“Learn to ride a bicycle. You will not regret it if you live.” –Mark Twain
- Date: Wednesday, June 22, 2022
- Weather: Beautiful with light winds and temps in the 60s to start rising steadily into the 90s and breezy.
- Starting Point: Hanksville, UT
- Departure Time: 0645 MST
- Miles: 57
- Moving Time: 3:03
- Total time: 3:12
- Overnight Location: Shady Acres RV Park, Green River, UT
Rejuvenated and refreshed by the moderate temps, calm winds, and the memories of yesterday’s gem of a ride, I set off to add more souvenirs to my recollection collection.
Simply stunning!
The climb out of Hansville was challenging. The infiniti roads and endless views were like a hand on my saddle pushing me forward. I don’t want to pat myself on the back. I had a pretty awesome ride.
At the top of the 20-mile climb out of Hanksville, I came on a scenic overlook with an added reward. Each small sign corresponded with a distant peak or rock feature off on the horizon. The picture doesn’t do it justice.
Staying ahead of nutrition and hydration was the play of the day on this challenging up and down route. The roads went on forever and I needed to, too!
So, you’re permitted to ride on the Interstate in Utah. I don’t highly recommend it. Especially when the wind is in your face as you’re trying to descend into town and the swirling cyclone of the truckers wake is dragging you all over the road.
Little by little, I’m getting there. I hope it is in time to traverse the Rockies!
The city of Green River has a lot to be proud of, but the “Green” river isn’t tops on my list. The Shady Acres RV park is nice.
About the DIRT Dad Fundo Pledge for Day Fourteen—Jessee Langhoff
Here is what Jesse had to say—”DIRT is one of the most positive online communities I’ve ever been a part of. I drifted away over the last year or so due to life circumstances, but I’m happy to be a part of the community and grateful that I am able to support its charitable efforts.”
Amount Raised to Date—$3,446
Thank you, Jessel!
Now off to Moab, UT!
To support Chris in his effort to raise awareness of The DIRT Dad Fund, the non-profit he created to assist members of the worldwide cycling community, check out this link to learn more.
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Semi-retired after more than 20 years as the owner and director of a private Orthopedic Physical Therapy practice, Chris now enjoys the freedom to dedicate himself to his passions—virtual cycling and writing.
Driven to give back to the sport that has enriched his life with countless experiences and relationships, he founded a non-profit organization, TheDIRTDadFund. In the summer of 2022, he rode 3,900 miles from San Francisco to his “Gain Cave” on Long Island, New York, raising support for his charity.
His passion for cycling shines through in his writing, which has been featured in prominent publications like Cycling Weekly, Cycling News, road.cc, Zwift Insider, Endurance.biz, and Bicycling. In 2024, he was on-site in Abu Dhabi, covering the first live, in-person UCI Cycling Esports World Championship.
His contributions to cycling esports have not gone unnoticed, with his work cited in multiple research papers exploring this evolving discipline. He sits alongside esteemed esports scientists as a member of the Virtual Sports Research Network and contributes to groundbreaking research exploring the new frontier of virtual physical sport. Chris co-hosts The Virtual Velo Podcast, too.
