Last workout before LEJOG

So today was my last spin class before I start LEJOG. Felt great and especially happy that my extended hamstring muscle has fully healed. I also quit coffee last week and feel so much better for it. 

I dropped my bike off at the Bike Rack today. They'll give the bike a tune-up, put on new tires and brake pads, clean and oil the chain and then break the bike down so that it fits into the carrying case. I'm hoping the fenders and racks will fit also. If not, I will have to put them in my suitcase. I' m planning to pre-pack my panniers with my gear and then put the panniers in my suitcase. The airline allows 50lb for the suitcase and 70lb for the bike and it's case. Trying to tie up all the loose ends and preparations before I leave, so that Tamar does not have too many things to worry about while I' m gone. Everyone I run into has been so supportive of my journey and intrigued by all that is necessary to prepare for a ride such as this. One of the things most people don't realize is that I'll be climbing almost 17,000 feet above sea level (higher than Mt. Everest) over the fourteen days. Luckily I'll also be going downhill that same distance also. Look forward to seeing some of you at the Bon Voyage Party Wednesday night. 89 percent of my Fundraising goal to date. Hope Wednesday night makes it 100 percent. Thanks so much to all that have donated or pledged to date. You're all awesome!