I had the chance to do laundry yesterday and took it. Wow, I felt like a king. I've been hand washing my clothes but they only get half clean and mostly dry.

Maybe beer is a symbol for something greater than a tasty beverage to quench my thirst after nine hours on a bike. All will become clear in time. I hope...

Planning on a shorter ride for Day 10. Most likely it will conclude at the first store that's open and sells beer!

If as Ben Franklin said, "Beer is proof that God loves us and wants use to be happy," then why can't I get a cold beer? Fourth night in a row without beer!

Day 9 recap: Began in KY and ended in Cave In Rock, IL. It was a determined 136 miles ride as I was ready for a new state.

Oh how I love an Ohio River boat ride! Goodbye Ol' Kentucky, hello the Land of Lincoln!

How is it that people can smoke in restaurants but I can't get a cold beer? I had to self-edit my response. I don't want any bad juju the last 53 miles!