Sunday, March 15, 2015

Day 8

Saturday, March 14  Casa Grande,AZ to Catalina State Park ~73 miles. 

We started about 7:30 riding with Jim,  from Atlanta/Sarasota, FL. If you are a cyclist you know riding in a pace line, rotating the leader, conserves your energy and you ride much faster.  It's a bit more dangerous because your wheels are inches apart and you can't view the scenery (but there wasn't much to see).  About 5 miles later, Alan from Idaha joined the group.  No wind, everyone rotating the lead,  it was fun. Until those nasty head winds.  

Suddenly from 17-18 mph, we were struggling to ride 10-12 mph. For miles and miles. We continued our pace line, minus Alan,  who dropped off. 

We managed to get in Camp about 2:30.  The last rider came in at 6:30 got a standing ovation.  

Today is rest day! yAy!  I plan to do some hiking and relaxing.  We've ridden well over 400 miles since San Diego. 

Catalina State Park is beautiful. I can't wait to explore it. 
~frances

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