Category Archives: cycling

It never ceases to amaze me what a good night's sleep can do for one's physical and mental state!  I  had so much more energy leaving Vanderpool and the Foxfire Cabins, than I did Camp Wood.  Of course, I had … Continue reading →

Although it was a short day from Camp Wood in terms of mileage, the day did not start well for me.  The road was “chip seal” (aka shake and bake) the wind was in my face and I just could … Continue reading →

It was a bit warmer when we left Ft. Collins Springs, no need for jackets and arm warmers.  The night before our guide had told us that there had been heavy rains, causing some roads to be closed because of … Continue reading →

After the long ride into Del Rio, at breakfast I wondered if I would be able to ride today.  I still seemed exhausted.  After some eggs and pancakes (pancakes always cure what ails you) I decided to try it.  I … Continue reading →

Well, I made it!  All 111 miles.  Actually my odometer registered 112.  I'll take all the miles I can get.   We got an early start, as soon as the sun came up, from Sanderson.  I was in the first … Continue reading →

Bobbie Dunham and I shared a  room in Marathon, so decided to try a local place for breakfast.  The Cottonwood Station, a transformed gas station, was a local favorite.  I even saw the dear lady from yesterday's library visit.    … Continue reading →

Reluctantly we pulled out of Indian Lodge around daylight.  As we left, I knew from the sign that we were getting close to the south just by reading the sign.                      … Continue reading →

I am in a library in Marathon, TX, (destination after Ft. Davis) so there are no pictures for now.  I will try to add some later.  Shortly before we were ready to leave Van Horn, I had my first flat … Continue reading →

We left Ft. Hancock just after daybreak because we had a long ride.  We rode along a "farm" road for quite some time.  Farm roads are paved, but not very smooth.  After that we alternated between frontage roads and I-10.  … Continue reading →

This is a special post for "Miss" Tammie and "Miss" Dennie Kay's class at Metter Elementary and for Ms. Lopez's 2nd grade class at Tornillo Elementary.  While we were waiting for lunch at La Calesa, I just had to visit … Continue reading →