Author Archives: John Aylward

Day 5: Truckee CA to Sparks NV

Today’s Highlights:We had an exceptionally scenic ride today over the Sierra Nevada mountains. Leaving Truckee before 7:00, we enjoyed some very crisp 45 degree mountain air. It was quite chilly riding in the shade of the tall pines since I … Continue reading

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Day 4: Auburn to Truckee

Today’s Highlights:Today’s ride was epic! We climbed almost 8000 feet in our 72-mile ride from Auburn to Truckee, cresting at Donner Pass around mile 62. The magnificent view from the top made the climb all worthwhile. We started our day … Continue reading

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Day 3: Sacramento to Auburn

Today’s Highlights:I’ve already lost track of what day of the week it is. It’s just “day 3” of the adventure. We had a nice easy ride today. Only 50 miles, mostly flat with a good climb at the end, and … Continue reading

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Day 2: Vallejo to Sacramento

Today’s Highlights:Our second 70-mile ride was great. We had a little delay getting started due to the personal attention the lone cook at the little diner paid to each and every person’s breakfast. Some riders waited almost one hour to … Continue reading

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