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Bike Pilgrimage

User: BMEinATL
Dates: 25 Apr 2010 - 17 Aug 2010
Duration: 3 months, 3 weeks
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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!

    Posted: 1 year, 5 months ago

  • 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.

    Posted: 1 year, 5 months ago

  • Tuesday 17 Aug 2010 14:02

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

    Posted: 1 year, 5 months ago

  • 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!

    Posted: 1 year, 5 months ago

  • 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.

    Posted: 1 year, 5 months ago

  • 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.

    Posted: 1 year, 5 months ago

  • 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.

    Posted: 1 year, 5 months ago

  • 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.

    Posted: 1 year, 5 months ago

  • 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.

    Posted: 1 year, 5 months ago

  • 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.

    Posted: 1 year, 5 months ago

  • 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!

    Posted: 1 year, 5 months ago

  • 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.

    Posted: 1 year, 5 months ago

  • 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.

    Posted: 1 year, 5 months ago

  • 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!

    Posted: 1 year, 5 months ago

  • 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.

    Posted: 1 year, 5 months ago

  • 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!

    Posted: 1 year, 5 months ago

  • 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.

    Posted: 1 year, 5 months ago

  • Thursday 12 Aug 2010 17:53

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

    Posted: 1 year, 5 months ago

  • Thursday 12 Aug 2010 15:55

    Winner, SD - Tripp County Centennial mural.

    Posted: 1 year, 5 months ago

  • 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.

    Posted: 1 year, 5 months ago

  • Thursday 12 Aug 2010 10:58

    The high plains west of the Missouri River.

    Posted: 1 year, 5 months ago

  • 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.

    Posted: 1 year, 5 months ago

  • 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.

    Posted: 1 year, 5 months ago

  • Wednesday 11 Aug 2010 19:54

    Platte, SD - Missouri River, Valley & Bluff

    Posted: 1 year, 5 months ago

  • 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.

    Posted: 1 year, 5 months ago

  • 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.

    Posted: 1 year, 5 months ago

  • 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.

    Posted: 1 year, 5 months ago

  • Tuesday 10 Aug 2010 18:56

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

    Posted: 1 year, 5 months ago

  • 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!

    Posted: 1 year, 5 months ago

  • 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.

    Posted: 1 year, 5 months ago

  • 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!

    Posted: 1 year, 5 months ago

  • 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!

    Posted: 1 year, 5 months ago

  • 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.

    Posted: 1 year, 5 months ago

  • 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.

    Posted: 1 year, 5 months ago

  • 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!

    Posted: 1 year, 6 months ago

  • Saturday 7 Aug 2010 20:30

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

    Posted: 1 year, 6 months ago

  • 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.

    Posted: 1 year, 6 months ago

  • 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

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  • 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.

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  • 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.

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  • 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!

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  • 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.

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  • 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.

    Posted: 1 year, 8 months ago

  • 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.

    Posted: 1 year, 8 months ago

  • 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.

    Posted: 1 year, 8 months ago

  • 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!

    Posted: 1 year, 8 months ago

  • 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!

    Posted: 1 year, 8 months ago

  • 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.

    Posted: 1 year, 8 months ago

  • 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!

    Posted: 1 year, 8 months ago

  • 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.

    Posted: 1 year, 8 months ago

  • 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!

    Posted: 1 year, 8 months ago

  • 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.

    Posted: 1 year, 8 months ago

  • 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.

    Posted: 1 year, 8 months ago

  • 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.

    Posted: 1 year, 8 months ago

  • 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.

    Posted: 1 year, 8 months ago

  • 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.

    Posted: 1 year, 8 months ago

  • 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.

    Posted: 1 year, 8 months ago

  • 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.

    Posted: 1 year, 8 months ago

  • 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!

    Posted: 1 year, 8 months ago

  • 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.

    Posted: 1 year, 8 months ago

  • 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!

    Posted: 1 year, 8 months ago

  • 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.

    Posted: 1 year, 8 months ago

  • 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.

    Posted: 1 year, 8 months ago

  • 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).

    Posted: 1 year, 8 months ago

  • 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.

    Posted: 1 year, 8 months ago

  • 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.

    Posted: 1 year, 8 months ago

  • Thursday 20 May 2010 17:14

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

    Posted: 1 year, 8 months ago

  • 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.

    Posted: 1 year, 8 months ago

  • 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.

    Posted: 1 year, 8 months ago

  • 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!

    Posted: 1 year, 8 months ago

  • 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!

    Posted: 1 year, 8 months ago

  • 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!

    Posted: 1 year, 8 months ago

  • 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.

    Posted: 1 year, 8 months ago

  • 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.

    Posted: 1 year, 8 months ago

  • 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.

    Posted: 1 year, 8 months ago

  • 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!

    Posted: 1 year, 8 months ago

  • 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.

    Posted: 1 year, 8 months ago

  • Friday 14 May 2010 19:11

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

    Posted: 1 year, 8 months ago

  • Friday 14 May 2010 18:36

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

    Posted: 1 year, 8 months ago

  • 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.

    Posted: 1 year, 8 months ago

  • 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.

    Posted: 1 year, 8 months ago

  • 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.

    Posted: 1 year, 8 months ago

  • 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.

    Posted: 1 year, 8 months ago

  • 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.

    Posted: 1 year, 8 months ago

  • 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.

    Posted: 1 year, 8 months ago

  • 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?

    Posted: 1 year, 8 months ago

  • 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.

    Posted: 1 year, 8 months ago

  • 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.

    Posted: 1 year, 8 months ago

  • 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.

    Posted: 1 year, 8 months ago

  • 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.

    Posted: 1 year, 9 months ago

  • 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.

    Posted: 1 year, 9 months ago

  • 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.

    Posted: 1 year, 9 months ago

  • 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

    Posted: 1 year, 9 months ago

  • 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!

    Posted: 1 year, 9 months ago

  • Saturday 8 May 2010 15:18

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

    Posted: 1 year, 9 months ago

  • 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.

    Posted: 1 year, 9 months ago

  • 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.

    Posted: 1 year, 9 months ago

  • 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.

    Posted: 1 year, 9 months ago

  • Thursday 6 May 2010 17:23

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

    Posted: 1 year, 9 months ago

  • 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.

    Posted: 1 year, 9 months ago

  • 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.

    Posted: 1 year, 9 months ago

  • 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. :-)

    Posted: 1 year, 9 months ago

  • 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 Old 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.

    Posted: 1 year, 9 months ago

  • 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!

    Posted: 1 year, 9 months ago

  • Friday 30 Apr 2010 18:18

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

    Posted: 1 year, 9 months ago

  • Friday 30 Apr 2010 14:08

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

    Posted: 1 year, 9 months ago

  • 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.

    Posted: 1 year, 9 months ago

  • 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.

    Posted: 1 year, 9 months ago

  • 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.

    Posted: 1 year, 9 months ago

  • 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.

    Posted: 1 year, 9 months ago

  • Wednesday 28 Apr 2010 11:42

    My first State Line! Hello South Carolina.

    Posted: 1 year, 9 months ago

  • 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.

    Posted: 1 year, 9 months ago

  • Wednesday 28 Apr 2010 9:40

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

    Posted: 1 year, 9 months ago

  • 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. Stehens 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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Bike Pilgrimage 2010

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  • 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