Downtime in Nevada, Missouri
It's 95F with high humidity in Missouri with some tough rollers ahead, so we took Mikey to a motel for a shower, some real food and a nap. John Crumpler and Tony Trotter guard the door and the bike. Last year this leg was tough on Mike so we decided to prep him for it by taking some much needed downtime during the heat of the day. (That's not Mike on the concrete.)
As you can imagine, the crew is pretty trashed from many sleep-deprived days as well so as Mike naps inside the air-conditioned motel room, the crew naps on the comfortable concrete sidewalks outside the motel room. Who wants to sign up for RAAM crew next year? In all seriousness, while it's not easy, it's a terrific adventure and crew member David Carr didn't want to leave after his shift had finished.Byron Rieper
Team Trevino Crew
17 Comments:
Yo Byron! Check out your last statement about David Carr. I know you guys are running on very little sleep but glad to see you haven't lost your sense of humor. Of course, it's probably a typo but I prefer to think of it as a Freudian slip?! ;-)
Hey Mike! Looking great! Beat that scum bag Robic. Heard about the nasty cr@p they pulled last year. Don't get mad ... GET EVEN! Ya got the best crew chief ever!!! He'll take care of you!!!
Take care ... CARPE DIEM!
monica
The time is finally here! I'm heading out the door at work and will be in Indiana in a few hours! Bringing lots of goodies & cd's...sacrificed lots of valuable space in my suitcase but of course, you're worth it, Mike. :o) Don't worry guys...my bag isn't THAT big.
See you in a few hours. Looking forward to smelly hugs from all of you.
Amanda
Keep riding hard Mike! We are rooting for you here in Des Moines! I spoke with Cat earlier today and he said it was very inspirational to be a part of your team. (I think he may even ride his bike today ;)
Now that you have your warm up in you can power it to the end!
Cheers!
Austin
Mike. We are all praying for your strength and endurance. You are doing a great job. I follow you all day, but unlike you guys, I sleep at night. Keep up the good work. Dwight
Hi Mike,
I ran across a gal who with her group rode up to Lakeside on the first leg of your trip. She said that they were the “GO GO Girls” and that you would know who they were. She said that they are all excited about your progress and are wishing the best for you.
My friends and family and their friends are all pulling for you.
You’re doing good.
Doug Veronda
Hey Mike!!!
Just wanted you to know that Dave and I (and the rest of Fort Dodge) are thinking about you and WE ARE SO PROUD OF YOU!!! Every morning when we get ready to ride our puny little bike route we talk about how you are doing and then we get on our bikes and become "mini Mike Trevinos". Way to go Michael.....just keep being your awesome self..........and thanks for the inspiration!
Sue Sergeant
How many beers do I need to chill in Atlantic City? Do you know they've legalized gambling here?
We're waitin' for ya.
Do you know you can't spell Cornell without C.O.R.N.?
Jersey Jerry
Hi Mike!
All of the Private Client Trading desk (Amanda's co-workers) at Brandes is rooting for you!
I'll be praying for all of your safety.
Amanda, make him some yummy sandwiches!
Go get 'em, Mike!!!
Grace Moseley & the PC traders :)
Keep going strong and maybe when you get back I'll let you beat me this time at a sprint! Stevo
Camo is an awfull color you don't want to be behind that! Jules & Brai
Hey Mike...sweet job...you are kicking ass and inspiring a lot of people here in TX...this is truely amazing to watch - P
Mike!
Alex, Olivia and I just went on a bike ride around St. Ed's and Senior High in this awful heat and wind- thought of you the entire time!
Wish I could be there this year to write "go mikey" again on the road ahead..kudos to the crew.
Keep up the hard work Michael Donaldo, you're a MACHINE!
Love,
Maria
Go get em Mike!! you are so awesome!! I bet it was torture for Catt and Andy to leave you, Im rooting for you everyday now from muggy Iowa!! Hey Amanda!!!
Margo
HEY MIKE
VITO HERE ...SO PROUD OF YOU. THINK ABOUT OUR TRAINING DAYS IN NAPA AND
THE TURKEY WE SHOT . BEN SAYS HELLO AND LINDA IS RUNNING WESTERN THIS
SAT AM. WE ARE SENDING YOU MUCH LOVE AND SUPPORT
VITO BEN & LINDA
Mike, keep rockin' on. It sounds like you are still riding strong and ready to make up a few miles. One of my favorite quotes that I say to myself on my long runs is by Thomas Paine.
"The harder the conflict, the more glorious the triumph. What we obtain too cheap, we esteem too lightly; it is dearness only that gives everything its value. I love the man that can smile in trouble, that can gather strength from distress and grow brave by reflection. 'Tis the business of little minds to shrink; but he whose heart is firm, and whose conscience approves his conduct, will pursue his principles unto death."
-- Jeff Gibson
Here is a little story for you. I was riding home from work last night around 1:00 am and it was just pouring rain. I ran over a broken bottle and flatted. Turned out that my spare was flat also. In the end I was sitting on the side of the road, in a monsoon trying to patch my tube. After a little cussing, I thought about how you were probably suffering at the moment, and said to myself suck it up you only have 5 miles to the house. Stay strong and hammer!
mike is acting like a pregnant woman. demandibg ice cream then ravioli then other wierd foods. he is eating everything we suggest. right now he looks better than he has looked in two days. the crew is all pretty excited
Monica, it seems you lack of intelligence. Im sorry for you.
Why calling the best racer on raam a scum bag ?
You better know the facts about last year race!
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