Huntsman 140 - Saturday 16 June - Great day!!!

A large crowd of cyclists ride out of Delta over Ravell's Pass then make a right turn for the inaugural ride of Larry's Loop.

Friday was a day of rest in Delta, the Reno cyclists spent the day getting massages, going to the movies, eating cupcakes (thank you Darcie and Denise) and even riding a little to prep for the H140.

Larry's Loop was an additional 8 miles to total 140 miles – didn’t want anyone feeling cheated – and got us onto a less trafficked road. The boys from DNA took a pull at the front, into a headwind, making it easier for those of us in the peloton.

Todd Smith with his son Devon hot on his heels

Plenty of riders fill the road out of Delta

It appears they are racing the train out of Delta

 

One part stretch master + one part Superman + one part comedian = Ravell

Best part of my day was riding with friends like Seth Bradley…

…and my good friend and neighbor Pat Buller…

…but when band mate, neighbor and great guy Kelly joined us we were all smiles.

The H140 was dedicated to the memory of Matt Bradley - we all miss him and wish he could have ridden with us again this year.

After lunch Holly watched riders cruise down the hill north of Camp Williams.

Vicki of Fallon's Lattin Farm fame

Scott Westfall

Todd Handy of Handybestrong

Mike McDonald and Lorenzo Roundy led the group containing Jeff Warren, Darcie Strong while Dan Sellers speeds up to catch a wheel.

Echo – aboard a new bike courtesy of Cindy Yorgason – was happy to ride to the finish with Jen Murano and her Dad by her side.

Lori Kun was one of the many riders who rode to the cheers of a raucous crowd.

Hangin with my buddies Scott and Ravell

Before wrapping up the Ride from Reno and Huntsman 140 I have to thank Holly for using her vacation time to drive a support vehicle, protect our riders and document the days with her camera. To our support drivers – thank you for making our journey safe and so much fun – your smiling faces and cheers kept us going. To my fellow riders; thank you for sharing your fellowship with Holly and me and for encouraging me when I needed a boost. Holly and I loved every minute and cannot wait to join you all again on the Ride from Reno 2013 edition.

 

On to Nationals!

Speed freaks

These three guys (L to R) Joe Sepulveda, Seth Bradley and Kevin Parry have been instrumental in assisting me in my preparation for Nationals. Not only did they welcome me into the DNA crowd but they coached me, rode me into the dirt then picked me up and showed me the way to get faster and smarter. Thanks guys - I will do my best to represent for all of my friends and family.