Pulled a Rick Nelson

I took my car in to Augusta for service Wednesday and took advantage of riding some flat terrain for once. I needed a bit of recovery from the previous day's Bradbury ride. I opted for the mtb to add saddle time and continue to get acclimated to the ride. I spun out of town on Rt. 27 and took advantage of roads that branched off and followed the Kennebec River.

I had to take a natural at the turnaround and happened upon an atv trail that was pointed down towards the river bank. I am typically not one to explore the unknown. But, I was inspired by Racin' Rick's (Commuter Rick?) habit of riding wherever he damn well pleases, and steered the bike down the trail. I was treated to a lovely ride along the river bank. It was certainly worth it.

The route back took me along the Kennebec River Rail Trail

and a stop at Kennebec Bike and Ski making for a very enjoyable time spent on 2 wheels.