6/7/16 Freeport, ME to Rockport, ME 70 miles 4,154 ft of climb rain

We reluctantly left the hotel in Freeport today.  It was a wonderful rest day and the accommodations were elegant.  The ride today was long with many hills.  Rain was predicted but it was not constant. It was a beautiful ride!

Freeport, Maine Rest Day 0 miles

Spent the day exploring the downtown Freeport businesses.  Only two blocks away it is distinguished by the fact that many businesses look like houses with small signs.  L.L.Bean is there and takes up many large buildings, each with their own specialty, and well as their warehouse for internet orders.

Of course the day included bike/gear cleaning.  Kathleen and I found a nice Thai restaurant for a late lunch.

Tomorrow will be a challenging day...65 miles and 4,000 ft of climb.

6/5/16 Kennebunk, ME to Freeport, ME 62 miles 2,600 ft of climb

6/4/16 Amesbury, MA to Kennebunk, ME 55 miles 1,600 ft of climb

Our 55 miles today where easier with only 1,600 ft of climb.  There was a lot to see including the Atlantic Ocean.  For those of us who joined the ride in Alexandria, VA it was the first time.  We have finally entered Maine!  There are only four days of riding left, one tomorrow, a rest day and then the last three into Bar Harbor. Tomorrow we are heading inland which means more hill climbing 2,600 ft to be exact.  And the weather forecast is for rain and temps in the high 50's.

 Suzanne