Another pedestrian, retirement day- 99 big ones!! Oh my aching– where do I start! Total fun, weather gods were  kind in the desert today, high of 90. Great group of people 21 cycling 4 Brits , 1 Scotsman and 5 strong ladies. Tomorrow look out- we  continue on into the heat to Blythe. Lots of … More Day 2 Riverside to Indio

Great 1st day. I got a terrific send off with lots of love and kisses from my wife, Denise and even a good buddy, Bill Doering, came by from Huntington Beach- to join in the send off. We dipped tires in the Pacific and off we went. It was a cool day, lots of stop … More Day 1- Manhattan Beach to Riverside

Ready or not (I think I am) we leave for LA tomorrow for a day of pre-ride activities such as: bike check-ups by the crew, orientation, safety discussions and get togethers with fellow riders and families.  It seems like we started the planning a long time ago and bang–we’re a go for take off, as they … More May 6, 2016

4 days till we ride! Before I write anything further, I have to wish Happy 1st Birthday to my grandson Ryland. His gang lives in No. Calif. so I won’t be there to join in the upcoming celebration. Every grandfather thinks his grandkids are the greatest–me included. We think he might also be a lefty … More May 4, 2016

6 days to go! This past Saturday’s ride around here felt like a day in Kansas, it was damp and real windy! I uncovered a photo of the original medical report on Lou Gehrig  from the archives of the Baseball Hall of Fame. I thought it might be an interesting and quick way  to gain insight into when … More May 2, 2016