2019 Desert Camp - Tombstone to Willcox

We enjoyed a respite from yesterday's battering headwinds, with most of today's 71 mile route getting a "kick" from tailwinds.  It was chilly again at the start, and there was a little bit of moisture from last night's rain, but as the day progressed things warmed up with plenty of sunshine.

A couple of extended sections on the shoulder of Interstate 10, one of which had a long climb, added some variety.  Due to the wide shoulders, riding on the interstate is not as stressful or hair raising as might be expected.  The large semi trailers going by at 75 mph do not cause a problem, as the wind turbulence is concentrated behind the trailer, not to the side.  Anyone who has driven a small car behind a semi trailer can confirm this.

It is raining now, and more rain with thunderstorms is supposed to last until 11 am tomorrow.  The climb up to the Chiricahua Monument may be out, but at least the rain has knocked down the heavy dust storm of this afternoon.

Passed through the small community of Dragoon AZ

Scenery around Dragoon

Small farm outside Dragoon

Post ride bike cleanup at the motel in Willcox

Len has the only recumbent on this tour