North Route

Today I decided to do another long ride. I went out the same way I rode last weekend but instead of going to the South-bound Chehalis Western Trail I turned and headed North. After reaching the trail I rode for awhile out the trail before turning around to head home.
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This route took me over the new I-5 overpass to the trail leading out to Woodard Bay. The new overpass is a nice addition that enables pedestrians and cyclists to easily cross the busy interstate. There are two more planned overpasses yet to be built over two other streets, Pacific and Martin Way. The Bridging the Gap project will connect the two portions of the Chehalis Western Trail. [thumb:564:l][thumb:566:l][thumb:565:l][newline]
On the way back I took the other trail that follows the interstate and comes out near the library, then on up to home. The whole ride was just over eight miles. I’m not in the best shape so I can sure feel this ride. It was nice, though. I’m going to keep working on building up my miles and speed. Eventually I plan to outfit my bike so I can easily ride around to local farmers and pick up locally grown produce, eggs, etc.