Friday, March 16, 2007

Phoenix or 67 miles today - 426 down

We climbed 1500 feet in temps from 55 to 102 degrees. The shoulder was horrible. At 40 miles the riding choice was the highway with the concrete trucks, the white line, the rumble strip, or the guard rail. As I looked up in despair, there was the sag van. I spent the afternoon in the pool - tough job but someone has to do it.

The Arizona desert is beautiful, it is a heat wave here. I guess it is better than cold and rain.

6 Comments:

Anonymous Anonymous said...

I am so proud of you Aunt Red~

Love Cami

4:26 PM  
Anonymous Anonymous said...

We learned of your ride through the Rolla Daily News. My husband and I are just getting started in Triathlons. My husband has been to Spin class with you a time or two. You are very inspiring. Stay strong and keep up the great effort.
Paul and Ginger
Rolla, MO

8:58 PM  
Anonymous Anonymous said...

Hi Retta,
The pool sounds lovely. I enjoy your blogs.
We had snow yesterday morning! Enjoy Phoenix.

10:08 PM  
Anonymous Anonymous said...

i've been where you are and there's still a few more trying climbs to go. the climbs between safford and the new mexcico border will be a real challenge. it's a great experenice to have. i wish i could do it again. your watchful eye

10:20 AM  
Anonymous Anonymous said...

retta, you're doing great considering the temps. the group still has a few challenges ahead between safford and the new mexico border. the ride is a great expereince i've been in the same saddle as you. i wish i could do it all over

10:39 AM  
Anonymous Anonymous said...

Retta, call me sometime. We are getting ready for Mom's big birthday bash this weekend. Karen's friends, Bill and Sherry, will bring their laptop so Mom can see this website. I heard from Karen about the "learning experience" you are amazing!

Love, Joy

2:17 PM  

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