The third day on the road is always an amazing one. You are weary, yet excited—sore, yet powerful. Your body has finally melded to your bike in one finely tuned unit—or it totally hasn't and each mile is a bit of a struggle. Regardless, you are surrounded by friends that you've either spent the last decade (or more) building a relationship with or new ones you've just met. One way or another, you are happy for the support, both emotional and physical. —Photos by Alan Barnett
