I-H80.

Wisconsin is fine, after all you're only spending a buck and change before crossing the Mississippi. Iowa is more scenic than one would think regardless of the sub par rest stops and hard to get to gas pumps however, I wouldn't recommend passing the time in Nebraska unless you're sitting in an airport or prison.

Averaging 85 and stopping only for petro the view of mountains came in a full working day. I'd make the trip tomorrow knowing now what the weather had in store. The drive over the flight is a must as there's something to be said for the intimacy of the trip. Witnessing the route on your way to the destination is half the journey.

We went with intentions of friendship and breathing the thin mountain air both of which fell into our lap. I practiced my bike nearly everyday and while we arrived in snow I managed to find the biker tan by mid week. We explored, drank, ate, conversed, explored some more, and danced on a night that few of us understood.

This was exactly what Amanda and I needed during the monotonous Wisconsin snowfall. We can't thank our hosts enough for the grand Boulder tour. Witnessing the Pros Closet in action as they quickly grow out of their current location left me with delusions of grandeur. By-standing while someone is becoming part of a dream whether they know it or not is both inspirational and motivational. Having an oversized mountain truck pull over in front of you while pedaling down a busy road imagining how your going to make it out alive only to be greeted by an old friend, attaching endless faces with names, or spending quality time together can briefly define this journey.

I need to get out more.

I'm back to my exciting life in Madison and as "always" am greeted with the fresh flakes I have come to love. Tons of goodness to attend to including a bag full of projects in the barrel. Throw some props Marko's way for the stellar news or hi five James for smoking the MMI7 last week. Great job brohams!

Comments

[Jamie E.]

Bar pic look like Jaunitas? "Praise the Lard!"

[Johnny]

I hated driving all the way across Nebraska to visit family when I was a kid, but now that I can pick my company and my destination, that drive isn't as much as a soul crusher. Loud music and a two beer buzz doesn't really hurt either.

[EXPO]

Yup. James is an untouchable. I remember hearing 14 of the last 16 alleycats have been his.

[Snob]

80 only shows you the worst part of Nebraska. Open invitation. Come down and will show you the good stuff.