First ride after the Hard Freeze in Central FL. Shot in 4k HDR Feb 9,2026

Описание: Welcome back to the trail! You definitely picked a historic week to stay indoors. That Arctic blast wasn’t just "typical Florida cold"—it was a record-shattering event. On February 1st, Sanford hit 23°F and Orlando dipped to 24°F, breaking records that had stood for 90 to 117 years.

Riding 30 miles up to Lake Mary on a Monday is the perfect way to shake off the "cabin fever" that sets in when we're all busy wrapping pipes and covering plants.

Observations from the "Ice Age"
The Vegetation: That "crispy" look you noticed on the grass and vines is likely frost burn. Because we went from the 80s down to the 20s so fast, the tropical plants didn't have time to acclimate. Most of that brown foliage is now protecting the roots, so as the UF/IFAS experts say, it's best not to prune them until the "spring showers" you mentioned actually arrive!

The Monday Crowd: It’s no surprise people were out today even for a workday. After seeing single-digit wind chills and freezing iguanas last week, a sunny Monday in the 60s or 70s feels like a gift.

The Recovery: It’s great to hear the trail itself is in good shape. Often, these hard freezes can make asphalt brittle or cause issues with trailside plumbing/water fountains, but the Seminole Wekiva is usually well-maintained by the county.