Whoa!!! Your son implied you were talented, smart and a cyclist- he didn’t disclose total bad assed and crazy! That’s an incredible feat. Next thing you guys will racing the great divide!
Ha, ha!!!!! I’ve ridden a tiny part in Montana and hope to ride a few more tiny pieces in Idaho and WY. But I don’t have 200 miles in a day in me, nor 2000 miles of remote gravel!
The magic of your story, as always, is that it is about so much more than “a ride”. Grateful to know you and have the privilege to read your observations regularly.
Wow! Once again I am struck by your vivid storytelling Rick! Truly loved hearing about the kindness of strangers and please note you gave me a serious lump in my throat reading about how Greg sacrificed his own goal for your safety. Delta Epic indeed!
He was a character. When he mentioned the acreage of the forest I thought “that’s kind of an odd fact to throw in.” I looked it up later and damn if isn’t 60,898 acres…
Thanks for the kind words Rick. If you decide to do it again. I’ll be right there with you.
Thanks Greg. Wouldn’t have it any other way.
Y’all… MuchRespect ! I can’t imagine taking a Rouge Roubaix and riding it two more times! Those delta roads and dirt?! Dayuuummmm 👊
Yes it's like doing Rouge Roubaix 3 times only the "roads" are a lot worse and no water bottle hand ups.
Whoa!!! Your son implied you were talented, smart and a cyclist- he didn’t disclose total bad assed and crazy! That’s an incredible feat. Next thing you guys will racing the great divide!
Thank you! But nothing could get me to sign up for the Divide race. That’s beyond nuts!
Ha, ha!!!!! I’ve ridden a tiny part in Montana and hope to ride a few more tiny pieces in Idaho and WY. But I don’t have 200 miles in a day in me, nor 2000 miles of remote gravel!
The magic of your story, as always, is that it is about so much more than “a ride”. Grateful to know you and have the privilege to read your observations regularly.
Thanks so much Pete. It means a lot coming from you.
Wow! Once again I am struck by your vivid storytelling Rick! Truly loved hearing about the kindness of strangers and please note you gave me a serious lump in my throat reading about how Greg sacrificed his own goal for your safety. Delta Epic indeed!
Beautiful.
Thank you for your beautiful writing in sharing such an inspiring story.
Rick, as always a great write up. Unbelievable ride you and Greg had.
rodeo clown part got me good
He was a character. When he mentioned the acreage of the forest I thought “that’s kind of an odd fact to throw in.” I looked it up later and damn if isn’t 60,898 acres…
Epic tale Rick. Thanks for sharing with us!
Kudos! That's one heck of a ride. An awesome experience to share with friends. Adding it to my bucket list!