Day 23 Topeka, KS to ST Joesph, MO85 miles, 16.1mph avg.
Yesterday was a killer. Today was a piece of cake. The hills today were like the hill on Goshen Road. The hills yesterday were like the hill on Painter Road.
After seven days, everyone was ready to leave Kansas. But, I have to say the drivers in Kansas were exceptionally courteous. They moved over when the could and rarely did anyone blow their horn.
Had one casualty today. Dan, the cardiologist from Wisconsin, crashed. He said he had no idea what happened. No gravel, no catch basin, no anything. They took him to the hospital but nothing was broken. Just some major road rash. He'll ride in the van tomorrow. He said he cracked his helmet. I guess that's why we wear them - so we don't crack our heads.
Craig is talking about going home. He is not feeling well and has no energy. The consensus among the three docs on the tour is that the antibiotic Craig's taking for his arm is the problem. He's stopped the antibiotic and will ride in the van tomorrow. If he doesn't start to feel better in a day or two he's going home. I hope that's all it is.
We still haven't been rained on. Pretty remarkable, I think.
sorry to hear about craig......i hope he gets better, maybe he needs another antibiotic.....holly said that when they aspirate......(drain).........the rate of infection is high..........
ReplyDeleteGlad today was a better ride. Sorry about the other riders. Hopefully Craig will be feeling better and can return to the ride. Tomorrow the Central Time Zone. Chillicothe is a Shawnee word meaning "Big Town Where We Live." The Shawnee came to Chillicothe from the Ohio Country, where they had been under pressure before the American Revolution. Ohio is now friendly, we will welcome you all with open arms. Stay safe and enjoy your ride.
ReplyDeleteHi! We just returned from Atlantic City and Jersey shore. Chas is the CRAPS King. He also ended up in the women's bathroom (error,he claims) and did not let that stop him from doing his business. We are now back to following you -- take care.
ReplyDeleteChas here. So, the word is out the same day I made the mistake. I was scared to death I would be discovered in my stall, as these ladies come and go. Next time: No urinals, get out! When we went to Colorado skiing, we took all day to drive across KS. I can't believe you pedaled it! Good luck with the rest of the trip. Let me know when you go thru Alliance, OH. I'll hand you a glass of water as you go thru.
Sammy, Stella and I toasted your success on the ride. We all really enjoy your blog and think that you should convert it into a novel when you return. We're reminded of the words from an old Irish blessing: "May the road rise to meet you. May the wind be always at your back." That's what we wish for you! (Old) Gwen
"And may you be in heaven an hour before the devil knows you're dead!" Finish it right, Chas!
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