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…
One Step at a Time! July 25
Francis Marion National Forest hosted a beautiful ride after we left Monck’s Corner, South Carolina, this morning. Tall trees and plenty of underbrush on both sides of the road made for a tranquil start to the day. Last night’s thunderstorms…
Cycling through Low Country July 24
Cycling through South Carolina’s Low Country for a second straight day brought more diverse scenery and more heat. Early on, we benefited from the shade of trees on shrouded roads, and then bore the wrath of the hot mid-day sun…