Today the riding was extremely straightforward. The route took us out of our motel onto Route 60 for 55 miles until we arrived at our motel. No turns. No change of gears all day. It was cool when we started and very warm when we finished. The view had less variety than other days. Lots of cactus with lovely mountains in the distance on all sides. We passed a grove of pistachio trees early this morning. Katherine stopped and inquired of a farmer as we could not identify them. At about the mid-point we stopped at the Coyote Cafe for a milkshake, sweet potato fries, iced tea and water. We burn a lot of calories doing this! We also go through an amazing amount of fluids. Fortunately, our trusty SAG driver is parked about every twenty miles so that we can fill up with water and replenish our healthy snacks. She is always a welcome sight. So is the SAG Subaru station wagon.
Sounds like a fun day after the extreme challenges earlier in the trip - how nice. Were the pistachios blooming? They are one of the prettiest trees I have ever seen. If they weren't I could send you a picture of one.
ReplyDeleteSounds like a fun day after the extreme challenges earlier in the trip - how nice. Were the pistachios blooming? They are one of the prettiest trees I have ever seen. If they weren't I could send you a picture of one.
ReplyDeleteWe are so enjoying you taking us along on your journey! Thanks for sharing!
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