Short, Easy Day

Yesterday I rode from Elkton, MD to Wilmington, DE. A measly 16 miles. I slept in and then had some breakfast with Steffi, the friend of the guy I was couchsurfing with. We went out to IHOP. It was delicious. Afterwards I took my time getting ready and left a little later in the afternoon. I quickly crossed the DE border. Here is the welcome sign.

Shortly after passing that sign, I came across this one. I actually passed it at first, but went back because I was impressed by the "Bicycle Friendly Community" sign.

It was a nice ride through Newark. There was a nice paved trail that basically went around downtown and through part of the campus of University of Delaware. It was a nice campus, and definitely bike friendly. After getting through Newark, I traveled mostly on one road to get to Wilmington. Once I was close, I came to a big bridge that didn't seem to safe. Again there were no shoulders. My directions sent me on some strange side streets that took me under it. This is what I ended up having to cross. I'm getting used to hauling my bike and trailer through crazy off road trails and obstacles.

After only about an hour and a half ride I was at my destination in Wilmington. Again I couchsurfed and was hosted by Lunar and Andrew. They were great hosts and we watched some interesting films and had some good conversation during the evening.

Today I ride up to Philly where I'll be staying with a friend from Outward Bound. It's only about 30 miles. It's my first time in the city so I'm going to take a little time there. I'm going to take Sunday as a rest day, then continue on Monday. I only have two nights, three rides, and roughly 130 miles after that and I'll be at my destination. I'm looking forward to seeing my family and enjoying the Thanksgiving FEAST.