Though grumpy because I make everyone get up for early starts, we're all eager to get going as this is our last day to our destination. Departed Riverton, WY at 6:45 for what promises to be a long day of straight roads, but the shortest day in miles yet. We get out and on the road to a long flat desert area, chilly as all heck (temp gauge reading 0) for the first 2 hours. Just out in the middle of nowhere. I can imagine the cowboys of old riding around these areas, shivering through the nights and sweating out the days.
Not much to say, other than a few bluffs, mesas and lots of open land. We made Rawlins, WY for breakfast at 9:00. Fueled and fed we again set out for more long roads. As we came off the interstate (one of very few short runs) there's a guy standing just off the exit rampl, holding up a map and poised beside a VFR. He waves his arms knowing that he's run into a crew heading to the same place.
Not much to say, other than a few bluffs, mesas and lots of open land. We made Rawlins, WY for breakfast at 9:00. Fueled and fed we again set out for more long roads. As we came off the interstate (one of very few short runs) there's a guy standing just off the exit rampl, holding up a map and poised beside a VFR. He waves his arms knowing that he's run into a crew heading to the same place. 
When we stopped for a break, we all introduced and welcomed him to our crew. While on the rest, I peaked around a corner. Low and behold I was attacked and mauled by an angry grizzly that hadn't before tasted Canadian beef. Luckily I was wearing my gear and was able to escape without injury. The bear is complaining cause I don't write or call.Down we went, stopping in Walden were we split in two groups. One on the original route and the rest of us on a 'Plan B' route I had done, which cut 35 miles / almost 1 hours off travel time.
We pulled into Silverthorne and Dillon at 2:20PM. Hugging and bumping that we had arrived and for the next four days - it's time to enjoy life and watch as more and more show up. So now everyone gets a day off riding - everyone but me. I've worn down my tires to a point that wouldn't be safe to proceed on the group rides on Thursday, so tomorrow morning I'll be heading out for Denver at 8 to a Honda dealer for new tires to be mounted. 1+ hour in, who knows how long for the work and then return. We spoke to a rep and explainded the situation. He assured us that They can fit me in and get me out quick - we'll see.
There are about 15 of us in town now, heading for the Red Mountain Grill for an informal dinner.
I'll let you know about Denver tomorrow, now it's time to relax, smile more and appreciate what I am on. This is just incredible. I'll be able to read this myself in months gone bye and remember just how blessed I am.
Cheers,
Tony
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