Daily Archives: July 18, 2009

It’s a wrap ~ Mr. Giraldo stops for Day43 Reply

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SPOT [Password="Student"] takes us from Sargents to its stop at 5:45 p.m. MDT some 9.8 miles from Cotopaxi, Colorado. To my knowledge Cotopaxi was today’s target. He rode just over 46 miles.  Of course I/we do not know why he stopped here at the time he did. There is nothing new at his website. If Pueblo, Colorado is the next target, it is about 82 miles away. Canyon City, west of Pueblo is about 44 miles away. We will see tomorrow—Day44.

We trust that all is well and wish Mr. Giraldo the best. Great ride today. Thanks!

They’re off ~ Day43 of Mr. Giraldo’s Tour of Discovery 3

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They—Mr. Giraldo & Mr. ColoradoDennis.

You know Mr. G and you were introduced yesterday CD. You know Destiny—Mr. G’s steed and you have seen CD’s Catrike Road in the picture I published of him. Now, here they are both in the same frame [well almost]. Actual roll time was about 7:24 a.m. MDT.

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Summit achieved @ 11:17 a.m. or about 4 hours after roll-out. Congratulations to the two climbers. I’m hoping to post more pictures soon. So, please stay tuned.

I have EXCLUSIVE coverage of the event. See pictures and likely videos here at my Cycling Experiences Blog.

Thanks to my contributor ~ Mr. ColoradoDennis and to the Mrs. for the picture of CD and the little tidbits!

Thanks Guys!!!

Jim

ColoradoDennis meets Mr. Giraldo 6

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Well, they have talked and coordinated the ride. Soon, it will be time to "head on up the road." For Mr. Giraldo, it is Day43 on his trek to Jamestown, Virginia and then on to Weston, Florida. For Mr. ColoradoDennis, It is the opportunity to share a few miles with a fellow cyclist as he transits his state and enjoy the camaraderie of the occasion.  We trust that both riders will have a great ride, albeit, brief.
 
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Mr. Giraldo’s Day42 Picture upload & msg Reply

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July 17, 2009

Dear Reader:

Tour of Discovery - Day 42 014 Tomorrow is a big climb. Upon reaching Monarch Pass at 11, 312-feet I will be crossing the Continental Divide. Mr. Colorado Dennis, a member of BROL (‘BentRider Online) will be joining me on the ride up the mountain. Once over the summit, I have just one more climb and then… The Great Plains!!!

New photography has been uploaded: Check it out at:

- July 17 – Day 42 – Sapinero, CO to Sargents, CO

As always, thank you for your  prayers, generous comments, financial support, and words of encouragement.

Sincere regards,

Rafael Giraldo

Thanks for the 336 pictures. The best with your ride today, Saturday, 07/18.