Picking up the Pace – Finally Optimal Conditions
Just got off the phone with crew member David Carr and he’s reporting that conditions are ideal right now – almost no wind – and everybody’s enjoying a beautiful evening as they approach TS #22 in Walsh, Colo. Mike’s picked up the pace and, to quote David, “he’s looking like the Mike Trevino we all know.”
David mentioned the previous stretches had been particularly brutal with headwinds and temperature ranges from 96 to 37F. They experienced rain, nasty traffic and semis that could give a damn about RAAM and just wanted the bikes off the road. Today was especially tough as they experienced brutal headwinds for much of the day.
The good news is that Mike’s picked up the pace three hours ago and he’s feeling strong. It’s also good to be back in the Midwest where there should be better cell coverage. At several points they had no way to communicate with the vans as none of the cell phones were getting a signal.
They’re 6-8 hours from meeting the additional crew members, which include Mike’s uncle and a friend who helped with the Trans Iowa record. David claims they’re “gonna have to pry him away” as he wants to stay for the whole ride. But the plan is to refresh the crew and train the new people during the day tomorrow. Final goodbyes will be said at TS#30 in Fort Scott, Kansas.
Amanda, Mike’s girlfriend, will be joining the crew in Indianapolis for the final couple days or so.
David mentioned the previous stretches had been particularly brutal with headwinds and temperature ranges from 96 to 37F. They experienced rain, nasty traffic and semis that could give a damn about RAAM and just wanted the bikes off the road. Today was especially tough as they experienced brutal headwinds for much of the day.
The good news is that Mike’s picked up the pace three hours ago and he’s feeling strong. It’s also good to be back in the Midwest where there should be better cell coverage. At several points they had no way to communicate with the vans as none of the cell phones were getting a signal.
They’re 6-8 hours from meeting the additional crew members, which include Mike’s uncle and a friend who helped with the Trans Iowa record. David claims they’re “gonna have to pry him away” as he wants to stay for the whole ride. But the plan is to refresh the crew and train the new people during the day tomorrow. Final goodbyes will be said at TS#30 in Fort Scott, Kansas.
Amanda, Mike’s girlfriend, will be joining the crew in Indianapolis for the final couple days or so.
3 Comments:
Way to go crew!! I am sure it has been an amazing experience so far - you all deserve a round of applause for all of your hardwork. May the transition of crew go smoothly. And to Mike...keep it going! We are all cheering you along. I can't wait to see more pictures!!
By the way, Steph came by my office today and dropped off your bike frame. I promise I won't ride it too much, or better yet, auction it off to the highest bidder! Anyway, just wanted you to know I have it and you can get it anytime.
Keep pedalling...
Hi Mike,
Yippee, yahoo! You're doing great ! It's Lyndah. It seems the weather, the beautiful moon and the stars are urging you on, wishing you Good Luck. The hills and the valleys, the curves in the road, the dogs without homes, and the creatures of the night that are cast by moonlight shadows are blowing kisses to you ( that subtle tailwind ). Every landmark you pass and every milestone you see are part of the landscape of a champion. God does not play marbles with the planets, stars or Titans. God say's, "Go, Mike, go ! I love you best."
You're the one!
Love always,
Lyndah W.T.
HELLO DAVE "CATT" CARR - HOPE YOU'RE TREATING TREVINO BETTER THAN YOU DO WOMEN. SHAME, SHAME ON YOU!!
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