Most of today was routine riding, so I’ll have the pictures tell most of the story. One fun moment occurred when I stopped for lunch at a Subway. The guy making my sandwich took an interest in my ride, which went something like:

Subway guy: You’re cycling to New Orleans? Really?
Steven: Yeah, it’s what I do for fun.
Subway guy: How far is that?
Steven: About 2,000 miles. Would you mind watching my bike while I used the bathroom? My bike is by the window in front.
Subway guy: Sure, but could you bring it inside? I might get busy helping people.

Two voices from a table behind us chimed in. “We’ll watch it.” And the guy standing behind me added, “I’ll watch it too.” I smiled after realizing that everybody in the Subways shop was watching my bike for me.

Here are some pictures.

My route for the day.

Crossing the Mighty Miss for the 1st time, at Coon Rapids Damn

Found my 1st MRT sign. the small print says “10 states 1 river.”

The 1 time I was up close and personal with the Mighty Miss.

Can you spot the MRT sign?

Can you spot the MRT sign?

Can you spot the MRT sign?

Can you spot the MRT sign?

The trail went through some nice woods in the Twin Cities.

Later on, the road got busier, although I was not on the MRT here.

A relaxing view of the River calmed me down after busy trafice.

I spent the nigh with my nephew Andy, his wife Mandee, and their kids, Alex, Aren, Ari. Thoroughly enjoyed them.