End Game Way to go fellas, we are proud of you. You now go down in the annals of Hubbard Bike Lore (not sure, but you may be the first entry).
Hope to get together next weekend in PR.
A very impressed, Rose and Steve
YOU DID IT! While I (larry) questioned the sanity of this, I had no doubt that you 2 could and would take the challenge. We are all (including Odie) very proud of what you did as well as proud to be a part of your lives! Sincere congrats to all of you and we will really miss the Blogs Chris! A stellar job was accomplished by everyone who was a part of this endeavour and accomplishment!
Cold Weather Sounds like the cold weather and wind that arrived here today was already with you. Fred, you should have taken my lobster claw bike gloves. We have been out this week scouting rides for next falls Hubbard bike ride. We have been on some great trails but nothing as exciting as you have experienced on your trip. We will try and find a big steak and beer joint so you will feel at home.
Travel well and finish strong, Steve and Rose
I thought it was painfull driving through Montana and ND (which I did for years). Can't imagine riding a bike through the wilderness>>>Looks like you are having lovely weather:)...also tires us to read your blog:):) Keep safe!
Congratulations on the start Good work boys. I am proud of you. Wish I had the willpower and was in shape to join you. FYI, the production, Of thee I sing, at the Armory tonight was a great success.
Day 1 Well done, fellas. Your weather looks a lot better then ours. There were 13 of us who met under the flag pole for the Headwaters 100. The temp. was in the high 30's and the wind was strong out of the North. Some of us had planned on doing the 75 mile trek but we opted for the 45 as we took off. All made it fine and enjoyed brats and dogs behind Moose Creek. Tom did a great job with his Chicago style brats.
Glad all is going well, we will think of you during church tomorrow.
Rose & Steve
Headwaters 100 Well as it seems you are probably warmer. This ride of only 45 miles was met with 41 degrees for the first 1/3 along with mist which seemed to permiate every cell in my body for sure. The cold mist stopped at Mantrap Lodge and then the sun decided to peek in and out. At the end of the ride we were at 51 by my bike thermometer. Food was good and company was the usual excellent!! Missed you all at this event. Ride was only 3 hours and 15 minutes for the 45 and when we did get back----our core temperatures were probably 10 degrees less than normal.
We talk about you every time we are together so keep up the good work and good luck!!!!
Be safe! Thanks Chris. Have you ever thought of giving up a future in history and just writing comedy. You sure have a knack. We're loving it!
Any way wish the Dad save voyage from Chuck & Marcia
Hi Chris---
Jim and I are friends of Lois and Fred. i've not had the pleasure of meeting your parents but i've heard that they are wonderful people! i've heard that there is no one who can cook and entertain like your mom!
Jim and I were concerned about the trail conditions and we're hoping that by today's end, conditions improved significantly. I trust you are all resting peacefully at the Holiday Inn Express! we're anxious to hear more and please give your "troops" our very best traveling prayers! MaryDale Hansen
p.s. you are one great writer!!
I am driving the car for my father, John, and his friend, Fred, while they ride bikes on the Lewis and Clark Trail, beginning in Billings, Montana and ending in Council Bluffs, Iowa. I think my mother and Fred's wife will also ride their bikes, but it is anyone's guess as to how long they will do so. Currently, I am an underemployed historian living in Lincoln Nebraska with my wife and cat. I once had a travel blog on this web site www.mytb.org/Grybaziggy
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I enjoyed every grueling moment you described. Great job, thanks for the adventure...not as good as being there but good enough.