Monday, May 31, 2021

DeKalb, Illinois

We had a nice day touring the Central Illinois countryside today.  Everything fell into place; our fitness, weather, wind and roads and we were able to complete our 68 mile ride at better than 14 mph.

We had a few riding challenges.   I had a spoke problem and noise in my back wheel that took a little group problem solving. 

Rob experienced a minor equipment failure that resulted in a low speed crash on a very soft road shoulder.   He took the opportunity for some roadside yoga.

We were surrounded by corn, soybean and wind farms for much of the day.

Here are the numbers and route for the day.

Here is what our month of riding has accomplished.  We're cycled everyday except one since May 3rd for 1705 miles. 

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2 comments:

  1. Patty StarrMay 31, 2021 at 5:05 PM

    Wow!!! You cycled every day but one since May 3rd! Those are some amazing stats gentleman!! I'm glad Rob had a soft landing and that you were able to figure out your mechanicals. You are three amazing individuals indeed!

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  2. BethMay 31, 2021 at 5:22 PM

    Honey, keep working on that yoga - downward dog is actually with your butt up in the air not your feet. :)

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