Category Archives: US

Monhegan Island, Maine

Posted on August 10, 2016 by Dave

Recently returned from a short trip to Maine where we were able to make it to Monhegan Island.   I have always wanted to visit the island and, for whatever reason, never made it there the 12 years I lived … Continue reading →

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Oregon Cycling…Change of Plans – Days 4 and 5

Posted on July 7, 2016 by Dave

I am now back in Kentucky but I wanted to complete the blog on the Oregon trip. After unintentionally getting a day ahead of schedule and reaching the coast so quickly, I decided to stay along the coast and not … Continue reading →

Posted in Northwest, Oregon, Seattle, US, Washington | Leave a comment

A Brutal Ride…Days 2 and 3 in Oregon

Posted on June 26, 2016 by Dave

First thing—I brought too much gear and day two of my trip turned out to be brutal because of it.  I’m carrying at least 50 pounds and it is completely unnecessary. Since I was 20 miles ahead of schedule I … Continue reading →

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Oregon Cycling Tour – Day 1

Posted on June 24, 2016 by Dave

After 2 weeks working in Portland, OR, I started my Oregon cycling trip this morning. I was hoping to start at 9AM but had to return a pair of cycling shorts to REI early in the morning and it pushed … Continue reading →

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A great extended weekend…

Posted on June 14, 2016 by Dave

I am off to Portland, Oregon for work today. Before leaving for this trip, me and my nephews had planned a trip to North Adams, MA to see the band The National at the Mass. Museum of Contemporary Art (Mass … Continue reading →

Posted in Massachusetts, New York, Northeast, Pennsylvania, Pittsburgh, US | 1 Comment