L.A.T.E. Ride Update

To say the L.A.T.E. Ride was awesome, would be an understatement. We had an amazing time with the other 10,000 plus riders. Everyone was on their best behavior, the city looked amazing and the weather was perfect.

It was incredible to see the city at night and see all the night people in their glory (the flashers, those drunk in the street and at the bars, beach and park walkers. Who knew what the night life was like in Chicago. I am usually fast asleep and had no idea that many people were out on a daily basis. There were truly more people up in the neighborhoods than we imagined. Most people were cheerful, happy to wave and cheer us on. However, the motorists that were stuck at traffic lights as waves and waves of bike riders rode past were not too happy. I want to give a shout out to the Chicago Police Department!!! They were amazing in directing traffic, keeping us safe as we rode through the South Loop, Chinatown, Greektown, Humboldt Park, etc.

This was very organized ride and the organizers and volunteers should be commended for their efforts in making the best ride of the season. The volunteers were very accommodating and helpful, the pace car tried to keep up with the majority of the riders. Unfortunately, there were just too many riders. The rest and breakfast stops were very neat and orderly and the volunteers were very helpful, even though they were thinking we were crazy for riding at 1:00am.

All in all, I am sure a good time was had by all. We definitely had a great time and will be looking forward to next year's ride on July 8th. Sign us up!!!
Although, next year, we will definitely need to nap better before the race or stay downtown. We finished the ride in 2 hours and 20 minutes, not bad for a group that is usually in bed at midnight.

Peace and Love,

Sandals

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