Day 7: Abandoned House, Hills, and Hills
Posted on 28. May, 2009 by carlos in Touring
“If you can make it through Pennsylvania, the Rockies will be easy,” Becky repeated. This statement was never more true.
The hills/mountains of the Appalachian Mountain chain approach quick, have a ridiculous grade, and are a pain in our lowest gear. The terrain for the day was mountains, mountains, and a few more mountains.
Safety became a concern at the top of one peek. With the fog we could not see more than 20 feet ahead, it was getting dark, and Joe’s body was losing strength. We called it a night and found a place behind an abandoned house to pitch a tent. It was our first night of official camping, and with that, came the new car feeling of using the tent for the first time.
In the picture above, you can see a small tent in the back.
Lesson learned for the day: Joe’s body is not cooperating with the hills.
Stats
Miles today: 49.3
Total miles: 306.76
Flats today: Carlos – 1, Joe – 0
Total flats: Carlos – 3, Joe – 0
Crashes: Carlos – 0, Joe – 0
Dave
28. May, 2009
Keep it up guys! You’ll be in Portland before you know it.
Seth Ladd
29. May, 2009
That’s a great picture. Thanks.
Marlene Speelman
29. May, 2009
Carlos, you are racking up the flat tires! Please be safe and I am sure you are a pro at repairing tires by now!
Lorraine Park
29. May, 2009
Carlos, have you tried the thorn proof tubes from Performance? They worked great when we did loaded touring on tandems.
Heather Hollaway
29. May, 2009
Is THAT the house you camped behind?!
Aimee
29. May, 2009
Dude- that’s such a cool photo, love that house!
Wish I had a house along your route to sponsor you for a night. Anyhow, you guys are inspiring! Keep it up! :0)
Cassi Yost
29. May, 2009
Lovely photo! Yep – the Appalachians can be tough – glad you got out of the fog. Be safe.
David Tsunami
30. May, 2009
Great pics Carlos. I am so very proud of you and Joe. I know you guys are going to make it.
Remember to spin when it comes to hills. Call or email if you need anything.
Dave
Kristine
17. Jun, 2009
I LOVE the photos! This one of the house is awesome and I’ve loved the surprising angles you’ve chosen for some of the others. Take care and thanks for the cool updates.