Welcome to Michigan

After a day's delay due to heavy waves that canceled three ferries, yesterday I said farewell to Milwaukee as I took the Lake Express high-speed ferry from Milwaukee to Michigan and then visited my parents in Spring Lake. After 3,500 miles of bicycling, this marks my eighth state and my fourth time zone. My bicycle was tuned up in Milwaukee (including new tires, brake pads, chain, and rear cassette), so I'm ready to go. After a few days here in Spring Lake, Michigan, I'll then continue my trip east.