Back on the Bike
Wednesday, November 3, 2010 at 9:04AM I must say that the two days in Palm Bay did wonders for me, physically and mentally. To have a town so willing to help and to try to make positive changes in their community was really wonderful. It was rejuvenating.
I got back on the bike headed across the panhandle. The wind was still present and accounted for as usually. Honestly though, that has become the norm.
I did get a great surprise yesterday. My parents drove up from Tampa last night. It was great to see them. We met up in Lake City with them and my Dad’s best friend, a.k.a. my Uncle Jack, and proceeded to stuff our faces. I am actually surprised that I didn’t have to be rolled out of the restaurant.
My Dad is going to be with us for the final week, which is awesome. He road with me for about 40 miles today… pretty good considering the wind we had.
That’s where the good stuff stops; three flats and a crash were on the menu today. The crash could have been worse, I flatted and was trying to get the bike stopped and got tossed. I have a pretty big knot on my knee, but it could have been way worse. I fell short of my mileage goal for the day both yesterday and today, so I will need put up a decent day tomorrow and the next to finish on time. My Dad is convinced that he was bad luck; I informed him that today doesn’t even rank in the top 30 of bad days on the bike.
I know this blog is a little lack luster but I’m pretty tired, but getting closer everyday. Thunderstorms are predicted, but hopefully we will stay dry, I am out of time to spare.
For those of you who are in the Florida area SAVE is holding an event on the 5th in Miami. The event flyer is posted below any and everyone is welcome, we look forward to seeing you there.
10-31
107.5 miles
17.1 mph average
36.3 mph max
6:16:03 ride time
11-1
113.1 miles
16.2 mph average
35.6 mph max
6:57:47 ride time
11-2
87.39 miles
16.3 mph average
24.6 mph max
5:20:14 ride time
Reader Comments (1)
You and dad look great together! I don't have the words for how proud I am of you and Azure!!!!!!!