On June 4th, 2008 four friends will set out on, what will no doubt be, an unforgettable journey, traveling from Portland, Maine to Portland, Oregon... by bicycle. What follows are what we refer to as "mile markers", thoughts, stories, pictures and whatever else comes along with a trip like this to mark out our trail as we go. The map below will show the route we will have traveled once we get on the bikes, for now it shows a general overview on what we expect our trip to look like. If anyone knows of any "must-sees" near our route or know of any places we can stay leave us a comment. No promises on a daily update, but hopefully we can update a couple times a week so that those back home can experience the journey along with us. You can also view our updated photo album online. Hope you enjoy the ride!

Friday, June 27, 2008

Vidoes From Our Trip so Far

This is a video from early on in our trip, somewhere in Maine I think. You'll notice that I call this a "pass", wow did I have a lot to learn.


This is a more recent video from near Mount Vernon, Ohio. After a long day of hills in Holmes County we found a nice, flat trail. It had been an old railroad that they turned into a really nice bike trail.

This is a random video from our tent. Poor Evie is stuck with us two guys. The duct tape on Bruce's mouth is there because he is determined to correct his snoring problem. I told him early on in the trip that he snored and he was devestated, so this was what he came up with.

5 comments:

Mama K said...

I'm really enjoying your updates on your progress and the adventures along the way! I don't always have time to comment, but I do read your blog! I think what you're doing is AMAZING and AWESOME. Hang in there, you can do it! How's that for a positive note? =)

sgs233 said...

Hey - Evie, Shawn, and Karla:

Bruce PROMISED that he would make you guys the famous Bruce Yoder pizzas at some point during the trip. Make sure you hold him to it!

sgs233 said...

Oh yes, Brucie Boy, your blog is followed quite intently by the Kapenda Ave gang! We're all cheering for you and toasting your progress!!!!!

Anonymous said...

Hello! I'm the horse lady all of you met just a mile from my country home between Arcola and Arthur, IL. Again, I admire the 4 of you for following your dream! It'll be an accomplishment you can be proud of achieving and something to look back upon to cherish for an entire lifetime! Way to go!!!

Anonymous said...

Hi Evie, 5 east gang- love the pics- and video, we look at them just about everyday, Everybody says hi, we really missed you this last weekend. Our summer slump is over and we are starting to get busy. Ryan says hi and misses you! He got news he is deployed again this fall. You are really getting trim! I bet youve lost a bunch. Kay monitors your progress very faithfully- as you know she would....We love you, enjoy the trip through your messages and pictures. Be careful and have a blast. Jody