We left the 'Green Mountains' of Vermont this morning....crossed over the Conneticut River and then entered into the 'White Mountains National Forest' of New Hampshire (this area is known as one of THE most beautiful areas in our country for fall foliage....its beautiful this time of year too!)
It was a beautiful 68 miles today! About 60-70% of the ride we were looking at a river, or stream, or waterfall, or lake or pond. It was gorgeous! Absolutely a beautiful view in every direction!
We did some climbing today...but no one was complaining because the rain never came! It really poured while we were having our breakfast.....so, most of us suited up in our rain gear and just headed out expecting at some point we'd be drenched (like yesterday). The good news is the rain stopped right at the end of breakfast....and luckily, we stayed dry and rain free all day!
I'm in a small town called Lincoln...
As we make our way across this beautiful state, we will enter Maine tomorrow (only 4 more days of riding).
Here are a few photos from today....
We ride on many bridges...it's always fun to ride thru old, wooden, covered ones....
A typical view from the road....small waterfalls, creeks, rivers everywhere....
Note the fog (at least it didn't rain) - it was spectacular!
Biking buddies ( I tried to trade him bikes since tomorrow's ride includes a 12-mile climb...no deal). -- We look good together , don't we???
Hi, Jeannette,
ReplyDeleteGotta say, you look better on his bike than he does on yours!! I can't believe your trip is winding down. Thanks for letting me "tag along" - great commentary and pictures, too! I say again, photojournalist - let someone else "do the pedaling" this time, though. I'm still amazed at what you have (almost) accomplished.
Love,
Dee
Man! all that talk of water here and water there, made me have to get up in the middle of your story and go potty. Love the pix and the one with the bike swap is hysterical. Enjoy your last few days.
ReplyDelete"Been there and done that"...........and then I
ReplyDeletewoke up. It wasn't me at all, it was you.
I'm still amazed at it all.
See you soon.
Hey Jeanette, I just got off the phone with your mom. . .I'm so mad at you and jealous. . .I would have loved to ride along! Glad to hear most are older . . .as there may still be time. Love to get together after your trip to hear more! Your blog is great. Odd that it takes you going on this trip for me to connect with you! Later, cuz Laura Baker Brewer
ReplyDeleteIsn't New Hampshire beautiful? Whenever Scott ditches me for a fishing trip, he heads to New Hampshire. Glad you had a chance to enjoy the scenery without the rain!!
ReplyDeleteLove you,
Nicole