I rode 72.2 miles from Mitchell, SD to Sioux Falls, SD. The
terrain was mostly flat. We saw fields of corn and soybeans.
We rode into the rising sun and a short stretch of thick fog
with very limited visibility. That was a little unnerving as we were not visible
to the fast moving motorized vehicles. But all went well and we rode out of the
fog pretty quickly. Today was another “rolling recovery” day. We were done
before 1 p.m. This is in preparation of 5 consecutive days of long rides.
In the evening, Randy, Janice and I walked to the FallsPark. The Falls of the Big Sioux River have been a focus of life in the region
throughout history. Native American people were the first to visit the falls
and bring stories of them to European explorers. They have been the center of
recreation and industry since the founding of the city in 1856.
At Falls Park, located at North Phillips Avenue and Falls
Park Drive, visitors can see the city's namesake as well as some of the first
buildings built in Sioux Falls.
Today the park covers 123 acres. An average of 7,400 gallons
of water drop 100 feet over the course of the Falls each second.
A five-story, 50 ft. viewing tower offers a breathtaking,
panoramic view of the park and city.
I have now been on the road for 23 days. No doubt I am
living the adventure that I had dreamed about. But I am missing home, family, friends,
work, colleagues, and patients. I am now on the second half of the journey
which should go by faster than the first half.
I encourage people to take up bicycling for fun and fitness.
There are some very enjoyable rides in Lewis County. Click here for a map of
these routes.
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