Today's report from the team via telephone (albeit with a very choppy, weak cell signal) is that they rode a bit first thing in the morning, but thunderstorms and heavy rains forced them to pause for a couple of hours until the storms passed by. This was the first weather-related delay of the journey so far. After the rain passed, the team had a beautiful weather day with sunny skies and cooler temperatures. They made good progress, and stopped for the night only 100 miles or so from the eastern border of Ohio.
Road conditions continue to be hazardous with little or no shoulder. We all appreciate your continued prayers for their safety as they press on toward the finish.
The Blogmaster
Friday, June 22, 2007
June 22, 2007
The blogmaster has been on the road without internet access since Wednesday, but there is much to update you on....so here you go....
1. There was a nice group of UPSers and family to greet the C2C Team as they arrived in Indiana. We all agreed that the riders look OUTSTANDING and praised their continued perseverance and strength.
2. The show of support from UPS is greatly appreciated. We realize that day-to-day operations give UPSers plenty to occupy their time, so taking a day to drive to Frankfort, stand in a hot parking lot to shake hands and say "job well done" shows a tremendous amount of corporate integrity and support. This does not go unnoticed - we are very grateful!
3. The countdown is getting closer & closer. Arrival in Washington, DC is less than 400 miles away!! Way to go C2C (Coast to Coast) riders - we continue to be impressed with your stamina and commitment.
And now.....from the riders:
Wednesday, June 20, 2007 (From the C2C Team) -
Hello Indiana! Today we crossed into Indiana and finished in Frankfort. We are so close to home, but we still have a finish line to cross in our country's great capitol. We were met with a warm UPS reception which included: North Division Manager Mike Kovatch, North Business Managers-Jed Runnells, Teresa Duncan, Jim Boor, Chris Frieden, and Jamie Stapleton. Also present from the District Office were Brenda Baker and Tiffany Lines. Thank you very much, your presence and support are truly appreciated. Families of riders Gary Decker and Steve Hosinski made the journey to visit them (thanks Anita and Tressa) as well. Also - the team wants to send out a big thanks to Dick & Chris Watkins (Gary's cousins from Edwardsburg, MI) for making the trip and for donating a case of Gatorade & a big supply of mixed nuts. WOW! We can't thank you all enough for the support and the morale boost!
The roads have been nice through Hoosierland, but they will be short lived as we plan to cross into Ohio tomorrow. Again, thank you all for your endearing support as we continue our trek to the east coast. You will hear from us soon, take care.
Thursday, June 21, 2007 (From the C2C Team) -
Today we left Indiana as quickly as we entered. Our final stop after a 115 mile excursion was Piqua, Ohio. We rode extra miles today because the latest forecast is calling for thunderstorms tomorrow in the morning. This might actually be our first weather delay if the storm front moves in. We are also planning extra miles for tomorrow because we are feeling very good physically, but more importantly, mentally!
We will continue to keep everyone updated and for those of you who might know someone who has yet to visit our blog please direct them to: coasttocoastcharityrideblogspot.com. Take care everyone.
1. There was a nice group of UPSers and family to greet the C2C Team as they arrived in Indiana. We all agreed that the riders look OUTSTANDING and praised their continued perseverance and strength.
2. The show of support from UPS is greatly appreciated. We realize that day-to-day operations give UPSers plenty to occupy their time, so taking a day to drive to Frankfort, stand in a hot parking lot to shake hands and say "job well done" shows a tremendous amount of corporate integrity and support. This does not go unnoticed - we are very grateful!
3. The countdown is getting closer & closer. Arrival in Washington, DC is less than 400 miles away!! Way to go C2C (Coast to Coast) riders - we continue to be impressed with your stamina and commitment.
And now.....from the riders:
Wednesday, June 20, 2007 (From the C2C Team) -
Hello Indiana! Today we crossed into Indiana and finished in Frankfort. We are so close to home, but we still have a finish line to cross in our country's great capitol. We were met with a warm UPS reception which included: North Division Manager Mike Kovatch, North Business Managers-Jed Runnells, Teresa Duncan, Jim Boor, Chris Frieden, and Jamie Stapleton. Also present from the District Office were Brenda Baker and Tiffany Lines. Thank you very much, your presence and support are truly appreciated. Families of riders Gary Decker and Steve Hosinski made the journey to visit them (thanks Anita and Tressa) as well. Also - the team wants to send out a big thanks to Dick & Chris Watkins (Gary's cousins from Edwardsburg, MI) for making the trip and for donating a case of Gatorade & a big supply of mixed nuts. WOW! We can't thank you all enough for the support and the morale boost!
The roads have been nice through Hoosierland, but they will be short lived as we plan to cross into Ohio tomorrow. Again, thank you all for your endearing support as we continue our trek to the east coast. You will hear from us soon, take care.
Thursday, June 21, 2007 (From the C2C Team) -
Today we left Indiana as quickly as we entered. Our final stop after a 115 mile excursion was Piqua, Ohio. We rode extra miles today because the latest forecast is calling for thunderstorms tomorrow in the morning. This might actually be our first weather delay if the storm front moves in. We are also planning extra miles for tomorrow because we are feeling very good physically, but more importantly, mentally!
We will continue to keep everyone updated and for those of you who might know someone who has yet to visit our blog please direct them to: coasttocoastcharityrideblogspot.com. Take care everyone.
Tuesday, June 19, 2007
REMINDER ABOUT CHARITIES
Just a quick reminder for those still considering making a donation to the Coast To Coast Charity Ride...
The 3 charities benefiting from this ride are:
The United Way of Elkhart County (literacy programs)
Hannah's House (a home for pregnant girls that provides education, health care, and counseling)
The Family & Children's Center Campus School (funds will help establish a library for this special campus)
Each of these charities helps children - our future - in a different way. We are honored to support them through this ride. Thank you for the contributions you have already given and any donations you are still considering.
The 3 charities benefiting from this ride are:
The United Way of Elkhart County (literacy programs)
Hannah's House (a home for pregnant girls that provides education, health care, and counseling)
The Family & Children's Center Campus School (funds will help establish a library for this special campus)
Each of these charities helps children - our future - in a different way. We are honored to support them through this ride. Thank you for the contributions you have already given and any donations you are still considering.
June 19, 2007
Today we completed a nice stretch of flat farm land in the heart of Illinois from Macomb to Rantoul. Our next stop will be Frankfort, IN. Today, the weather was very kind with a northwest cool breeze, blue skies, and warm temperatures. We are pedaling away and continue focus in on our goal of reaching the east coast sometime next week. We continue to thank everyone for their support and dedication as well as all those who have commented on the blog, contacted us via e-mail, as well as the cell phone. Take care and we will see you folks who are visiting in Frankfort tomorrow.
The meeting place in Frankfort will be the Super 7 Motel just west of "metro" Frankfort, IN on Hwy. 28. Can't miss it - it's the only hotel. Looking forward to seeing any & all who can make it to support the team! From the blogmaster.
The meeting place in Frankfort will be the Super 7 Motel just west of "metro" Frankfort, IN on Hwy. 28. Can't miss it - it's the only hotel. Looking forward to seeing any & all who can make it to support the team! From the blogmaster.
Monday, June 18, 2007
June 18, 2007
Hello everyone. We just completed a 90 mile leg from Memphis, MO to McComb, IL. We ran into a little rain as we crossed briefly into Keokuk, IA and then crossed the mighty Mississippi into Illinois. The rain was actually refreshing. We plan to ride through Illinois tomorrow and stop in a little town just west of the Indiana state line. If the weather holds up we will end up in Frankfurt by Wednesday around 3:00-3:30 eastern time. Take care (take a look at the dead rattlesnake we came across-yuck!).
Sunday, June 17, 2007
June 17, 2007
HAPPY FATHER'S DAY - Albert, Steve, and Gary!!! We know you are spending Father's Day away from your families, and want you to know that we're all thinking of you today! Your kids are especially proud of you! From the Blogmaster...
NOW THIS FROM THE TEAM...
We concluded today in the big town of Memphis, MO on the hot and humid State Road 136. We actually came across the intersection of "O" and did not know which way to turn (as the pictures illustrate). Tomorrow we will continue our push and with good fortune we will cross into Illinois. Hello midwest and familiar territory. Destination tomorrow will be McComb, IL. Take care everyone and with good weather and no bicycle mechanical malfunctions we will be in Frankfort, IN on Wednesday evening.
P.S. Jim Boor, thanks for the water. We are going through a full case each day.
NOW THIS FROM THE TEAM...
We concluded today in the big town of Memphis, MO on the hot and humid State Road 136. We actually came across the intersection of "O" and did not know which way to turn (as the pictures illustrate). Tomorrow we will continue our push and with good fortune we will cross into Illinois. Hello midwest and familiar territory. Destination tomorrow will be McComb, IL. Take care everyone and with good weather and no bicycle mechanical malfunctions we will be in Frankfort, IN on Wednesday evening.
P.S. Jim Boor, thanks for the water. We are going through a full case each day.
Saturday, June 16, 2007
June 16, 2007
Greeetings from Bethany, Missouri - northeast of Kansas City, MO. Today, we said goodbye to the "Captain," Bob Fox, who went home. We are now down to 3 riders, but going strong. The blogmaster (Tressa) drove 8 hrs. to visit us here in Missouri & brought us some supplies to replenish our stock. Thanks to Jim Boor at the Elkhart UPS Center for 11 cases of bottled water. With temperatures in the high 80's/low 90's, we do need that water! The flatlands of Kansas have given way to a more hilly terrain in Missouri, so we are working for each mile.
Starting tomorrow, we will ride individually in 10-12 mile shifts - 3 shifts per man. We anticipate being able to cover around 100 miles per day for the duration of our trip. For those of you who haven't heard, we have changed our final destination for this ride. After closer analysis of the roads, we determined that there was a clearer path to ride into Washington, DC rather than NYC. So, we plan to finish in our nation's capital. The riders are pleased with this decision & the chance to see America's landmarks first-hand.
Starting tomorrow, we will ride individually in 10-12 mile shifts - 3 shifts per man. We anticipate being able to cover around 100 miles per day for the duration of our trip. For those of you who haven't heard, we have changed our final destination for this ride. After closer analysis of the roads, we determined that there was a clearer path to ride into Washington, DC rather than NYC. So, we plan to finish in our nation's capital. The riders are pleased with this decision & the chance to see America's landmarks first-hand.
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