Sammyrides daily blog.....April 6, 2011

Today's ride started in Deridder, Louisiana and ended in Oberlin, Louisiana, 37 miles away.  But those 37 miles were up and down on constant hills and into a headwind which blew consistently at 20 mph with gusts of 30 mph.  And to top it all off, the roads were bumpy with all manner of tree limbs and pebbles, with rocks thrown in for good luck!  Needless to say, the riders were pretty tired by the time they got to Oberlin, a tiny little town, a sleepy hollow, nestled deep in the green Louisiana countryside.  There are roughly 1,000 souls residing in Oberlin and as is the case in many other small towns the riders have seen, the economy is struggling and many mainstreet stores have shut down.


Just Kidding About the Motel


Today's motel is a throwback to the 50's, with somewhat small rooms and limited facilities.  But the riders knew the route would take them into the heartland of the South, and the pleasant demeanor of the local folks more than make up for the spartan accommodations.
Tonight, the riders are going to attend a dinner which serves cajun foods and a delicacy which is called "crawfish".  Can't wait to hear all about that!!

Tomorrow, the riders will be proceeding to Washington, Louisiana where they will be hosted for a pot luck supper and a meet and greet by the Baptist Church.  
Until tomorrow, Michael, Adolf, Mike B. and John, send their love and best wishes to you all!
      From Lois