Quadbuster + the Evil Twins - Day 3 and 4

My teammates have done a pretty good job of recapping the events of the last two days, but I wanted to share a few personal highlights.


Day 3 - The morning of Day 3 there is so much apprehension. All of the newbies, including those we know, are wanting to hit the road early and are nervous about all of the hype around Quadbuster.


Now, don't get me wrong quadbuster is BITCH, she comes up right after rest stop 1 and sneaks up on ya when u don't expect it. You round a corner and before you know it your legs begin to burn.


I was so proud at the top of that hill when Steph came up the last stretch. Team Phoenix waited at the top to cheer her on as she rolled to the top in tears of happiness.


This is the day we stop in Bradley for lunch. One of my most favorite memories is the happiness we bring to this "town that time forgot". Each year they host a BBQ and Bake Sale for us on ALC, the proceeds they make from this one day will fund their entire athletics and extra curriculat program for the year.


Rest stop 4 on Day 3 is gorgeous and always fun. We visit the Mission and watch as the crew put on a show. This year it was "price is Right" - all I can say is hilarious. I love those boys.


It is great to be reunited with the ALC Community and so many familar faces.


There were some nasty crosswinds throughout the day but there was an awesome tailwind all the way into camp in Paso Robles.


Special Day 3 shout out goes to my Tuesday Spinners. Hope Phil and Erica kicked your butt as much as Quadbuster burned mine ... Haha



Day 4 - It was a great day, BUT a long day.


We got a good start and met up with Steph at Rest Stop 1 before tackling the Evil Twins.


We successfully climbed the Twins and took our group and family photos at the Halfway to LA mark.


The rest of Day 4 did not prove to be as easy. We faced some strong winds and certain stretches seemed to go on forever. It is hard to not zone out on the long stretches through the country.™

Its the moments when you feel that you cannot go another pedal stroke that you see a supporter along the road that makes every moment of physical, emotional, and mental stress worth it.


As we climbed the rolling hills after Evil Twins a lone woman sat near her car cheering, "Thank you - you are Riding for Me." She is HIV Positive and an icon on the side of the road each year supporting our journey.


We finished the day strong, running a bit behind but made it in around 6:30pm.


Another 97 miles down the coast and we have safley arrived in Santa Maria.


Tomorrow is Red Dress Day (Day 5). Photos coming soon!


 67 miles and we will arrive at Lompoc.