354: Space Coast Loop - Part 2

Day 2 of the Space Coast Loop, starts with another early morning, and nearly twice the mileage of the previous day. Riding on the Spring to Spring and East Central Regional Rail Trails promised to be great, along all the Spanish moss and unique wildlife central Florida has to offer. But ah those pesky headwinds coming off the coast I’m trying to reach… will my less-than-robust pre-ride conditioning do me in? Space Coast Loop - Part 2 Morning start and campsite experience details Weather conditions and gear choices Appreciation for campsite amenities and value Plans for the day's ride, including terrain and stops Descriptions of the Spring to Spring Trail and East Central Regional Rail Trail Interactions with other cyclists and wildlife observations Food and hydration strategy throughout the day Physical and mental state reflections Overall journey reflections, including trail beauty and challenges Anticipation for future rides and route planning Evening reflections and campsite experiences Statistics Miles biked 51.4 Sugary sodas 2 Shoutouts to Aussies 1 (Matty Freedom!) Spanish Moss mentions 3 NASA nerdery count 5 or 6? Sum total of Manatees and Hammocks at Manatee Hammock campground 0 Frustration with wind noise on this tour journal infinity Flats 0 Trip Overview