Gallery: Wrong Turns, False Flats Give Wired Bike Team Some Fresh Challenges

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    *Wired editorial fellow Nathan Hurst shares a bonding moment with the team mascot, Riley, at base camp before the start of the last big ride of the week.*
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    *There's no better way to start a big ride than with some chicken and waffles.*
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    *Wired software engineer Adam Hemphill (right) adjusts the derailleurs on the Cervelo R5.*
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    *Senior editor Peter Rubin applies Rapha Chamois Cream to his bib before the start of the ride.*
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    *The team rolls down River Road out of Guerneville.*
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    *Wired software engineer Adam Hemphill (left) and photo editor Jon Snyder descend a scenic section of Green Valley Road.*
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    *The team takes advantage of a wooded descent.*
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    *Photo director Jim Merithew sports a little souvenir to remember the trip by.*
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    *Left to right, Art Director Bradley Hughes and Senior Editors John Bradley and Peter Rubin hustle uphill during the last ride of the week.*
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    *Wired videographer Mike Ruocco dozes off on the deck at base camp with his dog (and official Wired Bike Team mascot) Riley.*
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