The day started off with a 2 hour drive from Mahopac, NY to  Neptune City, NJ. I was a little too  worried that we would not have enough sunlight because we left a few hours later than hoped. My mind eased as the day progressed.

The turns started to get annoying after our directions told us our 60 mile route in increments of 0.5 – 1.5 miles. Touring Tip: Try to stay on the same road when going from point A to B. Even if you have to go a few extra miles when planning your route, it will be worth it to not look down at your map and wonder if you are on the right road every few miles.

We would have offended the touring cyclists before us if we did not take a picture on the starting-point-ocean.

After 6.7 miles, Carlos decided to ride over nail. 

Passing through Trenton, NJ we asked this family sitting outside for a refill of our water. A simple request turned into an amazing few minutes of laughing and them wishing us the best. 

Becky was our host for the day. We met her today, and she let us strangers spend the night with her and her husband. The random act of hospitality starts this trip off well.

Stats
Miles today: 63
Total miles: 63
Flats today: Carlos – 1, Joe – 0
Total flats: Carlos – 1, Joe – 0
Crashes: Carlos – 0, Joe – 0