Day 1 - SF to Cow Palace (82 miles)

Hello!

The PG&E Power Pedalers have arrived safe and sound in Santa Cruz.  Thank you to all our donors!!!! The event raised a record breaking $16+ Million this year!

Today's route was 82 miles of fog, artichoke fields, dramatic coastal views and a few hearty hills to climb!

Here are some photos from the day:

We started with Opening Ceremonies at Cow Palace with 2400 riders and 600 Roadie volunteers.

And quickly met lines for food, lines for water, lines for porta-potties... a good way to make new friends! 

Teamwork!  Joel's first flat, Chris assisting.

Later, traded my bike in at Rest Stop 2 for a faster mode of transportation.

Nic and Dave (Team Dad and traffic safety at the Lunch Stop)!

Riders and Jan, Team Mom and PJ Party Lunch Roadie.

Chris' new talent

Nic, and his selfie with the Lighthouse.

Made it to camp for...(like I said)... lines for showers, lines for sports med, lines for coffee....

Good night!  -_-