July 8, 2023

Unofficially at the half point after riding over 2,015 miles so far! We arrived at Donn Olson Farm today in Dablo, MN!

Pouring over the map of Wisconsin – showing Rob a potentially alternate route across. The printed notes under the map in front of Rob are courtesy of a fellow rider who documented the route along CR 64.

Decided to rotate the tires given the most excellent bike stand available in the Bunkhouse. Good thing too because there was a small piece of wire embedded in the front tire which punctured the tube while Rob was moving it to the rear!

A tedious job but somebody has to do it – and he had a good roadie getting his supplies out of the SAG mobile!

Rob road over 115 continuous bike trail from Fergus Falls to Albany then the next day through Holdingford.

Conditions of the bike path varied but overall – it was a respite from car and truck traffic.

Riding along the path, Rob encounter very few fellow cyclists. However, at one point he came upon a fitting tribute to two fallen American Veterans. The Purple Heart Chapel stands as a tribute to their sacrifice but more importantly serves as a reminder of the importance of kindness in our everyday lives. A small refrigerator held free water for any passerby.

Just when you think you have crossed the Continental Divide for the LAST time – at least the elevation is almost at sea level – HA

Rob says, “ Get out your sleds Boys! It’s a free for all on the bike path!”

Seriously?! They do like to get out during those long winter months –

Hoping not to encounter any dirt tomorrow –

Keeping the rubber side down, Rob and Julie – with an assist from Verne today xoxoxo