Monthly Archives: March 2007

After leaving Lordsburg around 7:00 AM, we had a long steady climb for at least 15 miles.  It was so gradual that I wondered if the higher elevation or lack of energy was causing me problems.  I just couldn't seem … Continue reading →

We took a detour from the Adventure Cycling route today, for those of you trying to follow it on the AC maps.  Tomorrow our destination is Silver City (for two days!).  But, it would have been 100+ miles over mountains … Continue reading →

What a difference a day makes!  After a great night's sleep and much cooler temperatures (in the 50's when we started at 6:30 AM) I was ready to tackle the 80 miles that lay ahead.  The first 15 miles were … Continue reading →

This was probably the toughest day I have had so far.  We left Apache Junction around 6:30 AM to beat the heat.  At about mile 18 we began a two-mile climb.  After riding much of the way in my "granny … Continue reading →

We started out from Wickenburg as soon as it was light enough to ride.  The traffic got heavier as the day progressed.  But, the bike lanes were wide enough for us to feel safe.  We took time out to stop … Continue reading →

   Sheffler's Motel-Not exactly AAA  To my friends at Metter United Methodist Church-I wonder how many folks they can seat in church?                           Bronze statue- "Thank God for … Continue reading →

3/14/07-We left Blythe, CA, at daybreak, rode three miles to the Colorado River, crossed into Arizona, and began a 30-mile trek on I-10 (legal for bikes here).  It wasn't too bad because there are wide shoulders.  We left I-10 for a … Continue reading →

                                              One of my two heroes (and technology expert) who came to see me off in San Diego.  … Continue reading →

The top picture is at one of the three "convenience"stores we saw in 90 miles between Brawley and Blythe. The second one is from the Imperial Sand Dunes before we reached Blythe.  Thanks to Matt for helping me do this … Continue reading →

We left Jacumba Spa and Lodge on Day 3 headed for Brawley.  After climbing 1000 feet in 5 miles, we had a 10-mile downhill on I-8 (yep you can ride on the interstate in places out here).  What an awesome … Continue reading →