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Day 3- El Centro

 First, before anything else, I have to recognize the kindest of the people in this group. We all have different backgrounds, abilities, and viewpoints, but we are becoming a cohesive group. Sue gave me a charging for it today. Matt, Adam, and Carl helped me get my mirror mounted ( it’s now sporting red duct tape).   We are a group who has each other’s backs.

Which is a good thing, because the next few days will be hard. Extreme heat, high mileage, and a few services ahead of us. Today was a day to hang onto.



We woke early and work together to get the van packed and loaded to facilitate an early departure. This meant Tammi could give us a water stop halfway through. I started off with Anne but had to make a few stops for adjustments and pictures a Ankur pulled up behind me and we enjoyed a long segment together. We saw a boat in a desert field, and wondered both why it was there and how it got there, and we both investigated the flags along the route the side of the road with barrels under them. They turned out to be bureau of land management emergency water stations. Good to know in a pinch.



Today’s ride was short, only 40 miles. The desert is vast in range with hills so it was wonderful scenery all the way through. Our ride was flat, breezy enough to keep us comfy, and we landed in El Centro by noon time. And I stopped at Starbucks for a treat. She continued onto the desert trails RV park. I went downtown to the bike store to get the mirror and some lube.

The park is great. We hit the pool and enjoy the beer in the water while we pulled off there’s a golf course here but at 106° not many are taking advantage of it.

Sleeping will be tough. It’s 8 PM and still 95° temps will be over 100 for the next couple days will need to take it slow

Comments

  1. AnonymousSeptember 28, 2022 at 2:58 AM

    Lyd, I look forward to waking up and reading your blog post every morning. What an adventure! I feel like I am living vicariously through you. Thanks. Cousin Sue

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  2. AnonymousSeptember 28, 2022 at 4:32 AM

    I also enjoy reading you blog every morning. It has become part of my morning ritual when I read my inspiration for the day. You have become my other inspiration for the day. Debbie

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  3. AnonymousSeptember 28, 2022 at 11:03 AM

    Hey Lyd. I look forward t your posts too! I’m living vicariously through you and your voyage. Stay hydrated my friend! MA

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  4. EllenSeptember 30, 2022 at 5:05 AM

    Just a couple of thoughts. If you’ve washed out some clothes, it might not be a good idea to attach them to your hydration pack to dry, those behind might not want to see them. Also, eat your snacks, bird seed just won’t cut it! Enjoy every moment!! Ellen

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