To keep my butt off the pavement this year...

I put my studded tires on, a bit early. OK, just the front one for tonight, I'll put the rear on tomorrow. Last year I waited a day too long. I don't like how they drag my speed down but I love how they make me not fall. I can ride with ease on roads I couldn't walk on. For the record, the studded tires are going on at 8137 miles.
( non-bicycle-related crud inside )