RAW Day 1: Chewelah to Cheney

Hope over reality...

Cheney, Washington

Day 1 was a long, hot slog but there were some beautiful bits to be sure. When we arrived in Cheney after 83+ HOT miles, I was all done in. (It was 102 degrees when I finally rolled into Hagelin Park in Cheney.) But I was pretty darn pleased with myself as well.

More "books on bikes":

• "The Candy House" by Jennifer Egan

83.9 miles

Getting ready for RAW 2022!

Seattle, WA

Bags are almost packed, and the bike is in the car. Took a 25 mile ride this morning so I could bear to sit in the car for the next 5+ hours. I am off to Cheney, WA, and Cascade Bicycle Club's RAW 2022! Very exciting!

More "books on bikes":

• "Four Seasons in Rome" by Anthony Doerr

Summer riding!

Seattle, Washington

Lovely, long ride today. And finished up a good book, too: Peach Blossom Spring. And not too hot, either!

More "books on bikes":

• "Peach Blossom Spring" by Melissa Fu
• "Did Ye Hear Mammy Died?" by Seamus O'Reilly
• "The Mother Tongue" by Bill Bryson (interesting but dated)

55.7 miles