Our initial ride was 63 miles to Gonzales, LA. We got up on the levee overlooking the river and stopped at an old plantation house built from 1787 to 1790 for a group picture. Much to our surprise, John and I were the first ones there. We did not pass anyone and did not think we were the first ones to leave as there were not many people around the van. The humidity here is difficult to deal with. The temps were 93 at the finish with likely equal humidity. I hit the wall with a couple of miles to go. Will have to drink more tomorrow and future days. One rider was taken to the hospital after passing out. Fortunately it did not happen on the road. He is OK now and plans to ride tomorrow. Another rider sagged in after not feeling very well.
It is a great group. It is one of the big reasons I ride. The fellowship of the road is really something to experience. There are 19 of us at this point. Four riders leave us in Memphis. Days stats: 62.8 miles, 16.6 mph, 375 feet climbing.
I posted to the XC09 group that you were riding the Mississippi. Mike wants to know if you have balloon tires... Heat & humidity, two reasons I live in Los Angeles and not Texas.
ReplyDeleteDrink Bud light. That will keep you hydrated.
ReplyDeleteI saw Mike's comment. Got a laugh. Ira, beer is a diuertic. Only on off days and definitely NOT Bud Light, only in a pinch like watching the BB game in my room in Gallup.
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