As the ride has progressed, i feel we have all learned a lot of new things. Things like: Beer is acceptable payment for bicycle service. Always double check your cues. Always have the iphone charged. Eat everything you can get your hands on. Always double check your cues. Drink lots of water. Dont run a triple bottom bracket with a double crank. and if you have the chance bring this guy http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=5eCdIe0wdvU

since this is my first real blog entry I feel the need to hand out some thank yous. First and for most i want to thank my family especially my Mom and Dad for being so supportive through this trip. Another set of thank yous to everyone we have encountered on the road that have donated to our cause. This trip so far has been amazing. we are all getting to see so much of the country and make such an impact on all the people we meet.