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Let's go! What to bring for a long ride

Let's go! What to bring for a long ride

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Some people say that life is like a ride, full of challenges and unknowns, and we need to bravely overcome obstacles in order to finally reach the other side of our dreams, and for those who love to challenge the limit, Death Valley may be the "testing ground" that they cannot miss in their cycling career

Let's go! What to bring for a long ride

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It may be hard to imagine that in the heart of the desert where the sun is blazing, someone would choose to measure this seemingly desolate land by bicycle, but for a cyclist like James · Lynch, the harsh environment of Death Valley is precisely its most fascinating place

James, a software engineer from Los Angeles who, like many urbanites, was tired of the boring 9-to-5 life and desperate for a little excitement in the monotony of everyday life, so he became obsessed with cycling and soon set his sights on this legendary national park

Let's go! What to bring for a long ride

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He knows that traversing Death Valley, a desert valley on the border between California and Nevada, known for its extreme heat and drought, often soars to over 50 degrees Celsius in summer, and the ground temperature is as high as 70-80 degrees Celsius, enough to fry eggs

In addition, Death Valley has a complex and diverse terrain, from steep slopes to rugged gravel roads, all of which test the physical strength and willpower of cyclists, not to mention the possibility of sudden sandstorms and wildlife attacks along the way

Let's go! What to bring for a long ride

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But these difficulties did not deter James, but inspired the adventurous spirit in his bones, for this ride, he made full preparations, in addition to the necessary bicycles, helmets, cycling clothes and other equipment, he also specially prepared sunscreen, water bags, sports supplements and other items to cope with the harsh natural environment in the desert

Before setting off, he carefully studied the road map, planned his daily itinerary and supply points, and he knew that in a place like Death Valley, any slightest negligence could lead to irreparable consequences

Let's go! What to bring for a long ride

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When everything was ready, James embarked on this journey full of unknowns, the first rays of the morning sun shining on the desert also illuminated his path, he knew that what awaited him was a battle against the scorching sun, drought, fatigue and even fear, but he was ready for the challenge

James rode into the vast valley of death, the desert in the early morning, there was still a trace of coolness in the air, and the distant mountain peaks loomed in the mist, like a quiet ink painting

Let's go! What to bring for a long ride

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The tranquility didn't last long, as the sun gradually rose, Death Valley showed its hideous side, the air became scorching, as if in a huge oven, most of the plants on the roadside were yellow and short, and only the sporadic cacti stood tenaciously erect, as if silently telling the tenacity of life

"It's too hot! I felt the heat wave rolling through the screen, and I admired the courage of this cyclist! Netizen "as free as the wind" commented

Let's go! What to bring for a long ride

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James felt his breathing getting shorter and shorter, sweat soaking through his clothes, but he didn't dare to slack off, he knew that staying hydrated in such an environment was crucial, and he sipped water from the water bag from time to time, while replenishing sports drinks and energy gels to maintain his strength

The hardships of the road were beyond James's imagination, the rugged gravel road made him have to change his riding position frequently to reduce the burden on his body, and the long-term riding also made his physical strength gradually overdrawn, and his legs began to become heavy

Let's go! What to bring for a long ride

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"This is the true warrior, salute to all those who push the limits!" Netizen "Dream Chasing Pure Heart" left a message

But James didn't give up, he gritted his teeth and tried to keep moving at a constant pace, he knew that every time he pedaled, he was moving towards the goal, he kept adjusting his breathing, silently cheering himself on in his heart

Let's go! What to bring for a long ride

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The monotonous and repetitive scenery on the roadside seemed to test his patience, and in order to relieve the boredom of the journey, James began to observe his surroundings, and he found that even in this seemingly desolate land, there was still a tenacious life

"The wonder of nature lies in this, even in the harshest environments, there are still lives that survive tenaciously," lamented netizen "Children of Nature".

Let's go! What to bring for a long ride

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The existence of these lives made James realize that there is still hope and strength even in the most difficult circumstances, and he no longer feels alone, because he knows that he is not alone in this desert, and there are countless lives with him to face the challenges of nature

As the sun began to set in the west and the temperature of the desert began to slowly drop, James knew that the toughest moment of the day was over, and he overcame the heat, fatigue and fear in his heart to get one step closer to his goal

Let's go! What to bring for a long ride

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He stopped the car, found a leeward sand dune, and ready to rest for a while, he took his camera out of his backpack and recorded the magnificent desert sunset, the golden sunset, dyeing the distant peaks a fiery red, and contrasting with the unpredictable clouds in the sky, forming a breathtaking picture

"It's so beautiful! This scenery, this artistic conception, is simply indescribable! Netizen "photography enthusiast" commented excitedly

James quietly admired the beautiful scenery, his heart was full of joy and emotion, he knew that it was all worth it, because he not only challenged himself and overcame his limits, but more importantly, he reaped the scenery along the way, as well as his inner growth

As night fell, the stars were shining, James set up his tent and prepared to rest, he knew that there were new challenges waiting for him tomorrow, but he was no longer afraid, because he believed that as long as he kept his dreams and never gave up, he would be able to reach the other side of success

The message of netizen "Chasing the Wind Boy" may represent the voice of many people: "Salute to all those who are brave enough to chase their dreams!" Your courage and perseverance are the driving force behind us! ”

Yes, life is like a ride, full of challenges and unknowns, but as long as we take the first step bravely and persevere, we will be able to overcome all difficulties and finally reach the other side of our dreams!

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