Sunset on Lake Erie
It was another cool, sunny day today as we rode from Erie, Pennsylvania to Buffalo, New York. I rode with the Brits again today and the best I can tell, I got acceptable marks on my paceline performance. However, I realize that they may just be humoring me, knowing that we only have 8 more days of riding to go and that soon they'll be rid of me for good.
Today's route followed the shoreline of Lake Erie the entire day. However, we only got glimpses of the lake at various points along the route because the road is not right on the coastline.
Early in the ride, we passed many beautiful vineyards and wineries. I remarked to British team member Alan that it looked just like Napa Valley and he agreed.
At about mile 85 we entered the outskirts of Buffalo. Finding a suitable bike route into downtown Buffalo must have been a challenge for America by Bicycle. Nevertheless, they got us here using a series of bike paths and side streets. I was impressed.
Buffalo on the horizon.
Tomorrow is our final rest day, and most of us plan to go see Niagara Falls. The talk is of a couple of riders doing a zip line across a part of the falls. That is something I must see if it happens. I have my doubts that people will actually go through with it. I'll report back after tomorrow.
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