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Monthly Archives: September 2011
Contemplations
The posts on this leg of the tour have been so frantically pounded out that they’ve been dry as a well-powdered baby’s behind. Tonight, it’s time to post the touchy feely of the tour. Often, when a cyclist contemplates such … Continue reading
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Tagged bicycle touring, california, cherri, oregon, the 5 senses, the best of, the pacific coast, Washington
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Good Decisions
The past few days, I’ve cycled low mileage, enjoying every mile of my journey and each person I’ve met and each place I’ve lain my head. Yesterday, the day was beautiful. I awakened in beautiful Tomales, refreshed and having taken … Continue reading
Changes
While at one of the State Parks, I was awakened by a sharp, “SNAP” in the middle of the night. It was like when an acorn hits your car, as it falls from a tree, so I ignored it. In … Continue reading
Swimming hole in Standish-Hickey state park
We cycled from Garberville to Standish-Hickey state park yesterday. Some highlights for me, were the wonderful little convenience store/organic snackbar that is The Peg House. It’s directly across the street from the park. The other highlight, and this is probably … Continue reading
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Tagged ca, california, cycling, Leggett, Pacific coast cycling, standish-hickey, state park, touring
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Eureka to Garberville
We were very late leaving Eureka because we stopped to pick up some Via at Starbucks, then stopped somewhere looking for huevos rancheros. They wouldn’t prepare them, so we hit the LBS, and they referred us to Esmerelda’s. A wonderful … Continue reading
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Eureka, CA
I didn’t enter CA as expected on the 16th. My cough began getting the better of me and it seemed that a day of rest might be prudent. I hung around the beautiful campsite at Harris Beach, ate good food … Continue reading
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A very good sign
When traveling the coast of Oregon, this sign, “Right Lane Ends”, is a very good sign. When there is a hill, the ODOT provides a “passing lane”. When you see the sign mentioned, it means you have reached the end … Continue reading
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Wow, that was tough
Yesterday was difficult. Though I hadn’t intended to ride this leg of the tour alone, I hadn’t intended to ride it with just one companion either. Several folks were going to meet along the way, but pace has kept me … Continue reading
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Tagged Bandon, bike touring, Cherri Hankins, companions, cycle oregon, oregon, pacific coast, Seven Devils Rd.
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intended to post….
I intended to post during this break, but I’m not feelin’ it. My companion and I decided to part ways today, and It’s left me feeling rather empty about the journey. Have to re-group. AND, he was a good navigator, … Continue reading
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Seaside to Newport, Oregon and Bike Newport
We left Seaside and stopped fairly quickly in Cannon Beach. It’s a great, little town with kite stores, candy stores, and other touristy shops, but quality items and local art. The town is really quaint and has a great feel … Continue reading
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