It is a ride that we have missed every year but were committed to go this year and I am glad we did.
Our Friends Rick and Linda Christensen sponsor the a support team that rides the bike route to offer assistance for distressed or lost bikers. We went Kickstands up on Friday afternoon to meet Rick and Linda and some of his Co workers at Qwest Steve Isaac and his wife in downtown Salt Lake City to ride up to Logan. It was fun as Staci got to ride her bike to work so she was “all that” with her friends.
It was a hot ride up and most of it was freeway but still good to get out on the bike with the first good weather in weeks.
We took a new route through Brigham city that I have never done and it was a blast. Small town Utah all the way.
We arrived in the late afternoon and had time to pick up some supplies and grab a bite before we gathered for the night to chat.
We were joined by Ricks brother Mike and his wife and Greg and Laura Norfelt who were also Harley riding buddies but had chosen to ride their road bikes in the rally.
The night before chilling.
Sometimes its the quiet evening gatherings that are the best part of the day. Have a few drinks and catch up stories with old friends. this one was no different and we stayed up late having great conversations.
The next morning the bikers were off at 7 AM and we left a few hours later.
Z Team (Zions Bank 8th year in riding the MS 150)
Joined by a few more of Ricks friends.
The ride is Cache Valley this time of year is breathtakingly beautiful and today was the perfect day to ride. Sun was out and the weather clear. With all the rains the valleys were green and lush. The smells of fresh-cut hay and springtime were our constant companions.
It’s always great to ride with Staci. She is a great Rider and my best friend.
Taking a photo break
We decided to take the top end of the course to get in the most miles. It took us up into Idaho and was not disappointing. One thing that we did learn is that the people who decide to do the 100 mile leg are not in need of much assistance. They are pretty determined and self-sufficient. Those that did have problems, brought what they needed to take care of it. Not much to do but enjoy the ride.
We did notice that a team from Wells Fargo Band was stopped by this semi and we took their picture and sent it to them. (sorry Greg we still like ZIONS BANK Better!)
We rode until late afternoon and then had to shove off.
I WILL do this again. It feels good to serve and be able to support a worthy cause. Great friends , great country, great ride.
Thanks Rick and Linda!
