The missing link

There is supposed to be an off season for riding bikes. In this period of five months you are supposed to store your bike in some dark corner of your basement or garage and focus on some other activities, like watching the TV, go skiing, celebrating during the holidays etc.

Or are you?

The photo above was taken yesterday, in the fog, while enduring almost sub zero temperatures. The ride itself was nothing special by the usual standards. Add some fog, dampness, cold and slippery roots and it becomes an epic adventure. OK, I hear you say, but that is still nothing unusual. True, but there is one very important thing to mention still; after a long, warm season of riding in the area, looking for a connection between two shorter trails, we discovered the missing link; a new part that connects two existing local loops and thus making one epic ride. Somehow, we forgot the damp and the cold. The scenery made it all just a bit more special as well, while the slippery roots, stones and leafs contributed to the fun factor.

So, back to the previous statement: Sure, the off season makes it hard to stay motivated, but the rewards can be so much bigger. The fact that the Edelweiss RS Bikebag makes life easier when you bring the muddy bike back home just makes it all that easier to just go out and ride. Still need proof? Ask these guys. They seem to be able to find the sun even in these cold and foggy days.

Off season is in fact the missing link.

I went on an epic ride today and all I got was this crappy photo. Thanks Luka Z.! :)