10 starters and 10 finishers rode the Bo-Lar Boogie 200k. Mike Turek reports:

"Today was our Farewell to Jason Turner ride.he’s moving to Tulsa in a few weeks to double the number of RUSA members there. Weather forecast was wonderful for February, but we became concerned during pre-ride brief; folks had trouble hearing due to the wind. Luckily, they calmed as we cycled along our familiar foothills roads. By the time we reached Sandy’s the sun was warming us nicely.

"The westerly winds increased substantially, making a pretty fast trip to Johnstown. The re-route to Colorado 17 gave us a larger shoulder and fewer cars - a keeper for all our routes. However, the wind gods would exact justice during return to Longmont. Once we turned right on CO 34, progress slowed considerably. Tenacity for the riders was rewarded with the turn south to Louisville, the last 20 miles providing a nice cooldown into the finish.

"Jason promised to create some gravel routes so we can come out and grab a new state. He’ll also be riding the first USA Audax 600k out of St. Louis May 24th. If folks want to join, let Mike Turek know for carpooling efforts."

Thanks to Mike Turek for leading!

-jle

Mike Turek photos