We awoke to some T4k alums cooking us banana pancakes and eggs for breakfast. Very delicious. We got on the road after an emotional ride dedication (where we go around a circle saying why we ride) and an unexpectedly emotional Rockies-Sierra separation. It was weird splitting into two groups. It, obviously halved the size of our group which has been logistically much better - even after one day.

We had a glorious tail wind today with awesome rest stops put on by Geoff and Scott. Not bad for a first day. During one 20 mile stretch I dont think Trent and I dropped below 22 mph. It got really hot for the last 20 miles and a few riders, particularly those not accustomed to the Texas heat, felt pretty bad. But we all made it. No worries. We also had a bunch of flats(Ivan 2, Mike 2, Evan 1, Stella 1,) which I suspect is because everyone was told to inflate to 120 psi. Oh well. We scored a lot of great donated meals today -DQ and BBQ. We also have actualy beds tonight. We're staying at Tarleton State University. Great place.

Ok I'm late for a team meeting. Gotta run.