Providence Bridge Pedal 2014 - 10 Bridges by Faemike55
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today, I left the house with my friend at 0530 (barely sunrise) to go over to Portland for the 19th Annual Providence Bridge Pedal.
the last two rides, I did the 8-bridge (24 miles), this year, however, I opted for the 10-bridge (36 miles). Sounds good right? a minor mistake in how the route was presented had a bunch of us repeating the 2nd and 3rd bridge, thereby adding an additional 8 miles to the ride. Doable if you're prepared, we weren't quite prepared but we still did it.
In all, I averaged 12.01 miles an hour. this is very impressive when you realize the hills we rode to get to the bridges (anyone who's drove in Portland knows what I'm talking about.
I'm now at home resting comfortably, listening to Sommeille by George Telemann.
I will do the 10-bridge ride next year.
thank you for your kind comments and faves and I wish you a great week.
ps this is the shot of the start line for the 10-Bridge - we started at 0700.
Comments (43)
Surely a great day for all those cyclists Nice to you to present ity ((5++))
Looks like you had a good turnout. Very classy end to the day. A 36 mile ride followed by Telemann.
Wishing you a speedy recovery, Mike! Yes, I have driven around Portland a few years ago and can relate to the presence of 'hills'. LOL. At least you are keeping yourself healthy with all the biking you do! A most excellent photo, btw! Well done, Mike! I wish you many happy returns to the bridge pedal circuit!
i might be able to pedal for three miles at very best. i smoke way too much. cool pic of the festivities my friend.. is there a streaker off on the right? everybody's looking that way..
Looks like a great outing! I hope you had fun! Fantastic Capture!
Well congratulations.
Great photo they all look fit :) Cathy xoxoxo
Cool shot, Mike!!
Wow Mike, you certainly have to be exhausted after such a long ride.
Cool that you did it.
Great photo, Mike and quite an accomplishment. Looks like quite the event. The photo gives me the impression of being right there like one of the spectators.Excellent!!!!!
Congratulations, it is no easy thing to do that many miles. Looks like you had fun though.
Sounds like 'a bridge too far' Mike but good on you for sticking at it and completing the course.
Well done Mike ... for going the extra 8 miles as well!!
Very sensibly all wearing head gear too! The time you achieved is no doubt impressive Mike! Well done! Fancy swapping legs? Mine are weak "ish" at the moment! Steve ;)
Well done, you deserve your rest!!!
Looks very good
Wonderful shot!!!!!!!!!
amazing shot !!
Great shot!
Gadz, man. Wake me when its over. ;)
Very beautiful capture!
I used to bike Portland, many many many MANY years ago; the hill up to UOHSC was a killer, but I did it. Kudos to you for your miles and endurance!
Sounds like you are in great shape!!!!! Cool shot!
Great shot!
Superb capture my friend. God bless.
wonderful............wow.. i hate the walk to my car from my house.... lol
Fantastic capture !
Excellent!!!
Awesome capture and story of your day's adventure!