August 1, 2023

Rob started his final month on the bike with a solid ride through Albany. Only one glitch with the route along the way today.

Bicycle route DETOUR today in the final hours did not deter Rob or dampen his spirits. Even after reading map’s warning:

When I asked Rob if he had to dismount – his response:

I have skills!

The DOT created this route for cyclist – only on one side of the road, which happened to be facing traffic – UGH!

Overall, Rob had beautiful views of the canal and the capitol all day.

His route to Rensselaer brought him through the Rockefeller Empire State Plaza and along the New York State Capital building with a close up look at the Cutout People Sculpture contrasted against the marble walls of the Legislature Building.

Early to bed today, which means early to rise tomorrow as he prepares to leave NY and ride through western Massachusetts!

Keeping the rubber side down, Julie and Rob