Ride 2016 Day 3
The traffic in Brawley was pretty light when I started off at 7:30 AM. I knew it was going to be one …
Ride 2016 Day 2
Having climbed to 4200 feet yesterday, I knew I would be rewarded with a lot of downhill today. What I hadn’t anticipated …
Ride 2016 Day 1
Captain’s log, star date April 24, 2016. We were a little slow getting started this morning. The first time you do anything …
Burning the Boats
I was listening to a podcast called the Hidden Brain back in November. The episode was about back up plans. http://www.npr.org/podcasts/510308/hidden-brain …
Training Rides and Viking Meadows
At our group bible study this week, I asked that lives be touched by this ride I will be starting on April …
First Few Motels and Hotels
I don’t want to be carrying camping gear and food. My plan is to stay in hotels and hospitality homes over the …
Cyclist Cameras and Staying Safe
There are a few things that concern me about this cross country ride. Will I be able to handle the climb through …
Warm Showers
When I do this coast to coast ride, I plan on taking as little as possible. I expect to pack 3 to …
Cyclist Breaks 76-Year-Old Record
[January 9, 2016] I am a huge NPR fan. I saw this article about a 53 year old man that rode 76,000 …