Hey folks! We're on day sixteen of the NY-RATS trip, and still going strong, barely...but we're loving it! During the last two weeks, we've had 30+ flats, a couple casualties, 7 broken spokes, and a few other daily obstacles, but it hasn't been enough to damper spirits. The craziness never ends as we all grow closer and get to know each other better. Camping is always a joy, but we never stop looking forward to the warm beds of the hostels. Sometimes when we don't have a planned campground, we try to find a comfortable place to phantom camp. One night we met a couple in Canandagua, Jon and Sarah, who invited us to camp in their backyard and use their shower. They even fed us ice cream and breakfast! It's amazing how warm hearts like theirs are willing to open their homes to tired bikers like us. Every day brings forth fun activities such as ice cream eating, swimming in any rivers or lakes we find, hunting for food stores to feed hungry bellies and going on local historical excursions. Only five more days, sure to bring tons of great memories and new challenges! We'll see you in the Big Apple! :)
