It was sunnier today, almost uncomfortably hot in a couple spots (in February!) and also even windier. Still, a totally beautiful ride. Knowing the hill a little better, I managed to keep my heart rate down a little bit on the steeper part by standing for longer but in a lower gear. It seemed much less steep than I remember from yesterday. Bonus. Still, turned in a near-identical average speed, although between the wind and sending a few text messages while riding, I think I improved a touch from yesterday.