As we rode out on Saturday morning, we were accompanied by Pastor Brad and Hank Larsen, the host that Paul Bayfield, Mike Scott & I stayed with. Hank was 68 years old on Saturday and rode at the front for 10 miles before he and Brad turned back. Hank is celebrating by competing in a triathalon today (Sunday). He has a very cool racing bike and recently averaged 21 mph over a 25 mile race route. Way to go Hank! An update later on how he did in the triahalon.
It was wet in the morning and rained lightly on and off. Things cleared off in late morning and we had hot weather as the afternoon went on. I rode strong in the morning and then seemed to run out of energy after lunch. I rode with Mike the last two-thirds of the day, which is kind of like having GPS on-board except that Mike can actually carry on a conversation. We always have a good time when we ride together. During lunch this day, Ralph King, a local farmer stopped by to chat with us. Ralph is 85 and was out for his daily 2-mile walk when he saw our vehicles. He was pleased to hear that we are riding to help tell more kids about Jesus' love. He encouraged us on our way and committed to pray for success and safety.
Mike's navigational skills notwithstanding, we could not find the bike path where it should have been, 3 miles from our destination in Northfield. We ended up coming in on County Route 246, or something, and before we knew it we had joined the route of a local 300-mile fundraising ride. The picture top right is me with the three ladies that encouraged us as we arrived in Northfield and finished off our 77 mile day, averaging 14.3 mph with 5.5 hours of riding time.
An entertaining, unique end to the day.
Dan
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Hey there Dan ~
Just dropping you a note to let you know that God has brought you to mind about a ZILLION times!!! Know that I love you, I'm praying for you and you have such a very special place in my heart!!! That goes for that son of yours too!! Tell him hello for me!!! Enjoying the few photos on your website . . . you needed me along with you just to take photos!!!! = ) Enjoy your day . . . praying for your feet and your seat!!! ; ) MUCH LOVE TO YOU BOTH!!!!!!!!!!! = )
Hey, Dan, I am just being to connect with your trip. You are in our prayers for energy, ministry and raising your budget.
Looking forward to your report when you return to Michigan and having you participate in our YWAT (Youth Workers ACTION Team) in reaching our Wyoming student together - Blessings,
John Hulett
I'm so proud of you both - this blog is amazing. How cool that you can have this adventure together and meet so many awesome people along the way. I'm praying for you!
Lynn J.
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