Wednesday might be "hump" day for most folks, but for me it's definitely Tuesday. For five years now I've been mountain biking on Tuesday nights with friends from the Maine Outdoor Adventure Club (MOAC). From May through September we ride somewhere in the Greater Portland area, then gather up afterward at a local watering hole for chow and brew. It's good exercise and good fun and it sure helps the week go by quicker and easier.

There's plenty of great trails to ride in the area: The City Ride, Dump Run and River Run in Portland, Hinckley Park in South Portland, Pride's Corner in Westbrook, Bruce Hill in Cumberland and Bradbury Mountain State Park in Pownal, just to name a few. They're all a little different in both character and challenge.

Last night Wendy led us on another great ride along the Presumpscot River called the River Run. Portland Trails and local mountain bikers have done a fantastic job building new bridges and plenty of new single track trail. Thanks for the great riding! Post-ride festivities were held at Wendy's home in Falmouth where we BBQd and relaxed in her new screenhouse. Another tough Tuesday night!

By far (and I think most of the MOAC Tuesday night group would agree) the best riding is found at Bradbury Mountain State Park. Over the past several years, the Park has made a concerted effort to build new trails specifically for mountain bikers. And they've done quite a job! It's no wonder we seem to go back there every few weeks. You've gotta go check them out!

Our favorite post-ride spot is no doubt Samuel's Pub at Morrill's Corner in Portland. Tuesdays nights are 2 for 1 pizza and cheap drafts night. It's crowded but fun. And very often we'll run into other Tuesday night fanatics from MOAC, like the rock climbers and sea kayakers. It's sure adds to the spirit of camaraderie!