Today began with a lengthy bridge crossing. The Neuse River Bridge extends one and a half miles, and includes on and off ramps suspended over the open water. Our ride toward the rising sun in the eastern sky got our…
New Bern, NC July 29
If you like history, beauty, and water; magnificent architecture and engineering; boats, good food and Pepsi; come to New Bern, North Carolina. Walking across the bridge over the Trent River to church this morning was interrupted briefly as we waited while…
Recognizing a Blessing July 28
The past few days felt like little progress after many miles. We had meandered along the coast and traveled back roads. The zig-zagging was accumulating less efficient miles. We enjoy those rides, but it was just beginning to feel like…
The Good, The Bad, and The Ugly, Bicycle Touring Style July 27
If yesterday was hot, today promised to be even hotter. The temperature at 8:30 a.m. was 88 degrees! We started biking at 7:30 this morning to beat the heat, and then headed for a ferry ride in Southport in hopes…
Now It’s North Carolina! July 26
After several days cranking out long, hot miles, this morning came too early–thanks in part to some noisy neighbors. An extra roll in the sack resulted in a 9:00 am departure, with the sun already amped up to challenge our…