Day 46: Tuesday, 4/21/15 DeFuniak Springs, FL (54º at 6:00 am with dew point of 49º) to Marianna, FL (73º at 2:00 pm with a dew point of 48º) 70 miles, elevation changes: +1393/-1525.

Theme for the day: Glorious weather! The cold front came through last night taking out the humidity.  It was an exceptional day to ride with the dew point in the high 40’s. Moisture actually evaporated off our body. That hasn't really happened since we were in TX.

We were again on FL State Route 90 for all but 7 miles of the route. The asphalt was the smoothest we’ve experienced on the trip with a very safe bike lane. There still wasn’t much to see except for a detour off FL 90 through DeFuniak Springs, FL with a visit to the oldest library in FL, founded in 1886.

Bike stats: 69.9 miles ridden in 4 hours and 36 minutes of actual biking averaging 15.2 mph with a maximum speed of 31.9 mph.

Highlights of the day:

• Enjoying the gorgeous weather while riding on a smooth road with average elevation gain. There was very little wind that didn’t affect the ride.
• Visiting the oldest library in FL, founded in 1886 in DeFuniak Springs.

Today’s view along FL State Route 90 on which we rode 63 miles today. Note how smooth the asphalt is with a generous bike lane. There wasn't a cloud in the sky.

The  front entrance of the DeFuniak Springs library, founded in 1886, the oldest library in FL.  Look at the size of the oak tree in the yard. It has to be as old as the library.

The interior of the library. It has a great sword collection around the top of the room into which you enter from the front.

I decided to add an action shot of me biking just so that you can believe that I am really doing this trip. This picture was taken by fellow rider Jeff as I rode onto Dauphin Island last Friday, 4/17. Big Blue is a monster bike able to do the job in all weather and road conditions.

Make it a great day!

John