Jesse Stevens - the 3^rd 100 mile day in a row – although I rode around the parking lot a few times to get the last ¾ of a mile. WE are now out of Washington and in Oregon. I tried to keep my pace slower today, but, that didn’t quite work the way I wanted. There were lots of hills, which I like, and some tail winds that helped too. I felt pretty good all day, except the last few miles. I was ready for the day to be done. We rode over a 2 long bridges today as we crossed the state border. One bride ended up being 4.2 miles long, with a steep climb at the end – I hated both of them. We had a 2 foot wide lane to ride in, with one lane of cars riding the same direction as us, and on the other side was a 250’ drop into the water (there was a rails, but it was below my shoulder height as I rode my bike). The second bridge was not as high, or long, but a lower rail, and more traffic. My fingers were numb by the time I got off the first bridge because I was holding the handlebars so tight. By the way, I don’t like heights either.

One a much happier note, the views of the WA inlets, bays, and coves, as we have been riding through along the water and in the mountains have been gorgeous. The landscape is like NH, and the hilly part of Pennsylvania, but add to that the waterways. Someday I will have to take my family up here for a trip. It is that good. Also the rural land and dairy farms (including the smells) in northern WA reminded me of growing up in Charlton, MA. Looking forward to seeing more sights.

Kimberly Mejerski – We have seen some different wildlife this trip, including a couple of Blue Herrons and 2 deers at the roadside were eating in someone’s yard.

Jeff Schwimer - Great day today. So far we made it through to Oregon. My favorite part of this ride today was crossing over a 4.2 mile long bridge, that extends from Washington to Oregon. I am looking forward to tomorrows ride.

Wes and Shirley Assink  - we are on a JOURNEY!!! A Challenge to feed 21 people, ooops 25 people, ooops 27 people for breakfast.  We made it the first day and with His Help the rest of the way.  It is awesome to see these people riding bikes for 100 miles a day. And they are smiling at the end of each day.

To the 6 J’s from the 2 J’s - your Hamma Hamma mamma is doing great.  We have been staying up late playing cards with Grandma and Grandpa.

Ron Thomas - we are waiting for you to come and join us in the back of the pack   We don’t need someone else to laugh at but you will definitely add to our good time.

Barkley Village Family Dentistry.  I have finished 3 days – 100 miles a day and I am still walking.  We have conquered the State of Washington and tonight we are across the 4 mile bridge at Astoria.  We are spoiled rotten in Mom and Dad’s motorhome.  Some are sleeping in tents.  They are 24 of us total with 16 bikers.  We have a two year old who rides part of the day and a dog who rides on Mary’s back.  Jan

Jody – I give thanks to God that I can be on this trip. It’s very hard and very stretching and very good. The ride was long but there was lots of beautiful scenery. I have many memories from our trip across country. I’m especially grateful for the opportunity to draft and ride with others today. I have ice on my knees as I write. I’m hoping this will help them. I’m sure your prayers will too.

Dave – Another 99 mile day with lots of sun and beautiful scenery. I was reminded of the beauty we recently saw in New Zealand and it made me think of our good friends down under who are praying for us. It was fun to cross the Columbia River and enter the state of Oregon today. We only have 2 states left and about 1400 miles to go.

Craig - The westerly approach towards the Pacific Coast provided a route of absolute beauty today.  Just 8 miles from our campsite we were pleased to cross the might Columbia River and enter Oregon.  It’s almost hard to believe we have completed 298 miles in 3 days.  The support crew is doing a wonderful job.  The greater number of riders this time requires more logistics as riders of different abilities naturally spreads our support crew out over several miles.  I want to thank Doug Haines at www.Americanwebdoctors.com for creating our website and posting our comments.