Toronto --> Cobourg Recap
Today started much like last year with a lot of nervous energy and anticipation. We ate well the previous evening, but I think a few people had trouble falling asleep not knowing exactly what faced them this morning. I am happy to report that today ended much like last year as well, with a lot of great memories, even more laughs and more determination and confidence to tackle tomorrow. Here is a quick recap...
Morning preparations: I am happy to report that the team left in the morning without incident. We were even able to collect about $30 for our cause by sharing our story with the hotel guests at breakfast.
Weather: As predicted, today turned out to be a perfect day for riding. Mostly overcast, low 20's with abit of a tail wind and no rain.
Team structure: As decided previously, faster and "less fast" groups were decided, with only a short interval between groups. The faster team eventualy overtook the first team, but were hampered by continual stop lights, which we wisely respected. Once the faster team broke into more open road, I was surprised to see us carry speeds over 40km/hr, but I think there was a bit of extra testosterone to burn off.
Gayle: For the second time, we were able to eat our lunch on the front lawn of a gracious farming family. Gayle immediately recognized our team shirts, then promptly hopped into her SUV and drove through her orchard picking apples for us while we waited for the Subs to arrive. Here is our team picture with her:
Arrival (2:45PM): Team 1 arrived shortly before 3 pm with a respectable 32km/hr average over the 125km. Not to be outdone, team 2 arrived with everyone in line shortly after 3pm and smiles on everyones faces.
After a quick run to the local laundry services and several BEvERageS, we headed out to a fantastic dinner at "The Oaisis." The proprietors were expecting us and have graciously donated $700 towards our cause. Before then, we had presented Carol with a plaque from last year's team to decorate her walls...
Above: Carol, Claudine and Henry
Morning preparations: I am happy to report that the team left in the morning without incident. We were even able to collect about $30 for our cause by sharing our story with the hotel guests at breakfast.
Weather: As predicted, today turned out to be a perfect day for riding. Mostly overcast, low 20's with abit of a tail wind and no rain.
Team structure: As decided previously, faster and "less fast" groups were decided, with only a short interval between groups. The faster team eventualy overtook the first team, but were hampered by continual stop lights, which we wisely respected. Once the faster team broke into more open road, I was surprised to see us carry speeds over 40km/hr, but I think there was a bit of extra testosterone to burn off.
Gayle: For the second time, we were able to eat our lunch on the front lawn of a gracious farming family. Gayle immediately recognized our team shirts, then promptly hopped into her SUV and drove through her orchard picking apples for us while we waited for the Subs to arrive. Here is our team picture with her:
Arrival (2:45PM): Team 1 arrived shortly before 3 pm with a respectable 32km/hr average over the 125km. Not to be outdone, team 2 arrived with everyone in line shortly after 3pm and smiles on everyones faces.
After a quick run to the local laundry services and several BEvERageS, we headed out to a fantastic dinner at "The Oaisis." The proprietors were expecting us and have graciously donated $700 towards our cause. Before then, we had presented Carol with a plaque from last year's team to decorate her walls...
Above: Carol, Claudine and Henry
Above: Team arrival in Cobourg
Regards,
Henry
posted by Henry @ 11:51 p.m.
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