Our Wednesday night camp site was exactly the same as the one we had in 2013. We slept in a bit after our late arrival but once we got up we packed up camp quickly and started on the road. The last leg of the journey involves many climbs, some fairly steep. We stopped for breakfast at the now familiar River Cafe in Huntington. They serve huge plate sized pancakes here and I had to have some. However, I wish I actually had a photo of Dakota’s breakfast because it was a more significant personal accomplishment for him. Dakota finished three eggs, hash browns, two slices of toast, and three slices of french toast.
Fully fueled, we ground over hill after hill moving west towards Great Barrington. Some of the day was slow going and we had to content with periods of heavy rain and uncooperative gears. We we even able to help one somewhat lost motorist. Tired and sore, the final landmarks of the NY state border and the last climb before Falcon Ridge were highly anticipated. We were all very happy to crest the hill and see the sign showing us we were arriving.
And so a third Tour de Dance is completed. This trip brought the expected and the unexpected and incorporated, in some form or another, seven cyclists. My trip odometer read 353 miles when we pulled into the festival today. Thanks to everyone who was supportive. We look forward to seeing you all on the dance floor, on the road, and perhaps on the next Tour de Dance!
Congratulations all! What a great journey. Memorable I am sure on many levels. I like Dakota’s approach to breakfast. Enjoy the music!