Where is Lance?

Follow Al on his cross country bike tour!

If you want to see the itinerary, click here.

To learn more about the tour, click here.

Day 1---A buch of really scared people

2009-05-09

I'm pleased to report that after day one I am feeling fine. No new sore muscles and no real fatigue. Of course we didn't ride today either. Bike assembly and orientation.
I've always said that there is a fine line between a hobby and mental illness. This seems like a fine group with which to step over that line. Twenty+ riders, some very fit, others in my category. Many have ridden across the country multiple times.
It should be interesting. LA to Riverside tomorrow. 79 miles.

Messages

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Thank you so much for allowing us to do this trip the only way we possibly would...vicariously! Sending a little energetic oomph every day...store and use when needed! Love and Blessings, B & W Sent 2009-05-10 from Wayne and Barbara

Hey Dad - Having a great time in Phoenix this weekend. It was a cool 102 yesterday... was exhausted after 2 hours sitting poolside in this heat. Enjoy the desert stages! Sent 2009-05-10 from Anna

I'll call Michigania to tell them you will need a golf cart to get around camp this summer. Be safe! Sent 2009-05-10 from Sharon

Hi Al I am Darin's mom and decided to follow your trip via the blog Anna told me about. I wish you a safe and wonderful trip!! What an adventure!!!! Sent 2009-05-10 from Mary

may you all have a wonderful ride! I am almost wishing i was doing it again! stay safe, make peace with the wind, enjoy both the peaks and the valleys, take the time when you can, to appreciate the journey, remembering it is not a race. Oh...i would try to take a photo of every hotel along the way...you will understand why later! "May the wind always be at your back." It won't be of course. And there is always wind! cheers, noreen. Sent 2009-05-09 from noreen macklin XC08

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Hi Al We wish you all the best on your amazing adventure across the country. Be safe and stay focused - that means no cell phone or texting while operating your vehicle. We are still hoping to get a glimpse of you as you blaze through Ohio. Enjoy the ride! Sent 2009-05-09 from Tom & Jodi Tont