Distance: 119.4 mi (192.2 km)
Cumulative Distance: 2,031 mi (3,269 km)Average Speed: 15.6 mph (25.1 kph)
Climb: 4,765 ft (1,452 m)
Cumulative Climb: 107,395 ft (32,734 m)
Flats: 2
Cumulative Flats: 13
After some heavy rain last night, the day started out dry but damp. Within about an hour, we passed into Louisiana. The sun came out, and the remainder of the day was beautiful. The terrain was hilly for the first 60 miles and then flattened out again. The roads in Louisiana were rough, but not down to Texas standards. The shoulders were rough and scattered with debris which greatly contributed to two flat tires we had today (Dave & Keith).
The wind was strong in our face all day and made the 119 miles testier then we had hoped. We have now passed the 2,000 mile mark and are well on our way to an early arrival in St Augustine. We finished the day in the heart of Cajun country and are looking forward to some fine Cajun cuisine for dinner tonight!
The scenery was not particularly picturesque so the photos today focus on road conditions, tire repair, and Dave’s modified bike seat - it seems that the expensive new saddle he purchased in Austin has not solved his painful derriere problem.
Also included in the photos is another artful nature picture taken by Gaby.
Can we buy ya'll some beers @ Landsdowne Street when you get yourselves back to BS? R&P
ReplyDeleteAwww...I shoulda taken a picture with ya'll! :) ~Hope~
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