The ride to Denver through the corn fields and farms of Indiana was HOT! I will see who has a picture of our group huddled in the 5 feet of shade offered by the grain silo at the side of the road. Later in the day, we were caught in a storm and 7 of us sheltered in someone's barn waiting for the lightning to pass.
Once the rain subsided, the ride was lovely - so cool as we hauled to the church where we stayed in Denver that night - Pastor Tim and his wife Michelle hosted us at their community center.
I can tell that I am feeling stronger as I could actually play a few games of knock out on the indoor basketball court after our 80 mile ride! We were treated to food and showers and they even did our laundry that evening - we were so spoiled!
6.19 - Iroquis, ILLINOIS - 94
Despite the mileage, this was one of the easiest days we have had - no headwinds, relatively cool, and I caught up on some podcasts.
Along the way..there was corn..and farm houses...and corn...
One house advertised water for cyclists.....
We stayed at a town park and 5 of us were lucky enough to stay in the air conditioned office of the park supervisor. Ryan (one of our leaders) was joined by his dad for a day of riding.
Drew and Steph (our resident cute couple from VA) chilled in a hammock.
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