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It’s entirely possible to describe today’s ragbrai ride in the following words: headwinds, hot, sun (yes, JJ, I did wear sunscreen - I did get a little dark though), TONS of people, sweat and grime. That’s pretty much it. 
We rode a little over 75 miles today starting in Rock Rapids and ending up in Spencer (where I’m at right now). Lunch in Melvin, two frozen snickers bars in Hartley, a LOT of water (which led to a couple trips to a corn field - a common experience around here.) They say you should drink exactly enough water to keep yourself hydrated without “going” so often, I’d rather overdo the water, so that’s my plan.
Showering made communal showers in college look private. $3 bought a satisfying tepid shower in a cow barn at the fairgrounds. Hundreds of people ushered into a yard, drop your drawers, take your towel, walk through, hurry up. Oh well, it felt good anyhow. I’m slightly less “grimy” although starting to sport a right-proper “farmer tan.”
Tonight has fireworks (I think) and a handful of bands. I think I’m going to bed early!
Grace and Peace,
`tim
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