Lois and I got an early start to head out to Van Horn and we had breakfast in the room. It was overcast with a light drizzle but we knew that if we could get there to Van Horn would be okay to take a rest day when the real storms hit. Interstate 10 and was fine to ride on. The shoulder and road were mostly smooth so I didn't really have to worry about flat tires today. We were expecting a tailwind so we did not have to put in as much effort. At many times during the day we were gliding, roaring by the scenery at 21 mph. Sure there were some mountain passes we had to climb but with that tell when pushing us along all was fine. And then I have a bit of a problem with my break. I thought "oh no not again". As it turns out it was just a tiny piece of metal on the rim that was rubbing against the brake. Nothing that a little scraping off with a knife couldn't fix. We also were pulled over by a Texas trooper who had received calls we were on the road (which occasionally we were due to poor shoulder). He was very cool and understanding. Once we got to Van Horn we settled in at the Days Inn. Had dinner at the beautiful Hotel El Capitan, which was overpriced. But at least it was nice to look at. Rest day in Van Horn on the 31st.
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