Today started with a plugged nose and a stomach in knots. I woke up anxious about the day but got going anyway. Jason took me over to the school, where I dallied until there was no real excuse not to get on my bike. I drank my coffee, chit chatting with my college friend, basically avoiding my bike. I finally just got on with it around 7. I was pleasantly surprised when my tail bone didn't start screaming immediately so away I went. I was passing people like a pro. However, I did almost get run off the road by other cyclist crowding the shoulder, twice. I made it to Montazuma by 10, it was about half way to Dodge City, which was where we were eating lunch that day. The day was again cold, damp and dreary and I was grateful for my hoodie and wishing I had leggings. At Montazuma, I texted Jason my progress and told him I thought my tail was doing better. Then I got on my bike to find that it was tender. I think that because it was tender yesterday it was still sensitive because I could position myself on my bike and ride with no pain. It was just rough getting on the bike and getting going. By the time I reached Dodge City I was doing well and proud that I didn't feel like I was dying. I met Jason for lunch at a place called Taco Jalisco. If you get the chance it's amazing! Once lunch was over I had roughly 15 more miles to go to the end of the route. I did have Jason take me past the denser traffic areas and drop me off. And I set out for Spearville. I felt strong on this part of the ride and it went pretty quickly even though the should was really rough. I rolled into camp at 4 and went looking for Rhi and company. Apparently they were napping hard core and it took me a good half hour to find them. We then strolled around Spearville, which is a cute little town. While walking I asked both Joan and Rhi, what exactly was the fun part of BAK. I was really struggling with the idea of doing that mileage again and again for then next 6 days. They said it is fun when the weather cooperates.
The problem today wasn't that I couldn't do the miles. Today I did 74 miles, now I know I'm more than capable. But it wasn't fun. I wasn't enjoying it. So today was my last day of BAK. We're heading home now as I type. I am sorry if I let anyone down but honestly I think I would hate my bike and biking by the end of this trip. I just think it wasn't something for me. I will still continue to ride around my area and do day rides but the day after day thing just isn't my thing.
I will continue to blog about my biking experience and my general training as I feel that it has improved my life and well being. I leave you tonight with some pictures from Spearville. And I hope that if you're interested in doing a long tour that my experience doesn't dissuade you, you may enjoy it. Speedy turtle will ride again and that is a promise.
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