Ready, set…

We launch tomorrow, then knock out 400 miles in four days to cross California and into Arizona.  But before all that begins….

My bike arrived in one piece, and passed all the safety checks, allaying a major source of anxiety.

My valiant steed


 

Caught some surfers at Manhattan Beach pier  with this California girl 


Watched some jets coming in lower than the hotel roof patio.

Met the super fun staff from Cross Roads Cycling who are running this crazy journey.  Amazing how fast they can change a flat tire.

CrossRoads staff (from Right: Greg, Peyton, Alena, Dana, Paula, Phred)

Had a terrific Italian dinner with Tanya with an expensive bottle of wine and some pie...

The first two of many (H/T Steve Baird, for the encouragement.)


Finally got some sunshine after two days of gloom

People I work with know that I organize my day/week/month/year in Trello.   I've trimmed it down substantially...

Here’s the only thing on my board for the next 7 weeks.

Let’s go!




Comments

  1. AnonymousMay 5, 2024 at 12:35 PM

    Considering your destination, I think departing from a “beach near Manhattan” would be better than Manhattan Beach. But you do you, David.
    May the wind always be at your back, you crazy dude. You got this!

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