Dog of the Day. Riding in first class, Bozeman to Salt Lake City. Guide, service, or therapy? Didn't ask.
For Michael, who was seeking an IPA in Bordeaux. An unfiltered IPA out of a Moab, Utah, brewery on tap at Delta's SLC Sky Club. What's not to like? France and Spain will offer mostly crisp lagers. They reported local lagers were 8 euros at the bar/restaurant near the airport. To quote Bob Mundle, one of my 2014 Spain riding buddies, What's up with that? Acheron, tomorrow's destination, is a resort town and might be similarly priced. Perhaps best to drink wine.
If one has to wait 5 hours for the next flight, the Air France Lounge at CDG offers a quality mix of beverages and food. Alcohol does not help jet lag, but sunlight, a double expresso, and two cappuccinos should help me adapt to daylight and sleep tonight.
Stress Relief. Confirmation that my bike and duffel will arrive in Bordeaux.
Assembled. I found an isolated corner but soon drew a small crowd. Robin arrived and helped final assembly in the Bordeaux Airport.
Ready to Ride to Our Hotel. Great to be greeted by a friend who already knows the way to our hotel. Due to the 90 minute late arrival, we turned on our blinking lights and rode out in the dark into a perfect, mild evening. We are all four together and ready to tour. The others rode to the city center on arrival and then 40 miles in the countryside today. I plan to get to bed early and hopefully sleep well. The first night is usually easier than the 2nd.
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