Believe me, I didn't move a muscle once my head hit the pillow. Leo and I thought we would get an early start. It was sunny again, but early in the morning there was quite a nip in the air. What we didn't count on was that there would be a constant, strong head wind the entire day. We also learned that the wind in southern Alberta is very adaptable, as the course turn west, south, or east, the wind would adjust accordingly so it would always be square in your face.
Hills only go up.
Just as you are on your last breath, gasping for air, the wind will shift so you can deeply inhale the aroma of cow patties. The beautiful vista south-west of Olds. At the end of the ride, back in Airdrie, we were greeted by more volunteers and families cheering us over the finish line. The finish was celebrated with a BBQ, music, entertainment for the children and many, many more volunteer masseuses. All in all, we found it to be a rewarding, enjoyable experience to be able to help the MS Society and get out for a weekend in the country.