Interesting tales along the way. Not the typical summer bike ride.

Stage 5

Threat of rain causes the stage to start earlier in a colder temperature.

Stage 4

Downhill first, uphill back- Stage 3 starts the longer distances at 9.33 km.

Thoughts before the Tour de Finelli in anticipation of Stage 1.  Also post remarks, looking on to Stage 2.

Thoughts before the Tour de Finelli in anticipation of Stage 1. Also post remarks, looking on to Stage 2.

Thoughts before the Tour de Finelli in anticipation of Stage 1. &nbsp;Also post remarks, looking on to Stage 2.

The daily chronology of the Tour de Finelli (a 23-day mini version of the cycling adventure similar to the Tour de France)