I can see them. The mountains are amazing. I was hoping that we would be able to see the mountains for several days before we actually starting climbing them and my wish has come true.  We’ve been in Wyoming for several days now and we’ve been riding next to them the whole time.  Our altitude has remained pretty constant, at about 5000 feet, but tomorrow we’ll be up at 7000 and the next day we have our biggest climb, up to 9600 feet. 

Today we rode from Shoshoni, WY to Lander, WY, an easy, 50 mile day.  We are literally at the base of the mountains.  They are so close and I can’t wait to climb up into them.  Because we got in so early, we had time to explore the town all afternoon.  It was nice to walk around.  Towns around here have really cool outdoors shops, so I picked up a few souveniers.  We also checked out an awesome Native American art shops. I’ve really grown to love Native American art.  I love how earthy and geometric it is.  Some of the beaded work just amazes me. 

We’re staying in a home stay tonight, which is really cool.  I’m staying with seven other Bike & Builders at a home of one of the parishoners with the church that is hosting us.  They’re incredible.  Our host mom did a lot of cycling when she was younger, including the Alaskan Highway twice.  She really understands what we’re doing and it’s great to hear her stories about her travels.  They also have three little kids that are extremely outgoing, showing us all their tricks and toys.  Right now they’re waiting for me to help set off some fireworks in the backyard.  I’m going to go check that out right about now.  I’ll be sure write more about the climbs later!

Fireworks! Go!

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