The temps were in the low 90s and the wind was around 10 mph from the West, although it settled down about half way through the ride. I forgot to mention in my last post that I'm over a thousand miles for the year.
I had a little extra adventure today:
I had a car full of teenage boys come up behind me while heading West on 46, I saw an arm coming out with my rear view mirror and thought they were waving at me. So I raised my hand to wave back at them. Instead of waving, they tossed a large gulp sized and apparently full soda cup at me that hit the back of my hand and splattered soda all over me. Thank goodness I always wear sunglasses, since they were doused pretty heavy.
I've never had anyone hit me with anything before, although I have had a kid grab my arm a few years ago from a car window.
I also met another recumbent rider during todays ride:
Brian recently bought his first recumbent, a used Rans Rocket from his boss. His boss bought a new Rans and has qualified for the PBP this year, so he'll be heading to Paris. Qualifying for the ride is not easy. Here is a Wiki link detailing the PBP ride:
http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Paris%E2%80%93Brest%E2%80%93Paris
Below are the ride stats:
2 comments:
HeyTerry,this is Brian. It was good meeting you today. I hope the remainderofyour ride was uneventful.
I'll post a link toKen's PBP blog. I'm hoping he works out the video camera forhis ride.
Nice meeting you, it is rare to see another 'bent rider in these parts. I think you are the first for me (outside of sponsered rides) Looking forward to the PBP blog link.
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