In June, Jerry joined a team of 3 riders and entered a 24 hour bike race.....in 100 degree weather.....the race was from 10am-10am. The boys and I came to visit around noon, but only stayed for about an hour....100 degree weather.
That night, we returned to find that one team member had dropped out of the race from heat exhaustion. Now it was down to 2 to take turns riding....with 12 hours still to go! The boys and I hung around for a few hours and visited with Jerry between turns.
By 3am the other team member had fallen asleep during his break, and was "out cold" as Jerry put it. Common sense prevailed, and Jerry realized he alone could not keep up with the other team of 4 riders. Reluctantly he notified the officials, and settled in for some much needed rest. In the end, Jerry was pleased with his performance and endurance during the race. Don't be mistaken.....there will be a next year, folks!
In June, Jerry joined a team of 3 riders and entered a 24 hour bike race.....in 100 degree weather.....the race was from 10am-10am. The boys and I came to visit around noon, but only stayed for about an hour....100 degree weather.
That night, we returned to find that one team member had dropped out of the race from heat exhaustion. Now it was down to 2 to take turns riding....with 12 hours still to go! The boys and I hung around for a few hours and visited with Jerry between turns.
By 3am the other team member had fallen asleep during his break, and was "out cold" as Jerry put it. Common sense prevailed, and Jerry realized he alone could not keep up with the other team of 4 riders. Reluctantly he notified the officials, and settled in for some much needed rest. In the end, Jerry was pleased with his performance and endurance during the race. Don't be mistaken.....there will be a next year, folks!
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Hey Jerry can't wait to hear about your next ride! I know it can only get better! Miss you lots Love MOM
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