We had no real destination in mind, but we did have a midweek work trip that allowed us to sample a little food and a few trails in an area that I don’t think I’ve ever ridden, Montesano, WA. Had a great breakfast/lunch at a place called the Savory Faire Cafe. It must have been kind of a destiny/God thing…Continue Reading
Rides
Chantrelles
I’m talking trails, not mushrooms. Don’t know, maybe there are mushrooms there too, in addition to the trails. The trails or trail are out of the Lake Whatcom Park out at the end of the North Shore Road. I’ve ridden and hiked the Chantrelle Trail several times, but this recent trip was a treat because the trail has been extended…Continue Reading
2019 Mt. Baker Hill Climb
I considered my ride in the 2018 Mt. Baker Hill Climb an adventure to be endured, not necessarily enjoyed during the adventure, yet another example of a favorite C.S. Lewis quote, Adventures are never fun while you’re having them. Going into the 2019 event with eyes wide open, I’ve been expecting a tough but enjoyable ride, even during the ride. I’d been…Continue Reading
First Ride – Reassembled Raleigh International
This afternoon I took out the Raleigh International on a maiden voyage of sorts. This is the Raleigh International that I had the great fortune to come across last summer. The bikes original owner was unable to complete the restoration that he had started on a bike that he himself had purchased new back in the early 1970’s, unfortunately I…Continue Reading
Tour de Whatcom – 2019
My Garmin read 100.9 miles meaning that for me, the 2019 Tour de Whatcom was in the books. Before the ride, my wife and I were trying to figure out if if this was my 3rd or 4th time, but couldn’t come to a definite conclusion, so just left it out there as a question that might remain unanswered. However, during…Continue Reading
Uno, Dos, Tres
The enjoyment/sense of accomplishment of a tough workout usually follows the finish of the tough workout by minutes, hours, days, but rarely during the actual workout. It’s kind of like the saying the C. S. Lewis saying that I often quote, as long as you think of your workout as an adventure. Adventures are never fun while you’re having them.…Continue Reading