Monthly Archives: September 2018
Day 3: Wallowa Lake to Elgin
Today’s Highlights:Today’s ride had some of the best scenery of any ride I have done. My day started at 5:00, with breakfast at 5:30 in the dark with temperature in the mid 30s. People are actually quite cheerful doing this. … Continue reading
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Day 2: Halfway to Wallowa Lake
Today’s Highlights:Today’s ride was very challenging, covering 78 miles and climbing almost 7000 ft. I started at 6:50 AM and finished at 4:00 PM.I dressed lightly this morning thinking I would warm up fast on our big hill climb. Unfortunately, … Continue reading
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Day 1: Baker City to Halfway
Today’s Highlights:I woke up at 4:00 this morning, but stayed in my warm sleeping bag until 5am. Breakfast was at 5:30 in the dark, with the temp around 38. After breakfast and packing, I started the ride a little before … Continue reading
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Day 0: Baker City
Today’s Highlights:This morning I drove 220 miles to Baker City mostly following the route I cycled on my very first bike trip across the US in 2002. I recognized a few places along the way. Tonight’s camp is at a … Continue reading
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