June 1 - Dodging Potholes, More n More Hills, Summer has Begun!

Today we rode from Cash Creek to Lillooet, leaving at 8am in sunny hot conditions. Luckily we were off the bike before noon so that saved us from the scorching heat as it hits the 30's midday. Today was full of different group dynamics with some people struggling, others having good days, and with many of the guys taking it easy trying to save energy for tomorrow's big ride from Lillooet to Whistler. I had a bit of a rougher ride feeling the volume start to pile up. I'm sure there are also some nerves as we head into tomorrow.

This afternoon we enjoyed a playful time in the beautiful reservoir in Lillooet cooling our muscles off. It was spectacular with the mountains jetting into a massive lake. The water was freezing...in an oh so perfect way. After the cool down we hit the local ice cream shop (hey, after burning nearly 3,000 calories today It really hit the spot!)

A great thing for today was having Larisa back on the road with us! Although she didn't do the whole ride, skipping a few of the big hills, she did extremely well after such a big crash only a few days ago. Also to note from today was an interesting event when Emily Desforges was given money by a passing truck driver who wanted to donate to the 'cause' we were riding for! Way too funny, since we're really just riding for the heck of it! Sounds like it may to donated to the party at Dusty's after the ride! :)

Tomorrow our day will begin early with a 7am departure time. We'll be riding from Lillooet to Whistler, 136km, starting with the steepest climb any of us have ever ridden. The uphill will continue for first 70 kilometres. From there we will have some huge descents and more uphills, but not as painfully steep or long. I'm nervous for tomorrow but excited about the challenge.

Today David is racing in Europe, there are so many times I wish I could be in two places at once. I look forward to seeing him again this Monday when he returns to Canada! He's been a huge help throughout this whole ride, helping me face the challenges head on all the way through.

I'll let you know who survives and how we survive the final day of the Tour!

Cheers,

K