Sunday, May 26, 2024 · Idaho

Day 8: Burley to Idaho Falls, Idaho

Distance
128.7 mi207 km
Climbing
2,241 ft683 m
Moving time
8h 39m
On the road
10h 43mStops included
Average speed
14.9 mph24.0 km/h
Highest point
4,717 ft1,438 m
Calories
4,037
So far
805 miof 3,265
The day on Strava →
AstoriaWashington, D.C.
BurleyElevation from 1,263 m to 1,438 mIdaho Falls, Idaho

Isn’t it crazy how something as tiny as a shard can completely derail your day? Had a flat tire because of a little piece of metal on the worst possible climb. The frustration, the sadness, and the anger all bubbled up as I struggled to fix it. It’s a reminder of how small things can sometimes bring out the worst in us. Here’s to hoping the rest of the day goes smoother!

Idaho Falls bound. 78 mi in the bag so far.

The shard.

What a day! After my first flat tire, I ended up with two more. To top it off, while riding, someone threw their fountain drink at me—thankfully, it barely missed. It was definitely a rollercoaster of emotions, but there were bright spots too. Hailey at the Buffalo Wild Wings restaurant totally made my day with her kindness and positivity. Sometimes, it’s the little acts of kindness and love that keep us going.

Just got to stay positive and remember: one day at a time, and this too shall pass!

Thanks for all the kind words and support! You guys rock.

From Hailey at Buffalo Wild Wings.