Ridges, rails and rivers overnighter turned DNF

Mansfield

Early morning on Mansfield

Morning Walk

First ever attempt at bikepacking and without bikepacking gear. Wearing a heavy ass backpack while riding works but not ideal. What was less ideal was the weather on day 2. Day 1, the weather was perfect. I was wildly out of shape, but the day went well. A lot of day one was paved but almost deserted roads and beautiful scenery. Mix in a little single track and rail trail action towards the end. Camped at Ricker Pond State Park in one of their lean-tos 10/10 recommend. The loons sang me to sleep. Got back on the bike just after 7 am. The clouds looked angry, but it was still cool and dry. A few miles from the campground on the rail trail, the rain started. Gentle at first and then aggressive. The rain increased while the temp decreased. I made it to the town of Marshfield wet, cold, and crabbby. Found some hot chocolate and snacks. Mood did not improve. I only got colder. Finally, I found wifi to check the weather. Rain expected through 8pm. It wasn't even 9am. Spirits were low. Some kind lady offered me a ride back to my car in St. J. I accepted. We will save hypothermia for another day.

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Mary Frazier

Ridges, rails and rivers overnighter turned DNF

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Ridges, rails and rivers overnighter turned DNF

Ridges, rails and rivers overnighter turned DNF

Mansfield

Early morning on Mansfield

Morning Walk

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