Spring Time Uraling on the cold, snowy prairies.

 This morning, after about 2-4 inches worth of snow fell overnight in and around the Metro Denver area, it was time to take Scarlett out for a ride.

The sun was out, and no wind, which helped me bear the "brisk" temperatures at the start of the ride (21°F (-6°C).  Above 40 mph, the wind chill factor made itself felt, cutting through all the warming layers I was wearing!

Still, grip covers with heated grips and putting my boots up against the engine's cylinders, helped keep frostbite at bay.  

Even though it was below freezing, the sun's rays and probably magnesium chloride on the pavement of the primary roads made for sometimes slushy conditions.  

It was cold enough though, to freeze said melting water into nice designs:

Ice-encased branches 

I managed to stay out about 90 minutes or so I think, but definitely was feeling the cold in my fingers and toes by the time I made it home.  I spent some time chipping off the ice from the rig while it was in the driveway.  This to prevent the ice melting inside the garage!

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