It is hard to believe that we are already on the east side of Michigan! Today we travelled 120 miles in grand fashion. A good night's sleep and some more calories helped, as did a strong SW wind and mild temperature in the 80's. We had a nice rain last night, but everything was dry this morning in time for us to leave. Terry started the day with his 9th flat, but Dave had an extra wheel that quickly and efficiently solved the problem.
"Saint" Julie and her Mom met us several times during the day to update us on road status and need for changes, as well as provide food and drink. Michigan has been gorgeous, but the roads have been the worst to date. Anything loose on our bikes has fallen off by this time, so we will be in good shape for Canada tomorrow. (Yes. We all have our passports).
It is amazing that we have been able to stay on schedule to date. Two more days, then our last rest day!!
Everyone remains upbeat and in good condition. We even had to laugh tonight as we are now talking of a "Century" as a short day.....
Terry will download some more pictures tonight since we have good internet access.
Dick
Great to see you are all still hanging in there and making your way to the east coast still talking to each other. Keep Mary Lou in line she can be a bit demanding. ST. Julie,,,,YOU ROCK!!!!!!!! Love ya
ReplyDeleteThe new photos and travel log were great. In 2-3 days will you be east enough to feel the residual winds of Irene (as in hurricaine)! It is missing us and headed up along the entire east coast. Stay safe to the end; Best Wishes as usual. Rose and John Worlein in St. Pete.
ReplyDeleteYou all look so good in the pictures, especially you Jerry sleeing on the SS Badger... ...Janet and I took that same ship about a month ago and eneded up feeling a little seasick... ..and you're sleeping like a baby...!
ReplyDeleteKeep it up boys!
O Canada... Glad to hear that everyone brought their passports. I cannot believe that you are, or likely already did, enter Canada today. Your Tour de United States has been flying by from a spectator perspective.
ReplyDeleteMake sure you guys keep an eye on the upcoming weather with hurricane Irene. It's scheduled to hit upper New England early Monday morning (New York, NH, VT, MA) and push north into Tuesday. Could generate some pretty bad weather for a day or two and it lines right up with when you're arriving there. Here's the NOAA site:
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Love the pictures and love the posts each day. Be safe and enjoy the ride.
ReplyDeleteThis is 08/26: I missed connecting with Dave T. until later this afternoon. He reported he had not been able to call Julie to tell her his surgery was scheduled for Monday AM @ 8:30. He asked me to pass this on. Perhaps Julie is now aware of this but since Dave asked me to send the computer message I am doing so. Rose Worlein
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