Day 34 - Bayou La Batre, AL to Gulf Shores, AL: Short day brutal headwind
Sunday May 3, 2009, 42 miles (68 km) - Total so far: 2,519 miles (4,054 km)
Weather: Temperatures 70-84, partly cloudy skies, south winds at 20-25 mph.
The ride started with a view of a decorated fishing fleet in Bayou La Batre. Today was the annual "blessing of the fleet" day. As we turned south toward Dauphin Island, we encountered a fierce headwind, the likes of which we haven't seen since west Texas. Crossing the open expanse of Mobile Bay over to Dauphin Island was very difficult into the wind, but fortunately it was only 8 or 9 miles for the worst of it.We were joined today on the ride by Woody's daughter, Florrie. She is a strong rider like her dad. After crossing the ferry from Dauphin Island, we were joined by two riders from Tuscaloosa, Barbie and Tim. Larry, Pam, Woody, Florrie, and Bobby made the 1100 am ferry. Curt, Neil, and Vern had gone earlier on the 09:30 am ferry. Tom and I drove the van through Mobile to take Charles to the airport. Charles will be leaving the ride for 3 days on business. We will miss Charles. While waiting for the ferry, most of the riders toured around old Fort Gaines, built in 1821 as part of the US coastal defense system, much like Ft. Moultrie in Charleston. Tonight we are staying in Gulf Shores, AL.
Until tomorrow...
Uncle Barry, Flat Stanley, and Share Bear
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