two hundred forty one

AUGUST 5, 1990 

The reason I have had the oppertunity to have these bicycle adventures stems from one event in my life. August 5, 1990 I got my head out of my ass and by the grace of God got sober. Over the years an important part of my journey has been AA meetings along the way. I plan to do many more meetings where ever I go. AA people are like family where ever I go.

( XXX are Roman numerals for 30 years, it isn't a porn star award )

two hundred forty

COOLEST JOB EVER

In Hawaii I was a cab driver, I think it was the most fun job I have ever had. Even on slow days I couldn't bitch I was in Hawaii. Many many good memories of the fascinating people I had in my cab from all corners of the world.

 

two hundred thirty nine

FOUR YEARS IN PARADISE

 

Here is a more recent photo of me on my boat in Hawaii. 

My bicycle trip plans are not set yet, I am hoping to use my bullheadedness to make this happen. 

Who knows what the future holds. I make a plan and sometimes God laughs. 

I plan to embrace the future whatever it holds.

two hundred thirty eight

IT'S ALIVE!

 Well here I sit healing up after knee replacement surgery. I am in Bend Oregon by way of Captain Cook Hawaii and San Francisco. Walter, my trusted touring bicycle rig is sitting in the next room all shiny and renewed, every inch has been upgraded and tweaked. 

Walter survived two Hawaii cargo boat trips and 14,000 miles of touring. The frame and wheels are solid. The front chain derailed was broken but everything else was cosmetic. New GPS, battery recharger, satellite emergency hand held and an iPad mini to stay in touch. New cycling clothes, rain gear, sleeping bag and a few creature comforts. 

My tent was resealed and waterproofed and I added new daytime running lights. The weight is the same but I lack nothing for a long trip.

I’m now 69 years old and out of shape. My plan is to do a few more epic bicycle journeys. Getting in shape is my focus for the next year or so so stay tuned I’m not finished yet.