Two days ago we were in Blythe, 272 feet above sea level. We’ve climbed a lot since. Today was 60 miles from Wickenburg to Prescott, Arizona with 5656 feet of climbing. It was hard, but we were fortunate with clear skies and moderate temperatures. And it should be the hardest climbing day of the trip. With the elevation change we got some different topology and flora. The desert felt at times like I was in a Roadrunner cartoon where the same cactus keeps going by in the background again and again. Now we’re seeing more variety and enjoying the aroma of pine forests. Several flats today, 3 (!) for Chad and one for me.

We have several Brits on the tour. On the left is Peter, whose son is currently touring the US with his band, Malevolence.

Other random sights:

Tomorrow is a shorter trip, with a climb up Mingus Mountain on the way to Cottonwood, Arizona.