I was convinced not to ride last night but settle for a turbo session. The decision had nothing to do with the fact I scheduled to do Hill sprints which I hate. (if you don’t hate them, you ain’t doing them right)

But my wife pointed out we don’t know what the conditions like, whether it is going to get worse, and I’d be an idiot if I got caught in heavy snow and struggling to get back safely.

Personally I would have gone, but then if she was proven right I’d be a real plonker and I’d never hear the end of it.

I did a sort of 5x5 session on the turbo, and it felt good. Legs were strong and my heart rate nicely in the zone. I’m entering a 25m TT in March and this gave me confidence that I may do okay. I’m hoping the event will be a confidence boost as training has been relentless and I can’t perceive my improvement.

I’m confusing myself about buying a new set of wheels, Zipp 808 front and 1080 rear. Mainly because this cold snap has reminded me we need to replace our windows for uPVC double glazing. I know what I should buy and I know what I want to buy.