I really didn't think anyone was reading my blogs so I have been a bit slack. I'll try to make up for it now. The weather has been spectacular allowing for great rides and facilitating the end of the event. The Central City ride was difficult but very rewarding. Dostal Alley was a great refuge, not for the gambling, but for the beer! On the way home I saw the largest Moose I've ever seen. We talked a while, he meandered off and I dropped down Two Brothers back to Idaho Springs. I should have taken Virginia Canyon. It's 3x as long but a smoother road.
Many of my rides are somewhat short but every thing here is steep. I put in 3 vertical miles for my 200 lateral. And I can feel it. I'll take time to tune up my bike and recuperate.
Thanks to all my awesome Sponsors and the support from everyone in all different ways. No one can beat this alone, I couldn't have done it without help. It has been a very emotional experience with intimate interactions throughout.
Thanks to Neil Myers for making my shirt . It was crucial for my effort. I can't wait to take it off. People would see my "Cancer Sucks" and Bee-line to me and tell me about their journey. I have had long discussions, sometimes with total strangers, but ending with love, hope, and positivity.
Thanks again to everyone.