Our evening in Janesville couldn't have been nicer. We got invited to a home, where they served us tasty chicken, fresh salads and wine. We sat under shady trees and enjoyed the light breeze. None of us wanted to leave and we stayed for hours, chatting away.
In the hot and muggy morning, we hopped into the saddle and set off for Madison. Another short ride- 43 miles, and another slow one for me. After lunch, I watched my average speed drop from 16.8 to 15.0 as the wind picked up and the heat drained my energy.
I perked up as we rode into Madison, replete with funky shops, a down-to-earth vibe and lots of coffee shops. It's not fussy or pretentious, and it has a Midwestern feel to it. The houses are fun, decorated with bright, jungly gardens and stained glass. It's biker-friendly and well-established with a vibrancy that suggests a growing place. I walked downtown with Sharon and Sean once the sun went down. We missed the concert in the park, but we saw the main streets and some people got drinks at a restaurant. On the way home, we walked down to the river, sparkling in the moonlight.
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