In Palermo, Day 2: CycleBlaze Meetup!

March 18, 2023

We got out on our bikes today to ride up Monte Pellegrino, which looms over Palermo to the north. It’s always good to make sure the bike is working well before leaving the city but it’s great to do it with fellow CycleBlazers Scott & Rachael Anderson.

Looking back at Palermo and the first few switchbacks

Al discovered that his bike needed a little adjustment. Such a nice location to do it!

We had hoped to make it a loop ride but found a big closed gate that meant it would be an out-and-back.

The serious closed gate that stopped us.

And there they go with Scott in the lead

We had worked up an appetite so after splitting up to return to our accommodations, Al and I went out for our first pizza of the trip.

After our late lunch, we walked over to the Chiesa del Gesù di Casa Professa. Our host was right (of course). It is a beautiful church.

Nap time then dinner with friends! A wonderful day.

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Today's ride: 30 km (19 miles)
Total: 30 km (19 miles)

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Rachael AndersonWe really enjoyed visiting with you!
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Jacquie GaudetTo Rachael AndersonMutual!
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Janice BranhamWonderful. So glad you all got to enjoy the day together.
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