Day 17 Bismarck to Jamestown North Dakota.

 Another big chunk of North Dakota is behind me. Near perfect conditions from start to finish. 103 miles of a mix of rural and interstate roadways. 50 degrees at the start, 75 degrees at the finish. The northern winds are still doing there part as well. 

Random rock pile.

Rural county highway 

Following the grasses 

Does anyone remember this place. 

Day 16 Dickinson to Bismarck North Dakota.

 Another very smooth and wind aided ride. I almost feel like I am cheating a little by taking advantage of the strong western wind catapulting me to complete a full century ride in 6.5 hours. Although I only need to think back to 2024 when I cycled the southern tier through Arizona with 30 mph  head winds and 110 degree heat to have it all even out. Yes indeed. 

Light on the photos as I was racing to the finish before the thunderstorm. 

Day 15 Glendive Montana to Dickinson north Dakota.

 Montana is finally in the rear view mirror. 5 full days and 2 partial days of mostly wind assisted riding. The scenery hasn't changed much as i crossed the state line. Perhaps a little greener, more agriculture and less live stock. 3 solid days in north Dakota. Hopefully the winds remain in my favor. Making very good progress. I continue to take full advantage of a strong westerly wind.

Fast speed limits 

Keep on trucking down the road. 

Next state line. 

Day 14 Jordan to Glendive

 A scheduled 118 ride shortened to 100 due to a major reconstruction project along today's route. The road surface was completely gone leaving only stone and dirt. Luckily before I got no more than a mile into the mess I stopped at a rest area hoping to grab a ride with someone in a pickup.  Not 10 minutes in a contractor pulled up offering me a ride through the construction. 

My taxi 

My guardian angel. 

Day 13 Winnett to Jordan Montana

 77 miles of smooth pavement on a picture perfect cycling day. 50 degrees to start, 75 degrees to finish. Wind added ride always adds to the enjoyment. Going to push the daily mileage up a little in the next couple of days to make good use of favorable weather and wind. 

Big foot country 

Wide open. 

Day 12 Hobson to Winnett.

 More like a roller coaster ride than a true bicycle ride. The cycling gods were definitely on my side today. A strong steady north westerly wind propelled me to my final destination of 78 miles in a little more than 5 hours. And I hardly needed to pedal. Let's hope the winds hold in there direction. 2 more full days in Montana then on to north Dakota. 

Fresh finely grooved asphalt courtesy of the Montana department of transportation. 

Day 11 Great Falls to Hobson Mo.

Curious onlookers. 

  82 miles of intermittent cross and head winds. Wide open surroundings with wheat fields and cattle grazing. No rain today. I am overnighting in the tiny town of Hobson Montana, population 187. Having dinner at this super cool old western tavern, the tall boys tavern. Early start tomorrow, rain possible in the 

Rules at the restaurant