It was an earlier start on an overcast Thursday morning in Kerrville, TX. The mission today was to get to Austin as quick as possible. I planned that we could be there before lunch as it was only sixty odd miles. The reason was to visit Lance Armstrong's bike store - Mellow Johnnys which said quick enough sounds like Maillot Jaunne (yellow jersey).
The route took us through Fredericksburg which was very German not just in name but buildings and road names, even had a bier keller in town. They also produced their own wine and it was reffered to as Tuscany in Texas? (American)
Going was good and I had the assistance of a nice tailwind, however as we got to Austin city limits the 290 went from a 2 to 4 lane freeway at this point Caro escorted me through town to Mellow Johnny's. Situated in town the place had such a rustic feel and very laid back.
The store is more than just that it is a centre with cafe, bike fitness centre and showers and changing rooms for people like me making a pilgramige to the great mans place. I spent 30 mins dreaming of what I could have then bought a few bits and peices. Just for the record my bike was as much in dollars as i paid sterling!
After getting out of Austin it was onward to Bastrop, progress was good and a few miles were to be stolen from tomorrows stage, must be the inspiration you get from a great man as well as our own motivations.
Finally got in at 6 after a really good day, the only down side was a quick fire 2 punctures, Caro was there on the end of the radio to get my spares. The Sheriff even pulled over to check everything was OK - seriously the people are all so helpful, they maybe packing but manners maketh man:-)
Lessons learnt today:
UK is so expensive
The roads require nets along the side to stop turtles crossing
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