We finally got out of the hot desert and into the cooler mountains... in the heart of dude ranch country. This was a much more civilized day of biking, although we had co climb 6800' over 60 miles. The temps were more reasonable and the scenery through the mountains was out of a postcard. I even got to jettson my camel back to lighten the load.
I started out easy with Terry and some biking companions. It seemed like I spent most of the morning in low gear, grinding up a cliff face, going 7 mph. Half way we stopped for a coke and ice cream, and I got a big boost. Next thing I knew was I was taking on the mountain and reeling in the faster bikers. I managed to cruise by a group of three guys who had been priding themselves on being the first into the motel the past four days. Five miles out of Prescott I even ran into a rain shower. What a relief. I finished fourth overall for the day. Tomorrow is a short day, so we get an extra hour of sleep and sight see Jerome, on the way to Cottonwood.
Stats: 60 miles, 6800' climb, 12.6 avg mph, temps 70 - 86 deg.
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What a beautiful picture!! You make us proud. Keep up the great work. NOT BAD, AT ALL, FOR AN OLD GUY!!!!
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