Georgia on my mind & Super Tuesday
Highlights of Day #4......Clemson, SC to Blairsville,GA
What is "Super Tuesday?" Find out below.
Today's Distance: 86 miles
Departure Time: 8 am
Arrival Time: 5 pm
Accomadations: Holiday Inn Express of Blairsville,GA
Wind: light breeze which was not a factor
Temp: 86 degrees
Terrain: the mighty mountains of north Georgia
Highways: Hwy 123 out of Clemson, then Hwy 76 into Blairsville
Road kill I saw: at least one dozen squirrel (not all at the same time), multiple snakes, a couple of bunnies, racoon, possum.
Scenery Rating: 9.95....as good as it gets. Absolutely gorgeous!
Songs stuck in my head today: "These Days" -Rascal Flats, "More than a feeling" -Boston, "Your beautiful" -James Blunt
# of dashed yellow lines I rode by: 1,892
Amount of sweat I think I lost: 8-9 pounds
Scariest Moment: When the tazmanian devil almost attacked us (thank goodness for collars and chains!)
Favorite Memory: flying 40+ mph down a mountain pass just outside of Hiawassee, GA
Tomorrow's Ride: 90-95 miles to Chattanooga
Today's Meal Rundown:
Breakfast: eggs and biscuits from the Hampton Inn
Lunch: a wrap and some fruit from Chick Fila in Clayton,GA
Dinner: Lasnaga at the "Crabb House"
Snacks: Snickers Marathon bar, Vanilla Powerbar, three Accel Gels, a handful of jelly beans, popcorn
I would describe today as "fantastically punishing." We hit the mountains today in a serious way. The ride today was very difficult, especially when you're pulling a B.O.B. trailer. But with that said, it was without question the best day of the trip thusfar. I remember flying down a winding mountain road and for a brief moment pulling next to a Lincoln Town car that had an older couple riding comfortably inside. I remember thinking to myself, "I wonder who has the better seat right now?" As I looked at myself......I had to laugh as I was covered in sweat, salt, bicycle grease, suntan lotion w/ nats stuck to my arms hairs, dirt, spilled Accel gel, and Gatorade. I smiled and thought to myself that there is no other place that I would rather be. Today was an absolute thrill. Words can't really describe the beautiful views that we saw today. It was even more incredible to witness on a bicycle. And to think that one of the ways our great God has revealed Himself to us is by the works of His hands in His marvelous creation. I rode in awe today. He's worthy to be praised.
I need to say thanks to the Renshaw's for the "shout out" on my voicemail today. Great message. You as well, Chilly.
SUPER TUESDAY:
What is Super Tuesday?
I've decided that after four days on the road, one of the best parts of my day is checking my voicemail after a long day of riding. It's been both encouraging and entertaining to listen to some of y'alls voice messages on my cell phone. So, I've decided that every week I'm going to hold a contest that will involve y'all leaving a message on my voicemail if you so choose. And every Tuesday, (Super Tuesday) I'll annouce who the winner is for that week.
Here's the first contest. To participate, you must leave a message on my cell phone no later than Monday, June 5th at 5pm. Leave your message between the hours of 8 am and 5 pm. I will award (when I get back to Memphis) one 2006 Hunger Ride T-shirt to the best musical performance (song or instrument) left on voicemail. Voice messages can be no longer than 90 seconds. Bonus points for anything out of the 80's.
2 Comments:
Tom, I just found your blog. This will be a great way to keep up with the ride. Hang in there!
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