Monday, August 13, 2012

New England Arrival

Day 0 is on! I put Jamie back together but had to make a trip to the bike doctors as she couldn't change gears - the dreaded but common bent derailleur issue. Luckily, the bike shop was able to fix it and she's ready to go.

Our ride jerseys are awesome - on the back it says "Ride Because - Zambia, Zimbabwe, Namibia, Botswana, Lesotho, South Africa and Swaziland". It's a good reminder of the global reach that Team Saint Mark is supporting via an AIDS vaccine.

The other jersey is a Burlington reminder with a cool barn. And check out my new socks!! As my friends know, I always try to find cool socks so the shark and fin fits me perfectly.

The group, like the AV200 and the ALC rides, wants to be part of a family. They call this their August family. I'm glad to be a part of it and hope some of my Saint Mark family will join next year. There's no doubt that this cause is one that really creates an emotional bond and the researchers we are trying to help feel that as well.

Off we go! The odometer starts at 660.2 miles!

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