Rally Base Camp

Day 10: August 10, 2017: Salt Lake City, UT: 45m/72km

The rally won't start for a few days but, we figured that we should drive around Salt Lake and get a look around the neighborhood where we would all be set up at. Found our way to the UPS and FedEx locations that should have Opa's stuff today or tomorrow. Of course, he doesn't think to call either place before we drive over there. Neither location had received his stuff, that was a bit of a waste. Although, I did enjoy walk by while they stared at the bikes. Who can blame them? We left empty-handed and headed towards Rally Central. We pulled into the Fair Grounds, saw some people already setting up, and decided to move. Back to Provo to tear down the tents, pack up, and relocate. We made it back to the Fair Grounds, spent a few minutes driving around and found the perfect spot. We were setting up between two shady trees, in front of the food court, and just a short walk from the bathrooms and where the shower trailers would be located. Now if only the food court would open up, ice would be nice. Our neighbor has a double seat Hannigan at home. How cool!

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