We were glad to see dry roads when we got up this morning. Another soggy wet day of riding would have made for a depressing day.
The wind was still blowing strong out of the north but died down in the early afternoon making for some good cycling. The temperature was in the mid 70’s.
We found a bike path that paralleled our route for a few miles taking us off the roadway.
A nice paved path that ended by the Cummings Plant where they build diesel engines. We stopped for a quick photo and got back to business.We still are waiting for the new tires to arrive replacing the possessed set on Ken’s bike. Sadly they have not arrived in time. Flat number 13 showed up with a bang as his rear tire blew coming off a gravel road we had traveled.
The climbing has moderated considerably compared to what we had during our first week.
Everyone’s contact point tenderness has passed….for now anyway. Normally this goes away in the first week. Our legs are feeling stronger and do not feel “worked” the next morning as they did a few days ago. Maybe it is the lack of serious climbing is giving us a false sense of strength. The Rockies will be the proof.
We will be leaving Indiana behind in the morning. Getting closer to our next big milestone. Crossing the Mississippi.
2 comments:
Hope the weather continued to cooperate today, and you're able to post the miles you intended on. Ken, the surgeon, who did your surgery years ago, should see you now!
Way to go guys -- stay strong!!
Legs are good...it is the TIRES!
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