We made it to Minnesota! Right off the bat the number of lakes is impressive. The county we are in now has over 1000 lakes (of the over 10,000 in the state.)
It was not an easy day (that is an understatement). We had a headwind all day. There was no food available until after 40 miles (except for what we carry). The worst was when we thought we had only 10 more miles to go we hit a detour for a closed road r/t construction. The 10 miles became over 25 miles. Did I also tell how warm it was? Definitely in the high 80s.
We plan to approach future days with options so we can evaluate riding conditions and stop earlier when needed. Today we were riding from 6:30 am to 3:30 pm. Too long under any conditions. But all is well. We are in an air conditioned hotel. The only one in this town.
A few days ago Ron rescued a turtle that was trying to cross the street. He needed help getting over the curb. I tell you that because today the road kill was multiple turtles. One had an 18 inch diameter shell. The picture is of the rescued turtle, not the roadkill.
We like to carry a roadmap of the state we are in in addition to our bike map that just shows our route. The regular map especially help in detours, etc. We checked at two stores and they had none. A woman overheard and went to her car and got one for us. Another example of how helpful people have been!
4 comments:
Whew! Sounds like you earned a good rest tonight. My sister Maxine was here today and she really enjoyed reading all your posts and seeing the pictures. She had one questions. "Where will you go on your next trip?" :) We are all in awe of your achievments thus far. Sending love and keeping you in our prayers.
Any one of the "hazards" would have been enough! (Were you glad to "rested" from your rest day?) John wants to know how humid it is (with all the lakes) He remarked on how big the turtle was (the one Ron "saved.)
The roadkill turtle was even bigger. We have not noticed any humidity changes yet. . .
The Land of 10,000 Lakes! Glad you are still smiling after a day like today. Your plan sounds good for road maps and alternate routes. Can you check road conditions online or via your phone as well with the state department of transportation?
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