The weather reports called for rain or, at best, scattered, intermittent showers, which prompted me to forego my usual small-wheeled, folding bicycle in favor of the Trek 720 hybrid (with the fenders). I had nearly forgotten what a nice ride it has always given me. Here it is, pre-ride, sitting comfortably in the turret of what turned out to be the best room in Le Hotel de Paris, Montreal, Quebec. (Do NOT show this photo to the owner of the hotel!)