On Sunday August 12 at 7:30 PM CDT, Team Roche crossed the line at Rock Raids, IA to complete a major milestone, crossing the entire Western US from Florence OR to Bellevue, IA. They are on the banks of the mighty Mississippi.
On the road since June 4, the team has covered over 2,200 miles and 6 states. We truly persevered in making it to the Mississippi. “If it wasn’t for us, Dad would have quit in Oregon. We had to kick him in the butt constantly” said Josh. Matt chimed in with “We have been extremely patient with the old guy. I have never heard a grown man complain so much in my entire life”.
Joe was unavailable for comment as he was unable to be awakened, although still breathing. The team agreed to let him take the next two days off to heal. They will cross the bridge into Illinois on Wednesday and the pace picks up. “Since RAGBRAI, we have been able to cover more than 800 miles. We won’t be pushing the old man quite that hard over the homestretch, but I don’t see why we can’t do an average of 65 per day, even at his age. After all, we have to get to Ohio soon to see more ballgames and maybe an Ohio State football game”, said Josh.
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Joe, glad to hear that you have completed the route from Oregon to the Mississippi River. That is quite an accomplishment. Good luck with the rest of your trip. I am enjoying reading the blogs as you continue your ride. May you enjoy a tail wind for the remainder of your ride.
Take care, Bob Loch
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