Training Log Archive: glewis

Noah was very excited to return to Newlin Grist Mill. He was less excited to walk, but got the job done. Saw Kevin and Titus in the parking lot, so we chatted with them for a bit at the end.

Been itching to try to bikeraft the full East Branch Brandywine, but figured that the water would be too low for the rest of the summer. Yesterday's rainfall changed that, but it had actually fallen out of "acceptable" running range. Still, I figured that now would be better than any time for a while. So I loaded up the boat and rode out as directly as possible to the southwest corner of Marsh Creek.

TA to packraft and set onto the water with the bike. Water was a bit shallow in the creek in some places, but not much more so than when I paddled it last month. I think I did a poor job tightening the valve on the raft, because it was a tad bit soft until I retightened and refilled. I only made it to Ingram's Mill before I pulled out. Water was getting deeper, and I was moving well, but I needed to get home and I was nearly out of water.

Packed up and pedaled home. Fully exhausted, so thankfully it was a short ride.

An awesome trip! In order to make the fun run that I'm envisioning, I'll probably need a 6hr window of time int the future. And more water (for drinking and the boat).

Pouring all day so an evening ride at home, followed by my first shower in my bathroom!

Another ride with Noah around the church parking lot over and over and over...

First ride in weeks. Hot and humid, and I felt it. Also, I never fixed my broken spoke...