September 30 Crossing America
Jacksonville, NC – New Bern, NC a distance of 39 miles. Miles traveled through today 6,108, on my bike for 5,040 of them. Today was a laid back slow meandering day all around. I slept so well that when I woke myself up at 6:30 I just laid back down and slept another hour before […]
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Wilmington, NC – Jacksonville, NC a distance of 61 miles. 6,099 miles traveled through today, 5,001 of them on a bike. Hard to believe I’ve ridden over 5,000 miles and have been n the road for 121 days. Saved myself 7 iles of riding today by continuing north on US Hwy 17 instead of backtracking […]
September 28 Crossing America
Conway, SC – Wilmington, NC a distance of 84 miles, rode 77 of them. Today put me over 6,000 miles of travel, 6,038 to be exact. 4,970 of them on a bike. Yesterday I had a tailwind most of the day, today I had one all day and what a difference it makes. First, I […]
September 27 Crossing America
Andrews,SC – Conway, SC a distance of 54 miles, all on my bike. 5,954 miles traveled, 4,863 of them on a bike. On the road by eight AM and had a tailwind for most of the day allowing me to have my fastest average time with a loaded bike to date. Arrived in Conway at […]
September 26 Crossing America
Moncks Corner, SC – Andrews, SC a distance of 40 miles. 5,900 miles traveled through today, 4,807 of them on a bicycle. One of the toughest things I’m coping with is meeting friends and having to say goodbye and move on so quickly. I’ll forever cherish the memory of these friends who have made my […]
September 25 Crossing America
Yemassee, SC – Moncks Corner, SC a distance of 75 miles. 5,860 miles traveled through today, 4,767 of them on my bike. The day didn’t start well as there was heavy fog when I left Yemassee. Didn’t much feel like riding either as my legs felt as though they were lead, guess from having two […]
September 24 Crossing America
Skidaway Island, SC – Yemassee, SC a distance of 69 miles, 43 on bike. Total distance traveled through today 5,495, on my bike 4,692 of them. Jack and Connie have treated me so well I did not want to leave today but the road beckons. Actually it’s getting late into the season for riding north […]
September 22-23 Crossing America
Two fantastic days on Skidaway Island a little, piece of paradise, visiting CLCHS classmates Jack and Connie. I had a great night of sleep in a nice comfy bed. After dragging myself out of this luxurious bed, I walked into the kitchen where Jack was getting ready to go for a morning walk. I declined to […]
September 21 Crossing America
Reidsville, GA – West of Savannah a distance of 50 miles. Distance traveled through today 5,426 miles, rode 4,649 on my bike. I was excited for this day to begin as I’d be riding with Jack to Savannah where I’ll be spending the next two days resting and visiting with him and Connie. Promptly at […]
September 20 Crossing America
Alma, GA – Reidsville, GA a distance of 56 miles. Distance traveled through today 5,376 miles, 4,599 of them by bike. It wasn’t a good night for sleep as my sinuses gave me a severe headache all night. I took aspirin and sinus medication but nothing help. Why did I once again forego bringing the […]
September 19 Crossing America
Folkston, GA – Alma, GA a distance of 63 miles. Total miles through today 5,320, on my bike for 4,543 of them. Days are getting shorter and for the first time on the East Coast it was chilly riding until about 10 this morning. For the 9th straight day of riding I did have to […]
September 18 Crossing America
South Jacksonville, FL – Folkston, a distance of 63 miles. 5,257 miles traveled through today, 4,480 of them on a bike. I awoke this morning to the aroma of pancakes and fresh brewed coffee, a very nice way to start the day. Bobbi was in the kitchen flippin cakes, while George was already woofing down […]
September 17 Crossing America
Ormand Beach, FL – Jacksonville, FL a distance of 71 miles, rode bike 33. Total distance traveled through today 5,194 miles, on my bike for 4,417 of them. My day didn’t start well but ended great meeting my latest friends. As I started to roll my bike Spirit out of the motel room to go […]
September 16 Crossing America
Ormond Beach a Day of trying to catchup my journal. I did as much posting as I could today in the journal but still several days behind as you will see when open Sept. 14 and 15 have only from where to whereand miles ridden posted. Sorry to disappoint you and myself as I wanted […]
September 15 Crossing America
Port St. Lucie – Wabsddo Beach, a distance of 55 miles. 5,123 miles traveled through today, 4,384 of them on my bike. I awoke full of energy and excitement as this is going to be a great day riding and visiting with two high school buddies at one time. As I walked to the garage […]
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