I did Pedal the Plains the first year in 2012. It was remarkably well organized for its first year, most likely because they have gained some knowledge and experience from the Ride the Rockies series of tours. I really wanted to do it the second year, but couldn't due to my trip to Oregon for Cycle Oregon. But this year really looks interesting in particular to me, as they are heading up to the northeastern part of the state, venturing through Ft. Morgan, Sterling and Wiggins. Those towns were once home to huge sugar mills, but since then have had to redefine some of their agricultural offerings. In spite of this sugar crash, the towns all have respectable populations on their own, and local economies based not just in agriculture, but also education.
So imagine my delight when I saw the contest to become a Plains Pedaler. Instead of paying to do the tour, I can have my entrance fees paid, and do what I was going to do anyway, tell you all online how awesome it is. Plus, it will give me an opportunity to see Colorado's sexiest governor, John Hickenlooper in his spandex, visiting his constituents.
I'll keep you posted, but fingers crossed, you will all be riding behind me tandem in September, pedaling the plains.
