Haystack 70

7:15 AM we picked up Pat to drive to the Millstream Brewery in the Amana Colonies. We met Craig and Matt and started riding at 8:00 AM. Our first stop was after two blocks at the Amana bakery. We then rode 37 mile of mainly gravel to Chelsea, Iowa. We stopped every five miles or less for Pat to add air to his rear tire. Also, we had about six water crossings in route to Chelsea. A great tailwind made the morning ride delightful! After lunch (Haystack Burgers*) and beers in Chelsea we took a more direct route of more pavement back to the Millstream brewery. The headwind made for some tough riding, but we reaped the rewards of cold brews at the end! 70 miles of fun with friends.
*A hamburger smothered with mozzarell and sauerkraut.Read more