McDonald's at the start had these HUGE decals filling their plate glass windows. Though I could have eaten one this big at the finish, actual serving size was a little smaller.
Fresh and perky at the start.
One of several climbs shortly after the start. This is on Thompson Mill road.
Good news! I snapped this photo specially for a superhuman friend who has disavowed added sugar. Kudos! This place is south of Bunn NC, on the "Bunn Bypass", Brantleytown Rd at Pearces Rd.
I bought this trike from the rider at a yard sale en route. Unfortunately, I have to drive back to pick it up.
The upstairs apartment provides a guaranteed cure for sleepwalking. This is just west of Black Creek.
The town of Black Creek was having a car show and some festivities today.
Checkpoint in Black Creek.
One day, I'd like to check out the Black Creek Historical Society. Web site: http://www.orgsites.com/nc/bchs/
I often forget to suppress the timestamp when I attempt an art photo. Oh well.
We rested at the gorgeous community park in Black Creek. Jayjay quoteth rando Dean by saying "I've had enough of this ride. I am turning back now."
News Flash!!! North Carolina is home to hills that block your view. The hills in other states are much more viewer-friendly.
First gratuitous stop on the return trip. We snarfed some food and stared at the creek in the next photo.
This creek had lots of water.
Checkpoint photo.
Tobacco in Repose. Woo hoo, I remembered to suppress the timestamp. This could be my next computer background image.
Fake rando smile at the finish. The manager remembered us from previous rides and asked if we wanted him to sign our cards. Impressive memory.
