Layover days (as well as any time that you have from your arrival the night before) go by very quickly.
All it takes is: doing some laundry; locating a computer to update your blog and check email; eat; clean off your bike; wander around the community; more computer time; eat some ice cream; locate the local Starbucks or other well-known coffee house and test out their offerings; find a spot for dinner; check on your laundry, and ping! It's time to pack up for a swath of riding days.
I had a nice time in Missoula - my first time there. Visited the Adventure Cycling office with Rosie, Diana and Barb. Wonderful hospitality there. (For AC members - use of a computer, access to cold drinks and frozen ice cream bars). As is their custom, we had a Polaroid photo take of us, noting our names and length of journey. It was then posted on their visitor bulletin board, one of about 50 taken during the past few weeks.
We left AC to wander on down Higgins Avenue, across the river, to Missoula Bike Works, Rockin' Rudy's (a store similar to Archie McPhee's - a Seattle destination), and Big Dipper - for ice cream. I also managed to fit in a swim at the U of M pool. What a treat! My thighs were a bit achy afterwards, but I know that a few laps are good to include in layover days. The water feels soooo nice.
Rosie helped me upload some photos later in the afternoon. So you have her to thank for any visuals posted for the past few days.
Though it was sunny during most of the day, there were some very thunderstorm-type clouds that formed by evening. Nice to be sleeping inside. Need to get ready for a near-century tomorrow.
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Hi, Liz! Thanks for keeping us all updated with the blog. It's a joy to read. Glad to hear that you enjoyed your day in Missoula. It was my home for many years and I have very fond memories (including many hours and dollars spent at Rockin' Rudy's and Big Dipper.) Stay safe out there and I hope Montana, my home state, treats you well. -kenna
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