February 26. 2012

 Gypsy Stats:
5 hrs 11 min elapsed time
2 hrs 36 min riding time
101.8 miles
39.1 mph

Beemer stats:
106.2 miles
40 mph
42 mpg

Paying $3.99 per gal for premium today

Another bright sunny February morning in Southeastern Pennsylvania!  It seems unbelievable to have six riding days in February but here we are snow-less, temps above 25, and clear roads.  It was low 30's heading out this morning.  Even in full winter gear with the power turned up to high, I am  feeling the cold and my finger tips are numb.  I think my tried-and-true thinsulate lined winter gloves may be giving up.  At form-up, I am happy to add the Frogg Togg jammies layer and Tim loaned me some better winter gloves both of which makes a huge difference.  Temps are up to mid 30's heading out to breakfast.

Breakfast is at Kulptown Fire Co.  Hello, America.  There are folks sitting at the bar, but the sign says "All Members must leave by 2:30.  Bartender must leave by 3:00" so we presume they are early arrivals getting a good foundation on Sunday rather than Saturday hold-overs.  The menu is pretty basic - eggs, toast (white or wheat only, no rye), SOS, pancakes or French toast, $2 Bloody Mary to get the day off to a good start.  Good news - the coffee cup is bottomless and the bill comes to under $5 apiece plus tip.

Everybody has stuff to do this afternoon, so its just a quick 100 miles around northern Chester County, then home by 12:30, or so.

The rear tire on the Beemer is now over 6000 miles and still showing tread!