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07-02-08, 12:59 PM
My first century, on accident.
It was suposed to be about 60 miles. Out to lake Martin and back. My second time on this route. Missed a turn on my way back. I was expecting to see my sign for Rt. 72, but there was only the local street name. I should have known better with these Alabama country roads. Anyway, about a mile the wrong way, I realized I was going north because of the sun. However, I knew I would hit a major road Rt 228, so I kept on thinking that there would definately be a sign for the route back to auburn on 228. Nope. I kept on maby 15 miles past auburn till I hit a crossroad that I knew. Finally took that back home. Got home after dark. Also got to meet lots of people while asking for water.
Luckilly, I learned my lesson having been left out in the dark before. I always have my headlight and tail light. But now on long rides, I've started carrying clear safety glasses should it get dark.
EIther way, My first century!!
It was suposed to be about 60 miles. Out to lake Martin and back. My second time on this route. Missed a turn on my way back. I was expecting to see my sign for Rt. 72, but there was only the local street name. I should have known better with these Alabama country roads. Anyway, about a mile the wrong way, I realized I was going north because of the sun. However, I knew I would hit a major road Rt 228, so I kept on thinking that there would definately be a sign for the route back to auburn on 228. Nope. I kept on maby 15 miles past auburn till I hit a crossroad that I knew. Finally took that back home. Got home after dark. Also got to meet lots of people while asking for water.
Luckilly, I learned my lesson having been left out in the dark before. I always have my headlight and tail light. But now on long rides, I've started carrying clear safety glasses should it get dark.
EIther way, My first century!!