Just the stats: 110 miles, 14.6 MPH average, 4,282 feet climbed, 6,623 descent, cumulative 1,197 miles. No flats today, eight in total. Sunny, 65 to 100 degrees.
Today was a day of records. We rode further today than ever before, we passed the 1000 mile mark for the trip, we climbed the steepest hill of the entire trip, and we rode a full century on the same road! The day was described by our trip leader as the most difficult of the trip, due to its length, lots of climbing, and warm temperatures.
The ride was actually one of the most beautiful of the trip. We could see for miles and miles as our vistas were virtually unobstructed. This included lots of wildflowers along the roadside. As I rode along, alone as usual, I was gasping at the beauty I came upon.
Something I try to do every day is bring along a new scripture verse to memorize and meditate on. Today's was Mt 11: 28 -30. As He would have it - today is Labor Day and the verse starts out "Come to me all you who labor and are weary...." Riding and meditating for three or four hours of the ride sure beats fasting all day - and I get to eat whatever I want. I get a lot of insight, I sure hope I remember what I thought about to share later.
Back to the ride. This so called steep hill, known as "the wall" was 0.7 miles of 12% grade. It wasn't as bad as had been described by others who had ridden it before, but I certainly was glad to get to the top of it.
So, it was a great day, just too long - 110 miles, that's how far we drive to see Deloris and Noel!
Tomorrow we are onto Texas, a 96 mile day.
Here is my Garmin data: http://trail.motionbased.com/trail/activity/2865189
4 comments:
Tom, You need to spice up your blog. Forget about all the facts and how wonderful God is (he is). Some of us have boring lives and need excitement. Make up some adventures along the way - we won't know if they are true. Good luck. Tom - from Chicago
1,000 miles, woo hooo!! Almost a third of the way home. Keep on pedaling!!
Hi, Tom. This is Angie. Your wife just told me about your blog and I've added you to the blogroll on mine so others can track your trip, too, if they want. What a great way to celebrate your retirement...review God's awesome creation and His innumerable blessings to you! Congratulations! I'm looking forward to reading for the rest of your journey! Stay safe and strong! I'm praying you home!
Hey, Bub. 1,000 miles is almost 1/3 of the way! Keep pedaling and try singing these familiar words from your favorite song: "Through many dangers, toils, and snares, I have already come; 'tis grace hath brought me safe thus far, and grace will lead me home!" I'm proud of you.
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