First of all, thank you for posting a response to my brain teaser. I have to say, I have not seen one roadrunner while in AZ but will continue to keep my eyes peeled. I also have not seen any elk, despite the signs posted every 500 ft telling me to watch for them.
Today I spent the first part of the day in the motorhome (skipping the 5500 ft climb - ouch). Jorge took a header on his bike, but don't worry he's ok. Marv stepped on a cactus but he's ok too. Heber FD led us into town and gave us a space for lunch, and of course I got on the bike right as the monsoon was coming in and we all get drenched for the hour after lunch. Linden FD led us through town, causing a big backup but people have generally been tolerant of us and our less than speed-limit worthy pace. Like I said, all the Fire Depts have been unimaginably gracious.
Tonight we're in Show Low (look up why it's got that name) and Show Low FD is putting us up for the night in their training room. We also got a very happy surprise from Kristen, a friend of FF Allie who works at this station. She heard that the guys were sick of their usual protein bars, so she BAKED some for us. Amazing. The generosity we've run into has been staggering.
Final mileage total today is 87 miles. 5500 ft of elevation gain, summit at over 7700 ft. Raining, windy, who knew they had weather like this in AZ?
Beth told us something at our Saddle Ranch fundraiser that really resonated with the guys - "the 343 are looking down from Heaven and seeing everything through your eyes. They're on the journey with you."
Driving "THE RIDE" for 911 - Written solely by the drivers and passengers of the motorhome. 3300 miles at 12 mph over six weeks in a 34 foot motorhome.
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