Friday the Fourth. Today was another good day for the riders. They rode over 130 miles for the second day in a row. This is quite an accomplishment, especially ending the day with 17 miles into a head-wind. Overall the weather was good. The wind wasn’t too strong and the temperatures were mild, considering it is July in the Midwest. The humidity was low and the high for the day was around 84 degrees. It is impressive that after 7 plus hours on a bike, both Gary and Matt are in great spirits at day’s end. It’s been an amazing journey so far, one that I am glad to have played a small part in helping Gary and Matt reach their goal. Today they reached a milestone; they reached he midpoint of their journey. The photo at .jpg)
the “Fast Stop” marks the spot where they reach the halfway point of their trek across the US.
Tonight we are in Blair, NE, less than two miles from the Iowa border. After today’s ride I took a drive to scout the route for tomorrow and to find a place to eat. As it is July 4th, most of the restaurants are closed. The GPS unit led me astray on the search for one restaurant. The second selection suggested the GPS took me to a bar that did not serve food. But they suggested an establishment down the street that was opened and did serve food. This was our last hope as the only remaining alternatives were fast food establishments.
Today is our last day in Nebraska and the people we have met along the way have been great. They have been friendly and helpful, making our trip more enjoyable and less stressful. I found the best way to find a place to eat is to stop and ask someone at the local convenience store. They have always been helpful and their suggestions have saved us time. And, Nebraskans continue to wave. Whether I am parked along the side of the road or driving through a small town looking for a place to eat, the locals all wave when they pass. There is a special quality in rural America that makes one feel welcomed.
Tomorrow is my last full day as Gary’s and Matt’s support driver. I will help get them to near Des Moines where I will end my journey and turn the support role back to the very capable Larry Hart. It’s been quite a journey. I don’t know if I will be able to post my comments tomorrow night, but I hope to add them later. As I finish writing, fireworks are filling the sky over Blair, NE. It is fitting end to a memorable July 4th.
Bob
.jpg)
the “Fast Stop” marks the spot where they reach the halfway point of their trek across the US.Tonight we are in Blair, NE, less than two miles from the Iowa border. After today’s ride I took a drive to scout the route for tomorrow and to find a place to eat. As it is July 4th, most of the restaurants are closed. The GPS unit led me astray on the search for one restaurant. The second selection suggested the GPS took me to a bar that did not serve food. But they suggested an establishment down the street that was opened and did serve food. This was our last hope as the only remaining alternatives were fast food establishments.
Today is our last day in Nebraska and the people we have met along the way have been great. They have been friendly and helpful, making our trip more enjoyable and less stressful. I found the best way to find a place to eat is to stop and ask someone at the local convenience store. They have always been helpful and their suggestions have saved us time. And, Nebraskans continue to wave. Whether I am parked along the side of the road or driving through a small town looking for a place to eat, the locals all wave when they pass. There is a special quality in rural America that makes one feel welcomed.
Tomorrow is my last full day as Gary’s and Matt’s support driver. I will help get them to near Des Moines where I will end my journey and turn the support role back to the very capable Larry Hart. It’s been quite a journey. I don’t know if I will be able to post my comments tomorrow night, but I hope to add them later. As I finish writing, fireworks are filling the sky over Blair, NE. It is fitting end to a memorable July 4th.
Bob
