Day One;
We cycled in our “Safety Groups” after dipping our tires in the salty water of Puget Sound. Within five minutes we had to make emergency repairs to a poorly assembled bicycle.
We cycled in our “Safety Groups” after dipping our tires in the salty water of Puget Sound. Within five minutes we had to make emergency repairs to a poorly assembled bicycle.
Later a bicycle shop helped complete the repairs and we were on our way. Due to the range of cycling abilities we split the group into two. The range of abilities and the quality of the bicycles are extreme. The first day jitters with nerves on edge, created a few falls, but everyone made it through the first day. Nine flats in total for the group.
Day Two;
Tuesday was hot. I ended the day having traveled 130 km. Stevens Pass was a long hard climb. People seemed to move from group to group trying to find cyclists with similar levels of ability. The scenery in Washington State is similar to BC. It brought back many memoirs. After the summit of Stevens Pass the scenery changed and became more dessert like. Our group of seven ended the day with a speedy down the mountain ride to our next campout.
Day Three;
Levenworth to Ellensburg; (101.3 km)
Blewett Pass brings you into a whole new terrain. The grade was not as severe as the day before and even with the high temperatures the ride was very enjoyable.
Day Four;
Through Yakima Valley Canyon and on to Yakima City on day four. We started out having to wait for a skunk. Like a polite cyclist we gave it the right of way. We saw a number of deer and a couple of fawns along the river. The canyon road has very little traffic and the ride was enjoyable with a good group of cyclists from Iowa and Ontario. When we got to a small town on the way we were welcomed by signs welcoming one of our cyclists. We stopped for another “lunch” at a local restaurant before heading into camp.
Day Five;
We finally had a day of rain. It went well. By the time we got to Zillah the rain had subsided and rain jackets were left in the support vehicles. The Church in Zillah was out to welcome us with food and best wishes. Sunnyside was alive with fireworks for Independence Day. Food was served by the local church. Another good day, and time to sign off.
5 comments:
I'm glad you were able to post some thoughts. It sounds like everything is going well. Cycle safely and enjoy the ride.
John,
This is your Detroit Airport friend Diane - glad to see you made your connection in O'hare - looks like a beautiful ride - hope to visit your site throughout your journey. Stay healthy and strong - enjoy every moment of your new retirement!
Dear opa hav a grat trip opa. hav a fun time. I bet you pakt your suitcase and your undrwar and your sock and shorts and shirts I Love and I miss you Love Alyssa
HI uncle John,
This is Jocelyne leaving you a message, letting you know how AWESOME it is that you are doing this. I knew about you doing it last year and thought it was really kool but your doing it again and i think it's awesome. i wish i had the guts to do something as big as what you are doing.
i wish all the luck and dont forget to keep having fun.
i have you in my prayers.
xox
Jocelyne Van Luyk
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