Bonnie: Long hill to Yarnell, but so much better than yesterday
– thanks to my PI shorts and Ken's encouragement. Traded
some life stories with Bruce…helps us get through those miles.
Pelican Pub and Grub in Aguila – great desserts, especially the
famous peanut butter pie.

Martin: Seth and I had lunch at this wonderful plowed field two
miles past the junction where we were supposed to turn.

Sus: I broke the mold today. First one to hop in the van – I
did the last half - uphill – in the van!

Gail: Long hard climb, I did take a break to chase a beautiful
colored bug around trying to get a photo….never did.

Ken: Uh-oh – The dreaded Yarnell hill! After 55 miles of a gradual
uphill that was offset by tailwinds, we reach the 7% grade. 85
degree weather and great views made it worthwhile. The highlight of
the day? Peanut butter pie in Aguila. Watching Gail chase a bug to
shoot a picture was pretty funny, though.

Eric: I like getting to write my comments last, because I can make
corrections. To begin with, as tasty as that Pelican Pub & Grub
peanut butter pie was, it was so rich; I think it completely closed
two arteries. It was not something I should have eaten on a hot
biking day.

Secondly, it actually was Ken who was the first to get in the van,
but that was to go back down the highway, so I suppose that
shouldn't count.

And lastly, who in their right mind plans a seven mile steep climb
after a 55 mile ride across the hot desert? I'd like to kick his
butt. Oh, now I remember who did the routing, and his butt
definitely feels like it has been kicked.

But the good thing about small towns like Salome and Yarnell, is how
good and cheap the restaurants are. It almost makes the climb
worthwhile. When I arrived in Salome last night, the only
restaurant/bar was still open. Supper and beer came to $4.91 tax
included.