July 9th, Old Winchester Grade conquered

DeeDee and Mark leading the charge up the hill. 2000' elevation gain in 8 miles in 2 hours. Lowest gear, frequent stops. Magnificent views as we transition from rolling wheat, barley and hay to forest. Today's mileage 41.5. I, and I believe others, are pretty tuckered out. I would even dare to admit grumpy on my part, having struggled with shifters that don't work as smoothly as they did before their "tune up" last night.

We're in a beautiful forested campground on the shores of Winchester Lake, aptly named Winchester State Park.

~ Carol