Tag: bicycle
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Day 37
Today’s ride took us 98 miles from Marysville to Wooster, and it was a chilly one. With overcast skies and temperatures in the high 50s, my fingers were frozen, making it difficult to shift gears for the last 20 miles. The misting rain that welcomed us into Wooster added to the cold, making this one…
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Day 35
Day 35: From Greenfield to Richmond, IN – A Day of Nostalgia and New Memories Last night was an absolute treat as my son, Brady, came to visit me. We had a wonderful dinner at St. Elmo in Indianapolis, a perfect way to recharge for the day ahead. Today’s ride took us 53 miles from…
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Day 33
Honoring D-Day: A Journey of Reflection and InspirationAs I cycle across America, I am constantly reminded of the freedom we cherish and the sacrifices that have secured it. Today, on the 80th anniversary of D-Day, we honor the bravery and determination of the Allied forces who stormed the beaches of Normandy on June 6, 1944.…
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Day 31
Today we cycled 91.6 miles from Springfield to Champaign under overcast skies. The route was mostly flat, with a repetitive but charming view of barn after barn stretching across the horizon. Though the scenery was monotonous, it had a certain tranquility that made the miles pass by smoothly. Our first SAG stop provided a delightful…
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Day 30
Today was one of our toughest yet, with 107 miles of cycling through heat and relentless headwinds. Right from the start, we faced a hill as we left the hotel, setting the tone for a challenging but rewarding day. Rural Illinois stretched out before us with its expansive landscapes and quiet roads. The scenery, though…
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Day 11
Pedaling Through the Storm: A Day of Challenges and Triumphs from Gallup to Grants Today I met a few remarkable individuals, each with their own stories of service and sacrifice. From Garth Shanklin, a Vietnam War veteran stationed in Heidelberg, Germany, to Jonathan Rosales, EJ Habsheild, and Sergeant Hunter Lyon, all Air Force construction stationed…
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Day 10
Alan Davis, Army veteran, Odie Redfield, Navy veteran From Holbrook to Gallup: A Day of Changing Skies and Steady Pedals Today’s leg of the journey from Holbrook, Arizona, to Gallup, New Mexico, may have been characterized by its mediocrity, but every mile was a testament to our resilience and determination. Setting out in the brisk…
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Day 7
Honoring Heroes and Conquering Heights: From Cottonwood to Flagstaff, Where Every Climb Tells a Story. Met Stanley Rohrer, Air Force Veteran, Battle of Taegu, 1954-56 🇺🇸⛰️ #ClimbForACause #VeteranAppreciation Amidst the rugged beauty of Arizona, our cycling journey took on a deeper meaning as we encountered two remarkable veterans: 95-year-old Stanley Rohrer, a Korean War hero…
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