I'm reading your story & trying to figure out where you were (e.g., 8-9% hill had to be Canyon Ranch - two big hills had to be Sunrise...etc.) I was supposed to be there but my stupid neck vertebrae and lack of discs in my neck causes my right arm, shoulder, etc. to go numb & hurt when I'm riding. I'm getting surgery this Thursday, though and plan to do Tour of the Tucson Mtns - although not at a lightening quick speed like you!!!

So, HUGE CONGRATS on your ride!!! What a gorgeous day, too!! I didn't know that Tour de Phx was only 70 miles - and probably all flat too...? You must be one heck-uv-a cyclist to finish in under 6 hours! My best is 7 hours.

I hate those river crossings. What a waste of time!

<Mumbling...I'm still jealous...>