We Made It To The Border!

After 1,901.6 miles of riding, we made it to the Mexico Border! This last day of riding seemed surreal, it was exciting, but at the same disapointing that it was coming to an end. The last day's ride started in Cardiff (Gillian's parents house, thanks Pam and Steve!) and as we rode our way through North County SD and eventually proper San Diego, the miles seemed to roll by a little slower than usual. Having gotten used to finding the rhythm of logging 50 mile days, this was an unexpected change. It must have been the anticipation of reaching the finish line. This was really it. This was the final ride of the trip.

Navigating the San Diego was a little tricky, which I remember as being a surprise. Being that we had just finished riding through Los Angeles, I didn't think San Diego would be very difficult. There were several route directions that we had to double check.

It was surreal to finally arrive. Lots of determination, emotion and beautiful vistas had finally come to an end.

As this new reality started to sink in, the thought of not getting to sleep under the stars was disappointing. This is one of the things I enjoyed the most. The connection you create with nature as you become in sync with her daily cycle, rising with the sun and sleeping with the moon.