Thursday, April 28, 2011

And then there was none, Palatka to St Augustine

47 miles, flat and fast, beautiful weather
  Well what you can you say to the completion of riding across the US? That will take several days to put onto the printed page as the emotions are so overwhelming. Yes we rode without a drop of rain for 8 weeks and no accidents to speak of.
  This last ride was particularly scenic with the inland waterways and ocean surrounding us. St Augustine is a beautiful old Spanish city and with the police escort, we were able to enjoy the last 6 miles without having to look for traffic. The pounding Atlantic Ocean waves were a fitting end to our journey as we not only dipped our front wheels but went swimming to cap off an incredible two months.
  For all of you who are saying " I always wanted to ride across country" my question is "What are you waiting for?" I was able to do every inch. It was a struggle on many days but if it can happen for me, it can happen to for you!
  Will probably do one more posting on reflections but thanks to all of you who both read about the journey but often sent me encouraging notes.

2 comments:

  1. Congratulations! You have done something truly remarkable and I hope you are very very proud. You and your fellow bloggers are the REASON I am signed up for the 2013 trip and the REASON I think I can do it. Thank you.

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  2. Awesome, awesome!!! Congrats, what an adventure!

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