Contrary to the opinion of a recent article by Eben Weiss from Outsideonline where he argues that they only make sense for the professional cyclist, carbon bikes have won me over hands down. Why? Ride Quality. If you ride anywhere besides the super smooth surfaces of brand new bicycle paths, you want a carbon bike….
If you want to start at the beginning of the trip click here. Lakeview to just outside Riley Oregon 125 miles.. First item of the day after getting packed up was food. Quickly found a cafe in Lakeview and ordered enough food for 3 people. I recall the waitress asking if other people would be…
Dogs have always held a special place in our hearts with their loyalty, companionship, and the endearing way they communicate their emotions. As pet owners, we often wonder what goes on in their minds, and one question that frequently arises is, “What do dogs dream about?” Just like humans, dogs experience a world of dreams…
If you want to start at the beginning of this trip click here. Rolled out of Wes’s house around 6am after consuming a large breakfast of cheddar cheese, eggs and bacon courtesy yet again of Wes’s wife Donna. The goal for today was 95 miles to Lakeview. No more mountain passes to deal with only…
If you missed part one start here. I rolled out of the driveway on July 27th not sure what lay ahead but I was certainly excited and a bit nervous of what day one would bring. I rolled out of Grants Pass and headed towards Medford. This unlike any other day of the trip I…
Because I know there will be doubters of the veracity of the following information I am providing a link to my public strava account. While the trip chronicled was undertaken prior to the creation of strava it does list my total strava miles as over 50,000 miles… a tad more than the 3400 mile journey…
Cocosmia Lucifer, with its vibrant red flowers and easy-going nature, is a fantastic addition to any garden. Whether you’re an experienced gardener or a complete novice, cultivating these stunning plants can be a rewarding experience. They not only provide a stunning burst of red color to your landscape or garden but they also attract hummingbirds…
Health experts want the government to stop selling cigarettes to anyone born after 2008. This idea comes from a policy in New Zealand, but their new Prime Minister is not going forward with it. Dr. Andrew Pipe, a scientist who helps people quit smoking, thinks Canada should consider this policy. He says it could stop…
An unusual respiratory illness is currently affecting dogs, causing worry among pet owners and puzzlement among veterinarians. This disease, referred to as an “atypical canine infectious respiratory disease,” has been reported in several states, including Oregon, Colorado, and New Hampshire. Being an Oregon resident myself with 3 golden retrievers I felt the need to take…
The Toyota Prius Is the 2024 MotorTrend Car of the Year If you recall we did an article about how the Prius 2023 was the world’s first perfect car, now almost 2 months later Motor Trend is jumping on the band wagon, announcing today that the Prius won their coveted 2024 car of the year…
