Providence Bridge Pedal 2014 - 10 Bridges by Faemike55

Photography • Transportation • posted on Aug 10, 2014

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today, I left the house with my friend at 0530 (barely sunrise) to go over to Portland for the 19th Annual Providence Bridge Pedal. the last two rides, I did the 8-bridge (24 miles), this year, however, I opted for the 10-bridge (36 miles). Sounds good right? a minor mistake in how the route was presented had a bunch of us repeating the 2nd and 3rd bridge, thereby adding an additional 8 miles to the ride. Doable if you're prepared, we weren't quite prepared but we still did it. In all, I averaged 12.01 miles an hour. this is very impressive when you realize the hills we rode to get to the bridges (anyone who's drove in Portland knows what I'm talking about. I'm now at home resting comfortably, listening to Sommeille by George Telemann. I will do the 10-bridge ride next year. thank you for your kind comments and faves and I wish you a great week. ps this is the shot of the start line for the 10-Bridge - we started at 0700.

Comments (43)

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mickeyrony

8:16PM | Sun, 10 August 2014

Surely a great day for all those cyclists Nice to you to present ity ((5++))

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wysiwig

8:23PM | Sun, 10 August 2014

Looks like you had a good turnout. Very classy end to the day. A 36 mile ride followed by Telemann.

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Radar_rad-dude

8:45PM | Sun, 10 August 2014

Wishing you a speedy recovery, Mike! Yes, I have driven around Portland a few years ago and can relate to the presence of 'hills'. LOL. At least you are keeping yourself healthy with all the biking you do! A most excellent photo, btw! Well done, Mike! I wish you many happy returns to the bridge pedal circuit!

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eekdog Online Now!

8:47PM | Sun, 10 August 2014

i might be able to pedal for three miles at very best. i smoke way too much. cool pic of the festivities my friend.. is there a streaker off on the right? everybody's looking that way..

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tetrasnake

8:54PM | Sun, 10 August 2014

Looks like a great outing! I hope you had fun! Fantastic Capture!

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KatesFriend

9:09PM | Sun, 10 August 2014

Well congratulations.

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GOLDILOCKSUK

9:17PM | Sun, 10 August 2014

Great photo they all look fit :) Cathy xoxoxo

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brycek

9:31PM | Sun, 10 August 2014

Cool shot, Mike!!

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magnus073

10:51PM | Sun, 10 August 2014

Wow Mike, you certainly have to be exhausted after such a long ride.

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bebopdlx

11:18PM | Sun, 10 August 2014

Cool that you did it.

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Bampster

12:11AM | Mon, 11 August 2014

Great photo, Mike and quite an accomplishment. Looks like quite the event. The photo gives me the impression of being right there like one of the spectators.Excellent!!!!!

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Wolfenshire Online Now!

12:16AM | Mon, 11 August 2014

Congratulations, it is no easy thing to do that many miles. Looks like you had fun though.

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jayfar

12:27AM | Mon, 11 August 2014

Sounds like 'a bridge too far' Mike but good on you for sticking at it and completing the course.

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Froggy

2:28AM | Mon, 11 August 2014

Well done Mike ... for going the extra 8 miles as well!!

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STEVIEUKWONDER

5:12AM | Mon, 11 August 2014

Very sensibly all wearing head gear too! The time you achieved is no doubt impressive Mike! Well done! Fancy swapping legs? Mine are weak "ish" at the moment! Steve ;)

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