It's good to read that I am not the only cyclist to enjoy the state of Kansas. So many TransAm riders seem to disparage that particular stretch...too hot, too windy, too boring, too hot...

I enjoyed crossing the state during my TransAm ride. The terrain, while not quite postcard pretty, had both a starkness and subtlety that appealed to me. Much of Wyoming, Idaho and eastern Oregon could also be considered among my favorite sections.

Least favorite?
Kentucky was a bit of a shock. I was expecting thoroughbreds and Cadillac convertibles...instead I found stray dogs, beer cans, potholes and broken-down washing machines. The locals weren't a problem, really, but I remember a slight sense of unease when passing thru there.