Well, I had a great time on this ride . I got to meet CliftonGK1 and Keithm0 for the first time, and met up again with BengeBoy. I had a slight problem with my rear derailleur, which was fixed at the first rest stop. I was unable to keep up with CliftonGK1 and Keithm0 due to the problems with the rear derailleur, but managed to catch up to them again at the second rest stop.

CliftonGK1 is busy making sure his bike is functional here:



and Keithm0 is saying, "Let's ride!" .



One of the few photographs I took during the actual ride, but it's a great photo!



Ah, Mount Rainier .

Back after the 61 mile ride, and I was pretty tired. I had not realised that the roads would be mostly chipseal (uck!), and it was hard on my hands from the road vibration. Still, it was a great ride, with some challenges--not too many--and some really nice downhill runs!



Doing the Daffodil Classic worked in very well for my afternoon plans. I had arranged to meet member stringbreaker, and take him a nice Univega mixte frame for him to build up for Mrs. stringbreaker.

A little taste of Bike Heaven!



Stringbreaker's garage....