Went into the shop early this morning at 7:30 am to help Rob Leipheimer service these Great Divide rider's bikes. Rob had finished one of the bikes before I got to the shop. I serviced the Danish rider's (gentleman to the right) rear hub and cassette. Then they set out on their way to Jasper, Canada. These riders are typical of the folks of all ages who tour the Great Divide during the summer and come through Butte, Montana and stop for bike service and re-supply at the Outdoorsman where I wrench.
This photo just speaks volumes about why I love cycling so much. Riding a bicycle is the great equalizer. Here is a young American college student who met up with a retired Danish Chemist on the GDR in New Mexico and have been riding together ever since. And, they plan to finish the ride north to Jasper, Canada together. International relations at the finest level. Sharing a common dream and making friends along the way. Doesn't get any better than that.
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