Cyclebration Success

Rainbow Cycling riders, friends, and family took part in Rainbow Cycling's First End of Summer Cyclebration on August the 22nd. As 8 a.m. on Sunday morning rolled around and a few late starts thanks (or no thanks?) to alarm clocks, riders faced the option of a 40 mile or 90 mile route. Final count: four cyclists took on the 90 mile and six chose the 40 mile route.

The planned route around Lake Monroe was tackled by Carrie, Job, and Torrey as well as Don Byrd (Torrey's father), Charlie Sinex, and Linda Sinex (Coach Jacob's parents). Although there were a few wrong turns, making the ride a little longer than 40 miles, the cyclists enjoyed the ride where they were able to build their relationship and support each other along the way.

Coach Jacob along with Rachell Morley, Michael Glasgow and Bob Bley (friends of Rainbow Cycling) completed the Nashville 90. Beginning on 446, traveling down 58 and 135, the cyclists took a much needed break in Freetown and enjoyed the hospitality of the (thankfully) open local grocer. Water bottles refilled, sandwiches in stomach, and ready to go, the riders continued on 135 toward Brown County State Park. Through the park, tough hills were climbed and the effort was rewarded with a delicious lunch at the Big Woods brewery in Nashville. From Nashville, the route was modified to avoid traffic. Leaving Helmsburg, the riders rode Owl Ridge and took Laman Road to 45. After 45, the route was completed on Mt Gelead and 446.

After naps and showers, riders and friends met at the Sinex family home to enjoy a cook out and relaxation following a tough day of riding. Former Coach Barry attended and announced an opportunity for the team to advertise at an IU event later in the week. Delicious food and good company was enjoyed by all.