Tour de Lions 2008 Bike Ride Inline Skate Report

The weather couldn't have been better for the anniversary of my returning back to skating. The crowd at this event is always welcoming and friendly towards skaters, I was amazed at the number of people who couldn't believe a person could travel that many miles on skates.

The temp was in the mid 50's as everyone was scurrying around with the last minute details prior to riding out. I haven't heard the final number yet, but it seemed like there were well over 300 people there. I met Melinda in the parking lot going through her stretch routine. It was good to see a familiar face. I had gone to Tour de Lions intent on going the 10 miles, since this was the first day back on skates (after my surgery) in three weeks. Melinda and I skated the 20 last year and we decided to do the 20 again. I figured I could always SAG back to the church if it got to be too much.

Fred Lineberry and his crew had mapped out new routes for this year, a 10. 20. 40, and 75. I can't vouch for the other three but the 20 was very nice, and skater friendly. Only one gatorback and I wouldn't consider it one, but it was the worst road we skated on. It seems like they kept us in mind this year.

As usual the ride was well supported, with healthy snacks and drinks at the rest stops, plenty of people in SAG vehicles riding the routes, and the routes were well mapped out and well marked on the roads. A person could do this event without a hand map.

We got back to the church in close to 2 hours. Several of the bikers were already checked in. The folks at the church had lunch ready and there is always plenty to eat for everyone. The Lions club even had prizes for everyone that participated.

If you can work it into your schedule for next year, this is one event that is well worth participating in. Thanks to Fred Lineberry and his wife, Brenda Lineberry, and the rest of the Lions club for sponsoring a great ride.

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