Total miles today 101 3400 feet of elevation gained and averaged speed of 14.5mph
5200 calories expended. Cumulative miles for the trip 443.
After the usual gigantic breakfast we left at 7AM.
Todays ride was brutal. First I have ever done back to back centuries and the next two days could easily be centuries also with wrong turns and detours. Every inch of my body aches.
The first Sag was at 35 miles, then on to lunch at 65 miles. I had a great triple decker club sandwich with turkey, ham and cheese and a large fries I shared and large chocolate milk. It was hot again this afternoon.
The roads were awful most of today, the tarred surface with small stones and when it was concrete, it was old and patched and full of potholes.
After the second SAG at 73 miles there were 6 hills with long 12-13 degree climbs. I finally get into town and the bridge is out, the detour would add another 3 miles. I asked if I could walk across the metal I beam, they said OK. So I carried my bike down and walked across the 2 foot wide beam and carried the bike up the other side. OF course there is a huge hill right before I arrive at the hotel. Then the room is on the second floor, and no elevators, so I carry the bike up the stairs.
Did not arrive until 3:45PM so I spent 7 hours in the bike saddle today. After the shower I got a double burger and chocolate shake and then had some carbs for dinner, pasta primavera.
Posted by Ann after a talk with Dave at 9PM.
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Hi Dad!
I hope today's ride is a bit flatter. sounds like yesterday was tough. Hang in there.
We are full of sympathy aches for you. Soak in a hot tub and feel better. Epson salts anyone? You are doing a remarkable journey. Keep the faith.
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