It got a lot better. Well, first it got worse, then it got better. We ultimately got to the bike shop thanks to Guy Thomas, an MSU roommate of Jim’s. That part was great. Then we got to the bike shop (Granite CIty Cycles). Jim’s front wheel was missing two of it’s spokes which were broken in transit. Nobody had any Mavic straight pull spokes. But Granite City had a wheel, so Jim bought a wheel and Luke had to get it on the bike with cassette, tire etc… Luke and the folks at Granite City Cycles saved the day.
We got lunch at Olive Garden at 4 p.m. and hit the road at 5:20.
We had the tailwind of the gods. Riding at 22 mph without really pedaling was pretty great. 30 miles was like nothing.
Tonight we are at the Rand House in Monticello, MN. The ambiance is beautiful, with a giant porch and comfortable chairs. Duffy and Merle are treating us really well and giving us good directions.
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Jim and Deanna, great seeing you both today, many fond memories of our days in East Lansing, Go Green – Go White. On this leg of your trip be careful of Gophers, Badgers and Wolverines, they are known to gather on back country bike trails in this part of the Midwest.
Johnathan, great meeting you.
I wish you all the best on your quest to raise funds for the Center for Survivors of Childhood Cancer at Rainbow Babies and Children’s Hospital. I sent a little note this evening to the local news station, Fox9. I provided them with Jim’s cell phone, I hope you are contacted and that they are able to do a story on your wonderful cause.
I will continue to monitor your progress. Take care. Stay safe.
Warmest Regards,
Guy
Comment by Guy Thomas June 21, 2008 @ 5:06 am