Alright kids! Let's do the numbers:
Distance: 64.77 miles
Ride Time: 5 hours, 25 minutes, 52 seconds
Avg: 11.93 MPH
Today was a tough day. Throw in some heat (between 90-94 degrees), some wind and many more hills than yesterday and you get today's numbers. I was hot, could not stay hydrated like I wanted to and basically felt like a turd. In fact, there were several points during the later parts of the ride that I was thisclose to calling SAG support and ending my ride day. The reason I did not was due to these two angels:
This is Holly (on the left) and Anne. These two ladies were my saving grace today. Whenever we were at a rest stop, they gave me encouragement. Whenever they saw me pulled over on the side of the road, they would check to make sure if I was ok and ask if I needed anything. Because of them, I pressed on no matter how slow I was. The end result...I finished today. Holly and Anne: Thank you from the bottom of my heart for what you did today! :)
What Will Gary Wear Tomorrow?
My Apple Cider Century jersey. The ACC was the 2nd organized ride I did after the L.A.T.E. Ride back in 2002. I have done this event five times and had a great ride each time.
Tomorrow is recovery ride day! WOOHOO!! A 42 mile ride from Pateros to Winthrop. Our ride director Tom has promised great scenery along the way. I will try to capture some and bring it to you. Until tomorrow...
Slowing!
Gary
"Life is like riding a bicycle - in order to keep your balance, you must keep moving."
-Albert Einstein
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