Thursday, February 19, 2015

Day 13: Franklinton Louisiana, 64 miles

When we last blogged we had finished a hard day with the wind. We did not even want to go out for food so we ordered into our hotel Pizza Hut. We could hear the wind howling through our windows.

It was 31° when we started riding this morning about 7 AM. Thankfully there was very little wind. We did have quite a few rolling hills.  Plenty of warm clothes so we do not get cold. most of those clothes on all day because it's remained cool.
We are now in Louisiana.


We had our second flat of the trip--this time it was on Sharon's back tire.

We are in the part of Louisiana that has limited lodging so our distances will depend on when the motels are available.  This motel is close to a laundromat so once again we have clean clothes.
ThIs part of the country also has limited restaurants other than fast food. We were delighted to see a local Mexican restaurant midday. It had great food and lots of it. 
Tonight we will snack on food that we had in our packs since there are no restaurants in walking distance.
Tomorrow we will stay in a B & B in Clinton Louisiana. Our mileage is now over 700. 

3 comments:

Unknown said...

So was it a good day or a not so good day. Sound like a mix of both. The table looks like our local West Salem Mexican restaurant! Interesting how you have traveled quickly through several states, got to love that! Is Ron the official flat repair man? No Les Swaub around. Praying for you daily and thanks for blogging so we can travel with you from the comfort of our homes.

Unknown said...

Just letting you know I'm root in' for ya! It's certainly a struggle--it seems to me-- to keep warm, well-fed, and moving forward (especially with the wind against you!). I hope you continue to thrive:)

Unknown said...

What troopers! I'm surprised it's been so cold for you. I think we are having warmer weather here!!
Safe travels.

Cheryl and Larry