It was more of the same today as we rode on frontage roads and Interstate 80 making our way to Elko, NV. There was much less wind today, which was nice. The weather was perfect. There was one very long climb, but the grade was not bad. While descending from that climb, two of my fellow riders got flat tires. Somehow I rode through without any issues, but I'm sure my time will come. Flats are inevitable on a trip this long.
After the second SAG stop at 50 miles, Ken, Mark (our mechanic) and I headed out together for the last 25 miles. Mark and Ken gave me some lessons in paceline etiquette, which was great. Both Mark and Ken are strong riders. We knocked out the final 25 in pretty respectable time I think. We didn't go crazy because the next two days of riding to get to Salt Lake City are 107 and 117 miles respectively. Back to back centuries.
Mike from Ohio starting a long descent.
Dave from California modeling his Morgan Stanley jersey generously donated by the John and Kim Asher Foundation
I'm beat and the next two days will be long so I'll keep this post short today. Besides, there is not one Correctional Facility to check out around here. Bummer.
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