The final run into Spokane was uneventful. Except Noel & I had our yougest rider (Gabe, 16 yo from NYC, lower eastside) very "agitated". We picked him up at the last checkpoint getting a flat fixed by Richard, our team machanic. Noel & had planned to scout a possible route through the city to Gonzaga U. using the Centennial Trail along the Spokane River. As we started deviating from the daily route sheet, Gabe became concerned. Since Noel & I didn't know the exact route -- we were scouting, after all -- we had to make up the route as we went, poking in here & there to see where the path led us. We were sure we'd find our way, both knowing where we were and where were destined, with some knowledge of the city.
Gabe wasn't buying it, but had little choice but to follow, reluctantly. We eventually found a route -- of course.
Today was relaxing. Breakfast at Starbucks, shopping, lunch at Anthony's, Thai for dinner, soon to bed. Tomorrow is 76 miles to Sandpoint, ID.
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