18 Drafters all in a row. Point them to Missouri Tavern, and away they all go. Welcome back Griz and Maverick! Since her debut appearance back in June of 2025, Maverick has been MIA. Maybe not missing, but definitely in action.

Missing from the line up is Coach Arms, who was eager to Draft with her new demo bike. Coach Arms was shocked to learn bikes can roll down hill without pedal assist. Alas, she was T-boned en route. No bodies or bikes were damaged, but her car required towing. Since hockey season is underway, this might be the closest thing to an action shot off the ice.

Duracell and Speedy missed the photo, but didn’t miss the roll out. The machine of green rode in tight formation north towards Dane. Rimshot tossed out the idea of stopping at The Ranch Saloon, but with Vilks missing from the line up (excused absence, celebrating 30 years with Chief), there was nobody to reinforce bad choices. The group forged ahead to Missouri Tavern.

One small rest stop before Missouri Tavern came at the intersection of 113. A hay truck had a line of cars backed up for a country mile. For once, cars weren’t angry at us. How nice.

At last, Missouri Tavern. Trouble ahead, trouble behind. And you know that notion just crossed my mind 

This is the notion that just crossed our minds.

Forget the stork. Goose made a special delivery. Welcome to our newest Junior Drafter! Congrats Goose and Maverick.

Keez and Twinkle Toes battled it out for the neighborhood KOK/QOM. Twinkle Toes earned bragging rights this week, but did confess that he sand bagged the entire ride in order to win the title.

Every one is a winner when Spigot spends time baking. Snickerdoodle cookies for all. And for our GF Drafters, Spigot went the extra mile and brought treats from Bloom. What a sweet guy.

NO RIDE NEXT MONDAY (LABOR DAY).

On special request from Spigot, the Draft on Monday Sept 14th will include Barlow. Still think he’s sweet? Departure will be from the foot bridge onto Bourbon Street (the one we crossed leaving Crossroads) at 4:45. Recommend parking near Remington’s Tavern at 1821 Main St Cross Plains. Stay after for pizza and beer! This will be a hilly ride so buckle up- full strength 25.8 miles, short pour 21 miles.

RidewithGPS link: Drafters | CP2 Beast of Barlow

RidewithGPS link : Drafters | CP Beast of Barlow Short Pour

Draft resonsibly,

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