Week 1: CA-NV

Every Sunday, we'll share updates on Pat's ride, including highlights from the week and his total mileage.

Total Mileage: 255 mi
Total Elevation: 17,143 ft
Flat Tires: 1

The first week was challenging. Rain after leaving San Francisco forced Pat into two motels, and heavy snow in the Tahoe region required him to find a different route over the mountains. He also got his first flat. He’s finally out of California and on a dirt portion of the Pony Express Trail in Nevada.

Highlight: A thrilling 10-mile descent from Spooner Summit in CA to Carson City, NV, hitting 25-35 mph. "I was giddy with tears in my eyes."
Lowlight: Heavy car traffic and no shoulder in Tahoe on the reroute to the Pony Express Trail

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This week, he ate:

• 2 blueberry scones

• 1 bag of dehydrated pineapple

• 2 giant veggie burritos

• 3 energy bars

• 1 bag of dehydrated mango

• 2 mandarin oranges

• 3 Mexican pastries

• 1.5 jars of peanut butter

• coconut milk butter bread

• Bin-bin rice crackers

• 1 veggie burger

• French fries (2 servings)

• Lentil and sausage soup

• 3 bags of potato chips

• 2 King-size Baby Ruth bars

• 1 can of refried beans

• 2 sesame seed bagels

• 2 yogurts

• 1 apple

• 1 medium sausage pizza

• 1 cup of pistachios

• 1 large protein cookie