I steered the bunch onto the Barking Dog Loop this morning. Don’t let the name scare you away from riding this route. Once upon a time there was actually a lot of dogs on one section that would give chase and bark. But not anymore. It’s really super fun with a nice mix of terrain. 52 miles of rolling twisty roads and very little traffic with about 2700 gain. A solid group showed up to tackle the dog. It was great to see some new faces. A couple guys new to road/group riding, crossing over from the MTB. Spring riding season is here folks!

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A little chilly but not bad.

Hello sunshine. 

Habberton Rd.

Thumbs up from Gerald D.

Foggy goodness.

This is the barking dog section Ervin McGarrah Rd. Fun & fast. 

Pit stop. Drivetrains out fellas!

Appropriately named. My dog… 

When folks are sitting down at the pit stop it’s been a solid ride.

South towards Wagon Wheel Rd.

Ozarkia.

Good times with a solid bunch. I definitely feel like I rode my bike. 

Some favorites. I love ending a ride with a Coca-Cola proper. CLIF’s new Organic Energy Food product is legit. Real food & REALLY tasty. My JUNK headband keeps sweat off of my shades (a pet peeve). Made right here in NWA! #junkbrands #clifbar #cocacolaispro 

This is for you Art H. Slice of cheese sir. Let’s Eat! 

Have you had the Palmetto Cheese Original yet? They are sampling it a Sam’s Club right now. So good! Get it while you can.

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