Monthly Archives: June 2016

A Brutal Ride…Days 2 and 3 in Oregon

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

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…

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

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Things to come…

After a long hiatus there are a few things on the vacation horizon. Coming up soon is a solo cycling trip in Oregon in June–even though I may not be in the proper physical condition, I am still going to … Continue reading

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