DAY 70: Palmyra to Ashland: "Slowing down and enjoying these final few days"

August 7, 2016

DAILY STATS

Mileage: 76.43

Average Speed: 12.3 mph

Maximum Speed: 32.1 mph

I had a sad realization this morning: this would be my last church stay on the TransAm. Today I would be staying behind a bike shop in Ashland, and the day after that I got a warmshower in X. And then what? Well, I'll be in Yorktown. My trip is almost over, and I have so many mixed feelings about it that will soon be making their way into the blog.

So, how was my third-to-last day on the road? To keep it short, it was wonderful. There was a nice breeze out of the north, and it was just the right temperature. Clouds filled the skies, and my route took me through all sorts of interesting landacapes: deciduous and coniferous forests, farmland, riparian habitats, and quaint little towns and houses.

Ugh go away corn. I'm sick of looking at you and your spindly, lanky stalks.

This was one of the prettiest barns I've seen on the trail.

I got in to Ashland by 3pm, and went to a grocery store to resupply on what should be my last stock of groceries. Afterwards, I got a bite to eat and made my way to the bike shop. I set up my tent, and was soon inundated with mosquitoes. Well, I guess if it's going to be my last night camping, I may as well embrace them. After all, they have been a significant experience on this trip!

For those of you in Southern California that are interested in hearing more about my trip, I'll be hosting a get-together at my house on August 20th between 11am-4pm. I'd love to meet you! If you are interested, please send me a private message on Facebook (link in the blog) so that I can send you my address!

Today's ride: 76 miles (122 km)
Total: 4,453 miles (7,166 km)

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