Early wake up this morning, earliest of the trip, 4:30.. We were on our bikes by 5 a.m. It was still dark out when we began although the sun rise was shortly after and very beautiful. The winds that were expected did hold off for about 2 hours which were nice. Made it about 50 miles into the ride by 9oclock. The head winds were persistent but not ridiculous like the day into Windom. We stopped in the town of Jefferson for lunch, sat down in the employees lunch break area at a grocery store and feasted. From here only 60 miles to go. From here the Raccoon River Trail begins which provided valuable protection from the wind. At mile 140 we stopped for ice cream and met up with my dad who biked to the house from Waukee with us. Today was the longest official day we have had,151 miles. We were quite motivated with showers, beds and a home cooked meal. As I write this I am on my 2nd "off day" in Des Moines. Made it into Des Moines on the 11th. Will be hittin' the road on Thursday the 14th.
Miles biked today: 151
Miles biked total: 2071
Miles biked today: 151
Miles biked total: 2071
5 comments:
What Up, must be nice to be in good old Des Moines with the family. Congratulations on making it to the half way mark. I always enjoy reading the blog at work. Yesterday when you called I was out by the Maroon Bells on my bike getting caught in a nasty snow storm. But oh well shit happens, I'm really enjoying myself out here in Snowmass weather for the most part is steady and the mountain biking is ridiculous.
-Dave
im so glad Dad was able to join you! How fun to ride into DM with him! Im sure he was pretty excited. Keep up the good work!
It sure was amaxing watching you ride the stretch into Waukee- then into West Des Moines with your DAD. I will never forget it. Thanks for letting me hang with ya and experience a bit of your adventure with you!! Mom
Hi Adam,
I got your cell phone message, I was on the water in a sailboat race and messed up playing back the number and lost it. Just wantd to assur you that we will hav food and shelter here for you. Can't promise surf, this is the worst time, but one never knows. We will be gone from July 2nd to the 9th and again from July 15th to the 22nd, but even if we are not here, we'd be happy to have you stay. number is 207-691-1548
Adam,
How are you doing? Where are you? W are going to go sailing until Sunday. On Sunday afternoon,2PM, I have to meet a prson who is going to take our boat for a few weks and go over everything with him. Let me have some ideas of your arrival time. Hope all is well.
George
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