The forecast for today included a high probability of showers in the morning with increasing likelihood of thundershowers and stronger storms as the day progressed. In light of this, we began our ride at 6:30 a.m. to try to stay ahead of the thunder and lightning if possible.The winds were mostly headwinds with some crosswinds so the going was tough. Our goal was to push ourselves a bit to get to the hotel as early as possible. The rain caught up with us at mile 80 of an 88 mile ride. Thankfully, there was no lightning so we kept going and got to the hotel after 5 hours and 44 minutes of riding, an average of 15.3 mph.
There were several dangerous railroad tracks at bad angles to the road. Being wet, the tracks were especially treacherous. Three of our riders fell and suffered bruises, but none were seriously hurt.
After seven straight days of riding since Abilene, we are very happy to have a day to rest tomorrow. Because of the rain that was predicted today, we left our camera in our luggage. The scenery was mostly corn. The Drury Hotel will be our home until Thursday morning. In the picture the Ryder truck and the van behind it are two of our three support vehicles.
Well you are in great country, only 16 miles south of the old home place in Fisher, home of the Fisher Bunnies, and East Bend Mennonite Church. Glad you missed the storms and can enjoy a day of rest.
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Mike
Good to catch up on your travels--impressive! Jason
ReplyDeleteI don't know how we are going to cope without you two at the cabin. Hopefully, we can manage. I almost forgot the trash bags...oh well, there are always stores in Belleville for the forgotten things. I know Mom is hoping to see you in Marysville!
ReplyDeleteJust here at work thinking about the two of you riding off to road together...
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