We we're rained out for our training ride yesterday. We had intended to ride the Palomares Loop. I attended my spin class for the first time in a long time instead. Work has been interfering with my usual exercise program. One week to go before resuming retirement!

The plan is to go to REI tomorrow to buy new panniers and a new helmet. My helmet is coming apart.

I've been thinking about how to carry additional water in the desert. My plan is to wrap duct tape around a two-liter water bottle, leaving loops in the tape to create tie-downs so I can strap the bottle to my rack on top of the tent. I'll manufacture a bottle and post a photo.