Saturday, the 20th of May, the forecast called for stiff headwinds and colder temperatures, so I was not sure how long the day’s ride would take. Only 67 km, but riding uphill 400 m into the wind had me worried. Rain was supposed to start after dark, so I was sure that I could have my campsite pitched and ready in time, regardless of how slowly I rode.
Continue reading
This week, I invite you to enjoy a new short story from the world of Lockhart on my author’s blog.
Next week, I continue River Run 2017 to ride into the fabled Vienna Woods. Come on back!
Smooth roads and tailwinds,
JT
Tuesday morning, the 16th of May, I rose early, excited to be on my way again. Crossing to the right bank of the bank of the Danube, I quickly found myself in Austria on a dedicated bicycle path that led south into the fertile floodplain. The wind was out of the southwest. Had it been any stronger, it might have posed a problem from the outset. But the air was warm, and the day was sunny. I revelled in the fresh air and the smooth pavement leading me among the wind farms. Below the turbines, immense fields stretched to the horizon. I recognized corn and rapeseed, but not most of the other crops. This early in the spring, it all looks like a lawn that needs mowing. Continue reading
This week, I invite you to enjoy a new short story from the world of Lockhart on my author’s blog.
Next week, I continue River Run 2017, which I interrupted for Breaking Out 2021. Come on back!
Smooth roads and tailwinds,
JT
The Freewheeling Freelancer 