Great attitude on Day 6 – headwinds continue
Just spoke to crew member Tony Trotter and he reports Mike’s got a great attitude today despite the continued headwinds. “Yesterday, it seemed to be bothering him a lot more,” says Trotter. “Today he’s really motivated and he’s riding anywhere between 15-22mph.”
The 6-person crew’s been working in shifts of three and everybody is getting decent – albeit not the best – sleep on the mattress in the back of the big van.
Mike’s currently 25 miles from TS#30 in Fort Scott, KS and should be there in not much more than an hour and a half. He got a 45-minute nap last night. Your Web site comments were read to him again this morning and that seemed to fire him up. Remember guys, there’s still nearly 1,400 miles to ride.
It’s hard to imagine riding for six days, averaging about an hour and a half sleep per day, and knowing you still have nearly 1,400 miles to go. The average recreational rider gets bummed out knowing they’ve only got 14 miles to go.
What these RAAM riders put their bodies through is simply mind boggling. Keep the encouragement coming as the next couple of days are going to be key in deciding the finishing order of this race.
The 6-person crew’s been working in shifts of three and everybody is getting decent – albeit not the best – sleep on the mattress in the back of the big van.
Mike’s currently 25 miles from TS#30 in Fort Scott, KS and should be there in not much more than an hour and a half. He got a 45-minute nap last night. Your Web site comments were read to him again this morning and that seemed to fire him up. Remember guys, there’s still nearly 1,400 miles to ride.
It’s hard to imagine riding for six days, averaging about an hour and a half sleep per day, and knowing you still have nearly 1,400 miles to go. The average recreational rider gets bummed out knowing they’ve only got 14 miles to go.
What these RAAM riders put their bodies through is simply mind boggling. Keep the encouragement coming as the next couple of days are going to be key in deciding the finishing order of this race.
13 Comments:
Excellent job Mike and great job crew on keeping Mike healthy and focused!
Mike keep on pushing through these winds, the midwest is yours!! Were all pulling for you here in Dodge!! Just think of this as one of those legendary RT with SE trips...except on a bike!
Please tell Mike CONGTATULATIONS on blowing (no pun intended) past the halfway mark and that his fortitude is truly astounding. I think about his efforts intermittently during each day of this ride and hope he's sensing the encouragement I (and I know many, many others - including my wife and kids) are beaming his way.
PLeasant thoughts as you press on!!
Your friend and fan
Dennis Crumpler
PS - great work crew, and John hope your laptop recovers as I suspect you're getting some awesome shots.
Tell Mike - Hey remember all those 9:59s? Well, now it's time to start turning some 4:17s -- we need lots of them - that's what you need to win this race.
Hey Mike! Great going! Gus and I are cheering for you. You never cease to amaze and inspire me!
Hey Mike its your cousin Sarah! You are crazy! Its frickin hot in Kansas I can hardly take my dog on a walk and you are riding your bike across the country! We all love you for it...and I'm thinking of you and am so sorry about your friend's accident. I really hope you are safe and I have the site saved to my favorites and am constantly checking the standings to see how you are doing. GOOD LUCK!! I love you! Sarah Estlund
Keep it up Mike. Forrest and I are watching your progress. You are amazing!
Hey Mike
The James Gang are all cheering you on. I think if you listen hard enough you might even be able to hear my 5 year old's high pitched voice wafting through the air in your direction. Keep riding your ride, lot's of road ahead.
David James and family
Hey Mike! All of the gang back at Qualcomm are following the race and rooting for you! You're making us proud. Stay focused and get the job done (on the ride that is).
Jeff Romek
Mike...LOOK AT YOU GO! Way to crank through Kansas and off to the em-i-ess-ess-i-peepee-i! Moving beyond the halfway mark has got to feel great!!!! CONGRATS :o)
You'll be smellin' the barn in no time...SO KEEP SMILING JUST LIKE WE ARE ALL SMILING AT YOU!
:) :o) :-) :<)
Mike you're doing an amazing job man. You're a machine! Keep it up!
j
Mike,
Ralph Waldo Emerson said, "What lies behind us, and what lies before us, are small matter compared to what lies within us."
What lies within you, Mike, is fortitude, character, and perserverence. Your inner strength is an inspiration us all. Go get 'em. I know you can do it!
Your friend,
Drennan
Mike
You are doing amazing. It is impressive to know such a determined and strong person like youself. Keep up the good work and continue to be the courageous indiviual that you are! Good Luck with the last half.
Hey Mike:
You have been an inspiration since I saw you on NBC last year. When I ride I pretend that I haveyYour cool demeanor as you rode last year. I can't want to see the documentary next year. Keep riding hard. I am rooting for you from the desert in California.
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