My Ride of a Lifetime, The Baja Divide

[Crankin]

Wonderful write up, and yes, you established from the beginning to not exceed your limits. I know it's all about proving how much you do and how you can push yourself, but listening to that inner voice is a real "thing." Baja is beautiful and you saw more than most people ever will. When you are worried about safety, not from other people, but from dehydration, hunger, or even getting sleep, it's not fun and certainly not an endurance contest. I often read things about people running endurance races, where they seem to be bragging about spending hours puking and wracked with stomach cramps. I see these as warning signs, not as fun. So, I think you are correct, one rarely sees the negative written about trips such as yours. I'm glad you had the sense to listen to your brain and gut and still have an incredible experience.

[Sky King]

Thanks, i agree. We know some people in their late 60's who had to switch to electric assit because they destroyed their hearts doing endurance.

[north woods gal]

OMG, you did it! What an adventure! What memories you'll always have. You lived a dream for me. Thank you so much for sharing. Have tp go back and read that, again. Thank-you. Be back with some questions.