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Bike Pilgrimage

User: BMEinATL (follow on twitter)
Dates: 25 Apr 2010 - 5 May 2011
Duration: 1 year
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  • Thursday 5 May 2011 14:25

    A GREAT BIG THANKS to those who housed, fed, followed, prayed, wrote & called w/ encouragement & generally supported me on my pilgrim way! It would not been half as rich an experience without you!

    Posted: 9 months ago

  • Tuesday 3 May 2011 15:43

    Sandy Springs, GA - Made it! Greeted by parents w/ sign & balloons. Can't believe I made it & it is over. Great experience - so thankful!

    Posted: 9 months ago

  • Tuesday 3 May 2011 14:47

    Sandy Springs, GA - Slope's BBQ: Had to stop @ Slope's! Now hope to beat the rain home!

    Posted: 9 months ago

  • Tuesday 3 May 2011 12:00

    Marietta, GA - The Square. Getting close now! Headed to Slope's for lunch - my favorite BBQ place.

    Posted: 9 months ago

  • Tuesday 3 May 2011 11:18

    Kennesaw Mountain National Battlefield - Spent time here growing up - climbing mtn., watching films about Civil War & looking for bullets.

    Posted: 9 months, 1 week ago

  • Tuesday 3 May 2011 10:46

    Kennesaw, GA - This WAS Kennesaw when we moved here in 1970. Sure has grown since then. Grant's Grocery was in left-most building, I think.

    Posted: 9 months, 1 week ago

  • Tuesday 3 May 2011 10:24

    North Cobb High School - Attended NCHS for few weeks of 9th grade before moving to Rochester. Awtrey Middle School is behind here where I went for 7th & 8th.

    Posted: 9 months, 1 week ago

  • Tuesday 3 May 2011 10:00

    Acworth, GA - Getting into familiar territory now. Many Saturdays were spent playing youth basketball in Acworth when I was growing up.

    Posted: 9 months, 1 week ago

  • Tuesday 3 May 2011 6:33

    Cartersille, GA - LAST DAY! Getting up w/ sun so I can try & beat rain to Atlanta. Mixed emotions - joy & sadness. View from hotel room.

    Posted: 9 months, 1 week ago

  • Monday 2 May 2011 20:10

    Cartersville, GA - Final night dinner w/ Mom & Dad who drove up from Atlanta @ Appalachian Grill. Had a flat & decided to stop.

    Posted: 9 months, 1 week ago

  • Monday 2 May 2011 14:23

    Adairsville, GA - Public Square.

    Posted: 9 months, 1 week ago

  • Monday 2 May 2011 11:24

    Dalton, GA - Penultimate day of the grand adventure. Headed to Kennesaw today & then home tomorrow - weather permitting. Beautiful today!

    Posted: 9 months, 1 week ago

  • Sunday 1 May 2011 22:46

    Dalton, GA - Arrived safely. Rode by Chattanooga & Lookout Mtn. Was not allowed thru Ringgold so backtracked & rode I-75, illegally, @ recommendation of officer @ roadblock.

    Posted: 9 months, 1 week ago

  • Sunday 1 May 2011 19:52

    Ringgold, GA - Terrible devastation in this north Georgia town. Thoughts & prayers are with those effected by the tornado that hit there.

    Posted: 9 months, 1 week ago

  • Sunday 1 May 2011 11:27

    Whiteside, TN - May flowers. Nice riding along tree-lined road with a creek down below.

    Posted: 9 months, 1 week ago

  • Sunday 1 May 2011 10:06

    Kimball, TN - Little overcast this morning but great riding weather. Headed to Dalton, GA via Ringgold which was hit pretty hard by tornado.

    Posted: 9 months, 1 week ago

  • Saturday 30 Apr 2011 14:20

    Sewanee, TN - University of the South: All Saints Chapel. Beautiful campus - worth the climb up here. Stopped @ Woody's Bicycles earlier.

    Posted: 9 months, 1 week ago

  • Saturday 30 Apr 2011 11:57

    Cowan, TN - On right is Franklin County's first courthouse. Getting ready to climb up to Sewanee on my way to Kimball. Beautiful day!

    Posted: 9 months, 1 week ago

  • Friday 29 Apr 2011 16:27

    Tullahoma, TN - Recent storms r playing havoc with travel plans. Headed to Huntsville but learned about devastation there. Re-routed myself east. Praying for storm victims.

    Posted: 9 months, 1 week ago

  • Thursday 28 Apr 2011 19:31

    Cornersville, TN - Could not resist this photo op even though running out of daylight. Headed to Texas T Campground. Also saw longhorn steer today. What state am I in?

    Posted: 9 months, 1 week ago

  • Thursday 28 Apr 2011 13:22

    Franklin, TN - Stopped @ Puckett's Grocery for lunch - Pulled Pork, Sweet Potato Fries, Black Eyes Peas, Corn Bread & Sweet Tea - Yum!

    Posted: 9 months, 1 week ago

  • Thursday 28 Apr 2011 13:01

    Franklin, TN - Back on the road & thankful to have had shelter from all the storms. Attended @KIPP Academy Nashville Breakfast this a.m.

    Posted: 9 months, 1 week ago

  • Tuesday 26 Apr 2011 10:40

    Nashville, TN - Still in Nashville as weather has not cooperated. Yesterday marked year from my departure from ATL - though not a year on road due to Christmas break.

    Posted: 9 months, 1 week ago

  • Sunday 24 Apr 2011 13:44

    Nashville, TN - Easter with the family - Poppi, Ayden, Gramys, Ann Marie & Rob @ church picnic & Easter Egg Hunt.

    Posted: 9 months, 2 weeks ago

  • Sunday 17 Apr 2011 16:14

    Caney Fork River, TN - Another pic from the canoe. Thankfully did not end up the river this trip - very cold water!

    Posted: 9 months, 3 weeks ago

  • Sunday 17 Apr 2011 15:18

    Caney Fork River, TN - View from the canoe. Yes, my second canoe trip of the tour. Paddling down the river w/ my brother, Rob. Beautiful day!

    Posted: 9 months, 3 weeks ago

  • Saturday 16 Apr 2011 15:11

    Nashville, TN - Arrived safely in Nashville yesterday after being picked up by Support Vehicle - brother in his truck - outside Watertown.

    Posted: 9 months, 3 weeks ago

  • Saturday 16 Apr 2011 8:23

    Smithville, TN - Short little hike this a.m. before breakfast & hitting the road. Great dinner w/ Rob last night @ inn, enjoying so much forgot to take a pic.

    Posted: 9 months, 3 weeks ago

  • Friday 15 Apr 2011 12:37

    Smithville, TN - Inn at Evins Mill: View from porch of my room looking down @ the creek. Stayed dry for 1st half of ride then got soaked.

    Posted: 9 months, 3 weeks ago

  • Friday 15 Apr 2011 10:06

    Rock Island, TN - Nice stay @ Rock Island SP despite rain this a.m. Forecast ominous so heading to B&B in Smithville & dinner 2nite w/ bro.

    Posted: 9 months, 3 weeks ago

  • Thursday 14 Apr 2011 15:08

    Rock Island, TN - Traveling thru beautiful country today - farms, pastures & woods. Headed to Rock Island SP. Just got off Bone Cave Rd. - just like the sound it.

    Posted: 9 months, 3 weeks ago

  • Thursday 14 Apr 2011 10:03

    Fall Creek Falls SP - Fall Creek Falls: @ 256 ft this is highest waterfall east of Rocky Mountains. Love the sound of the falling water!

    Posted: 9 months, 3 weeks ago

  • Thursday 14 Apr 2011 9:47

    Fall Creek Falls SP - Falls Creek Lake: Pic from the bike path along the lake. Just enjoyed huge breakfast buffet @ the inn & am stuffed.

    Posted: 9 months, 3 weeks ago

  • Wednesday 13 Apr 2011 19:28

    Fall Creek Falls SP, TN - View of camp site as sun gets ready to head behind trees. Park is beautiful & have not even seen the falls yet.

    Posted: 9 months, 3 weeks ago

  • Wednesday 13 Apr 2011 15:28

    Spencer, TN - Amazing! Just a while ago was in this beautiful valley between two ridges & now on plateau with no sign of ridges. Just farms!

    Posted: 9 months, 3 weeks ago

  • Wednesday 13 Apr 2011 14:40

    Pikeville, TN - Climbed 4 m. up Dayton Mtn to ridge across way, descended 4 m. into Sequatchie Valley & now climbing up to Cumberland Plateau.

    Posted: 9 months, 3 weeks ago

  • Wednesday 13 Apr 2011 10:32

    Dayton, TN - Rhea County Courthouse: Site of the 1925 Scopes Trial. Dayton seems like a pleasant little town. Headed to Fall Creek Falls SP.

    Posted: 9 months, 3 weeks ago

  • Tuesday 12 Apr 2011 17:59

    Dayton, TN - Short ride today but legs were dead, weather was a little messy & there was a good bit of up & down so it seemed a lot longer.

    Posted: 9 months, 3 weeks ago

  • Monday 11 Apr 2011 14:15

    Cherokee National Forest - Parkville Lake: Beautiful mountain lake!

    Posted: 9 months, 4 weeks ago

  • Monday 11 Apr 2011 13:50

    Cherokee National Forest - Ocoee River: Here is some of the white water on the Ocoee. Beautiful ride thru the river gorge.

    Posted: 9 months, 4 weeks ago

  • Monday 11 Apr 2011 13:24

    Ducktown, TN - Ocoee River: Just passed 1996 Olympic Venue for white-water events. Road is winding & narrow.

    Posted: 9 months, 4 weeks ago

  • Monday 11 Apr 2011 11:22

    Tennessee State Line - State #35. Final NEW state - will go thru AL & GA to get back to Atlanta. Headed to Cleveland to visit Sills family.

    Posted: 9 months, 4 weeks ago

  • Sunday 10 Apr 2011 19:53

    Persimmon Creek Campground, NC - Decided to pass Murphy due to questionable weather 2mrw. Glad to find this place next to a gurgling creek!

    Posted: 9 months, 4 weeks ago

  • Sunday 10 Apr 2011 12:17

    Nantahala National Forest - Now know why Google recommended other route - been climbing pretty steep grade for 3 miles & still going up.

    Posted: 9 months, 4 weeks ago

  • Sunday 10 Apr 2011 10:37

    Franklin, NC - Last minute decided to take US-64 instead of backtracking to US-74. Seeing these mountains hope I don't regret that decision!

    Posted: 10 months ago

  • Friday 8 Apr 2011 13:02

    Oak Grove, NC - Loved this mountain valley scene w/ country home nestled into hillside. Arrived safely in Franklin w/out getting wet!

    Posted: 10 months ago

  • Friday 8 Apr 2011 12:36

    Little Tennessee River - Mountain river that I saw earlier from distance. Route has flattened out somewhat next to the river. No rain yet.

    Posted: 10 months ago

  • Friday 8 Apr 2011 11:43

    Smoky Mountains, NC - Wow - just beautiful! Can hear the water going thru rapids even way up here. Pretty good climb to get up here.

    Posted: 10 months ago

  • Friday 8 Apr 2011 10:31

    Bryson City, NC - Smoky mountains really do look smoky. Short day today - headed to Franklin, NC - & rest day tomorrow. Body is not used to climbing.

    Posted: 10 months ago

  • Thursday 7 Apr 2011 15:08

    Waynesville, NC - Am definitely in mountains! Climbed for first 3 quarters of day & descended for last quarter. Arrived in Bryson City.

    Posted: 10 months ago

  • Wednesday 6 Apr 2011 16:20

    Flat Rock, NC - Took this pic just in case Coca-Cola wanted to sponsor trip w/ a few bucks ;-). Late lunch @ Flat Rock Village Bakery.

    Posted: 10 months ago

  • Wednesday 6 Apr 2011 14:54

    North Carolina State Line - State #3 again. Met Lindal on road - he started riding @ age 65. Think we may have crossed paths in Chiefland, FL.

    Posted: 10 months ago

  • Wednesday 6 Apr 2011 13:51

    Traveler's Rest - Mountain lake. What a beautiful day! So beautiful that I don't mind the climbing. Well, had better keep pedaling.

    Posted: 10 months ago

  • Wednesday 6 Apr 2011 10:54

    Greenville, SC - Starting off this a.m. on Swamp Rabbit Trail which has taken me past zoo & thru beautiful park. Great start to Asheville!

    Posted: 10 months ago

  • Tuesday 5 Apr 2011 19:32

    Greenville, SC - Winds of 20+ mph got the better of me today. Only made it 50 miles to hotel instead of intended destination, Paris Mtn. SP.

    Posted: 10 months ago

  • Monday 4 Apr 2011 16:22

    Greenwood, SC - Some beautiful old homes in town. Arrived safely @ hotel. Rooms are @ a premium w/ this being The Masters week in Augusta.

    Posted: 10 months ago

  • Monday 4 Apr 2011 15:00

    Bradley, SC - Promised Land is where I an supposed to be headed (Exodus metaphor). However, I am going straight. Hope I am not wandering for 39 more years!

    Posted: 10 months ago

  • Monday 4 Apr 2011 13:59

    McCormick, SC - Stopped in McCormick for lunch. Love small town main streets! Beautiful day - what a difference with wind @ my back!

    Posted: 10 months ago

  • Monday 4 Apr 2011 11:15

    A better sign!

    Posted: 10 months ago

  • Monday 4 Apr 2011 11:11

    South Carolina State Line - Or so top sign says believe it or not. State #2 again! Headed to Greenwood & hotel bad weather 4cast 4 2night.

    Posted: 10 months ago

  • Sunday 3 Apr 2011 21:06

    Completed the Loop around the U.S.A. today! Outside of Augusta, GA I crossed my route from the first week of the tour - still riding though!

    Posted: 10 months ago

  • Sunday 3 Apr 2011 19:06

    Appling, GA - Petersburg Campground: View of camp on J. Strom Thurmond Lake. Not bad! Weather was great & rolling hills were nice change.

    Posted: 10 months ago

  • Sunday 3 Apr 2011 10:16

    Magnolia Springs State Park, GA - First RV stay. Great couple of nights "camping" out w/ good friend, Chris Sills, who also met in Blowing Rock, NC early in the trip.

    Posted: 10 months, 1 week ago

  • Saturday 2 Apr 2011 11:06

    Magnolia Springs State Park, GA - Never have seen so many turtles in one place. Must be 50+ of them around. Beautiful park!

    Posted: 10 months, 1 week ago

  • Friday 1 Apr 2011 15:49

    Egypt, GA - Egypt? A metaphor for trip has been exodus story - am supposed to be leaving Egypt! ;-) Actually, met friend, Chris Sills here & got ride in his RV to Magnolia Springs SP.

    Posted: 10 months, 1 week ago

  • Thursday 31 Mar 2011 13:32

    Savanah, GA - Mercer Williams House: Midnight in the Garden of Good and Evil revolves around the story of the murder that took place here.

    Posted: 10 months, 1 week ago

  • Thursday 31 Mar 2011 10:03

    Savannah, GA - Foggy morning on the riverfront. Headed to Huey's for beignets since missed New Orleans, then Oglethorpe Trolley Tour.

    Posted: 10 months, 1 week ago

  • Wednesday 30 Mar 2011 18:57

    Savannah, GA - Made it safely & not as bad a ride as it could have been. Dry first 15 miles & nastiest weather was while I was eating lunch.

    Posted: 10 months, 1 week ago

  • Wednesday 30 Mar 2011 9:35

    Darien, GA - According to Weather Channel app am going to get little wet 2day. That is OK - rain is good for fighting local forest fires.

    Posted: 10 months, 1 week ago

  • Tuesday 29 Mar 2011 16:56

    Darien, GA - View of Butler River & adjoining marsh. Lots of water today. Arrived safely after some inaccurate Google biking directions.

    Posted: 10 months, 1 week ago

  • Tuesday 29 Mar 2011 11:06

    Camden County, GA - Traveling Georgia Bike Route 95 along US-17. Little foggy & cool - wearing vest for first time in a while - but nice.

    Posted: 10 months, 1 week ago

  • Monday 28 Mar 2011 16:05

    Georgia State Line - Back to state #1. Not last time I will be crossing into my home state. Arrived safely @ Sleep Inn in Kingsland, GA.

    Posted: 10 months, 1 week ago

  • Monday 28 Mar 2011 15:17

    Yulee, FL - Met up w/ Rodney & Faye (originally met them @ campground outside Richmond) & had lunch @ bowling alley for first time on trip.

    Posted: 10 months, 1 week ago

  • Sunday 27 Mar 2011 17:48

    Jacksonville, FL - View of St. Johns River from The Landings. Great rest days! Head to Kingsland, GA tomorrow if I can dodge thunderstorms.

    Posted: 10 months, 1 week ago

  • Sunday 27 Mar 2011 9:38

    Jacksonville, FL - This view from 19th floor pool @ Hyatt Regency. Taking couple of recovery days & watching March Madness. Leave tomorrow.

    Posted: 10 months, 2 weeks ago

  • Friday 25 Mar 2011 13:38

    Ponte Vedra Beach, FL - Met John on the road & he was kind enough to invite me to lunch w/ he & his wife. Such serendipitous kindness makes my day.

    Posted: 10 months, 2 weeks ago

  • Friday 25 Mar 2011 11:23

    St. Augustine, FL - Departing view. Hope you can see Lighthouse & ship w/ 3 sails. Cooler today than has been, should make for good riding.

    Posted: 10 months, 2 weeks ago

  • Friday 25 Mar 2011 11:13

    St. Augustine, FL - Loved canopy of moss-covered trees! Just passed Fountain of Youth - should have stopped for gallon. Beautiful morning!

    Posted: 10 months, 2 weeks ago

  • Thursday 24 Mar 2011 19:09

    St. Augustine, FL - Castillo de San Marcos. Tough ride today - body is feeling it a little. Proof: Fell over getting off bike on slope. Only thing hurt was pride but thankful helmet was on.

    Posted: 10 months, 2 weeks ago

  • Thursday 24 Mar 2011 14:09

    Flagler Beach, FL - Randy, look familiar? Good riding again today but crosswind is not helping like a nice tailwind would.

    Posted: 10 months, 2 weeks ago

  • Thursday 24 Mar 2011 11:31

    Daytona Beach, FL - Riding on the beach. Dad suggested it & decided it would be an experience. Have not fallen over - yet ;-). Nice day!

    Posted: 10 months, 2 weeks ago

  • Thursday 24 Mar 2011 8:36

    Daytona Beach Shores, FL - View of the beach from my hotel, Acapulco Hotel. Hope to make it up to St. Augustine today.

    Posted: 10 months, 2 weeks ago

  • Wednesday 23 Mar 2011 18:02

    Posted: 10 months, 2 weeks ago

  • Wednesday 23 Mar 2011 11:45

    St. John River - Thought this view was peaceful & beautiful as the river meanders around the grasslands.

    Posted: 10 months, 2 weeks ago

  • Wednesday 23 Mar 2011 11:13

    Christmas, FL - Where it is Christmas all year round. Not sure where I am headed today but will get there eventually. Another nice day.

    Posted: 10 months, 2 weeks ago

  • Tuesday 22 Mar 2011 15:29

    Wycliffe Bible Translators - Mission organization that 4th grade teacher, Barbara Baine, served with Did not know my route would take me by.

    Posted: 10 months, 2 weeks ago

  • Tuesday 22 Mar 2011 13:02

    Orlando, FL - Did not know route was going by Manheim - Central Florida. Late start & not feeling 100% or would stop & say hi to some folks.

    Posted: 10 months, 2 weeks ago

  • Sunday 20 Mar 2011 13:20

    ESPN Wide World of Sports - Champions Field: Braves vs. Astros. My first spring training game ever. Fun! Also, learned bicycles are not welcomed on Disney property.

    Posted: 10 months, 2 weeks ago

  • Saturday 19 Mar 2011 13:52

    Kissimmee, FL - Day 300! & nearly 11,500 miles. Can't believe it has been nearly 10 months on the road. Arrived safely @ hotel near Disney.

    Posted: 10 months, 3 weeks ago

  • Saturday 19 Mar 2011 13:51

    Harmony, FL - Just wanted to share w/ everyone how to get to Harmony - apparently it has something to do with golf. ;-) Good riding so far!

    Posted: 10 months, 3 weeks ago

  • Saturday 19 Mar 2011 11:39

    West Brevard, FL - Space Coast Pkwy: No idea what "Fog Smoke" is but am going to be careful. ;-) Headed to Orlando - hope to catch Braves game tomorrow.

    Posted: 10 months, 3 weeks ago

  • Friday 18 Mar 2011 15:22

    Roseland, FL - Riding along US-1 & Dixie Hwy means I have not seen as much water today so thought I would snap a pic of this view.

    Posted: 10 months, 3 weeks ago

  • Friday 18 Mar 2011 11:10

    Ft. Pierce, FL - Shot of downtown as I get on the road. Fellow biker advised against A1A so am taking Dixie Hwy & US-1 north. Tired today.

    Posted: 10 months, 3 weeks ago

  • Friday 18 Mar 2011 8:02

    Port St. Lucie, FL - Dave & Jinny Holler, neighbors in Miami, hosted me. Also, got to see David & Karen, their son & daughter. Thanks!

    Posted: 10 months, 3 weeks ago

  • Thursday 17 Mar 2011 13:21

    Jupiter, FL - An artistic shot - loved looking thru trees out to ocean. Trip must be stimulating my creative side - either that or the heat.

    Posted: 10 months, 3 weeks ago

  • Thursday 17 Mar 2011 9:44

    Palm Beach Gardens, FL - DeNaé & Don Beuerle hosted me @ their beautiful home. Worked w/ DeNaé @ Manheim. Great to catch up!

    Posted: 10 months, 3 weeks ago

  • Wednesday 16 Mar 2011 15:40

    Riviera Beach, FL - Somehow ended up with this 2" screw in my tire - my first thru & thru puncture. Actually had to unscrew from rim. Wow!

    Posted: 10 months, 3 weeks ago

  • Wednesday 16 Mar 2011 13:46

    West Palm Beach, FL - View across the Intracoastal Waterway - some pretty large yachts docked across the way.

    Posted: 10 months, 3 weeks ago

  • Wednesday 16 Mar 2011 13:27

    Palm Beach, FL - Have been riding up A1A all day - sun, sand, ocean, hotels & beautiful estates. Nice ocean breeze & flat roads - oh, yes!

    Posted: 10 months, 3 weeks ago

  • Wednesday 16 Mar 2011 9:30

    Ft. Lauderdale, FL - Las Olas Boulevard: Headed to A1A & a ride up the coast. Love these kind of days - absolutely perfect weather!

    Posted: 10 months, 3 weeks ago

  • Wednesday 16 Mar 2011 7:44

    Ft. Lauderdale, FL - Bob & Joan Lafferty were kind enough to host me. They are the parents of Amy Hsieh - stayed with Amy & Bill in CA.

    Posted: 10 months, 3 weeks ago

  • Wednesday 16 Mar 2011 7:43

    Ft. Lauderdale, FL - View from Lafferty's home as sun rises over the ocean - beautiful! Headed to Palm Beach Gardens today. Should be great!

    Posted: 10 months, 3 weeks ago

  • Tuesday 15 Mar 2011 8:51

    Miami Beach, FL - Downtown Miami skyline as seen from Miami Beach. It has grown so much more impressive over the years. Great visit(s)!

    Posted: 10 months, 3 weeks ago

  • Tuesday 15 Mar 2011 8:25

    Miami, FL - Antonio Ellek, my Swiss/Turkish brother & host. Tried to convince to join me but he stayed w/ job as CEO/Founder of Pasha's.

    Posted: 10 months, 3 weeks ago

  • Sunday 13 Mar 2011 14:39

    Coral Gables, FL - Lunch today w/ Jeff Bartel (high school classmate), his daughter & Antonio @ Pasha's. Great to reminisce!

    Posted: 10 months, 3 weeks ago

  • Saturday 12 Mar 2011 22:11

    South Beach, FL - Enjoyed a feast tonight @ Pasha's Lincoln Road location with Antonio & Francisco & Guillermo (Kite Board Professionals).

    Posted: 10 months, 4 weeks ago

  • Saturday 12 Mar 2011 11:06

    Miami, FL - View from Antonio Ellek's balcony. Antonio is great family friend & CEO/Founder of Pasha's, healthy Mediterranean cuisine.

    Posted: 10 months, 4 weeks ago

  • Friday 11 Mar 2011 17:51

    Coconut Grove, FL - Dinner Key Marina: Very peaceful evening!

    Trying to get to home of Antonio Ellek on a rear tire that is going flat.

    Posted: 10 months, 4 weeks ago

  • Friday 11 Mar 2011 16:18

    Pinecrest, FL - Elite Cycling & Fitness: Stopped here for some bike maintenance - new cassette & chain. Nice folks. Thanks for the help!

    Posted: 10 months, 4 weeks ago

  • Friday 11 Mar 2011 11:08

    Homestead, FL - Not one of those signs you want to see when on bike. No crocodile sightings though - little disappointed & lot relieved.

    Posted: 10 months, 4 weeks ago

  • Friday 11 Mar 2011 10:25

    Key Largo, FL - View from the bridge as I depart Key Largo. Loved how the creek snakes off into distance.

    Posted: 10 months, 4 weeks ago

  • Friday 11 Mar 2011 9:20

    Key Largo, FL - Back on road after hearty breakfast @ Doc's. Theme song for today - 'Against the Wind' but cooler & sunny with no t'storms.

    Posted: 11 months ago

  • Thursday 10 Mar 2011 18:31

    Key Largo, FL - Bay Harbor Lodge: Sunset from Lodge "beach". Just made it after cleaning up after spin around bay in kayak. Life is good!

    Posted: 11 months ago

  • Thursday 10 Mar 2011 12:29

    Islamorada, FL - Again taken aback by colors of water. Storm clouds are gathering - not too far to my lunch destination - Ma's Fish Camp.

    Posted: 11 months ago

  • Thursday 10 Mar 2011 9:59

    Marathon, FL - Another beautiful day so far - chance of t'storms this p.m. Headed to Key Largo, Florida City or Homestead - we shall see.

    Posted: 11 months ago

  • Wednesday 9 Mar 2011 17:18

    Sunshine Key, FL - Seven Mile Bridge: Oops! Forgot to post this yesterday.

    Posted: 11 months ago

  • Wednesday 9 Mar 2011 12:24

    Key West, FL - Piece of bicycle art @ Re-Cycle Bike Shop. Pic does not do it justice. Winds are now against me so may not go far today.

    Posted: 11 months ago

  • Wednesday 9 Mar 2011 11:22

    Key West, FL - I have reached the southernmost point in the U. S. Now I head north. Miami here I come again. To Big Pine Key today, I hope.

    Posted: 11 months ago

  • Wednesday 9 Mar 2011 9:44

    Robby Cole, My best friend growing up has gone missing in the Atlanta area. If you see him please call local police and notify them.

    Sorry this is not a post from my trip but since there are friends in Atlanta following me I thought it made for a good communications tool.

    Posted: 11 months ago

  • Wednesday 9 Mar 2011 9:04

    Key West, FL - Ernest Heningway House: Terrible pic - if I had house like this in this location then I could be great writer also. Ok, maybe not. ;-)

    Posted: 11 months ago

  • Wednesday 9 Mar 2011 8:58

    Key West, FL - The Key West Lighthouse: Walking around a before taking off later this morning. Lot of activity last night but not for me. Called it a night after dinner.

    Posted: 11 months ago

  • Tuesday 8 Mar 2011 20:31

    Key West, FL - Walked by familiar face - it was Marilyn Stansbury, consultant I worked w/ @ Manheim. She & her son sailed on 'Western Union'.

    Posted: 11 months ago

  • Tuesday 8 Mar 2011 18:34

    Key West, FL - Sunset!

    Posted: 11 months ago

  • Tuesday 8 Mar 2011 18:03

    Key West, FL - Sitting @ Mallory Square listening to guy playing guitar & singing - occasionally accompanied by conch - watching ships pass.

    Posted: 11 months ago

  • Tuesday 8 Mar 2011 17:22

    Key West, FL - Arrived safely @ Southern Cross Hotel on Duval St. Thx to Inn Touch Key West for finding place that didn't break the bank!

    Posted: 11 months ago

  • Tuesday 8 Mar 2011 15:52

    Key West, FL - US-1 Mile Marker 0. One of the traditional bike touring & Key West photo ops. I think I also traveled on US-1 in CT, NH & ME.

    Posted: 11 months ago

  • Tuesday 8 Mar 2011 13:49

    Sugarloaf Key, FL - Park Channel: Was simply amazed at greens of water - seems almost fluorescent - unnatural. Wow!

    Posted: 11 months ago

  • Tuesday 8 Mar 2011 12:14

    Big Pine Key, FL - Just crossed seven mile bridge - view of Atlantic Ocean from park next to bridge. Found place to stay in Key West!

    Posted: 11 months ago

  • Tuesday 8 Mar 2011 7:54

    Marathon, FL - Jolly Roger Park: Campsite on Tiki Island. Beautiful view of Gulf. Another gorgeous day - should be great ride to Key West.

    Posted: 11 months ago

  • Monday 7 Mar 2011 18:25

    Grassy Key, FL - Sunset in Keys. Then had flat just a mile from campground - oh well, getting good @ fixing them. Arrived safely after dark.

    Posted: 11 months ago

  • Monday 7 Mar 2011 15:30

    Islamorada, FL - Gulf of Mexico: Great riding - sunny, temps in low 80's, nice breeze. Hard days like Thursday make days like today great!

    Posted: 11 months ago

  • Monday 7 Mar 2011 13:40

    Key Largo, FL - The Fish House: Enjoyed bowl of Conch Chowder & Yellowtail Snapper prepared Matecumbe style (their creation). Life in Keys!

    Posted: 11 months ago

  • Monday 7 Mar 2011 9:59

    Homestead, FL - On South Dade Bikeway to Keys after great visit w/ Zawyers. Anyone have accommodation connection for Key West on Tuesday?

    Posted: 11 months ago

  • Sunday 6 Mar 2011 20:49

    Palmetto Bay, FL - Mr. & Mrs. Zawyer were our next door neighbors here in Miami and were my incredibly gracious hosts for the weekend.

    Posted: 11 months ago

  • Saturday 5 Mar 2011 12:09

    Palmetto Bay, FL - Our old home in what used to be Miami & is now Palmetto Bay. Staying w/ Zawyer's - our neighbors from back in the day.

    Posted: 11 months ago

  • Friday 4 Mar 2011 14:11

    Miami, FL - Gulliver Preparatory School: Stopped by my high school Alma Mater in Miami. A few nice upgrades since I was there. Go Raiders!

    Posted: 11 months ago

  • Thursday 3 Mar 2011 22:28

    Miami, FL - Arrived safely in Miami after confusion about rates at first hotel so had to travel an additional 10 miles in dark. Not fun!

    Posted: 11 months, 1 week ago

  • Thursday 3 Mar 2011 11:03

    Ochopee, FL - Big Cypress Swamp Preserve: These alligators were in water next to road. One on left was growling just before pic was taken.

    Posted: 11 months, 1 week ago

  • Thursday 3 Mar 2011 11:00

    Ochopee, FL - Is a campground that does not allow camping still a campground? Isn't it just a park?

    Wind is brutal! 20+ mph - fun!

    Posted: 11 months, 1 week ago

  • Wednesday 2 Mar 2011 21:28

    Everglades City, FL - Sorry for lack of posts - couple of long riding days. Now relaxing @ Captain's Table Hotel. Saw a small gator today.

    Posted: 11 months, 1 week ago

  • Wednesday 2 Mar 2011 9:58

    Fort Myers Beach, FL - Joyce & Grady Roberts, good friends of my Aunt Betty & Uncle Charles, were kind enough to host me. So much kindness!

    Posted: 11 months, 1 week ago

  • Monday 28 Feb 2011 22:33

    Sarasota, FL - Jim & Gisela Vaughan, friends from NYC & All Angels' Church who now reside in Sarasota. Great to reconnect!

    Posted: 11 months, 1 week ago

  • Sunday 27 Feb 2011 16:28

    Sarasota, FL - Relaxing w/ Edie, Chuck, Sheila & Jerry @ The Boatyard Waterfront Bar & Grill. Mariano Rivera was leaving just as I arrived.

    Posted: 11 months, 1 week ago

  • Sunday 27 Feb 2011 15:24

    Sarasota, FL - View of Sarasota from John Ringling Causeway after lunch @ Columbia in St. Armands Circle w/ Edie, Chuck, Sheila & Jerry.

    Posted: 11 months, 1 week ago

  • Sunday 27 Feb 2011 7:52

    St. Pete Beach, FL - Thankful for a few restful days with Uncle Gary (Dad's brother) & Aunt Bekki. Headed to Sarasota today.

    Picture to come!

    Posted: 11 months, 1 week ago

  • Friday 25 Feb 2011 12:57

    Seminole, FL - Stopped by Bicycle Outfitters to have front wheel checked. Little damaged from pothole in Baton Rouge. Great crew @ shop! Thanks!

    Posted: 11 months, 1 week ago

  • Thursday 24 Feb 2011 18:10

    Madeira Beach, FL - The sun setting as cross the bridge to Treasure Island. Made it to Gary & Bekki's not too much later.

    Posted: 11 months, 2 weeks ago

  • Thursday 24 Feb 2011 16:28

    Clearwater, FL - Saw this mural on the trail as it passed through Clearwater and thought it was worth a pic.

    Posted: 11 months, 2 weeks ago

  • Thursday 24 Feb 2011 15:59

    Dunedin, Fl - Stopped to eat a quick bite @ little park on the water still have 20+ miles to Uncle Gary & Aunt Bekki's house.

    Posted: 11 months, 2 weeks ago

  • Thursday 24 Feb 2011 14:00

    Tarpon Springs, FL - After riding on or along 6 lane highway all morning nice to get on Fred Marquis Pinellas Bike Trail. Headed to St. Pete Beach.

    Posted: 11 months, 2 weeks ago

  • Wednesday 23 Feb 2011 10:34

    Chiefland, FL - Train Depot Museum & Chamber of Commerce. Another beautiful day - back to having to use sunscreen. Headed to Spring Hill.

    Posted: 11 months, 2 weeks ago

  • Tuesday 22 Feb 2011 15:49

    Old Town, FL - Suwanee River: Crossed on old railroad trestle on Nature Coast State Trail. Made it to Chiefland - very pleasant 65 mile ride.

    Posted: 11 months, 2 weeks ago

  • Tuesday 22 Feb 2011 10:42

    Perry, FL - On the road again. Swamps have been on my right since I left town but no gator sightings. Headed to Nature Coast State Trail.

    Posted: 11 months, 2 weeks ago

  • Monday 21 Feb 2011 15:08

    North Perry, FL - Pre-modern version of the Chick-fil-a ad campaign for the fans of CFA like myself.

    Posted: 11 months, 2 weeks ago

  • Monday 21 Feb 2011 12:02

    Crawfordville, FL - Riding in forest today. Nice thing about FL is it's flat. Ended up last night @ Best Western just past Medart. Headed to Perry today.

    Posted: 11 months, 2 weeks ago

  • Sunday 20 Feb 2011 16:06

    Carrabelle, FL - View of town as cross river. Not sure of destination - SP is full that was headed to. Headed to Sopchoppy or Panacea.

    Posted: 11 months, 2 weeks ago

  • Sunday 20 Feb 2011 15:05

    Eastpoint, FL - After riding much of morning thru corridor of pine trees, nice to be along water. St. George Island is across the way.

    Posted: 11 months, 2 weeks ago

  • Sunday 20 Feb 2011 13:15

    Apalachicola, FL - Quaint little town. Some nice B&B's here if I had travelled on past PSJ.

    Posted: 11 months, 2 weeks ago

  • Saturday 19 Feb 2011 9:52

    Port St. Joe, FL - Port Inn, amazing B&B. Originally full last night but they had a cancellation. Great breakfast! Enjoyed rest day there.

    Posted: 11 months, 2 weeks ago

  • Saturday 19 Feb 2011 9:44

    Port St. Joe, FL - At breakfast & in walk 2 familiar faces - Bob & Carolyn Humphries. I stayed @ their B&B in Sioux Falls, SD. Small world!

    Posted: 11 months, 2 weeks ago

  • Friday 18 Feb 2011 18:13

    Port St. Joe, FL - View from porch of The Thirsty Goat which is attached to The Port Inn where I landed for the night. Enjoying live music!

    Posted: 11 months, 2 weeks ago

  • Friday 18 Feb 2011 15:03

    Port St. Joe, FL - Beach view. Was going to try and reach Apalachicola but body & time of day is telling me otherwise. Short ride tomorrow!

    Posted: 11 months, 2 weeks ago

  • Friday 18 Feb 2011 13:55

    Mexico Beach, FL - Beautiful day! Would love to be just sitting on porch watching the ocean but still have 35 miles to Apalachicola.

    Posted: 11 months, 2 weeks ago

  • Friday 18 Feb 2011 12:43

    Tyndall Airforce Base - Well, I guess I am not going to go into the woods & use bathroom here - might get little more than I bargained for.

    Posted: 11 months, 2 weeks ago

  • Friday 18 Feb 2011 11:28

    Panama City, FL - Watson Bayou: Saw bayous in TX & LA that were more swampy. Heading out of PC. Did not sleep well - too much caffeine.

    Posted: 11 months, 2 weeks ago

  • Thursday 17 Feb 2011 15:52

    Panama City Beach, FL - From the bridge heading into Panama City looking back to PCB. Riding in L.A. (Lower Alabama) has been great!

    Posted: 11 months, 3 weeks ago

  • Thursday 17 Feb 2011 13:00

    Alys Beach, FL - Intrigued by shape and structure of this house on the beach. Wonder what the inside looks like! On way to Panama City.

    Posted: 11 months, 3 weeks ago

  • Thursday 17 Feb 2011 12:40

    Santa Rosa Beach, FL - Eastern Lake: Beautiful view across the lake to the dunes with wisps of mist blowing across the shore.

    Posted: 11 months, 3 weeks ago

  • Thursday 17 Feb 2011 10:54

    Blue Mountain Beach, FL - La Loba's Bakery - my brother's recommendation for Cinnamon Rolls - excellent! Alan, Gwynn & Candy were great!

    Posted: 11 months, 3 weeks ago

  • Wednesday 16 Feb 2011 17:32

    Destin, FL - Riding along Old Highway 98 & noticed people on boardwalk w/ cameras, then noticed sunset. Looks like will be riding in dark.

    Posted: 11 months, 3 weeks ago

  • Wednesday 16 Feb 2011 16:32

    Destin, FL - The view from the bridge headed in. Nice thing about riding along the coast - no hills, just bridges. Another beautiful day!

    Posted: 11 months, 3 weeks ago

  • Wednesday 16 Feb 2011 11:01

    Pensacola, FL - Downtown. This street, Palafox Place, reminds me of New Orleans. Headed to Santa Rosa Beach to stay w/ friend of Conni's.

    Posted: 11 months, 3 weeks ago

  • Wednesday 16 Feb 2011 9:54

    Pensacola, FL - Ron & Judy Parker, my gracious hosts, & their daughter Conni Littlemoon. Wonderfully nice people who treated me to fish fry.

    Posted: 11 months, 3 weeks ago

  • Tuesday 15 Feb 2011 16:48

    Florida state line - state #34. Made it safely to Pensacola. Am staying w/ Parker's - their son Scott is married to Ann Marie's (my sister-in-law) sister.

    Posted: 11 months, 3 weeks ago

  • Tuesday 15 Feb 2011 12:39

    Mobile, AL - Battleship USS Alabama. Wrong turn earlier & saw more of docks than I wanted. Nice guy told me road I was on was dead end.

    Posted: 11 months, 3 weeks ago

  • Tuesday 15 Feb 2011 11:30

    Mobile, AL - Very cool little section of Dauphin St. as I head downtown. Passed some beautiful homes a little earlier. On my way to bridge.

    Posted: 11 months, 3 weeks ago

  • Tuesday 15 Feb 2011 11:01

    Mobile, AL - So excited to get to Chick-fil-A in time for breakfast - arrived @ 10:19 & breakfast ends @ 10:30. Staff was so nice here!

    Posted: 11 months, 3 weeks ago

  • Monday 14 Feb 2011 19:15

    Mobile, AL - Arrived safely. Beautiful day, nice ride. Happy Valentine's Day to all!

    Posted: 11 months, 3 weeks ago

  • Monday 14 Feb 2011 14:55

    Alabama state line- state #33. Yes, Lynn, I am now in God's country - Alabama the Beautiful and state of my birth. About 20 miles to Mobile.

    Posted: 11 months, 3 weeks ago

  • Monday 14 Feb 2011 10:36

    Biloxi, MS - One of beautification projects after hurricane Katrina was to carve sculptures out of the downed trees. Here is one of them.

    Posted: 11 months, 3 weeks ago

  • Monday 14 Feb 2011 10:10

    Biloxi, MS - Heading to Mobile after a great weekend - great accommodations @ James & Shirley's house, great food & excellent company.

    Posted: 11 months, 3 weeks ago

  • Sunday 13 Feb 2011 17:22

    Gulfport, MS - Half Shell Oyster House: Dinner w/ Mom, Dad & Uncle before hitting the road to Mobile, AL tomorrow. Great dining experience!

    Posted: 11 months, 3 weeks ago

  • Friday 11 Feb 2011 19:24

    Biloxi, MS - Made it to Biloxi! Out to dinner with Mom, Dad & Uncle James @ Bernie's. Good day but exhausted from the previous 2 days.

    Posted: 11 months, 3 weeks ago

  • Friday 11 Feb 2011 17:00

    Gulfport, MS - Shadows are getting long but less than 2 miles from Uncle's house. Great 20 miles of riding next to ocean - just gorgeous!

    Posted: 11 months, 3 weeks ago

  • Friday 11 Feb 2011 14:49

    Pass Christian, MS - From top of 2+ mile long bridge across Bay St. Louis - highest height today. First view of Gulf of Mexico. On to Biloxi!

    Posted: 11 months, 3 weeks ago

  • Friday 11 Feb 2011 12:31

    Pearlington, MS - Entered Mississippi - state #32. First sign was 'Mississippi Title Loans' sign & it was larger than "Welcome" sign. :-(

    Posted: 11 months, 3 weeks ago

  • Friday 11 Feb 2011 12:08

    Louisiana swamp. As dry as west Texas was - southern Louisiana seems to be all water. No alligator sightings yet. Beautiful day!

    Posted: 11 months, 3 weeks ago

  • Friday 11 Feb 2011 7:39

    Slidell, LA - Sorry for lack of pics lately. Been rushing to Biloxi, MS to meet-up with parents & Uncle James @ his home today. Yeah!

    Posted: 11 months, 4 weeks ago

  • Friday 11 Feb 2011 7:29

    Slidell, LA - Yesterday was another challenge - 98 miles w/ last hour & half in dark on harrowing highway US-90. Covington seemed nice.

    Posted: 11 months, 4 weeks ago

  • Thursday 10 Feb 2011 3:11

    Baton Rouge, LA - What a day, possibly most challenging. 7:30 am start - Morganza "Thrillway", rain, & Huey P. Long Bridge. Survived!

    Posted: 11 months, 4 weeks ago

  • Tuesday 8 Feb 2011 9:48

    Westlake, LA - Thought this was a good Louisiana pic - water, boat and moss-covered tree.

    Posted: 12 months ago

  • Monday 7 Feb 2011 18:17

    Sulphur, LA - Relatively short day. Now @ Joe's Pizza & Pasta fueling up for long ride tomorrow - 90+ miles. Louisiana is state #31.

    Posted: 12 months ago

  • Monday 7 Feb 2011 14:07

    Louisiana! Just crossed Sabine River into Louisiana. Not sure what # this is - will figure out later since am now riding illegally on I-10.

    Posted: 12 months ago

  • Monday 7 Feb 2011 11:27

    Beaumont, TX - Old train depot & a bit of downtown skyline. Pretty good wind today - may help a little as crosswind. Headed to Sulphur, LA.

    Posted: 12 months ago

  • Sunday 6 Feb 2011 18:04

    Beaumont, TX - Not many photo ops today. This was my route. Arrived safely @ Motel 6 in time to catch Super Bowl. Last night in Texas. :-(

    Posted: 12 months ago

  • Saturday 5 Feb 2011 12:06

    Houston, TX - Minute Maid Park: Home of Astros is right across street from my hotel. Too bad it is too early for baseball season.

    Posted: 12 months ago

  • Friday 4 Feb 2011 18:07

    Houston, TX - Dinner @ Irma's - already finished the tamale, now enchiladas & taco. Plus Irma's lemonde. Wow - a taste bud treat!

    Posted: 12 months ago

  • Friday 4 Feb 2011 15:15

    Houston, TX - Downtown skyline from bike path (which has been a little sketchy). Fortunately, no icy spots on route to Inn at the Ballpark.

    Posted: 12 months ago

  • Thursday 3 Feb 2011 20:15

    West Houston, TX - Arrived safely @ Motel 6. First 24 miles to Sealy were miserable, freezing. Next 38 were so much better - less wind/cold.

    Posted: 1 year ago

  • Thursday 3 Feb 2011 9:54

    Columbus, TX - Getting late start - walking out door discovered rear tire flat. Thank goodness got to change in warm room. Snow forecasted.

    Posted: 1 year ago

  • Wednesday 2 Feb 2011 21:54

    Columbus, TX - Well, have had gr8 weather - until now. Cold, sleet & snow being forecasted for 2morrow. Am heading to Katy & on to Houston?

    Posted: 1 year ago

  • Wednesday 2 Feb 2011 18:12

    Columbus, TX - Short day. 24 degrees when departed this a.m. Surprisingly, was overdressed when I stopped for lunch got chilled & stopped.

    Posted: 1 year ago

  • Tuesday 1 Feb 2011 17:59

    La Grange, TX - "The Best Small Town in Texas". Cold day but good ride as tailwind pushed me along. Think I am going to continue south.

    Posted: 1 year ago

  • Tuesday 1 Feb 2011 13:51

    E. Austin, TX - Visited Vox Veniae on Sunday - great worship & community! Stopped by today on my way out of town & talked to Gideon & Paul.

    Posted: 1 year ago

  • Monday 31 Jan 2011 22:20

    Austin, TX - Missed Jeff Green '88 (Dartmouth) in Richmond but saw him here after Glenn picked him up in San Antonio after his conference.

    Posted: 1 year ago

  • Monday 31 Jan 2011 15:27

    Austin, TX - Have spent several days with Lucke's - Glenn, Stephanie & Elliott. Great family - have fed me great food until ready to burst.

    Posted: 1 year ago

  • Saturday 29 Jan 2011 13:16

    Austin, TX - Stopped @ Jack & Adam's Bicycles for maintenance & install of 3rd set of tires. Great shop & service! Thanks guys!

    Posted: 1 year ago

  • Friday 28 Jan 2011 16:13

    Austin, TX - View of part of downtown skyline from Lance Armstrong Bikeway. Did not however see Lance. Great ride today - arrived safely!

    Posted: 1 year ago

  • Friday 28 Jan 2011 9:59

    Stonewall, TX - Lyndon B. Johnson State Park: Just riding by - no time to visit. Understand that park is a working ranch. Making good time!

    Posted: 1 year ago

  • Friday 28 Jan 2011 7:59

    Fredericksburg, TX - Grabbing a big breakfast before getting on road to Austin & Lucke's. Already sore so Hill Country could be challenge.

    Posted: 1 year ago

  • Thursday 27 Jan 2011 17:36

    Fredericksburg, TX - Very unusual town - founded by Germans so town is mixture of German & Texas influences - unique! Pretty tired today.

    Posted: 1 year ago

  • Thursday 27 Jan 2011 17:31

    Fredericksburg, TX - Did not eat here but appreciated their artwork. Had tire go flat earlier so put in new tube - always a pain. Nice day!

    Posted: 1 year ago

  • Thursday 27 Jan 2011 10:29

    Junction, TX - Main Street in small town America. Just getting on road - a little late. Nice night @ The Legends Inn. Now to Fredericksburg.

    Posted: 1 year ago

  • Wednesday 26 Jan 2011 19:41

    Junction, TX - Made it! Picture is of my reward - Sausage & BBQ Beef Brisket. Saw numerous deer, sheep & goats on ride today.

    Posted: 1 year ago

  • Wednesday 26 Jan 2011 8:07

    Route for today - long one so getting started early & is only 21 degrees so hope do not freeze. Good Texas BBQ awaits in Junction!

    Posted: 1 year ago

  • Tuesday 25 Jan 2011 16:41

    Ozana, TX - Hitchin' Post Steakhouse: Had really good chicken fried steak for lunch/dinner & enjoyed chatting w/ waitress.

    Posted: 1 year ago

  • Tuesday 25 Jan 2011 14:22

    Ozona, TX - Crockett County Courthouse & statue of pioneer family - maybe Davy Crockett & his family?

    Posted: 1 year ago

  • Tuesday 25 Jan 2011 10:25

    Iraan, TX - Looking back @ Iraan after a big climb after crossing Pecos River. Stayed @ Trail West Lodge when could not find county park.

    Posted: 1 year ago

  • Monday 24 Jan 2011 14:00

    West Texas - Met Jason as he was headed west. He has been on the road since July - started in Eugene, OR & finishing in San Fran. Very nice!

    Posted: 1 year ago

  • Monday 24 Jan 2011 13:36

    West Texas - Thought this was an interesting landscape. Pumping up tire every 10 miles or so seeing if I can make it to Iraan & change there.

    Posted: 1 year ago

  • Monday 24 Jan 2011 12:38

    West Texas - Finally stopped to take a picture of the mesas that are everywhere here. Also, patched tube not holding air so need to change.

    Posted: 1 year ago

  • Monday 24 Jan 2011 10:21

    Fort Stockton, TX - Chorizo & egg plate @ Pepito's Cafe. Excellent service & food. Discovered flat tire last night - so thankful was not on Saturday!

    Posted: 1 year ago

  • Saturday 22 Jan 2011 19:29

    Fort Stockton, TX - Had great tailwind & beautiful day so bypassed Balmorhea SP & hustled to Motel 6 for first shower in 3 days & rest day.

    Posted: 1 year ago

  • Saturday 22 Jan 2011 15:06

    Balmorhea, TX - Couple of Texas State Troopers waved me over. No arrest - they were just interested in what I was doing. Great guys!

    Posted: 1 year ago

  • Saturday 22 Jan 2011 11:11

    Plateau, TX - "Campground" for night - old gas pump island behind truck stop. Wind picked up overnight & almost blew me away. ;-)

    Posted: 1 year ago

  • Friday 21 Jan 2011 19:00

    Plateau, TX - Plateau consists of truck stop, restaurant & bar - all in one building. Am camping behind building. Nice view though!

    Posted: 1 year ago

  • Thursday 20 Jan 2011 12:08

    Hudspeth County, TX - Back on the road w/ new rear wheel. In West Texas farm country battling a strong headwind. Hope to make Sierra Blanca.

    Posted: 1 year ago

  • Sunday 16 Jan 2011 19:13

    El Paso, TX - Bad day/Good day. Had some mechanical problems. Fortunately, made it back to El Paso & bike shop. Hope to be back on road Wed.

    Posted: 1 year ago

  • Sunday 16 Jan 2011 8:08

    El Paso, TX - My "Costume" for cold weather riding. Scary, huh?

    Posted: 1 year ago

  • Sunday 16 Jan 2011 6:58

    El Paso, TX - Ready to enjoy my Texas-shaped waffle @ Comfort Inn. Rest day yesterday - headed to Sierra Blanca today. Long day of 80 miles.

    Posted: 1 year ago

  • Friday 14 Jan 2011 11:46

    El Paso, TX - A great view of the mountains between Las Cruces & El Paso. So happy I am not traveling the road up between the two peaks!

    Posted: 1 year ago

  • Friday 14 Jan 2011 11:40

    Canutillo, TX - Now in Texas - state #30. Great ride so far - downhill thru pecan groves, horse farms & a couple of vineyards.

    Posted: 1 year ago

  • Thursday 13 Jan 2011 13:56

    Las Cruces, NM - Crossed the Rio Grande River heading into Las Cruces - not so impressive here. First river in a while w/ any water at all.

    Posted: 1 year ago

  • Thursday 13 Jan 2011 13:32

    Las Cruces, NM - Huge descent into the city - always good! Love backdrop of mountains behind Las Cruces. Ride was downhill & flat today.

    Posted: 1 year ago

  • Thursday 13 Jan 2011 12:56

    Las Cruces, NM - Will the dangers never cease on this trip? No hitchhikers but was chased by dogs twice today & they looked hungry. ;-)

    Posted: 1 year ago

  • Wednesday 12 Jan 2011 14:02

    Dust Storms - Have seen this sign several times. Usually followed by another "Zero Visibility Possible". Fortunately, have not experienced.

    Posted: 1 year ago

  • Wednesday 12 Jan 2011 12:04

    Continental Divide - Crossing again. Little easier than it was up north - very gradual climb up from Lordsburg, NM. Easier day - 63 miles.

    Posted: 1 year ago

  • Tuesday 11 Jan 2011 15:42

    Entering New Mexico - state #29. Wind not being helpful today chance I won't make it to Lordsburg while sun is still shining. Long day!

    Posted: 1 year ago

  • Tuesday 11 Jan 2011 13:36

    San Simon, AZ - This has been typical of the scenery today. Early start as covering 74 miles today to Lordsburg - 29 degrees at departure.

    Posted: 1 year ago

  • Monday 10 Jan 2011 23:03

    Willcox, AZ - Glad I stayed @ Motel 6 & caught the BCS game. Congrats to all of the Auburn fans!

    Posted: 1 year ago

  • Monday 10 Jan 2011 13:14

    Dragoon, AZ - Lots of rocks, desert & mountains but traveling I-10 grade not bad. This area was home to Apaches, Cochise & Geronimo.

    Posted: 1 year ago

  • Sunday 9 Jan 2011 14:50

    Benson, AZ - I'm in the wild west - only 26 miles from Tombstone, AZ. Another short day - will be 38 miles again. Traveled on I-10 mostly.

    Posted: 1 year ago

  • Saturday 8 Jan 2011 19:05

    Very sad - the shooting tragedy in Tucson was on my route today. I was there about an hour after. Am praying for victims and perpetrator.

    Posted: 1 year ago

  • Saturday 8 Jan 2011 14:51

    Tucson, AZ - Plane graveyard @ Davis-Monthan AFB. Incredible # and variety of military aircraft. Beautiful day today - high in upper 60's.

    Posted: 1 year ago

  • Saturday 8 Jan 2011 10:48

    Oro Valley, AZ - Back on the road! Thanks to Oro Valley Bicycles for working on "The Machine" (my bike) while I was on Holiday Hiatus.

    Posted: 1 year ago

  • Friday 10 Dec 2010 11:38

    Catalina, AZ - Bill & Linda Sweeney, family friends from Dad's Kodak days, are putting me up until I fly home for Holiday Hiatus. Thanks!

    Posted: 1 year, 1 month ago

  • Thursday 9 Dec 2010 12:30

    Open Road, USA - Ran across Gene Glasscock & team today. He was visiting w/ Marliss another traveler (car). He covers about 10 miles/day.

    Posted: 1 year, 1 month ago

  • Thursday 9 Dec 2010 11:00

    Pinal Pioneer Trail, AZ - Amazed at all various types of cactus in desert. Also, for friends experiencing cold weather - is low 70's here.

    Posted: 1 year, 1 month ago

  • Thursday 9 Dec 2010 8:46

    Florence, AZ - Pinal County Courthouse: Loved the old courthouse w/ orange and palm trees in front. Headed to family friends the Sweeney's.

    Posted: 1 year, 1 month ago

  • Wednesday 8 Dec 2010 12:48

    Sacaton, AZ - St. Ann Catholic Church: Another one of those scenes for me - the church in the desert. Headed to Florence for the night.

    Posted: 1 year, 1 month ago

  • Tuesday 7 Dec 2010 9:33

    Garden City, AZ - Thought this was a great desert scene w/ adobe house, cactus and mountain in the background. Headed to Tempe.

    Posted: 1 year, 1 month ago

  • Tuesday 7 Dec 2010 8:17

    Wickenburg, AZ - Town has number of life-sized bronze statues - these 2 were my favorites - that go w/ western feel of town. On to Phoenix!

    Posted: 1 year, 1 month ago

  • Monday 6 Dec 2010 14:23

    Aguila, AZ - Scenery has not changed much today - this is what it has looked like for 40+ miles. Imagine same for next 20 into Wickenburg.

    Posted: 1 year, 1 month ago

  • Monday 6 Dec 2010 7:18

    Hope, AZ - Ramblin' Road RV Park: Missed sunrise by 30" but the sky is still spectacular! Headed to Wickenburg today.

    Posted: 1 year, 2 months ago

  • Sunday 5 Dec 2010 15:22

    Brenda, AZ - Flat mountain tops remind me of Table Mountain in Cape Town, South Africa. I wonder how they are created.

    Posted: 1 year, 2 months ago

  • Sunday 5 Dec 2010 12:06

    Quartzsite, AZ - These type of Cacti I associate with deserts & cowboy movies. In addition am back to Mountain time zone.

    Posted: 1 year, 2 months ago

  • Sunday 5 Dec 2010 11:05

    Ehrenberg, AZ - The dangers never cease on this journey! ;-) Fortunately, have not yet come across rattle snake or scorpion here in desert.

    Posted: 1 year, 2 months ago

  • Sunday 5 Dec 2010 10:15

    Colorado River - Somewhere up there is the Grand Canyon. Unfortunately, I will not see on this trip. River is bigger than I expected.

    Posted: 1 year, 2 months ago

  • Sunday 5 Dec 2010 10:12

    Arizona State Line - Entering 28th state of tour. Had California omelet for breakfast in honor of great time in CA. Good rest day y'day.

    Posted: 1 year, 2 months ago

  • Friday 3 Dec 2010 6:09

    Palo Verde, CA - Up early & got to see this beautiful sunrise across Colorado River. Arizona is on other side of river - be there on Sunday.

    Posted: 1 year, 2 months ago

  • Thursday 2 Dec 2010 16:24

    Palo Verde, CA - This is sunset got to enjoy as neared camp. Will be 66 mile day - would have been regular day this summer, now a long one!

    Posted: 1 year, 2 months ago

  • Thursday 2 Dec 2010 13:27

    Middle of nowhere, CA - The only way out - seems up. Oh well! At least the Colorado River, that formed Grand Canyon, is on the other side.

    Posted: 1 year, 2 months ago

  • Thursday 2 Dec 2010 11:16

    Imperial Dunes Recreation Area, CA - Now this what I pictured the desert like. Have seen several dune buggies @ ATV's out on the dunes.

    Posted: 1 year, 2 months ago

  • Thursday 2 Dec 2010 10:39

    Brawley, CA - Another danger avoided, this area is a practice bombing area for NAF. WARNING for unexploded ordinance off pavement.

    Posted: 1 year, 2 months ago

  • Thursday 2 Dec 2010 10:17

    Brawley, CA - Getting a little show as I ride this morning from a couple of jets from NAF - El Centro where the Blue Angels winter. A treat!

    Posted: 1 year, 2 months ago

  • Wednesday 1 Dec 2010 9:43

    Ocotillo, CA - A pic of desert - pretty barren. Turning into credit card tourer again - low of 32 last night. Motel was "basic" to be kind.

    Posted: 1 year, 2 months ago

  • Tuesday 30 Nov 2010 16:32

    Ocotillo, CA - Yuha Desert: First desert. Just had great 9 mile descent on I-8 from 3,000 ft down to under 1,000. Much better than earlier!

    Posted: 1 year, 2 months ago

  • Tuesday 30 Nov 2010 14:20

    Jacumba, CA - Peering over into Mexico - fence that separates two countries can be seen. Weather has improved @ lower elevations, thankfully.

    Posted: 1 year, 2 months ago

  • Tuesday 30 Nov 2010 13:52

    Bankhead Springs, CA - Totally new landscape. Unfortunately, wind has been worst on the trip so far & pretty chilly. Ascending some more.

    Posted: 1 year, 2 months ago

  • Monday 29 Nov 2010 17:02

    Viejas, CA - Sunset from 3,000 ft. Can still see the ocean. Pic does not do view justice. Headed to Pine Valley - will be riding in dark.

    Posted: 1 year, 2 months ago

  • Monday 29 Nov 2010 16:32

    Viejas Indian Reservation, CA - Sun setting on the mountains turning them orange. And supposed to drop into 20's 2nite - heading to motel.

    Posted: 1 year, 2 months ago

  • Monday 29 Nov 2010 12:18

    El Cajon, CA - Have "officially" started trip back East. In the background you can see a mountain, the flat pacific coast is now behind me!

    Posted: 1 year, 2 months ago

  • Monday 29 Nov 2010 10:43

    San Diego, CA - Qualcomm Stadium: Continuing on theme of sports venues. Home of the Chargers. I am little under the weather today :-(

    Posted: 1 year, 2 months ago

  • Saturday 27 Nov 2010 17:10

    San Diego, CA - Riding along Mission Bay as night falls. Headed for hotel & day off tomorrow.

    Posted: 1 year, 2 months ago

  • Saturday 27 Nov 2010 14:13

    Carlsbad, CA - Another coastal view. Road along beach in Oceanside. Encinitas, Solana Beach, Del Mar, Torrey Pines & La Jolla all coming up.

    Posted: 1 year, 2 months ago

  • Saturday 27 Nov 2010 12:58

    Camp Pendleton - Main Gate: Just crossed my first marine base & am thankful for those who serve to protect & defend our country & its peace!

    Posted: 1 year, 2 months ago

  • Friday 26 Nov 2010 15:57

    Dana Point, CA - Doheny State Beach (again!) - Much nicer day this time. Congrats to Mom & all the other Auburn fans on win over the Tide.

    Posted: 1 year, 2 months ago

  • Friday 26 Nov 2010 13:58

    Laguna Beach, CA - Love how the homes are cut into the hillside! Bad thing about this trip is all of the covetousness it stirs up. ;-)

    Posted: 1 year, 2 months ago

  • Friday 26 Nov 2010 12:24

    Newport Beach, CA - Beautiful day & everyone is out enjoying - boats, kayaks, surfers, bikers, runners, walkers etc! Great day to be riding!

    Posted: 1 year, 2 months ago

  • Friday 26 Nov 2010 9:46

    Long Beach, CA - Great Thanksgiving & visit w/ Brooks family! Bob & Bev were wonderful hosts & great to meet their daughters & families. Stephanie in picture w/ husband, Steve, & son, Gradin. Daughter, Sophia, not in picture.

    Posted: 1 year, 2 months ago

  • Wednesday 24 Nov 2010 16:15

    Costa Mesa, CA - Relatives @ birthday - Bob, Mary & Jim are my great-grandmother's niece & nephews. This trip is first time I have met them.

    Posted: 1 year, 2 months ago

  • Wednesday 24 Nov 2010 14:30

    Costa Mesa, CA - Visiting Bob & Bev Brooks. Bob is member of Orange County Model Engineer's club & hosted his granddaughter's birthday.

    Posted: 1 year, 2 months ago

  • Monday 22 Nov 2010 11:50

    Garden Grove, CA - The Crystal Cathedral: A little off-route but being so close had to stop by. Friends, Larry & Joanie, used to work here.

    Posted: 1 year, 2 months ago

  • Monday 22 Nov 2010 11:09

    Anaheim, CA - Angel Stadium, home of the Anaheim Angels. Just passed the Honda Center where the Ducks play. On the Santa Ana River Trail.

    Posted: 1 year, 2 months ago

  • Monday 22 Nov 2010 7:13

    Corona, CA - Cold departure this morning - in the mid 30's. Thought snow in the mountains was good proof. Now thawing out in a diner.

    Posted: 1 year, 2 months ago

  • Sunday 21 Nov 2010 20:34

    Corona, CA - Tom & Jamie, graciously hosted for 3 days in new home - originally planned to visit for a night. Worked w/ Tom in Atlanta.

    Posted: 1 year, 2 months ago

  • Friday 19 Nov 2010 8:39

    Mission San Juan de Capistrano, CA - Long day so no time to see Mission. Headed to Corona to see Tom Wemhoff, friend I worked w/ @ Manheim.

    Posted: 1 year, 2 months ago

  • Thursday 18 Nov 2010 15:33

    Dana Point, CA - Doheny State Park: Hope you can see sailboats in photo. The haze never really lifted so no pics again. Still nice day!

    Posted: 1 year, 2 months ago

  • Thursday 18 Nov 2010 10:39

    Huntington Beach, CA - A little foggy this a.m. but a few surfers are out. Speaking of foggy, missed staying with relatives in Long Beach because gave them wrong phone #.

    Posted: 1 year, 2 months ago

  • Wednesday 17 Nov 2010 14:04

    Hermosa Beach, CA - Road thru Marina Del Rey then road The Strand & have ridden along Pacific thru Manhattan Beach & now @ Hermosa Beach.

    Posted: 1 year, 2 months ago

  • Wednesday 17 Nov 2010 12:10

    Santa Monica, CA - Santa Monica Pier.

    Posted: 1 year, 2 months ago

  • Wednesday 17 Nov 2010 12:08

    Santa Monica, CA - Much earlier in trip asked about historic Route 66. Well, today finally rode on it from Beverly Hills into Santa Monica.

    Posted: 1 year, 2 months ago

  • Wednesday 17 Nov 2010 11:47

    Santa Monica, CA - Rode thru Hollywood - crossed Sunset Blvd and Vine St - & Beverly Hills - crossed Rodeo Dr and Wilshire Blvd. No pics :-(

    Posted: 1 year, 2 months ago

  • Wednesday 17 Nov 2010 8:27

    Eagle Rock, CA - Re-connected w/ Steve Kennedy, friend from NYC. Steve is now an Anglican priest & works @ L.A. Mission. A truly good guy!

    Posted: 1 year, 2 months ago

  • Tuesday 16 Nov 2010 11:48

    Pasadena, CA - Rose Bowl: My friend, Steve Kennedy, lives about 4 miles from here & recommended a visit. Being sports fan I am glad I did.

    Posted: 1 year, 2 months ago

  • Monday 15 Nov 2010 11:11

    Simi Valley, CA - Leaving via Santa Susana Pass after spending wknd- primarily to attend Cornerstone Church. Should be easier than Friday.

    Posted: 1 year, 2 months ago

  • Friday 12 Nov 2010 13:10

    Malibu - still climbing but get views like this - Amazing! Catalina Island is in the distance. At points have seen L.A. thru the smog.

    Posted: 1 year, 2 months ago

  • Friday 12 Nov 2010 13:05

    Malibu, CA - Starting the climb over Santa Monica Mountains, this is the view looking back towards Malibu! Long, winding, steep climb ahead!

    Posted: 1 year, 2 months ago

  • Friday 12 Nov 2010 9:27

    Malibu, CA - Headed into Malibu. Wow - homes along the beach have a pretty nice view! From here will head to Simi Valley & rest for weekend.

    Posted: 1 year, 2 months ago

  • Thursday 11 Nov 2010 15:21

    Malibu, CA - Pt. Mugu SP: Another view from PCH of coast - Santa Monica Mountains are on the left. About 11 miles to go to Leo Carillo SP.

    Posted: 1 year, 2 months ago

  • Thursday 11 Nov 2010 11:43

    Ventura, CA - The Old Mission San Buenaventura: Or maybe this is why it's GOD's country?! Riding around town now.

    Posted: 1 year, 2 months ago

  • Thursday 11 Nov 2010 11:03

    Ventura, CA - John Drescher, friend from college who is from here, called this God's country. Now understand why. Sun, sand, surfing - nice!

    Posted: 1 year, 2 months ago

  • Thursday 11 Nov 2010 10:17

    Mussel Shoals, CA - Riding in bike lane on freeway with the ocean right next to me. Only in California! Trying to make Malibu. Great day!

    Posted: 1 year, 2 months ago

  • Wednesday 10 Nov 2010 16:58

    Carpinteria State Beach, CA - Very disappointed - campsite must be 200 yds from this view. Refugio spoiled me! ;-)

    Posted: 1 year, 2 months ago

  • Wednesday 10 Nov 2010 14:39

    Santa Barbara, CA - Okay, who wants to be me now? What a view from beside the pier! Beautiful day - on to Carpinteria Beach.

    Posted: 1 year, 2 months ago

  • Wednesday 10 Nov 2010 14:13

    Mission Santa Barbara, CA - Missed La Purisima Mission in Lompoc so definitely wanted to ride by this one. Will go inside another time.

    Posted: 1 year, 2 months ago

  • Wednesday 10 Nov 2010 13:40

    Santa Barbara, CA - Taqueria El Bajio: Found by googling "hole in the wall" & reading NY Times article returned. Adobada (pork) Tortas -Yum!

    Posted: 1 year, 2 months ago

  • Wednesday 10 Nov 2010 11:17

    Isla Vista, CA - After all these miles of biking my bike has found a place where it feels at home - U of California @ Santa Barbara campus.

    Posted: 1 year, 2 months ago

  • Wednesday 10 Nov 2010 6:13

    Goleta, CA - Refugio State Beach: Sunrise from the beach. Awesome! Not too hard to get up early when it's dark before 6pm & in bed by 7pm.

    Posted: 1 year, 2 months ago

  • Tuesday 9 Nov 2010 16:49

    Goleta, CA - Refugio State Beach : The sun going down - taken about 5 yds from my wind-blown campsite. Just beautiful!

    Posted: 1 year, 2 months ago

  • Tuesday 9 Nov 2010 16:11

    Goleta, CA - Refugio State Beach : This is the view 15 yds from my campsite. I like it! Hiker/Biker site fee was whopping $10 but worth it.

    Posted: 1 year, 2 months ago

  • Tuesday 9 Nov 2010 15:34

    Goleta, CA - Back to the Pacific Coast once again. Beautiful 60 degree day! Headed to Refugio State Beach to camp & feeling pretty good.

    Posted: 1 year, 2 months ago

  • Tuesday 9 Nov 2010 12:20

    Solvang, CA - Cute little town that looks like a Danish village. @ Paula's Pancake House where having danish pancakes w/ fresh strawberries.

    Posted: 1 year, 2 months ago

  • Tuesday 9 Nov 2010 11:16

    Lompoc, CA - Back on the road - arrived in Lompoc after dark & as rain was starting. Stopped @ Motel 6 & then fell victim to 24 hour bug.

    Posted: 1 year, 2 months ago

  • Sunday 7 Nov 2010 14:10

    Guadalupe, CA - Thought map was fun - only 301 miles to San Diego according to this. Weather & health kept me inside yesterday in SLO. :-(

    Posted: 1 year, 2 months ago

  • Friday 5 Nov 2010 13:24

    Cayucos, CA - Car Show is tomorrow - a lot passed me on my way into town. Nice little town.

    Posted: 1 year, 3 months ago

  • Friday 5 Nov 2010 11:31

    Cambria, CA - Very foggy this morning & it is just now burning off. Headed to San Luis Obispo or Pismo Beach & a day off.

    Posted: 1 year, 3 months ago

  • Thursday 4 Nov 2010 17:45

    San Simeon - Campground is just 1/2 mile away but had to stop & take this pic of sunset with the palm trees.

    Posted: 1 year, 3 months ago

  • Thursday 4 Nov 2010 16:46

    San Simeon, CA - Rode past viewing area for Elephant Seals. Fortunately, there were some in next cove. They turn white when they dry off.

    Posted: 1 year, 3 months ago

  • Thursday 4 Nov 2010 15:49

    San Simeon, CA - Thing that I love about this view other than it is picturesque - it is relatively flat. Been up & down all day - ouch!

    Posted: 1 year, 3 months ago

  • Thursday 4 Nov 2010 11:36

    Lucia, CA - Thought this was a pretty spectacular view looking north back up the coast so I had to stop & take the pic.

    Posted: 1 year, 3 months ago

  • Thursday 4 Nov 2010 10:23

    Big Sur, CA - Another view of the coast. Trying to go 70 miles today so may not take many pics.

    Posted: 1 year, 3 months ago

  • Thursday 4 Nov 2010 9:33

    Big Sur, CA - Silhouette is of Greg who I met yesterday & ran into again today. Was initially trying to get picture of coast in background.

    Posted: 1 year, 3 months ago

  • Wednesday 3 Nov 2010 16:16

    Carmel-by-the-Sea, CA - Another incredible view from quite a ways up - having just climbed up here. 12.2 m to Julia Pfeiffer SP!

    Posted: 1 year, 3 months ago

  • Wednesday 3 Nov 2010 14:49

    Carmel-by-the-Sea, CA - Another pic I could not resist stopping & taking. Need some ugly landscape ahead so I can cover some ground. ;-)

    Posted: 1 year, 3 months ago

  • Wednesday 3 Nov 2010 14:01

    Carmel Highlands, CA - Stopped here for some bread & cheese. Pretty nice view. Definitely being a tourist today & taking my time.

    Posted: 1 year, 3 months ago

  • Wednesday 3 Nov 2010 11:05

    Pebble Beach, CA - Could not pass up this shot - absolutely stunning! So glad took advice & took the longer, flatter, more scenic route.

    Posted: 1 year, 3 months ago

  • Wednesday 3 Nov 2010 11:03

    Pebble Beach, CA - Can you tell? Not sure what hole on which course this is but it is pretty spectacular! No time (or $) to play 18. ;-)

    Posted: 1 year, 3 months ago

  • Wednesday 3 Nov 2010 10:01

    Pacific Grove, CA - On the road again. Was rushing to Simi Valley for church @ Cornerstone on Sunday but decided to slow down & enjoy trip.

    Posted: 1 year, 3 months ago

  • Tuesday 2 Nov 2010 18:10

    Monterey, CA - Tuesday Night Farmer's Market. Met Larry on way into town he showed me best route, pointed me to camp & told me about this.

    Posted: 1 year, 3 months ago

  • Tuesday 2 Nov 2010 14:17

    Sand City, CA - Larry, my impromptu bike guide into Monterey said this was the primo view - I think he was right.

    Posted: 1 year, 3 months ago

  • Tuesday 2 Nov 2010 13:58

    Seaside, CA - Followed some local bikers off "official" bike trail & hoping this road closer to coast will take me to where I need to be.

    Posted: 1 year, 3 months ago

  • Tuesday 2 Nov 2010 12:20

    Moss Landing, CA - Just had lunch @ Moss Landing Cafe. Mom, do you think this town was founded by your family members on the West Coast?

    Posted: 1 year, 3 months ago

  • Tuesday 2 Nov 2010 11:01

    Pajaro, CA - Strange to see farm land next to ocean. Did not see this on east coast. Smell of strawberries was wonderful as I rode by.

    Posted: 1 year, 3 months ago

  • Monday 1 Nov 2010 18:01

    Santa Cruz, CA - Seemed like a nice town - wish I more time to explore. So much for seeing sunset @ Sunset Beach State Park. ;-)

    Posted: 1 year, 3 months ago

  • Monday 1 Nov 2010 15:29

    Just entered Santa Cruz county and this is the view down the coast. Looks like I will be riding in the dark as am moving slow.

    Posted: 1 year, 3 months ago

  • Monday 1 Nov 2010 13:34

    San Gregorio SP, CA - Just had lunch & headed down the coast. Just started having some rolling hills so will see what kind of time I make.

    Posted: 1 year, 3 months ago

  • Monday 1 Nov 2010 10:09

    Half Moon Bay SP, CA - View from about 30 yards from my camp site. Not bad! Down down the coast along Hwy 1 - the Pacific Coast Hwy (PCH).

    Posted: 1 year, 3 months ago

  • Monday 1 Nov 2010 7:43

    A new blog post - "Answers to Questions" @ http://glorystoriesfromther... where I answer questions my Mom's friend sent me.

    Posted: 1 year, 3 months ago

  • Sunday 31 Oct 2010 17:58

    Half Moon Bay, CA - The Flying Fish Grill: Ate here a few years ago & liked it so much I came back. A little pricey but good fresh seafood!

    Posted: 1 year, 3 months ago

  • Sunday 31 Oct 2010 17:51

    Half Moon Bay, CA - Shot of Main Street. Was here several years ago as I headed to coast after some training @ Oracle in Redwood Shores.

    Posted: 1 year, 3 months ago

  • Sunday 31 Oct 2010 9:20

    Atherton, CA - Stayed w/ Amy & Bill Hsieh, friends from college, their kids - Hannah, William & Charlie. Great time w/ them!

    Posted: 1 year, 3 months ago

  • Friday 29 Oct 2010 15:24

    Palo Alto, CA - Hoover Tower: Loved Dartmouth & friends I made there but am definitely envious of weather that Stanford students enjoy.

    Posted: 1 year, 3 months ago

  • Friday 29 Oct 2010 15:13

    Palo Alto, CA - Stanford Memorial Church: Walked, not biked, over to Stanford campus from my friend's - Bill & Amy Hsieh - house nearby.

    Posted: 1 year, 3 months ago

  • Thursday 28 Oct 2010 15:57

    Redwood City, CA - Can't believe route today has gone to Oracle HQ. There has been healing on pilgrimage as no bile came up as I neared. ;-)

    Posted: 1 year, 3 months ago

  • Thursday 28 Oct 2010 14:25

    Burlingame, CA - Looking back across SF Bay - airport is to the left and city is to the right.

    Posted: 1 year, 3 months ago

  • Thursday 28 Oct 2010 8:49

    San Francisco, CA - Corner of California & Stockton - can see top of Transamerica building & Bay Bridge. Just missed passing Trolley Car.

    Posted: 1 year, 3 months ago

  • Thursday 28 Oct 2010 7:52

    San Francisco, CA - Creperie St. Germaine: Had delicious Chocolate, Almond, Coconut Crepe @ this cart - yummy! Felt very urbane.

    Posted: 1 year, 3 months ago

  • Wednesday 27 Oct 2010 17:42

    San Francisco, CA - AT&T Park: Game 1 of World Series - SF Giants vs Texas Rangers. No one offered me a free ticket so on to hotel. ;-)

    Posted: 1 year, 3 months ago

  • Wednesday 27 Oct 2010 16:47

    San Francisco, CA - On Golden Gate Bridge. Can you tell was excited to cross it into SF? Headed to Fisherman's Wharf & on to AT&T Park.

    Posted: 1 year, 3 months ago

  • Wednesday 27 Oct 2010 16:40

    Sausalito, CA - Approaching Golden Gate Bridge. Got hotel in SF via Priceline after learning climb to Mt. Tamalpais SP would be about 3 hrs.

    Posted: 1 year, 3 months ago

  • Wednesday 27 Oct 2010 16:23

    Sausalito, CA - View of San Francisco. Exciting to be approaching the city!

    Posted: 1 year, 3 months ago

  • Wednesday 27 Oct 2010 15:45

    Mill Valley, CA - From Camino Alto. Add "Alto" to list of words am afraid to see in street names. Did provide nice view of San Francisco.

    Posted: 1 year, 3 months ago

  • Wednesday 27 Oct 2010 11:10

    Petaluma, CA - Steve, Jerry, Michael & Brian - Jerry, a fellow adventurer, invited me for a cup of coffee & met all these characters. Great!

    Posted: 1 year, 3 months ago

  • Wednesday 27 Oct 2010 9:42

    Petaluma, CA - Pam & Bob live just north of Petaluma. I am heading thru on my way to San Francisco. I hear there are hills ahead.

    Posted: 1 year, 3 months ago

  • Wednesday 27 Oct 2010 9:40

    Penngrove, CA - Had a great time w/ Pam & Bob Rowen-Herzog & their boys - Silas, Ezra & Arlo. So busy catching up I forgot to take a photo.

    Posted: 1 year, 3 months ago

  • Monday 25 Oct 2010 15:15

    Napa Valley, CA - One of my "artistic" pics. Thought the vineyard, hills in the background and beautiful blue sky were too good to pass up.

    Posted: 1 year, 3 months ago

  • Monday 25 Oct 2010 13:36

    Napa, CA - First Street: Missed Napa on my first pass so decided to swing thru on my second. Had lunch nearby.

    Posted: 1 year, 3 months ago

  • Monday 25 Oct 2010 10:38

    Benicia-Martinez Bridge - View toward Bay. Great time w/ Goodriches, now headed to Petaluma to see Pam Rowen-Herzog & her family.

    Posted: 1 year, 3 months ago

  • Saturday 23 Oct 2010 19:33

    Walnut Creek, CA - Dinner w/ Goodrich family - Ryan, Jessie, Mr. & Mrs. Goodrich, Patrick & Gryphon @ Sasa - Japanese/Sushi. Yum!

    Posted: 1 year, 3 months ago

  • Friday 22 Oct 2010 13:36

    Pleasant Hill, CA - Lunch @ Kinder's w/ Mr. Goodrich. Had the Famous Ball Tip sandwich. Delicious! Earlier went to REI to replace some gear.

    Posted: 1 year, 3 months ago

  • Thursday 21 Oct 2010 16:58

    Clayton, CA - Entering Clayton where good family friends, the Goodriches, live. Mt. Diablo is in background. Am taking a few days off here.

    Posted: 1 year, 3 months ago

  • Thursday 21 Oct 2010 14:13

    Benicia, CA - Met Nancy on road & she was kind enough to act as tour guide for a while & get me to Benecia-Martinez Bridge. Thanks Nancy!

    Posted: 1 year, 3 months ago

  • Wednesday 20 Oct 2010 16:01

    Oakville, CA - Silver Oak Cellars, Napa Valley Estate: For some of my wine connoisseur friends this is a destination greatly to be desired.

    Posted: 1 year, 3 months ago

  • Wednesday 20 Oct 2010 15:05

    St. Helena, CA - V. Sattui Winery: Had lunch here after a couple of recommendations regarding their deli & picnic grounds. Excellent!

    Posted: 1 year, 3 months ago

  • Wednesday 20 Oct 2010 12:51

    Napa Valley, CA - Headed out of Calistoga - sun is now shining. Thought this was a great view!

    Posted: 1 year, 3 months ago

  • Wednesday 20 Oct 2010 12:24

    Backtracked to Calistoga, CA - Aaron @ Calistoga Bikeshop did some unplanned work on my bike. Also, talked to Margaux of Enoteca Wine Shop.

    Posted: 1 year, 3 months ago

  • Wednesday 20 Oct 2010 10:56

    Napa Valley, CA - Twomey Estate - I think this is family that owns Silver Oak also. Foggy morning in wine country - hope it burns off!

    Posted: 1 year, 3 months ago

  • Tuesday 19 Oct 2010 17:01

    Alexander Valley, CA - Silver Oak Vineyard - a favorite wine of some friends. Passed their Alexander Valley Estate earlier & didn't know it.

    Posted: 1 year, 3 months ago

  • Tuesday 19 Oct 2010 13:38

    Cloverdale, CA - Heading into the Alexander Valley. Loved this view after climbing up - grape vines, pond & hills - just beautiful!

    Posted: 1 year, 3 months ago

  • Tuesday 19 Oct 2010 10:10

    Boonville, CA - Camped @ fairgrounds. While in shower an animal marked tent as their territory. Wish I had my rain/pee fly all the way on!

    Posted: 1 year, 3 months ago

  • Monday 18 Oct 2010 17:12

    Philo, CA - Thought this was a nice view. Vineyard to right, hills ahead and road stretching into the distance. Photo may not do it justice.

    Posted: 1 year, 3 months ago

  • Monday 18 Oct 2010 14:28

    Navarro, CA - Rhys Vineyard: First sighting of CA vineyard. Beauutiful 70+ degree day & riding thru Anderson Valley wine country. Lucky me!

    Posted: 1 year, 3 months ago

  • Monday 18 Oct 2010 11:52

    Albion, CA - This German family were @ Van Damme SP last night. Amazing! They are traveling w/ 2 yr old. 2 German women were also there.

    Posted: 1 year, 3 months ago

  • Sunday 17 Oct 2010 18:11

    Mendocino, CA - Very neat little village. Am running late, sorry don't have more time to take in & explore. Love that street looks @ ocean.

    Posted: 1 year, 3 months ago

  • Sunday 17 Oct 2010 13:35

    Shoreline Hwy, CA - Well, am back to the coast.

    Posted: 1 year, 3 months ago

  • Sunday 17 Oct 2010 10:18

    Leggett, CA - Now on Hwy 1 & starting to climb. Good times!

    Posted: 1 year, 3 months ago

  • Saturday 16 Oct 2010 17:07

    I have learned that this is a sign you never want to see as a bicyclist because it always means a climb is ahead.

    Posted: 1 year, 3 months ago

  • Saturday 16 Oct 2010 15:37

    Mendocino County Line, CA - In honor of song by the same name by Lee Ann Womack & Willie Nelson.

    Posted: 1 year, 3 months ago

  • Saturday 16 Oct 2010 14:33

    Garberville, CA - Stopped in town for over-priced pizza but still VERY tasty. This is a shot of main street. Have a climb ahead of me. Fun!

    Posted: 1 year, 3 months ago

  • Friday 15 Oct 2010 15:22

    Avenue of the Giants - Hard to capture magnitude of the Redwoods.

    Posted: 1 year, 3 months ago

  • Friday 15 Oct 2010 13:52

    Avenue of the Giants, CA - This is not even one of the larger trees - it just had enough light I could take the picture.

    Posted: 1 year, 3 months ago

  • Friday 15 Oct 2010 12:52

    Scotia, CA - A former lumber company town. On the left is the Winema Theater that goes back to 1920. Headed for Avenue of the Giants.

    Posted: 1 year, 3 months ago

  • Friday 15 Oct 2010 9:54

    Ferndale, CA - Main Street: On left is The Ivanhoe Restaurant & Saloon where I ate last night. Live music was a lot of fun!

    Posted: 1 year, 3 months ago

  • Thursday 14 Oct 2010 15:33

    Eureka, CA - Hope you can see the big neon sign on the right that says 'Eureka'. Another neat CA town. On my way to Ferndale.

    Posted: 1 year, 3 months ago

  • Thursday 14 Oct 2010 14:33

    Arcata, CA - For those of you getting sick of coastal pics, here is the town square in Arcata - home of Humboldt State University.

    Posted: 1 year, 3 months ago

  • Thursday 14 Oct 2010 12:12

    Trinidad, CA - Luffenholtz Beach: A little picnic w/ meat, cheese, bread & chocolate. I have nothing to complain about. Life is good!

    Posted: 1 year, 3 months ago

  • Thursday 14 Oct 2010 11:12

    Trinidad, CA - Seals or Sea Lions are on left side of this rock & swimming in the water. Back on the road & headed to Ferndale.

    Posted: 1 year, 3 months ago

  • Thursday 14 Oct 2010 7:55

    Patrick's Point SP, CA - Having breakfast @ Patrick's Point just after dawn. Not a bad life. Could hear surf & sea lions from my campsite.

    Posted: 1 year, 3 months ago

  • Wednesday 13 Oct 2010 18:44

    Patrick's Point SP, CA - View from Patrick's Point. Just missed the sunset by seconds - still pretty spectacular. Now time to set-up camp.

    Posted: 1 year, 3 months ago

  • Wednesday 13 Oct 2010 17:41

    Humboldt Lagoons SP, CA - Big Lagoon - Getting close to camp - only 5 or 6 more miles to go to Patrick's Point SP.

    Posted: 1 year, 3 months ago

  • Wednesday 13 Oct 2010 13:46

    Redwood Highway, CA - Coming down from 1,000 ft climb & decided this was a worthy pic to brake for. Have to say CA coast is pretty nice too!

    Posted: 1 year, 3 months ago

  • Wednesday 13 Oct 2010 12:12

    Crescent City, CA - Leaving Crescent City with the fog horn sounding. Loved this view with just a little fog around the coast.

    Posted: 1 year, 3 months ago

  • Wednesday 13 Oct 2010 10:01

    Jedediah Smith SP, CA - Sun streaming thru the trees as I head out of the park & hit the road once more. Looks like a beautiful day!

    Posted: 1 year, 3 months ago

  • Tuesday 12 Oct 2010 17:20

    Jedediah Smith State Park - Smith River: River is 50 yds from campsite. These rapids make a great sound to go to sleep to. Loving nature!

    Posted: 1 year, 3 months ago

  • Tuesday 12 Oct 2010 17:04

    Jedediah Smith State Park, CA - Am among redwoods now - that is a picnic table next to trunk of tree. Wow! Camp is next to Smith River.

    Posted: 1 year, 3 months ago

  • Tuesday 12 Oct 2010 13:19

    California State Line - State #27. No more photos of the OR coast :-( Now CA coast. Met Bentje here - 71 yrs old - going from Seattle to SF.

    Posted: 1 year, 3 months ago

  • Tuesday 12 Oct 2010 12:10

    Brookings, OR - Harris Beach State Park. This was the view about 100 yds from my campsite. Pretty cool! Short ride today to California.

    Posted: 1 year, 3 months ago

  • Monday 11 Oct 2010 17:22

    Samuel H. Boardman State Park, OR - Just crossed highest bridge in OR a minute ago @ 734 ft. up. Thought this was a pretty cool look down.

    Posted: 1 year, 3 months ago

  • Monday 11 Oct 2010 16:16

    Pistol River & Pacific Ocean - It appears that Pistol River runs parallel to ocean here before joining. First time I have seen this.

    Posted: 1 year, 3 months ago

  • Monday 11 Oct 2010 14:01

    Gold Beach, OR - Oregon Coast AGAIN! The photos don't even capture the full beauty.

    Posted: 1 year, 3 months ago

  • Monday 11 Oct 2010 12:23

    Port Orford, OR - Another great shot of the Oregon coast. There are a couple of surfers down in the water - got to be wearing wetsuits!

    Posted: 1 year, 3 months ago

  • Monday 11 Oct 2010 9:54

    Bandon, OR - It is a beautiful morning so back on the road. Oregon coast continues to amaze!

    Posted: 1 year, 3 months ago

  • Sunday 10 Oct 2010 17:35

    Bandon, OR - Waited out some rain today. Back on the road tomorrow.

    Posted: 1 year, 3 months ago

  • Friday 8 Oct 2010 16:33

    Bandon, OR - Must have celebrated too much yesterday. Packed it in after a very short, though steep day. Taking tomorrow off.

    Posted: 1 year, 3 months ago

  • Friday 8 Oct 2010 11:28

    Coos Bay, OR - View across the bay. Beautiful day for riding. Thanks to all for birthday wishes yesterday - so far 45 is pretty good.

    Posted: 1 year, 3 months ago

  • Thursday 7 Oct 2010 12:23

    Winchester Bay, OR - Umpqua Lighthouse: Can just see top of lighthouse thru the trees. Overcast & misting - a good day for a lighthouse.

    Posted: 1 year, 3 months ago

  • Thursday 7 Oct 2010 9:25

    Florence, OR - J. M. Honeyman State Park: Have heard of Yurts but Oregon SP are the first time I've seen them. Still slept in my tent.

    Posted: 1 year, 3 months ago

  • Wednesday 6 Oct 2010 15:01

    Heceta Head, OR - Heceta Head Lighthouse: Sea Lions are swimming down below - can see them & hear them "roaring".

    Posted: 1 year, 4 months ago

  • Wednesday 6 Oct 2010 13:08

    Yachats, OR - Another spectacular view of Oregon coast. Just had lunch in town & rode down to check out the view before hitting the road.

    Posted: 1 year, 4 months ago

  • Wednesday 6 Oct 2010 10:14

    Newport, OR - Yet another grave danger - Tsuanami - that I have gratefully been spared.

    Posted: 1 year, 4 months ago

  • Tuesday 5 Oct 2010 19:02

    South Beach State Park - Camp site is about a quarter mile from here. Nice! Now off to get some seafood for dinner.

    Posted: 1 year, 4 months ago

  • Tuesday 5 Oct 2010 16:13

    View from Otter Crest Loop - Wow!

    Posted: 1 year, 4 months ago

  • Tuesday 5 Oct 2010 15:24

    Boiler Bay, OR - Another of what I am sure will be many pics of the coast.

    Posted: 1 year, 4 months ago

  • Tuesday 5 Oct 2010 14:06

    Lincoln City, OR - First view of the Oregon coast. Looking forward to enjoying more views as I head south.

    Posted: 1 year, 4 months ago

  • Tuesday 5 Oct 2010 12:11

    Rose Lodge, OR - Salmon River: Beautiful day with a beautiful view looking down on the river w/ the sun streaming thru the trees.

    Posted: 1 year, 4 months ago

  • Monday 4 Oct 2010 12:25

    Portland, OR - A view of the Willamette River as am leaving Portland.

    Posted: 1 year, 4 months ago

  • Monday 4 Oct 2010 11:23

    Portland, OR - Had privilege of meeting w/ Trevor Weber of The Mentoring Project (@tmproject) this a.m. Check them out - doing great stuff!

    Posted: 1 year, 4 months ago

  • Sunday 3 Oct 2010 10:22

    Portland, OR - View from Burnside Bridge on my way to 11am service @ImagoDeiPDX. In Pacific NW am learning that 20% rain chance = 100%.

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  • Saturday 2 Oct 2010 8:36

    Portland, OR - Did not sleep well but did drag myself to VooDoo Donuts few blocks away. Guys on College Gameday had donuts from there.

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  • Friday 1 Oct 2010 18:03

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  • Friday 1 Oct 2010 16:09

    Portland, OR - Seattle to Portland is a double century ride. These route markers on road helped immensely when following that route.

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  • Friday 1 Oct 2010 11:53

    Rainier, OR - Lewis & Clark Bridge: Just crossed Columbia River (very wide) into Oregon - state #26. On my way to Portland for a few days.

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  • Friday 1 Oct 2010 11:24

    Longview, WA - Pancake House: Indulged w/ Chocolate Chip Pancakes. Was covered up when I arrived - seems to be local favorite. Good choice!

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  • Thursday 30 Sep 2010 13:41

    Centralia, WA - I liked the look of these buildings.

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  • Wednesday 29 Sep 2010 17:45

    Spanaway, WA - Jeff, Dwayne & Jeff, look familiar? Mt. Ranier - It is 44 miles away & still looks ginormous!

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  • Wednesday 29 Sep 2010 16:17

    Puyallup, WA - If Mt. Ranier erupts, I am toast - literally! ;-)

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  • Wednesday 29 Sep 2010 15:48

    Puyallup, WA - Really liked this mural. Seems like another great town. Missed big fair that ended this past weekend. Heading to Tenino.

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  • Wednesday 29 Sep 2010 13:14

    Kent, WA - Time for lunch thanks to Carol - apple & grapes are in the bag so it is also healthy!

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  • Wednesday 29 Sep 2010 12:42

    Kent, WA - Manheim Seattle: Was riding on Interurban Trail & heard familiar sound of auction. Lo & behold it is a Manheim location.

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  • Wednesday 29 Sep 2010 10:53

    Seattle, WA - Back on the road & riding along Lake Washington. That is Bellevue across the lake. Great couple of weeks off!

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  • Tuesday 28 Sep 2010 12:07

    Seattle, WA - HUGE thanks to folks @ Counterbalance Bicycles for getting my Surly LHT ready for the next leg of the journey!

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  • Tuesday 28 Sep 2010 0:08

    Seattle, WA - Completed the Tometsko Grand Slam - had dinner w/ Mark & Kendall & their kids 2nite. Then attended JustFaith course w/ Mark.

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  • Monday 27 Sep 2010 17:07

    Seattle, WA - Had good fortune of staying with long-time friends Matt & Carol McIlwain & their 3 kids. Have known Matt since high school.

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  • Monday 27 Sep 2010 16:54

    Seattle, WA - View from the McIlwain's deck - Lake Washington and the Northern Cascade Mountains are visible - very nice!

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  • Monday 27 Sep 2010 10:57

    Seattle, WA - University of Washington, Husky Stadium. Had to be fair to PAC-10 after all of the ACC school photos in the southeast.

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  • Monday 27 Sep 2010 9:44

    Seattle, WA - Seattle skyline. Last day here & out for a joy ride in search of new cycling computer. Trying to remember how to ride bike.

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  • Sunday 26 Sep 2010 13:18

    Seattle, WA - At the Seahawks game vs. the Chargers w/ Matt sitting on 50 yd. line on the sixth row. What a treat! Go Seahawks!

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  • Wednesday 22 Sep 2010 12:18

    Seattle, WA - Made it to Seattle & McIlwain's. Currently @ Dick's w/ Carol & Daughter, Madison & friends on way to their school Jog-a-thon

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  • Tuesday 21 Sep 2010 11:28

    Anacortes, WA - Deception Pass, getting ready to cross over onto Whidbey Island on my way to Seattle.

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  • Tuesday 21 Sep 2010 10:02

    Anacortes, WA - Departure breakfast. Karl & Hillary, C & M's daughter and SIL, were good enough to drive down from Bellingham. Great start!

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  • Tuesday 21 Sep 2010 9:03

    Anacortes, WA - My reputation precedes me - the two put together are just about what I eat for breakfast. :-)

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  • Monday 20 Sep 2010 17:27

    Lopez Island, WA - Colin Goode Gallery & Studio - anyone who makes it out to the island should definitely visit! (95 Village Road)

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  • Monday 20 Sep 2010 16:04

    Lopez Island, WA - Home of Colin & Moira Goode along with Moira's sister who was visiting from Cape Town, South Africa. Great hosts!

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  • Sunday 19 Sep 2010 19:07

    Lopez Island, WA - Sunset!

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  • Friday 17 Sep 2010 15:14

    Orcas Island, WA - View from Constitution Hill. Can see Bellingham, Mt. Baker - even see up to Vancouver, Canada. Too cloudy to see Ranier.

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  • Friday 17 Sep 2010 14:00

    Washington Ferry - The view from ferry. Enjoying time off with Goode's. Headed to Orcas Island and up Constitution Hill for the view there.

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  • Wednesday 15 Sep 2010 12:33

    Lopez Island, WA - Seals and/or Sea Lions relaxing on the rocks off of Shark Reef.

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  • Monday 13 Sep 2010 19:19

    Lopez Island Ferry - Sunset from the ferry. What can I say but Wow! Beautiful day and a great sunset to top it all off. Thank you GOD!

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  • Monday 13 Sep 2010 18:52

    Anacortes, WA - View of snow-capped Mt. Baker from ferry. Wow! Taking ferry to Lopez Island, one of the San Juan Islands to visit Goode's!

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  • Monday 13 Sep 2010 16:23

    Anacortes, WA - Made it to Anacortes! View of surrounding mtns from Bike Bridge - just beautiful! Have officially made it to the west coast!

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  • Monday 13 Sep 2010 11:11

    Concrete, WA - Clouds covering up part of the mountain. Pretty cool view!

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  • Monday 13 Sep 2010 11:09

    Marblemount, WA - Sisters' Reunion: Met Patti, Robin & Elizabeth @ Buffalo Run Restaurant. Great talking to them - super nice!

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  • Sunday 12 Sep 2010 14:10

    Rainy Pass - #5 of 5 - all done! True to it's name - it was raining. Appropriate since this side of mtns gets moisture from the Pacific.

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  • Sunday 12 Sep 2010 13:29

    Wahington Pass - #4 of 5 - This is the big one - woo hoo! Did have one spill when my tire slid off pavement & was going so slow fell over.

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  • Sunday 12 Sep 2010 13:16

    Washington Pass - Heading up the Pass with the mountains in the clouds.

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  • Sunday 12 Sep 2010 10:11

    Mazama, WA - Mountain stream, one if the many that I have seen while in the mountains here in Washington.

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  • Sunday 12 Sep 2010 9:29

    Mazama, WA - Starting my ride over the last 2 Passes of this leg of the trip. The pic is Elevation Profile from MapMyRide.com.

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  • Saturday 11 Sep 2010 11:56

    Mazama, WA - Mazama Country Inn: After 4 days of climbing and 3 Mtn Passes - body said "Not Today!" so will tackle final 2 Passes 2morrow.

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  • Friday 10 Sep 2010 17:07

    Winthrop, WA - Methow River Valley: Just trying to capture the layers of mountains. Pretty impressive looking. Getting closer to Mazama.

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  • Friday 10 Sep 2010 16:26

    Winthrop, WA - Very neat little town - probably should have stayed here. Big car show tomorrow so lots of vintage cars on the road.

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  • Friday 10 Sep 2010 15:31

    Twisp River, WA - Got a pic of mountains now here is river shot. Incredible scenery today!

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  • Friday 10 Sep 2010 14:52

    Methow Valley, WA - Missed some pics earlier hoping for better views. Thought this was pretty good with mountains in the background.

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  • Friday 10 Sep 2010 14:23

    Loup Loup Pass - 3 of 4 Passes down. Body saying "Rest Me!!!" because 2nd most difficult is last - trying to figure that out. On to Mazama.

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  • Friday 10 Sep 2010 9:57

    Okanogan, WA - Really liked the name of this town. Stayed in Omak last night. Okanogan was just 3 miles down the road this morning.

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  • Thursday 9 Sep 2010 15:59

    Okanogan Valley - Incredible view as descended into Tonasket but did not get pic - would have had to use brakes. This shot is later.

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  • Thursday 9 Sep 2010 14:29

    Aeneas Valley, WA - Descended into the valley - love descents! Love this view with the mountains ahead - don't think I have to climb these.

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  • Thursday 9 Sep 2010 12:58

    Wauconda Pass, WA - Another Pass, not nearly as bad as yesterday's (not as long or as steep) - plus I stayed dry all day. Yeah!

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  • Wednesday 8 Sep 2010 17:42

    Republic, WA - Becoming credit card tourist - staying at another motel. Took about 15 minutes to go 10 miles earlier when coming down - fun!

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  • Wednesday 8 Sep 2010 16:16

    Sherman Pass, WA - Made it! Took 5 hours to climb 23 miles. Got steeper as I went up. Unfortunately, could not enjoy views - rain/clouds.

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  • Tuesday 7 Sep 2010 17:30

    Colville, WA - Stopped to get new front rim - shop couldn't do work after all. Will try to make it over mtns. & get done later. Pls pray!

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  • Tuesday 7 Sep 2010 9:37

    Cusick, WA - Riverview Bible Camp: Saw lights on & people so stopped & asked to camp. This was my view this a.m. Thanks Blake!

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  • Monday 6 Sep 2010 17:53

    Usk, WA - Layers of hills and mountains in various shades of grey. Don't think the photo captures it but I tried.

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  • Monday 6 Sep 2010 10:55

    Sandpoint, ID - Doug @ Sports Plus (Gr8 Guy) - stopped by this a.m. because of knocking w/ front brakes and discovered am braking thru rim.

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  • Saturday 4 Sep 2010 20:06

    Sandpoint, ID - Lake on one side, these are the mountains on the other side. Schweitzer Mtn., a ski area is over this direction.

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  • Saturday 4 Sep 2010 17:47

    Sandpoint, ID - 1st Ave. seemed to have a lot happening on it - restaurants, bars/clubs & shops. Neat older buildings. Fun area!

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  • Saturday 4 Sep 2010 17:23

    Sandpoint, ID - Almost did not leave the room. Glad I did - really liked Sandpoint. This is the Lake Pend Oreille side. Beautiful day!

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  • Saturday 4 Sep 2010 17:14

    Sandpoint, ID - Taking a rest day - staying @ the Quality Inn. Maybe I should have stayed here - Elliott Hotel.

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  • Friday 3 Sep 2010 14:57

    Hope, ID - Lake Pend Oreille - Great riding next to the lake. Just passed through Hope, ID & thought, wouldn't it be gr8 2 live in Hope.

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  • Friday 3 Sep 2010 12:41

    Idaho state line - It's official - about a 1/4 mile after leaving Montana - but I am there. Also, entered 4th & final time zone - Pacific.

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  • Friday 3 Sep 2010 12:32

    How appropriate! Loved Montana but seems like have been in it forever. Guess this means am entering Idaho - 24th state.

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  • Friday 3 Sep 2010 11:44

    Kaniksu National Forest - Just got on the road & had to take this mountain & river pic. Short day - 46m to Sandpoint, ID - rest day 2morrow.

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  • Thursday 2 Sep 2010 18:14

    Trout Creek, MT - Clark Fork River just spectacular. What a beautiful country we have.

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  • Thursday 2 Sep 2010 16:09

    Thompson Falls, MT - Loved the backdrop to this small town on the Clark Fork. Have a ways to go - hope to make Noxon, MT.

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  • Thursday 2 Sep 2010 14:52

    Bighorn Sheep - Well, guess sign was right. Sheep did not see me as a challenge as they let me pass without butting heads. Thank goodness!

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  • Thursday 2 Sep 2010 13:50

    Black Bears, Alligators, Deer, Mountain Lions, Horses, Grizzly Bears - and now Bighorn Sheep.

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  • Thursday 2 Sep 2010 13:16

    Clark Fork Valley - Just spectacular views. Don't know that photo can do the view justice. Wow!

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  • Thursday 2 Sep 2010 11:29

    Plains, MT - Sanders County Fairground. Camped @ the fairgrounds. Fair starts today but I have to get on the road - sorry I will miss it.

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  • Wednesday 1 Sep 2010 17:00

    MT Hwy 200 - Flathead River. A River Runs Through It view.

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  • Wednesday 1 Sep 2010 9:23

    Missoula, MT - Home of Pete & Kiki Weber. Pete & I lived on same street in Rochester & our parents are good friends. Fed me like a king!

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  • Tuesday 31 Aug 2010 17:16

    The Adventure Cycling Association, the bike touring organization par excellence. Stopped for free ice cream & to get my picture taken.

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  • Tuesday 31 Aug 2010 12:37

    Beartooth, MT - A little waterfall next to I-90. Love the sound of waterfalls! Well, had better get on to Missoula.

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  • Monday 30 Aug 2010 21:08

    Drummond, MT - What a cool sky! Stopped @ Wagon Wheel Cafe & Motel for night to warm up. Enjoyed spaghetti dinner @ the cafe.

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  • Monday 30 Aug 2010 17:03

    This is where I left my helmet. Did not realize it until got to I-90 - 5+ miles later. Not fun! Oh well, more exercise w/ 10+ add'l miles.

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  • Monday 30 Aug 2010 14:10

    Avon, MT - Nearly froze coming down from the pass - stopped @ Avon Cafe for lunch special - meatloaf & corn chowder and to warm up. :-)

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  • Monday 30 Aug 2010 12:37

    MacDonald Pass - Climbed to 6,300 ft - highest so far with Zach Bostrom - good to have company, you know misery loves company.

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  • Sunday 29 Aug 2010 13:42

    Helena, MT - A view of the city from the foot of Mt Helena - Steve gave me a tour of the city and it is a wonderful place.

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  • Saturday 28 Aug 2010 21:49

    Helena, MT - Home of the Bostrom family, church planters & friends of Jay & Janet Baas, who were kind enough to host me sight unseen.

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  • Saturday 28 Aug 2010 9:09

    Three Forks, MT - Edgar & Kathleen from West Orange, NJ were my neighbors at the campground. They are on their way to Missoula. Nice couple!

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  • Friday 27 Aug 2010 19:53

    Three Forks, MT - Headwaters State Park: Where the Missouri River starts. Here the Madison & Jefferson join - downstream Gallatin joins.

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  • Friday 27 Aug 2010 14:43

    Bozeman, MT - Stopped for lunch @ MacKenzie River Pizza Co. & enjoyed a great roasted veggie & ricotta pizza. Now on to Three Forks.

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  • Thursday 26 Aug 2010 18:23

    Livingston, MT - The view from deck of architect's house where I am staying. The view is almost as nice as the house. Thx Brett & TroyC!

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  • Thursday 26 Aug 2010 16:30

    Livingston, MT - Main St. with the mountains in the background. Pretty cool. Staying @ friend of a friend's place outside town.

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  • Wednesday 25 Aug 2010 16:49

    Granite Peak - The highest point in Montana at over 12,700+ feet. Fortunately, this was as close as I got to it. Can you see the snow?

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  • Wednesday 25 Aug 2010 15:13

    This was just a great view - Yellowstone River with hills in the background and the railroad tracks as an accent. Later had a view w/ mtns.

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  • Wednesday 25 Aug 2010 9:55

    Billings, MT - The Western Heritage Center on historic Montana Ave. Headed to bike shop & then on the road again.

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  • Monday 23 Aug 2010 18:25

    Old Highway 87 - Guess this is why Montana is called 'Big Sky' country.

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  • Monday 23 Aug 2010 11:47

    Hardin, MT - Camped @ Grandview Campground & late brkfst @ Lariat Diner. Rainy & windy last night but stayed dry. Sunny & windy today.

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  • Sunday 22 Aug 2010 10:26

    Ashland, MT - Matt, Tom, Aaron & Sara are hitting 49 of the 50 states - they have already been to Alaska. What an adventure!

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  • Saturday 21 Aug 2010 20:16

    Ashland, MT - Red Shale Campground - Full Moon. Rustic campground - no showers. Kept food away from tent for 1st time in case of critters.

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  • Saturday 21 Aug 2010 19:38

    Ashland, MT - Sun streaming through the clouds - hope the pic does it justice. It was awesome!

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  • Saturday 21 Aug 2010 15:54

    Broadus, MT - Weather Channel said 100 degrees - thermostat in Hoofer's read 99. Fortunately, dry heat so not so bad. BTW, excellent food!

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  • Saturday 21 Aug 2010 15:51

    Belarus, MT - Lunch @ Hoofer's, learned that Bob, who is working on pipeline, had told folks here he would pick up tab for bikers.

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  • Saturday 21 Aug 2010 13:02

    Middle-of-no-where, MT - Not much to see so far today - this is about as interesting as it has gotten. Some cattle, sheep, 1 deer & turkey.

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  • Friday 20 Aug 2010 17:27

    Montana - State #23. Changed route this a.m. & headed north to Montana - took the road less travelled instead of following I-90. Gorgeous!

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  • Friday 20 Aug 2010 14:55

    Hulett, WY - Impressed by the ruggedness and beauty of this view - don't see sights like this every day. Unless, of course, you live here.

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  • Friday 20 Aug 2010 10:11

    Devils Tower - First National Monument. Geological phenomenon - scientist think igneous immersion. Saw several climbers - I passed.

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  • Friday 20 Aug 2010 8:40

    Devils Tower, WY - View from my campsite w/ Devils Tower in the background. No showers here so I guess I will not meet Ms. Right today. ;-)

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  • Thursday 19 Aug 2010 19:41

    Devils Tower from the road in - pic does not do beauty of the scene justice - just awesome! In ATL forget there are open spaces like this.

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  • Thursday 19 Aug 2010 16:40

    Am traveling along MS 150 route in Wyoming and have seen messages of encouragement like this. Not intended for me but still appreciated.

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  • Thursday 19 Aug 2010 13:49

    Wyoming - State #22 - Though you can not see it, the sign says "Welcome to Wyoming - Forever West"

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  • Thursday 19 Aug 2010 12:20

    Spearfish, SD - Another great, small town. Should be in Wyoming shortly. Stopped @ Walmart to stock up & get fresh fruit & bread for lunch.

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  • Thursday 19 Aug 2010 10:36

    Black Hills - Saying goodbye to the Black Hills of South Dakota this a.m. & heading toward Devils Tower in Wyoming this evening.

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  • Wednesday 18 Aug 2010 14:33

    Deadwood, SD - Decided to take a rest day here. Thus far have avoided the casinos. This is the town where Wild Bill Hickok met his end.

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  • Tuesday 17 Aug 2010 22:17

    Deadwood, SD - Kim & Bonnie were at the next table at the Deadwood Social Club. They are on a 2 week tour of national parks. Fun people!

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  • Tuesday 17 Aug 2010 18:39

    Deadwood, SD - Hickok's Hotel: I thought this looked pretty much like a hotel from back in the goldfish days.

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  • Tuesday 17 Aug 2010 14:02

    Mickelson Trail - Scenic waterfalls along the trail. Very nice riding - $3 fee was a good investment.

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  • Tuesday 17 Aug 2010 13:34

    Mickelson Trail - Taking this "rails to trails" trail about 50 miles north. Great thing are the tunnels which means thru not up and over!

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  • Monday 16 Aug 2010 21:18

    Randy - met him @ the fairground in Rapid City & rode to Mt. Rushmore which made the hills a bit easier. He is going from VA Beach to CA.

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  • Monday 16 Aug 2010 15:34

    Mt. Rushmore - More impressive the closer you get. Rode up from Rapid City with Randy who I met camping @ the fairground.

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  • Monday 16 Aug 2010 13:00

    Keystone, SD - Climbing Black Hills (hills? I call 'em mountains) on the way to Mt. Rushmore. An excellent workout.

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  • Sunday 15 Aug 2010 20:06

    Met Erin on the road headed the opposite direction - she is doing a loop through IA, WY, MT & SD. She even went to Sturgis on her bicycle.

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  • Sunday 15 Aug 2010 12:13

    The Long Lonely Road - The wind continues to hinder my progress but decided today to quit whining & consider it an opportunity to pray more.

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  • Sunday 15 Aug 2010 10:13

    Interior, SD - Andy and Dave, two Brits I met in camp - they are cycling from LA to NYC in 11 weeks. Katie said I might run into them.

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  • Saturday 14 Aug 2010 16:41

    Badlands National Park - Just entered park - very interesting! A plus was that there was no entrance fee this weekend. Woo Hoo!

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  • Saturday 14 Aug 2010 14:19

    Philip, SD - Hardly seen any bike tourists & right behind Armando was Katie who is going from Seattle to Chicago - 2 people within minutes.

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  • Saturday 14 Aug 2010 14:13

    Philip, SD - Armando Basile, Italy, he started in NY and is returning after cycling to Alaska thru Canada. He has cycled all over world - nearly 1M km.

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  • Friday 13 Aug 2010 20:50

    Kadoka, SD - Met Cindy at H&H El Centro restaurant - she & her husband own the restaurant & Rodeway Inn where I am. Super helpful & nice!

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  • Friday 13 Aug 2010 20:48

    Hwy 73 - Incredibly beautiful rock/sand formations - hope the picture captures something of it! Bonked today - overdid it yesterday.

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  • Friday 13 Aug 2010 9:40

    Mission, SD - Tree of Life, ministry of Linda's church on Rosebud Reservation, addresses poverty and related issues with the locals. Hard!

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  • Friday 13 Aug 2010 8:12

    White River, SD - Pastor Linda Baldock and Jerry Bottger were kind enough to host me after I called Linda's church looking for a place.

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  • Thursday 12 Aug 2010 17:53

    Witten, SD - Prairie with a Butte in the background - this is new scenery for me. Pretty awesome looking!

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  • Thursday 12 Aug 2010 15:55

    Winner, SD - Tripp County Centennial mural.

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  • Thursday 12 Aug 2010 11:47

    Elliott Family - Drew, Erika, Boo! & Lux. What an awesome family! Kids invited me to brkfst at campground & then saw them on road later.

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  • Thursday 12 Aug 2010 10:58

    The high plains west of the Missouri River.

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  • Thursday 12 Aug 2010 9:48

    Platte, SD - Missouri River/Lake Francis Case: Getting ready to cross the river and head up the bluff. Heading to White River, SD.

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  • Thursday 12 Aug 2010 7:14

    Platte, SD - Snake Creek Recreation Area: The view from my tent this morning as the sun is coming over the ridge across the creek.

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  • Wednesday 11 Aug 2010 19:54

    Platte, SD - Missouri River, Valley & Bluff

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  • Wednesday 11 Aug 2010 18:38

    Platte, SD - Towns are few & far between. So thankful I skirted storm in the background. Picked up some Gatorade & on my way.

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  • Wednesday 11 Aug 2010 15:11

    White Lake, SD - Another town along the way and another place to get some PowerAde for the journey. Back on the road now.

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  • Wednesday 11 Aug 2010 11:17

    Mitchell, SD - Bob & Barry, 2 brothers who were my neighbors last night. Great guys from MI who were headed to Sturgis but changed plans.

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  • Tuesday 10 Aug 2010 18:56

    Mitchell, SD - Mitchell Corn Palace. You have to be here to truly appreciate corn art.

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  • Tuesday 10 Aug 2010 16:07

    Emery, SD - Love long flat road ahead with the beautiful blue sky stretching into the distance with the scattered white clouds - great day!

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  • Tuesday 10 Aug 2010 13:29

    Canistota, SD - A little Americana - side of old building painted with an American flag. Headed to Mitchell, SD - home of the Corn Palace.

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  • Tuesday 10 Aug 2010 8:41

    Sioux Falls, SD - Humphreys B&B: Bob & Carolyn Humphreys, innkeepers/owners of the B&B where I spent the last 2 nights - a wonderful couple!

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  • Sunday 8 Aug 2010 15:00

    Sioux Falls, SD - Falls Park: The falls of Sioux Falls. Unfortunately the area near the falls is roped off due to a biohazard - ugh!

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  • Sunday 8 Aug 2010 13:12

    Minehaha County, SD - I just left Minnesota so I can only assume (no sign) that I am now in South Dakota - state #21.

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  • Sunday 8 Aug 2010 13:00

    Manley, MN - Pop. 16 - In background is Manley Tire & Oil Service. Is everyone in town names Manley & work there? No wind today - just heat.

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  • Sunday 8 Aug 2010 10:22

    Luverne, MN - Wayside Chapel - The stone says "Pause • Rest • Worship". Pretty good first stop on a Sunday a.m. Now breakfast. Blessings!

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  • Saturday 7 Aug 2010 20:30

    Blue Mounds State Park - Made it - Yay! 70.7 miles. Avg. 10.8 mph - the wind died down.

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  • Saturday 7 Aug 2010 20:01

    Luverne, MN - 5 miles to go to reach Blue Mounds State Park. Think I will make it w/ some daylight left. Not so sure about setting up camp.

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  • Saturday 7 Aug 2010 18:13

    4,000 MILES! Happened to be checking my average speed when Odometer rolled over to 4,000 miles. Avg. Speed = 9.5 - Continued winds. Ugh!

    Posted: 1 year, 6 months ago

  • Saturday 7 Aug 2010 15:03

    Not a good day for riding! Wind turbines are spinning like tops.
    With 22 mph cross winds it is work just to keep bike straight.

    Posted: 1 year, 6 months ago

  • Saturday 7 Aug 2010 12:25

    Jackson, MN - Met 3 guys on way to Sturgis - father was originally from Bloomfield, NJ, next to Glen Ridge where I stayed w/ Mrs. Buckley.

    Posted: 1 year, 6 months ago

  • Friday 6 Aug 2010 20:05

    Jackson, MN - Made it to the KOA in Jackson as the sun was setting on the corn fields. A 94 mile day.

    Posted: 1 year, 6 months ago

  • Friday 6 Aug 2010 17:18

    Fairmont, MN - Rained a little but was in the Kwik Trip getting some Gatorade & writing out directions in case it rained. Not a drop on me!

    Posted: 1 year, 6 months ago

  • Friday 6 Aug 2010 15:53

    Sunny here - glad I am not over there!

    Posted: 1 year, 6 months ago

  • Friday 6 Aug 2010 9:54

    Albert Lea, MN - Downtown. Stayed @ Myre-Big Island State Park last night - again, very nice facilities. Not sure on today's destination.

    Posted: 1 year, 6 months ago

  • Thursday 5 Aug 2010 12:29

    Adams, MN - Had the Meatloaf Special @ Bubbles Cafe w/ Banana Cream Pie for dessert. Did not meet Bubbles but she & her food are legendary.

    Posted: 1 year, 6 months ago

  • Thursday 5 Aug 2010 10:40

    Le Roy, MN - Lake Louise State Park - Very nice facilities - new & clean. In addition Shooting Star Bike Trail ran through the park.

    Posted: 1 year, 6 months ago

  • Wednesday 4 Aug 2010 16:53

    Harmony, MN - Liked name of this town. Liked the look of this building that is home to Farm Art. Looks kind of southwestern for the Midwest.

    Posted: 1 year, 6 months ago

  • Wednesday 4 Aug 2010 11:10

    Caledonia, MN - Came into town looking for something to eat & also to avoid another sandy/dirt road - they are not fun on fully loaded bike!

    Posted: 1 year, 6 months ago

  • Wednesday 4 Aug 2010 10:24

    Caledonia, MN - Beaver Creek Valley State Park. Entered Minnesota yesterday - State #20! Climb out of Miss. River Valley was tough.

    Posted: 1 year, 6 months ago

  • Tuesday 3 Aug 2010 16:30

    Lansing, IA - Crossed the Mississippi River into Iowa - State #19.

    Posted: 1 year, 6 months ago

  • Tuesday 3 Aug 2010 14:20

    Prairie du Chien - Mississippi River from Wisconsin side. First view of the massive width of it - no wonder it is called the Great River!

    Posted: 1 year, 6 months ago

  • Tuesday 3 Aug 2010 12:35

    Prairie du Chien, WI - Met Alex in the Wal Mart parking lot. He has ridden over 13k miles on a $50 bike. We ate at the Pizza Hut buffet.

    Posted: 1 year, 6 months ago

  • Tuesday 3 Aug 2010 10:02

    Wyalusing, WI - Wyalusing State Park is located at the junction of the Mississippi and Wisconsin Rivers. Mosquito is the WI state bird.

    Posted: 1 year, 6 months ago

  • Monday 2 Aug 2010 17:34

    Fennimore, WI - Another pic of Main Street USA

    Posted: 1 year, 6 months ago

  • Monday 2 Aug 2010 16:33

    Montfort, WI - Guess what I am having for dinner? Cheese Popcorn! How could I resist after passing all the corn fields and WI is cheese state.

    Posted: 1 year, 6 months ago

  • Monday 2 Aug 2010 15:52

    Montfort, WI - Pop. 663 - Montfort Wind Farm: First time I have seen a Wind Farm. Very cool! (especially if wind is at my back).

    Posted: 1 year, 6 months ago

  • Monday 2 Aug 2010 11:04

    Wisconsin's Military Ridge State Trail - Going about 30 miles on this trail today - hope $4 fee is money well spent. Happy trails!

    Posted: 1 year, 6 months ago

  • Monday 2 Aug 2010 10:35

    Day 100 - Can you believe it? 1 District (DC) & Province, 2 Countries, 18 States, 3,570 miles & lot of love, prayer & support. Thanks!

    Posted: 1 year, 6 months ago

  • Sunday 1 Aug 2010 15:29

    Madison, WI - iPhone crashed y'day - spent today @ Apple Store. Now have new iPhone but lost all info - PLEASE send me your contact info!

    Posted: 1 year, 6 months ago

  • Saturday 31 Jul 2010 17:27

    Stoughton, WI - Another main street - I love them! Are those Norwegian flags interspersed with stars & stripes? I wonder why.

    Posted: 1 year, 6 months ago

  • Saturday 31 Jul 2010 12:45

    Delavan, WI - Small town america - flags, brick street, banner reads "Welcome Home 60s Reunion 'A Blast from the Past'" - gotta love it!

    Posted: 1 year, 6 months ago

  • Saturday 31 Jul 2010 10:26

    Lake Geneva, WI - Big Foot Beach State Park. Rained all night with some thunder & lightning. Stayed dry thanks to my air mattress.

    Posted: 1 year, 6 months ago

  • Saturday 31 Jul 2010 4:41

    Lake Geneva, WI - Entered Wisconsin - 18th state. No pic - no state sign on trail. Has rained all night. Am dry but afraid of floating away.

    Posted: 1 year, 6 months ago

  • Friday 30 Jul 2010 13:59

    Island Lake, IL - Susie made me a lunch this morning - she told me she even put my name on the bag just like her kids'. What a treat!

    Posted: 1 year, 6 months ago

  • Thursday 29 Jul 2010 20:22

    Lake Forest, IL - The Schlachtenhaufen family - Jeff, Susie, Helen, John, Will & Lucy. Jeff was a roommate in NYC back in the day.

    Posted: 1 year, 6 months ago

  • Thursday 29 Jul 2010 14:50

    Chicago, IL - Pizzeria Due for lunch. Finally, got some Chicago-style deep dish pizza.

    Posted: 1 year, 6 months ago

  • Thursday 29 Jul 2010 13:14

    Chicago, IL - United Center, home of the Bulls and Stanley Cup winners, the Blackhawks.

    Posted: 1 year, 6 months ago

  • Thursday 29 Jul 2010 10:57

    Oak Brook, IL - Stopped by the offices of Opportunity International & met Michael Okleme. OI is a non-profit in the micro-finance arena.

    Posted: 1 year, 6 months ago

  • Thursday 29 Jul 2010 6:28

    Glen Ellyn, IL - Dave and Pam Buckley - great friends and wonderful hosts. Great to have a few days to catch up with them and rest. Thanks!

    Posted: 1 year, 6 months ago

  • Friday 23 Jul 2010 15:55

    Chicago, IL - Love the Big Cities! Heading out of Chicago now to visit Dave & Pam Buckley in Glen Ellyn. Tired legs don't fail me now.

    Posted: 1 year, 6 months ago

  • Friday 23 Jul 2010 11:54

    Hobart, IN - Stopped by Bright Spot Restaurant for breakfast on way to Chicago then Glen Ellyn, IL. Entered IN yesterday, 16th state.

    Posted: 1 year, 6 months ago

  • Thursday 22 Jul 2010 14:32

    South Bend, IN - Bobby Clark, Notre Dame soccer coach. Great to have lunch & catch up with Coach Clark, my coach at Dartmouth.

    Posted: 1 year, 6 months ago

  • Thursday 22 Jul 2010 9:21

    Baroda, MI - Bob "Fog" and Judy Fogarty. Fog was Dr. Devanny's roommate at Dartmouth & they were kind enough to host me at their house/vineyard.

    Posted: 1 year, 6 months ago

  • Wednesday 21 Jul 2010 17:08

    South Haven, MI - Another of those great little towns next to the water. This shot is looking down the river out to Lake Michigan.

    Posted: 1 year, 6 months ago

  • Wednesday 21 Jul 2010 14:52

    Saugatuck, MI - On Kalamazoo lake. Went through Zeeland & Holland earlier today & had lunch in Paw Paw Park. Heading to Baroda, MI.

    Posted: 1 year, 6 months ago

  • Wednesday 21 Jul 2010 13:20

    Grand Rapids, MI - Phil & Lynne (Mrs. Buckley's sister) Brower hosted me last 2 days & were great hosts. Thanks so much!

    Posted: 1 year, 6 months ago

  • Monday 19 Jul 2010 13:52

    St. Johns, MI - Stopped in this town for a bite of lunch. Making good time just hope I can maintain for the rest of the day.

    Posted: 1 year, 6 months ago

  • Monday 19 Jul 2010 12:12

    Owosso, MI - 100 miles to go today to Grand Rapids. Stayed in Flint last night - sorry no pic - was rushing to get to Airport Comfort Inn.

    Posted: 1 year, 6 months ago

  • Sunday 18 Jul 2010 14:50

    Trombley's Country Market - discovered while getting lunch that the cashier's mother lives near me in Sandy Springs. Small world!

    Posted: 1 year, 6 months ago

  • Sunday 18 Jul 2010 12:28

    Waldhams to Avoca Trail - First hurdle of the day - easier to go over than under. No rain yet.

    Posted: 1 year, 6 months ago

  • Sunday 18 Jul 2010 11:29

    Port Huron, MI - Back in the States. Heading toward Grand Rapids for Monday arrival. Hope to have better weather than yesterday - 2 storms.

    Posted: 1 year, 6 months ago

  • Saturday 17 Jul 2010 20:17

    Sarnia, ON - Saying farewell to Canada as I wait for the pick-up truck to take me across the Bluewater Bridge to Port Huron, MI.

    Posted: 1 year, 6 months ago

  • Saturday 17 Jul 2010 11:27

    London, ON - Huge Brkfst @ The Spot. Huge festival in Victoria Park just to the left of photo -sorry I can't stay & enjoy. Nice city!

    Posted: 1 year, 6 months ago

  • Saturday 17 Jul 2010 9:21

    London, ON - Fanshawe Conservation Area looking down from dam at Thames River. Very nice neighbors - introducing their kids to camping.

    Posted: 1 year, 6 months ago

  • Friday 16 Jul 2010 15:48

    Woodstock, ON

    Posted: 1 year, 6 months ago

  • Friday 16 Jul 2010 10:48

    Brantford, ON - Hugh, campsite neighbor & retired Presbyterian minister, who I enjoyed talking to during my stay @ Brant Conservation Area.

    Posted: 1 year, 6 months ago

  • Friday 16 Jul 2010 9:40

    Brantford, ON - The Grand River in Brant Conservation Area. Was told the native people call it The River of Life by my neighbor in camp.

    Posted: 1 year, 6 months ago

  • Thursday 15 Jul 2010 16:52

    Two zebras at a zoo in the middle of no where.

    Posted: 1 year, 6 months ago

  • Thursday 15 Jul 2010 12:42

    Silverholme Holsteins - Once got little ways out from Niagara Falls it has pretty much been farms & farmland. Must be Canada's breadbasket.

    Posted: 1 year, 6 months ago

  • Wednesday 14 Jul 2010 20:17

    Guess where I am - hey! Yes, I am in Canada our neighbors to the north @ Niagara Falls. Been here b4 but always awe-inspiring.

    Posted: 1 year, 6 months ago

  • Wednesday 14 Jul 2010 17:52

    Lockport, NY - Nearing Niagara Falls. Hope to make it before sunset. If I don't, no big deal as the campground is 3 miles from the falls.

    Posted: 1 year, 6 months ago

  • Wednesday 14 Jul 2010 15:19

    Oakfield, NY - Have passed thru Chili, Riga, Churchville, Bergen, Byron & now Oakfield. Headed to Niagara Falls - hope to make Canada.

    Posted: 1 year, 6 months ago

  • Wednesday 14 Jul 2010 11:47

    Leaving Brighton & realizing no pictures of Tometsko's (& Eileen) or Devanny's. Much thanks to all for great kindnesses & your friendship.

    Posted: 1 year, 6 months ago

  • Monday 12 Jul 2010 13:24

    Brighton, NY - Brighton HS, site of my first 2 yrs. of high school. The outside has not changed a lot in 30 yrs.

    Posted: 1 year, 6 months ago

  • Monday 12 Jul 2010 10:23

    Arrived in Rochester on Friday after riding most of day in rain. Took couple of days rest & am now touring Brighton. This is our old house.

    Posted: 1 year, 6 months ago

  • Thursday 8 Jul 2010 20:28

    Memphis, NY - Sunset Park Campground @ Cross Lake: Hmmm, wonder where it got its name?

    Posted: 1 year, 7 months ago

  • Thursday 8 Jul 2010 17:58

    Syracuse, NY - Downtown. Passed thru Utica & Rome earlier today but no photo ops.

    Posted: 1 year, 7 months ago

  • Thursday 8 Jul 2010 8:36

    Utica, NY - A little discouraged this morning - just tired. How pleasant to get on Erie Canalway Trail - flat & shaded. Thank you!

    Posted: 1 year, 7 months ago

  • Wednesday 7 Jul 2010 12:08

    Johnstown, NY - Another main street in small town USA. Gotta love it. Had a great breakfast @ Beany's in Perth about 9 miles back.

    Posted: 1 year, 7 months ago

  • Wednesday 7 Jul 2010 9:26

    W Galway, NY - Passed Brian and Jean from Delaware heading to Saratoga Springs where they had been for Tandem rally & then to Adirondacks.

    Posted: 1 year, 7 months ago

  • Wednesday 7 Jul 2010 9:02

    West Galway, NY - Lesson learned - when you see this sign find different route. The cobblestones of TDF have nothing on loose rocks & sand.

    Posted: 1 year, 7 months ago

  • Tuesday 6 Jul 2010 16:44

    Saratoga Springs, NY - What a fun place! Just rode down Broadway & all kinds of shops and stores. Thanks to the Cassidys for recommending.

    Posted: 1 year, 7 months ago

  • Tuesday 6 Jul 2010 12:26

    Hudson Falls, NY - Small town NY. Heat is brutal today and have not had much shade so drinking lots.

    Posted: 1 year, 7 months ago

  • Tuesday 6 Jul 2010 8:46

    Granville, NY - Station House B&B - Stumbled upon Mickey and Wayne's wonderful B&B that is a converted railroad station. Tons of character!

    Posted: 1 year, 7 months ago

  • Monday 5 Jul 2010 17:50

    Wells, VT - Have seen some wonderful farms - farmhouses & barns in the valleys of VT. Getting close to NY & saw this wonderful old barn!

    Posted: 1 year, 7 months ago

  • Monday 5 Jul 2010 10:38

    Amherst Lake, VT - Could not pass up the beauty of lake with mountain in the background. Scenes like this make the climbing all worth it.

    Posted: 1 year, 7 months ago

  • Monday 5 Jul 2010 9:57

    Plymouth, VT - Coolidge State Park: A mile + climb last night to get to site. Was forewarned about steep grade but boy was it a workout.

    Posted: 1 year, 7 months ago

  • Sunday 4 Jul 2010 17:29

    Woodstock, VT - No, not THE Woodstock but a very nice little town nonetheless. By the way, VT has been much more up & down than NH was.

    Posted: 1 year, 7 months ago

  • Sunday 4 Jul 2010 15:49

    Hartford, VT - Entered Vermont - state #14. I did not see a sign but was not looking for one either so I am taking a pic of this road sign.

    Posted: 1 year, 7 months ago

  • Sunday 4 Jul 2010 14:50

    Hanover, NH - Dartmouth Hall: The quintessential Dartmouth pic. Had a huge lunch at Lou's on Main Street and now strolling around campus.

    Posted: 1 year, 7 months ago

  • Sunday 4 Jul 2010 12:54

    Hanover, NH - Burnham Field, home of Dartmouth Soccer. A little nicer facility than when I played but then again the team is a lot better.

    Posted: 1 year, 7 months ago

  • Sunday 4 Jul 2010 11:19

    Enfield, NH - On the Northern Rail Trail. In the photo is some of the granite of NH with Macoma Lake in the background. Another gorgeous day!

    Posted: 1 year, 7 months ago

  • Sunday 4 Jul 2010 11:16

    Enfield, NH - Al & Nancy Smith, Innkeepers of Shaker Hill B&B. They were kind enough to stay up late for this late arriver. A lovely place!

    Posted: 1 year, 7 months ago

  • Saturday 3 Jul 2010 15:36

    Meredith, NH - Meredith Bay on Lake Winnepasaukee. Beautiful day - tempted to dive in but am resisting.

    Posted: 1 year, 7 months ago

  • Saturday 3 Jul 2010 12:25

    Tamworth, NH - A granite peak in the distance - glad not riding up it. Watched Germany blow out Argentina in WC, now back on the road.

    Posted: 1 year, 7 months ago

  • Friday 2 Jul 2010 18:37

    Freedom, NH - Not a new state because I crossed New Hampshire coming up the coast but am crossing a state line.

    Posted: 1 year, 7 months ago

  • Friday 2 Jul 2010 16:45

    Steep Falls, ME - Breathtaking view. Nearing New Hampshire. Great time in Portland - made it hard to leave like most places I have been.

    Posted: 1 year, 7 months ago

  • Thursday 1 Jul 2010 15:18

    Compass Project - A non-profit that works with kids to build boats. Popped in & got tour from Shane Hall, Head Boatbuilder. Awesome! http://www.compassproject.org/

    Posted: 1 year, 7 months ago

  • Thursday 1 Jul 2010 13:05

    Portland, ME - J's Oyster Bar for Maine seafood. View from my table. Am taking an extra day of rest before heading for mtns of NH tomorrow.

    Posted: 1 year, 7 months ago

  • Wednesday 30 Jun 2010 15:53

    Portland, ME - East Prom: My view at lunch. Beautiful day - very relaxing. Am taking the day off after yesterday's long ride.

    Posted: 1 year, 7 months ago

  • Wednesday 30 Jun 2010 14:03

    Portland, ME - Travelled 118 miles yesterday - initially thought it was going to be 100 - to get to my friend's (Scott) parent's place.

    Posted: 1 year, 7 months ago

  • Tuesday 29 Jun 2010 16:47

    Kittery, ME - Now entering Maine - I think this is state #13. Woo hoo - 3 states today - MA, NH & ME!

    Posted: 1 year, 7 months ago

  • Tuesday 29 Jun 2010 16:37

    Portsmouth, NH - Yet another quaint New England coastal town. Love it!

    Posted: 1 year, 7 months ago

  • Tuesday 29 Jun 2010 14:47

    Hampton, NH - Hampton Beach -it seems to me that the word beach does not go with New Hampshire but the photo proves me wrong.

    Posted: 1 year, 7 months ago

  • Tuesday 29 Jun 2010 14:23

    Seabrook, NH - Entering New Hampshire, state # 12. I initially thought the Merrimack River was the state line and that Salisbury was in NH.

    Posted: 1 year, 7 months ago

  • Tuesday 29 Jun 2010 13:47

    Salisbury, MA - Crossed the Merrimack River from Newburyport, MA. Some beautiful NE homes in both towns. Salt marsh behind this one.

    Posted: 1 year, 7 months ago

  • Tuesday 29 Jun 2010 12:37

    Rowley, MA - Agawam Diner: Another good lunch spot - lots of regulars. Enjoyed talking to a salesman who stops here often.

    Posted: 1 year, 7 months ago

  • Tuesday 29 Jun 2010 8:00

    Winchester, MA - Home of Scott, Kathy, Ling, Kai & Ren Tuan Maclean. Great folks I knew in NYC. Kathy's a great cook & made wonderful dinner.

    Posted: 1 year, 7 months ago

  • Monday 28 Jun 2010 13:04

    Cambridge, MA - Harvard Square Lunch with Greg Wickersham, a friend from ATL who is finishing up a yr @ Harvard, @ Bartley's for a great hamburger.

    Posted: 1 year, 7 months ago

  • Monday 28 Jun 2010 9:09

    Needham, MA - Home of Ken & Angeline Tometsko w/ their kids Cole and Ella. Stopped by on my way to Boston. Know Ken from Rochester, NY days.

    Posted: 1 year, 7 months ago

  • Sunday 27 Jun 2010 22:00

    Needham, MA - Home of Ross and Emily Jones. Went to Dartmouth with them and Ross and I were roomies in NYC.

    Posted: 1 year, 7 months ago

  • Saturday 26 Jun 2010 15:35

    Needham, MA - Never saw state line for Massachusetts, state #11, so the Needham, where I am staying tonight @ the Jones', sign must do.

    Posted: 1 year, 7 months ago

  • Saturday 26 Jun 2010 10:37

    Providence, RI - View of skyline -took another pic later of Biltmore Hotel but must have lost it.

    Posted: 1 year, 7 months ago

  • Saturday 26 Jun 2010 8:32

    N. Kingstown, RI - Home of Phil and Mary Kay Cassidy. Daughter, Mia, & SIL, Preston & grandchildren, Trey & Cassidy were in from Richmond, VA.

    Posted: 1 year, 7 months ago

  • Friday 25 Jun 2010 15:00

    Westerly, RI - Entering 10th state, Rhode Island Am heading to the Cassidy's home in N. Kingstown. Missed them in VA catching them in RI.

    Posted: 1 year, 7 months ago

  • Friday 25 Jun 2010 14:18

    Stonington, CT - Another quaint New England coastal town. Rode all the way through to the point with beautiful ocean views. Wow!

    Posted: 1 year, 7 months ago

  • Friday 25 Jun 2010 12:49

    Mystic, CT - Mystic Seaport: Jeff who I rode with this morning directed me to River Rd into Mystic. Great call I-95 had an accident & 27 was backed up.

    Posted: 1 year, 7 months ago

  • Friday 25 Jun 2010 11:36

    New London to Groton, CT - Met Jeff, a retired teacher and USCGA Track coach, on the road this morning. Made for pleasant riding. Thanks, Jeff!

    Posted: 1 year, 7 months ago

  • Thursday 24 Jun 2010 14:34

    Connecticut River between Old Saybrook and Old Lyme and I am about to cross it. The bridge will be my biggest climb of the day. Fun!

    Posted: 1 year, 7 months ago

  • Thursday 24 Jun 2010 13:40

    Westbrook, CT - Had to get a marina shot in. Loving the salt air, the sea breeze and the seagulls. This is what coastal riding is all about.

    Posted: 1 year, 7 months ago

  • Thursday 24 Jun 2010 9:56

    Branford, CT - The small island just right of center is a rock with a house on it - beautiful!

    Posted: 1 year, 7 months ago

  • Thursday 24 Jun 2010 7:49

    West Haven, CT - Long Island Sound: Have been riding next to or near the Sound for a good bit this morning - just what I hoped for!

    Posted: 1 year, 7 months ago

  • Thursday 24 Jun 2010 7:15

    Milford, CT - Got an early start this a.m. - trying to beat the heat and the motor lodge I stayed at last night was a little seedy.

    Posted: 1 year, 7 months ago

  • Wednesday 23 Jun 2010 17:36

    Darien, CT - Hometown of Ross Jones, friend from Dartmouth and roommate in NYC. Hope to see Ross, Emily and kids in Boston.

    Posted: 1 year, 7 months ago

  • Wednesday 23 Jun 2010 15:26

    Greenwich, CT - Another state - I think this now makes 9. Well, I have a long way to go today and a short time to get there so I better go.

    Posted: 1 year, 7 months ago

  • Wednesday 23 Jun 2010 13:54

    Larchmont, NY - Have already ridden thru the Bronx and New Rochelle this morning - now in Larchmont.

    Posted: 1 year, 7 months ago

  • Tuesday 22 Jun 2010 18:58

    George Washington Bridge - Rode from World Financial Center to just past GW Bridge to about 181st St on the Westside trail.

    Posted: 1 year, 7 months ago

  • Tuesday 22 Jun 2010 16:55

    Ferry from Hoboken to World Financial Center - my first ferry. Talked to couple of guys on the ride - one coaches little league in NYC.

    Posted: 1 year, 7 months ago

  • Tuesday 22 Jun 2010 15:08

    Glen Ridge, NJ - Spent the last few days with Mrs. Buckley - a dear friend! What a blessing she is to me and others.

    Posted: 1 year, 7 months ago

  • Monday 21 Jun 2010 15:02

    Hoboken, NJ - One of favorite places that I have lived. This is Washington St. between 4th & 5th. Got a sub from Lisa's w fresh mozzarella!

    Posted: 1 year, 7 months ago

  • Monday 21 Jun 2010 13:26

    Jersey City - View of NYC skyline from the Palisade. Just taking a test ride in from Glen Ridge to Hoboken in prep for tomorrow.

    Posted: 1 year, 7 months ago

  • Sunday 20 Jun 2010 12:53

    All Angels' Church NYC - Even though much has changed it is still like coming home. Great to worship here where I used to work and worship!

    Posted: 1 year, 7 months ago

  • Friday 18 Jun 2010 12:49

    Lambertville, NJ - Just crossed Delaware River from New Hope into NJ. State #7. A very quaint area that never knew was here.

    Posted: 1 year, 7 months ago

  • Friday 18 Jun 2010 12:16

    New Hope, PA - Triumph Brewing Co. - Stopped here to watch last 20 minutes of USMNT World Cup game - glad I did I got to see them tie it up.

    Posted: 1 year, 7 months ago

  • Friday 18 Jun 2010 11:25

    New Hope, PA - Fox & Hound Bed & Breakfast - Another great B&B experience. Proprietors, Michael and Lisa were just super! Thanks!

    Posted: 1 year, 7 months ago

  • Friday 18 Jun 2010 10:19

    New Hope, PA - Breakfast at the Fox and Hound B&B with sisters, Jane and Michelle and the innkeeper, Lisa. Scrumptious!

    Posted: 1 year, 7 months ago

  • Thursday 17 Jun 2010 15:07

    Schuylkill River Bike Trail - Trail follows river to Philadelphia. Not going to make it to Philly this trip. Now heading north to NY/NJ.

    Posted: 1 year, 7 months ago

  • Thursday 17 Jun 2010 12:30

    Billy Mc's Quickstop - After ordering 2 sicilian slices, learned that they have the best sandwiches in PA. Wow because pizza was great.

    Posted: 1 year, 7 months ago

  • Thursday 17 Jun 2010 11:36

    Warwick Woods Campground - Had a big rain come thru about 12:20 and my tent developed a small pool in one corner so I swam laps ;-).

    Posted: 1 year, 7 months ago

  • Wednesday 16 Jun 2010 13:25

    Yoder's Restaurant & Buffet - Intentionally did not eat a lot for breakfast so could eat somewhere locally. Ate too much at the buffet!

    Posted: 1 year, 7 months ago

  • Wednesday 16 Jun 2010 11:59

    New Holland, PA - Two flats yesterday - at least on the 2nd found piece of glass that was the cause. Headed to shop for spare tubes.

    Posted: 1 year, 7 months ago

  • Wednesday 16 Jun 2010 8:44

    Lancaster, PA - Home of the Samitt's - Joel and Joan, parents of Jodi, my good friend who I worked with at Manheim. They fed me like a king!

    Posted: 1 year, 7 months ago

  • Tuesday 15 Jun 2010 16:59

    Manheim Pennsylvania - Mark Pester gave me a tour of the World's largest auto auction. Never saw it when I was an employee - it's massive.

    Posted: 1 year, 7 months ago

  • Tuesday 15 Jun 2010 12:29

    Susquehanna River - Veterans Memorial Bridge between Wrightsville and Columbia, PA. Wow, it's wide. I hope to cross this river only once!

    Posted: 1 year, 7 months ago

  • Tuesday 15 Jun 2010 10:25

    Airville, PA - Otter Creek Campground: Campground is just across the street from the Susquehanna River. Arrived late but slept well.

    Posted: 1 year, 7 months ago

  • Monday 14 Jun 2010 19:47

    Welcome to Pennsylvania - State #6.

    Posted: 1 year, 7 months ago

  • Monday 14 Jun 2010 13:30

    John Hopkins University - Homewood Field - quite a Lacrosse program here. Also, now trying to make up for my lack of posts yesterday.

    Posted: 1 year, 7 months ago

  • Monday 14 Jun 2010 12:21

    Baltimore, MD - Vaccaro's in Little Italy - the Best Cookies in the world - Delicious!

    Posted: 1 year, 7 months ago

  • Monday 14 Jun 2010 11:37

    Baltimore, MD - Oriole Park @ Camden Yards - Left DC/VA yesterday late and was rushing so no TMT waypoints now touring Baltimore.

    Posted: 1 year, 7 months ago

  • Friday 11 Jun 2010 17:00

    Vienna, VA - Heading back to Nancy's on the W&OD (Washington & Old Dominion Railway) Trail - a rails to trails initiative. Beautiful day!

    Posted: 1 year, 7 months ago

  • Friday 11 Jun 2010 14:33

    Reston, VA - Had dinner on Monday w John Brewton, friend from Manheim. Little did I know would ride by Oracle where his training was.

    Posted: 1 year, 7 months ago

  • Tuesday 8 Jun 2010 12:58

    Arlington, VA - Grabbed a sandwich & cookie @ Robek's. This was my view from my picnic table at the marina next to the Potomac.

    Posted: 1 year, 8 months ago

  • Monday 7 Jun 2010 14:10

    Old Town Alexandria - Captain's Row - Love the cobble stone street and glad I am not riding on it.

    Posted: 1 year, 8 months ago

  • Monday 7 Jun 2010 13:11

    Potomac River - Was a slug yesterday so am riding the Mt Vernon Trail. Just turned around and this is a view of the river looking toward DC.

    Posted: 1 year, 8 months ago

  • Friday 4 Jun 2010 16:03

    FDR Memorial - Along top it reads "I see one-third of a nation ill-housed, ill-clad, ill-nourished". Unfortunately, some things never change.

    Posted: 1 year, 8 months ago

  • Friday 4 Jun 2010 14:35

    Capitol - Came here Monday night for PBS Memorial Day Concert on the lawn - concert was on Saturday. Got to see stage being taken down. ;-)

    Posted: 1 year, 8 months ago

  • Friday 4 Jun 2010 12:27

    Columbia Heights - The Festival Center: Dawn Longenecker next to 'The Parable'. Met w Dawn on Tues to hear about Church of the Saviour and its network.

    Posted: 1 year, 8 months ago

  • Thursday 3 Jun 2010 15:37

    Alexandria, VA - Old Town. Lots of Character. Took Mt. Vernon Trail down from DC. Area is incredibly biker friendly - unlike many places.

    Posted: 1 year, 8 months ago

  • Thursday 3 Jun 2010 13:16

    Washington, D. C. - Just had lunch with Andrew, soccer fanatic and friend from Atlanta who just moved to MD and works in DC, at Harry's.

    Posted: 1 year, 8 months ago

  • Thursday 3 Jun 2010 10:40

    Arlington, VA - House/Dog-sitting for friend, Nancy (high school/church friend from Rochester) Chinook on left and Kira hyper one on right.

    Posted: 1 year, 8 months ago

  • Tuesday 1 Jun 2010 9:54

    Rosslyn, VA - Holiday Inn: National Cathedral is just above hotel. Key Bridge is to the right. Heading to friend's (Nancy) home shortly.

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  • Monday 31 May 2010 16:10

    Mt Vernon - George Washington's home. Decided to be a tourist for a little while. And then take Mt Vernon trail into Arlington.

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  • Monday 31 May 2010 12:11

    Triangle, VA - Prince William Forest Park - The campground was 6 miles inside the park so that made for a 77 mile day. Ouch! Today is short.

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  • Sunday 30 May 2010 22:31

    Montpelier, VA - Much thanks to Mr & Mrs Cassidy, family friends via Atlanta & Kodak, who bought me lunch even though they were in RI.

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  • Sunday 30 May 2010 10:29

    Rockville, VA - The Pusey 10. I spent Thursday night - Sunday morning with this crew. What a great family and another great experience!

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  • Saturday 29 May 2010 14:13

    Midlothian, VA - Home of Mari, Gary, Ian, Shea & Trevor. Mari is a great friend from NYC days. Great time with them!

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  • Thursday 27 May 2010 11:25

    Bear Creek Lake - Faye & Rodney, neighbors who fed me last night. Great folks living an interesting story of faith. Thankful to meet them.

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  • Wednesday 26 May 2010 20:00

    Bear Creek Lake State Park - view from my camp site. Enjoying cheese burger, beans & chips that neighbors provided right now - yum!

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  • Wednesday 26 May 2010 17:09

    Bremo Bluff, VA - The James River - wait a second, I crossed this yesterday. Yes, heading SE to Richmond now. Should get there tomorrow.

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  • Wednesday 26 May 2010 14:25

    Palmyra, VA - Villa Nova for 2 slices of NY style pizza. Mural on the wall is similar to vineyards I passed heading out of C'ville. Bella!

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  • Wednesday 26 May 2010 11:59

    C'ville, VA - Downtown walking mall. Gorgeous day. Getting late start but have gotten things done this morning. Sunscreen on and then off.

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  • Wednesday 26 May 2010 9:48

    Charlottesville, VA - The Corner -including No. 3, restaurant where I dined and watched the U. S. Soccer vs. Czech Republic in a friendly.

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  • Tuesday 25 May 2010 19:21

    The University of Virginia - The Rotunda - This is my brother's (Rob) Alma Mater. The Grounds, to use Mr. Jefferson's terms, are beautiful.

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  • Tuesday 25 May 2010 18:12

    Charlottesville, VA - Center for Christian Study. My friend, Glenn, arranged for me to spend night here. Now it is time to wander around.

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  • Tuesday 25 May 2010 13:36

    Scottsville, VA - Just crossed the James River. This is the downtown area of Scottsville that is just over the bridge.

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  • Tuesday 25 May 2010 10:54

    Depot Diner Bar & Grille - missed breakfast except for granola bar so stopping for an early lunch. Like murals - here is a pic of theirs.

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  • Tuesday 25 May 2010 9:48

    Bethel United Methodist Church - Founded 1833. Picturesque country church that I passed this a.m. on way to Charlottesville, VA.

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  • Tuesday 25 May 2010 8:51

    Holliday Lake State Park - Where I camped last night. Not sure why the 4-H camp down the road is spelled "Holiday" with 1 "L". Mystery!

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  • Monday 24 May 2010 18:25

    Appomaatox Court House National Historical Park - the site of Lee's HQ - near where he surrendered to Grant and ended the Civil War.

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  • Sunday 23 May 2010 22:10

    Smith Mountain Lake - Bill and Vickie, camp hosts, gave me a pork loin sandwich, pickles and diet pepsi. Such generosity also feeds my soul!

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  • Sunday 23 May 2010 14:54

    Booker T. Washington National Monument - "A race, like an individual, lifts itself up by lifting others up." If only we would!

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  • Saturday 22 May 2010 16:13

    Rocky Mount, VA - Just stopped to make a few calls after not having phone service for over a day and ended up waiting out a shower.

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  • Saturday 22 May 2010 14:12

    Ferrum, VA - Lunch at Happy Pappy's where I had the Steak and Cheese Sandwich - the most popular item on the menu. Very good.

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  • Saturday 22 May 2010 12:10

    Stuart, VA - Camped last night at Fairy Stone State Park. It was Raining when I left but think this is the lake it is on (or at least near).

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  • Friday 21 May 2010 14:22

    ?, VA - Have left the BPR and returned to the land of tractor-trailers, dogs and steeper grades - fortunately, going down this one.

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  • Thursday 20 May 2010 18:18

    Virginia State Line - The 4th state on the tour.

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  • Thursday 20 May 2010 17:47

    BRP - I can see Pilot Mt and I think Hanging Rock to its left - not sure that the iPhone photo does it justice.

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  • Thursday 20 May 2010 17:14

    Blue Ridge Pkwy - Andre is hiking the Pkwy a bit at a time. We talked for a bit.

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  • Thursday 20 May 2010 14:48

    Blue Ridge Pkwy - Not sure what this is but have seen several that are in bloom. Also getting a workout going up and down. Up takes longer.

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  • Thursday 20 May 2010 13:37

    Blue Ridge Parkway - climbing again. Stayed @ Miller Campground last night. Picture is from brkfst - first few were burned w batter on top.

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  • Wednesday 19 May 2010 17:05

    Blue Ridge Parkway - Someone told me it would be flat once I got on it. I just got on it & climbed 700 ft - view is well worth it though!

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  • Wednesday 19 May 2010 14:23

    Boone, NC - At Magic Cycles Bicycle Shop to replace my lost sunglasses, lube my chain and put air in tires. Thanks for the help guys!

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  • Wednesday 19 May 2010 10:00

    Julian Price Campground - Camp site for the last 2 days while I have hung out with good friend, Chris Sills. Love that camp fire!

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  • Tuesday 18 May 2010 17:32

    Boone, NC - My friend, Chris Sills, after rafting down the New River. We had an unplanned swim a little over 1/2 way through. Exhilarating!

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  • Monday 17 May 2010 10:41

    Boone, NC - Scott and Anne, proprietors of the Lovill House Inn. The basket was made by a guest for them from a palm tree in her back yard.

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  • Sunday 16 May 2010 13:12

    Boone, NC - Boone Bagelry: Lunch with Ed and Barb - a very nice couple on their way back to Charlotte after an impromptu weekend excursion.

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  • Sunday 16 May 2010 12:07

    Boone, NC - Appalachian State University: Friends Amy and Damon Mills attended here. Picturesque campus nestled in the mountains.

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  • Sunday 16 May 2010 11:05

    Boone, NC - Lovill House Inn: Last night here - wonderful accomodations! The proprietors, Scott and Anne are great. Rest day in Boone.

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  • Saturday 15 May 2010 20:11

    Boone, NC - Lovill House Inn, Lenoir Room (http://www.lovillhouseinn.c...) - Treating myself to B&B after lots of climbing today.

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  • Saturday 15 May 2010 16:00

    Crossed Blue Ridge Pkwy and Eastern Continental Divide - have suffered today but w beautiful views it is well worth it. 11 miles to go.

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  • Saturday 15 May 2010 13:09

    U.S. 421 - It is hard to tell from the picture but those are mountains in front of me as I head to Boone/Blowing Rock. Oh my!

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  • Saturday 15 May 2010 12:35

    Wilkesboro, NC - Stopped by Chick-fil-A - just opened on Thursday. Most of the town was here. Met some great folks including CFA cow.

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  • Friday 14 May 2010 19:11

    Wilkesboro - I lost the race with the storm. The view from the BP station.

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  • Friday 14 May 2010 18:36

    Wilkesboro, NC - Downtown. Almost to my campground but trying to beat a storm.

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  • Friday 14 May 2010 12:16

    Lunch counter of Snappy's with Troy and Bobby. Pork Chop sandwich all the way. Now that is good eatin'. Tom, thanks for the recommendation.

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  • Friday 14 May 2010 10:00

    Mt Airy, NC - Tom and Anne Webb - parents of friend/neighbor, Ashley. Once again, wonderful hosts who were so gracious with hospitality.

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  • Thursday 13 May 2010 18:49

    Dunwoody Lane - near Mt Airy: For my friends in Dunwoody and Dunwoody Springs.

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  • Thursday 13 May 2010 17:29

    Pilot Mountain, NC - stopped to take picture and found something wonderful - Von and Peggy are celebrating 50 yrs of marriage tomorrow.

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  • Thursday 13 May 2010 16:09

    King, NC - another small town. Now headed to Mt Airy - a friend/neighbor's parents offered me a bed for the night. Thanks Ashley!

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  • Thursday 13 May 2010 12:48

    God's Acre - Salem Moravian Graveyard: I just liked the sound of "God's Acre". So peaceful.

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  • Thursday 13 May 2010 12:14

    Old Salem - Salem College: Continuing the academic theme. Will soon need to head back to the hotel and hit the road to Pilot Mountain.

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  • Thursday 13 May 2010 10:54

    Wake Forest University - Wait Chapel: Continuing tour of the ACC. Travelling sans panniers - left them at hotel - as I tour Winston-Salem.

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  • Wednesday 12 May 2010 17:15

    Winston-Salem: Met Larry at the Dairi-O as I sat down with a mint choc. chip shake. A fellow biker who wanted to hear about the trip.

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  • Wednesday 12 May 2010 16:11

    Rural Hall, NC - Love small towns and love the name of this one. By the way am riding on NC 66 - is that route 66? And if so, what is it?

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  • Wednesday 12 May 2010 15:46

    King, NC - Bethel UMC sign for Bike Sunday. Just a little too early and wrong kind of bike. What if I walked in with my cycling shorts?

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  • Wednesday 12 May 2010 12:39

    Hanging Rock State Park - On top of the rock it was just incredible to see the Peregrine Falcons frolicking in the drafts of wind.

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  • Tuesday 11 May 2010 15:58

    Danbury, NC - Stokes County Courthouse. I'm getting close to Hanging Rock State Park - my destination for the day.

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  • Tuesday 11 May 2010 14:44

    Walnut Cove, NC - the kindest man, Jerry Linville, just paid for my lunch and left the change for me. The goodness of people humbles me.

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  • Tuesday 11 May 2010 12:44

    Stokesdale, NC - The Fire department across the street is almost bigger than all of downtown. On my way to Hanging Rock State Park.

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  • Tuesday 11 May 2010 9:34

    Greensboro, NC - My hosts Buddy and Anne Turner with their granddaughter, Ainsley. Buddy and my Mom grew up together in Powder Springs, GA.

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  • Monday 10 May 2010 16:31

    Mebane, NC - The Mebane Mural

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  • Monday 10 May 2010 15:18

    Hillsborough, NC - another quaint little town. Also, the town that Steve Crowley and his family now call home.

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  • Monday 10 May 2010 14:28

    Durham, NC - lunch w Steve Crowley, a great friend from the NYC/Boston Bible Studies days, at Mad Hatter's. It was great to catch up.

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  • Sunday 9 May 2010 22:41

    Durham, NC - Matt and Caitlyn of Rutba House. One mission of the community is hospitality - for that I'm grateful since I'm spending the night.

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  • Sunday 9 May 2010 17:08

    Cameron Indoor Stadium/Krzyzewskiville - so as not to upset my Duke friends - the other mecca of Carolina b-ball. Home of 2010 NCAA Champs.

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  • Sunday 9 May 2010 12:39

    Durham, NC - almost to destination, Rutba House - an intentional Christian Community that is part of new monastic movement, and saw this.

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  • Sunday 9 May 2010 10:14

    Happy Mother's Day to all of the Mom's (especially my own - I Love You) from Lake Jordan in Chapel Hill, NC. Now heading to Durham. #FB

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  • Saturday 8 May 2010 21:00

    Dinner with the Baas's - Seafood Boil w/ Shrimp, Scallops, Mussels, Red Potatoes, Corn, Zucchini, Onions and White Wine. What a treat!

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  • Saturday 8 May 2010 15:18

    The center of worship in Carolina - the Dean Dome at UNC - Chapel Hill.

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  • Saturday 8 May 2010 14:16

    Pittsboro, NC - Allen & Son Bar-B-Que - a true North Carolina barbeque experience with Jay and Janet. The small portion was not so small.

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  • Saturday 8 May 2010 8:34

    Chapel Hill, NC - breakfast with Jay and Janet Baas at their home where I am staying for the weekend.

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  • Friday 7 May 2010 12:55

    Sanford, NC - Downtown and looking for a place to grab lunch -I am starving.

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  • Friday 7 May 2010 9:24

    Heritage Campground - the view with daylight. Amy Sadler, one of the family who owns campground is one of the nicest people you can meet.

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  • Thursday 6 May 2010 22:53

    Heritage Campground - View from my campsite. As you can tell from the picture I arrived after dark. Why? I have left the flat coast.

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  • Thursday 6 May 2010 17:23

    Raeford, NC - just a town along the way. I did not see any murals. Oh well.

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  • Thursday 6 May 2010 16:14

    Red Springs, NC - stopped at Dairy Ranch for shake and water re-fill. Now I have to hustle to Sandler Family Campground in Carthage.

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  • Thursday 6 May 2010 9:57

    Lumber River State Park - this is the view from my campsite. Beautiful! The park is about 8 miles frown Fair Bluff, NC.

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  • Wednesday 5 May 2010 13:14

    Crossing my second state line - entering North Carolina.

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  • Wednesday 5 May 2010 10:37

    Hucks Country Express - stopped here for a bathroom break and e nded up having a terrific sausage and biscuit.

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  • Wednesday 5 May 2010 9:41

    Conway, SC - back on the road after taking yesterday off due to weather. Just a few miles down the road from the Lowes and Carolina Forest.

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  • Tuesday 4 May 2010 18:26

    Dinner w/ Marlene Hensley - friend, co-worker and housemate from NYC days. Also, got to meet her fiancée, David, and hear their story. :-)

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  • Tuesday 4 May 2010 14:38

    Myrtle Beach, SC - Weather Day. Had lunch with Gary Lowe at Sea Captain's House restaurant right on the beach. Fun!

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  • Monday 3 May 2010 21:27

    Myrtle Beach, SC - staying with the Lowe family. Gary was in the youth group my parents led when I was a kid. Great to catch up!

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  • Monday 3 May 2010 21:18

    Huntington Beach State Park - Arrived after dark - glad I did not see this sign or any alligators. Now to Myrtle Beach to visit Lowe's.

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  • Monday 3 May 2010 11:43

    Huntington Beach State Park - Went to sleep hearing the ocean. Thank goodness was asleep when the raccoon was near my head outside tent.

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  • Sunday 2 May 2010 15:21

    Entering Francis Marion National Forest.

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  • Sunday 2 May 2010 11:02

    Folly Beach, SC - The final meal of the weekend. Breakfast at The Lost Dog Cafe.

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  • Saturday 1 May 2010 15:16

    Rest Day - touring Charleston with the Tri Tribe. Stopped at Pearlz Oyster Bar for some refreshment. Good times.

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  • Saturday 1 May 2010 5:47

    Tri-team heads out the door at 5am for their Sprint Triathalon - I head back to bed.

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  • Saturday 1 May 2010 5:44

    Pre-Race Dinner for Isabella, Paulina, Pablo Dos, Grace, Pablo Uno, Dwayne, Rachel, Zurine. Pre-Rest Day Dinner for me - Delicious!

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  • Friday 30 Apr 2010 18:18

    Charleston, SC - home of friends, Dwayne and Rachel Bassett. Staying here tonight and tomorrow for my rest day.

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  • Friday 30 Apr 2010 14:08

    Harvest Moon - Lowcountry Grille: I was cravin' a hamburger and really enjoyed the one I had here.

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  • Friday 30 Apr 2010 12:22

    Entering Charleston County - Yeah! Friends from Atlanta who are doing a triathalon tomorrow are going to meet and ride in with me soon.

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  • Thursday 29 Apr 2010 20:40

    Givhan's Ferry State Park - was rushing to get here by 5pm but called from 45 minutes away and learned that I could have arrived later and been fine. Made for a good workout nonetheless. Pic: Tree has moss hanging from branches though it is hard to see in the photo.

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  • Thursday 29 Apr 2010 15:26

    I-95: Not very exciting but it is where I am. 17.4m to camp - "pulling myself inside out" (as Phil Leggett would say to get there before 5pm.

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  • Thursday 29 Apr 2010 12:37

    Banberg, SC - Main Street

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  • Thursday 29 Apr 2010 11:29

    Denmark, SC - I am starting to think this is a World Tour.

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  • Wednesday 28 Apr 2010 18:38

    Barnwell State Park - Alligators? I have not seen one yet. Hope they are not hungry and if they are that I do not look appetizing.

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  • Wednesday 28 Apr 2010 15:39

    Williston, SC - SC is killing me - it seems that they do not know how to build flat roads.

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  • Wednesday 28 Apr 2010 13:52

    Why is the UGA Conference Center in SC? Interesting - plus there is a huge hill ahead and I wanted to stop.

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  • Wednesday 28 Apr 2010 11:42

    My first State Line! Hello South Carolina.

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  • Wednesday 28 Apr 2010 10:36

    Augusta, GA - found this mural on Broad St. I like my bike better.

    I loved riding down Broad St with the street-level stores in the beautiful older buildings.

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  • Wednesday 28 Apr 2010 9:40

    Augusta National - home of the Masters. Did not know I was passing it this morning - a pleasant suprise!

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  • Tuesday 27 Apr 2010 20:22

    My friend's Aunt Nancy in Augusta

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  • Tuesday 27 Apr 2010 15:48

    Harlem - that is Georgia, not NYC. But Columbia Univ. is in Harlem or at least next to it.

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  • Tuesday 27 Apr 2010 13:34

    Miss Jane's Restaurant - Warrenton, GA - great southern/soul food.

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  • Monday 26 Apr 2010 19:25

    Day 2 Campsite - A. H. Stephens Historic State Park

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  • Monday 26 Apr 2010 16:48

    Taliaferro County Courthouse

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  • Monday 26 Apr 2010 14:28

    Greensboro, GA

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  • Monday 26 Apr 2010 12:27

    Madison, GA - went a different way than I had planned but gone here nonetheless.

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  • Sunday 25 Apr 2010 18:38

    Hard Labor Creek State Park

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  • Sunday 25 Apr 2010 13:51

    Stone Mountain

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  • Sunday 25 Apr 2010 12:07

    Leaving home!

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  • Hi Brent: It was incredible following your tour. Good luck adjusting to "normal" life!

    Posted: 5 May 2011 by chris

  • Yea Brent! Wow! What an accomplishment! While I will miss tracking your travels around the country, I am thankful you made it home, safe and sound. My best to your Mom and Dad. Rest, relax and be very proud of what you've done!

    Posted: 3 May 2011 by Bridget Brennan

  • Hi Brent! Sorry we didn't get a chance to see you when you came through the upstate. I am enjoying your tour. Say hi to Rob and Ann Marie! Stay safe!

    Posted: 15 Apr 2011 by Bridget Brennan

  • Chris, am working my way to Nashville, TN to see family, will then drop down thru Alabama & back to Atlanta to complete the grand tour. What a grand adventure it has been!

    Posted: 8 Apr 2011 by BMEinATL

  • Where is your touring taking you next now that you've looped the USA?

    Posted: 6 Apr 2011 by chris

  • Hi Brent, We live in Anderson, not far from Greenwood. If you are heading in this direction and need somewhere to stay, please let us know!

    Posted: 4 Apr 2011 by Bridget Brennan

  • Great surprise and fun to see you in Key West! If you travel near St. Augustine, there's a great campground near Butler / Crescent Beach south of the city along A1A. Do you need a place to stay in the Jacksonville area? All the best on your journey.

    Posted: 23 Mar 2011 by Marilyn

  • Brent,
    HELLO from Long Beach, CA. looks like you have made good time along the highways and byways. How was your visit in Biloxy? We have enjoyed following your trip. I know you have enjoyed it. We are all fine. Trust all is well with you. Remember the door is always open. Safe journies.
    Bob & Bev

    Posted: 17 Mar 2011 by Bob Brooks

  • Hey Brent - slow down! Rodney and I are going to be in Stuart on the east coast of Florida March 21st. I am afraid you are going to pass by before we get there. You are moving thru Florida fast!

    Posted: 8 Mar 2011 by Faye Green

  • Hey Brent - looks like you are making great time. You're almost through Texas! I bet you've enjoyed the flat roads. So, you're real close to New Braunfels. I once had a corn dog there. That's all I have to say about New Braunfels. It's as about as exciting as Sandy Springs. Looking forward to talking with you when you reach Austin. Stay safe. Stay warm. Chat soon.

    Posted: 28 Jan 2011 by dwayne

  • You have now been on the road the same length of time that a human is pregnant! Wow, that's a long time. What an amazing adventure - LOVE looking at the pics from everywhere. Stay safe.
    Rachel

    Posted: 28 Jan 2011 by Rachel

  • Dude. . . . Hill Country. Whatever. You'll be wishing for hills soon enough. You're a complete rock start and I hope today is a really good one. Remember this: "It's like riding a bike."

    out.
    troy

    Posted: 28 Jan 2011 by Troy

  • If only we were all as adventurous and fit as you! Enjoy... Love the updates. Be safe!!! Mel

    Posted: 28 Jan 2011 by MB

  • Brent, after reading your post I have "conjunction junction, what's your function" swirling in my brain.
    So, if Texas is full of cowboys and you saw goats...did you see any goatboys?
    keep peddling....maybe we should all meet again at the Hakuna Matada House at the beach??

    Posted: 28 Jan 2011 by Lynn

  • Brent, We sure enjoyed your visit. Bev and I are at Stephanies in San Jose. Looks like you have some desolate riding. There are some parks in Palo verde and Blythe. The desert nights can be cold so take care. Our prayers for a safe journey are with you.

    Posted: 3 Dec 2010 by Bob Brooks

  • It was great to meet you over Thanksgiving at bob's house. We always enjoy meeting family. The Sonora desert is one of my favorite places. This time of year, it has beautiful light, sunrises and sunsets. Stay warm!

    Posted: 1 Dec 2010 by stacey

  • it was great riding up latigo with you. good luck on the rest of the trip.

    Posted: 13 Nov 2010 by will

  • we are a long way from kansas

    Posted: 11 Nov 2010 by robthechob

  • I used to enjoy visits to Solvang. 30 years ago there was an interesting Christian Community next door to the mission east of Solvang, Santa Ynez.

    Posted: 9 Nov 2010 by Larry

  • Enjoy the coast - wish I was there! Lots of good memories. We will drink wine to toast your time in wine country. Be safe! Faye

    Posted: 2 Nov 2010 by Faye Green

  • Brent, taking a break from facebook, but will continue to follow you here.

    Posted: 2 Nov 2010 by Michele Bovell

  • You should check out Ashland if it's on your route. Very cool town. Bob from Saratoga Springs NY.

    Posted: 7 Oct 2010 by bob priestley

  • Hey Brent... We are back in Brooklyn, The kids are back in school and South Dakota seems a long way away. We were finally reminiscing about our trip over dinner, and everyone first question was "How is Brent doing... has anyone written. So, we looked and it is amazing!!! You are well into the left coast. We can't wait to look through all your pictures along the way. We are still rooting for you...Happy pedaling

    Drew, Erika Boo! and Lux

    Posted: 3 Oct 2010 by Boo!,Lux,Drew,Erika and Drew@indigoinc.net

  • Brent,

    Your progress has been amazing. Way to go! I miss seeing you around the building - keep up the great job with the pedaling and reporting.

    Take care - Jeff

    Posted: 22 Sep 2010 by Jeff Steigerwald

  • BME,
    No post for a few days so I thought I would send you one to give you something to read as you stay in those small but beautiful mountain towns of WA. You only have a few more days of this and then you will have to put up with those beautiful coastal views of WA, OR, and CA. It is a tuff life but someone has to do it. Safe Travel. LRE/SME

    Posted: 10 Sep 2010 by Brent

  • Hi Brent. You must have a tailwind as you are really moving across the country. From your route it looks like you might be going through Coeur d'Alene, Idaho. I hope so as that is a beautiful view when you first see that lake. Good luck and have fun.

    Posted: 26 Aug 2010 by Chuck Grissom

  • Hi Mr. Brent this is Abigail. I enjoy keeping up with your travels. I like the pictures they are awsome. WOW you have gone a LONG WAYS! This is really cool!

    Posted: 21 Aug 2010 by Abigail

  • Lux- I hope to see you on my bike!
    Drew-well be tracking you!
    Erika-meeting you made our trip special.
    Boo!-I find it cool that you are a distant family member, I wish that you could meet the dog, her name is indi/ indigo the dog named bird. we will keep tracking you, and staying in contact.
    love your distant family members.

    P.S.
    I/Boo! typed this. of cource asking what the rest of the family wanted to say.

    Posted: 12 Aug 2010 by the elliott & doering family

  • Hey Brent, it's Ammie. Miss you at manheim so much. So proud of you. You are absolutely amazing. Lots of love to you and stay in touch.

    Posted: 6 Aug 2010 by Ammie

  • Brent,

    Your progress is incredible. Just think - a year ago this was only a dream. Keep posting your updates. We are tracking your progress.

    Posted: 23 Jul 2010 by Chuck Grissom

  • Hi Brent, I go to Sunday School with your Mom & Dad and we pray for you every week! We enjoy updates from your Mom and Dad! I know you are having a wonderful time and it will be a trip you'll always remember! Take care and ride safe! Judy

    Posted: 23 Jul 2010 by Judy Sallis

  • Testing 1,2,3. Love ya, Mom

    Posted: 23 Jul 2010 by Shirley M. Elliott

  • Hey Brent,

    What a cool site to track your progress. It looks like this has been a great experience for you so far, and it's good that you are documenting it. Keep uploading the pics. Have fun!

    --Dan

    Posted: 20 Jul 2010 by Dan McMullan

  • Hi Brent! We miss you but glad to hear you are doing well. I love living vicariously through the pictures of your trip. Thanks for sharing with us.

    Best,
    Amy

    Posted: 13 Jul 2010 by Amy Mills

  • Brett - I love seeing your pix and following you through my home state, NC. Appalachian State and Boone - what wonderful memories from years ago! The high country is beautiful! So glad you ate at Boone Bagelry, I used to treat myself to the chocolate chip cream cheese now and then on the weekends when I was in school. Cheers! Looking forward to seeing more! Safe travels...and God speed.

    Posted: 17 May 2010 by Ericka Nehnevajsa

  • OK---fine. Post the home of the Dookies! Ha! Thanks for the Basalmic Vinegar to replace what Jay wasted on the grill. Good to meet you and have you this weekend.

    Posted: 10 May 2010 by Janet Baas

  • Brent,
    I think what you're doing is great! There's nothing like fulfilling a dream, huh? It's so much fun for me to watch your daily progress. I imagine you've come to really 'appreciate' the art of camping by now. All I can say is, go, man, go! We're with you all the way.
    Dodge

    Posted: 8 May 2010 by Dodge

  • Such a gift to see you, share the work of His hand, discover my new favorite restaurant, have you into my newly decorated home...and couldn't help but think about your postings after you left as I forgot to tell you that David's last name is "hucks" Will be thinking of you as we bike.:)

    Posted: 6 May 2010 by marlene

  • Brent:

    Man this looks like fun. I hope you can make it to Chapel Hill next weekend. Nothing too hot...I promise!

    Posted: 3 May 2010 by Jay Baas

  • Congratulations on completing the first leg of your journey! Abigail says hi, Cailin isn't here or I am sure she would say the same. Don't know where your friends go to church but Seacoast Community Church is great. Hope you are rested and ready to go again. We'll track your progress to Raleigh.
    Cindy and Brad

    Posted: 2 May 2010 by cindy

  • We are so excited to see your progress. We are impressed that you have completed the toughest part - leaving!

    Keep up with the pictures, journal info etc.

    Brad / Cindy

    Posted: 28 Apr 2010 by Brad / Cindy

  • Brent, loving the tracking and really enjoying the pictures. Keep safe and keep the pictures coming! Living vicariously through you.

    Posted: 27 Apr 2010 by Randy

  • BME, Got yourcamp site photo. Thanks for the phone call. Have a good rest.
    DAD

    Posted: 26 Apr 2010 by LRE