Two steep climbs today, 2,315 feet of total climbing, 45.5 miles, 4 hrs:24 min ride time. Average speed 10.3 MPH, max speed 32.5 MPH.
With rested legs we made this climb out of Watkins Glen with no problem-o.
The bridge on HWY 414 crosses right over Hector Falls as it cascades 165 feet into Seneca Lake.
As they say in Hawaii: "The weather is beautiful, wish you were here."
First rest stop at mile 15 was the Wagner Winery and Brewery.
We enjoyed the last views of Seneca Lake from the outdoor patio. Lake view and Leg view. Now you know why the "pros" shave their legs.
After a nice downhill traveling east from Ovid to Cayuga Lake we arrive at the mile 30 rest stop at the Sheldrake Point Vineyard and Simply Red Bistro.
Enjoying the blue sky and Cayuga Lake.
After a 3 mile, 500 feet, leg-burning climb we were rewarded by Taughannock Falls - one of the highest falls east of the Rocky Mountains.
The tourist pose - one for the scrap book. Wish you were here.
Our first stop in Trumansburg was a stop at the local ice cream shop for a Texas Hot Dog and a double scoop of Mint Chocolate Chip - Yumm-o!
After some maneuvering through "T-burg" we checked into the Copper Beacon Inn. 
Laurel soon enjoyed the hospitality of Eileen and Gerry Collins. Fresh lemon-aid and ginger snap cookies in the "best room" was perfect after a long day in the saddle. Gerry also treated our tired legs by giving us a ride to and from the Trumansburg School so we could enjoy the Bar-B-Cue dinner with the rest of the riders.
There were many gardens surrounding the farmhouse, great for relaxing.
Or spend your hours watching a combine harvest wheat.
Or visit Eileen's Herb Shop - a special place where she packages all her organic specialties and conducts classes on cooking with herbs.
The Copper Beacon is 5 stars - no doubt!
1 comment:
Looks like a great ride.. Congrats on finishing!!
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