USNA 1973 Ride-2-Remember

Day 19, 22 August: Rexburg to Victor, ID

Almost to the Continental Divide as we spent the whole day today riding toward and looking at the Tetons. We were very fortunate to get out of Rexburg, Idaho (4100 ft) and into Victor, Idaho (6000 ft) before the rains came. Tomorrow we expect to be in Wyoming and log the attainment of our first thousand miles. The day after, we get over the Continental Divide.

We were treated very special today as we received a warm welcome in Victor. The owner of the Give’r Company, a manufacturer of high quality gloves and outerwear, invited us to his shop and presented us with personalized gloves and hoodies. He believes in what the USNA 1973 Ride-2-Remember team is doing and was delighted that we came through his town. These gifts are special to us because they come from the heart.

According to the weather forecast for tomorrow, the clouds should be disappearing and the sun will be shining with a more favorable wind. We hope the forecast is accurate this time. During dinner, we saluted classmate James Radney. So saddened to lose such a talented man at such a young age.

Tom Tesoriero