Today we rode 50 miles from Buffalo to Medina. The weather could not have been better. We scooted out ahead of the main group so as to not get caught up in the mob.
I saw one crash today. I felt like I was in the Tour de France!
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| A gathering of bikesfor lunch and the Lockport canal boat ride |
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| Bikers and Boaters - The multi-use Erie Canal |
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| Approaching the locks at Lockport. No pumps, all lock activity is done by gravity |
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| Closing the gates. I felt a little claustrophobic |
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| Bikers from several countries are here. |
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| COngressman Brian Higgins was on hand to announce a $5 million dollar grant to extend the paved portion of the bike path from Amherst to Lockport. |
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| Going under the widest bridge in the world 298 feet |
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| A portion of the old mule tow path, hewn out of rock. The manual labor done to create this canal is amazing. |
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| Headed for the rest stop! I'm ready for a break! |
I saw the news conference on tv. I looked for your red shirt, but didn't see you.
ReplyDeleteOne day down - seven to go ! Hey to Sal!
Make sure someone takes a picture of you!
ReplyDeleteThis blog and your photos are great, Tom !! Hope your batteries don't die :(
ReplyDeleteGreat ! You can tell us all about the canal when you get back. How long you 'reckon the ride back will take ? Glad the weather was great - here's hoping it stays that way : ) UJ
ReplyDeleteLooks like a fine start for your adventure. Hope the weather remains favorable. Can't wait to hear your stories. Chris 'n Susan
ReplyDeleteWe were at Jim DeFalco's this weekend and showed him your blog so your fame is spreading to Long Island. The pictures are great and it sounds like you are really enjoying the trip! Keep having fun on this trip.
ReplyDeleteRich & Sue Nicol