Eight miles from the start, we got on the shoulder of I-80 for almost 30 miles. This stretch featured a couple of very long grades as well as long fast descents. The shoulder was in good condition although a couple of riders did get flat tires.
Once we left I-80 at Evanston WY, we spent a good amount of time on WY 89 before crossing the state line back into Utah. The highway changes to UT 16 at that point. The scenery was mostly rolling ranch land, and the road was good with only moderate traffic. The big attraction of today was Bear Lake, which covers an area over 100 square miles in southeast Idaho and northeast Utah. Our route took us several miles along the western side of this freshwater lake. No doubt traffic would have been much heavier on a weekend, but for Wednesday it was not too bad.
The final rest stop at 113 miles was right next to an ice cream shop. PAC Tour paid for a treat (each rider's choice), which was much appreciated and gave a good boost for the last 17 miles to the motel.
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| Typical terrain in the northeast area of Utah |
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| Runaway truck ramp along a 7% descent of UT 30. |
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| Bear Lake |
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| Bear Lake |
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| Bear Lake |
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| We passed this touring cyclist while riding near Bear Lake |
Wow Bob! I’ve been catching up on your ride. Sounds extremely tough with lovely views. Glad Deane is providing aid along the way. Love all the pictures of breathtaking sights.
ReplyDeleteAs all have said, stay safe.
Welcome to Idaho, Bob! You have come a long way and your pictures attest to going through some of the most scenic parts of America! Thanks for all your posting! Stay strong and courageous! Praying for you.
ReplyDeleteThe scenery is so different .. gorgeous sky over Bear Lake.
ReplyDeleteLooked like the paving truck people enjoyed a break, however brief, to see y'all pass!
Hot weather continues here; doubt rain would help except make it humid,
Peggy
- will see what the "weather dart-board" shows for the day -