Jay's n2n observation(s), May 23, 2019

We reached Willoughby OH this evening.   We achieved only 13.25 miles today. It started off rainy, then cleared off and got hot.  We're both tired -- we've walked 17 days straight and are doing pretty well, but... We've walked 706 miles thru today.  Our actual route deviates from the plan as a consequence of our making adjustments based on current conditions and local knowledge.  The original route plan was/is s Google Maps product. Josh asked for the shortest walking route n2n. The plan was adjusted to keep us in the USA, no Canadian legs. Google apparently used a rate of 3 mph, which we have not been achieving.  We think a major factor is the 25# packs -- we didn't train with them. We may develop the strength and endurance to achieve it, but our timeline is also limited. Can we recover the lost area under the curve? We'll soon be able to make a determination.  Getting late to the mountains of Wyoming, Idaho, and Oregon is a major factor, consideration and concern. C'est le vie !!!