ATTACK OF THE ARTICHOKES

THE FIRST WHACK WAS TO MY RIGHT FOREARM. A little blood drawn. The next was on my left elbow. More red stuff. Followed by a direct hit to my right knuckles. Right through my superlight gloves. The final attempt would been the worst, right in the face but I ducked just in time. It'a artichoke thistle time. And they're out in force. 'Not sure I've ever it seen this bad. I don't mind it much. I mean, if ya ain't bleeding ya ain't trying when it comes to MTB riding. And trust me there are plenty of opportunities to bleed around here. Could they be avoided, sure if I slowed down. Where's the fun in that? What's fun is ripping around after a long day working, when it's cooled down some... ... with a firm grip via my superlight gloves. https://pedalindustries.com/pages/gloves Lots of color options, all delivered for $20 including shipping. https://pedalindustries.com/pages/gloves --- 165 lbs Coach Loran Live 7.5 hours sleephttps://www.strava.com/activities/3595984174