Go out when it's 93 degrees. 

Serious heat wave in NYC, and the bike lanes were a lot easier on the nerves. 

But one bottle of water was barely enough.  

Still the muscles stay nice and loose in the heat. 

Now seems a good time to mention that, at my turnaround point, there's a park bench, with a plaque: "In memory of Renee Glaser. Passionate journalist, citizen, reader and Yankee fan. A dear colleague and mentor who will not be forgotten."  

Her bench is in an absolutely wonderful spot. Behind it, a picnic area, with shade trees, and a path that leads up the hill. It's just north of the 79th St boat harbor, and a nice restaurant. It must be lonely there in the fall, winter and spring. But in summer it's bursting with life.  

Map: 1 hour 7 minutes. 11.56 miles.