JUNE 17 REST DAY REFLECTIONS

Getting up a little later this morning on our first day off, one of the first things I noticed is that I don't look good in a "starter goatee." But what the heck, we are all in our little "biking cacoons" for 52 days, separated from the real world and responsible only for cycling to the next destination. It is much like a rejuvenating sabatical for the mind and soul.

Upon reflection of the past 12 days, I have these thoughts (random at best):

• Why, if you place 20 men together in a challenging situation, will 10 of them shave their heads?
   
  
  Mason removes a 28 year old pony tail
   
• In personal discussions with fellow riders, I've learned that many have more important and sometimes searching reasons for making this trip. It is not just, "I like to ride" ...and I like that.
• From what I could see in Nevada: Mainly the wrong people gamble.
• You can"t drink too much water.
• The younger generation has a lot on the ball.
• Truckers generally are very friendly people.
• Three square meals a day are not enough when long-distance cycling. Snacks, snacks.
• Biking is not quite as much fun when your knee hurts.
• Good people support good causes.
• During a ride day, it is not what time you get in to the motel that counts, it is what you experienced along the way.
• Each day has provided a challenge beyond what I expected.

After lounging around today (some went to a movie, had a massage, we all cleaned and lubed our bikes, Mason gave me computer lessons, etc.), a group of us are going downtown for dinner and to visit a rehearsal of the Mormon Tabernacle Choir. Back on the road tomorrow.

         - Bill

Mike and I clean bikes

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