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Peru
No Machu Picchu on your Peru agenda - you will be so close... Sounds like you and Motosan are developing quite the bond - this is a good thing because you are kinda' dependent on "him" (?) so keeping him well "healed" is important. See you...

Great Stuff
Firstly keep up the great blog. I know Henry is really enjoying it (probably others) and obviously there is a lot more to come. There have been a number of world gliding records set in Argentina by some New Zealanders and Germans so you may find some good flying there although it can be a bit scary as weather is very changeable in the mountain areas and the potential to land out safely is just about non-existent in these areas. Is Bruce still with you? We are back in NZ as of the 13th Nov. and I am looking forward to flying again and putting the BMW on the Kiwi roads. Best regards to you and Motosan.

catching up
Hey John. I am just catching up with your travels. We had 3 weeks at Alexis and a couple of trips to Kamloops. The pictures of Big Sur brought back good memories of my trip to the Mexican border on that vibrating BSA. I loved the patio jail story. I was really chuckling thinking of you and Bruce figuring that one out. Glad you did. Ride safe, dude! Jeff

Patzquaro
With all those cars lined up in the street I am thinking I would be skipping the birthday party... I know people who live in San Miguel de Allende and they love it - though it seems that with all the Americans moving there it really is losing its former self - for me, kind of sad... I agree with the "Great pics" - I can see the shot of all the houses on the hill in Guanajuato, blown up, in a frame on a wall. You are becoming famous for your writings - I have people asking me for your next update - as they say keep those cards and letters coming and continue to BE SAFE!

Hi John, I have finally read your blogs, charted your journey and looked at your beautiful pictures. Omigosh, what an amazing trip you are having. I like what you write about...the biking details are interesting to fellow riders. The surprises that you've experienced, such as having some preconceptions challenged, are also interesting to me. We had a great trip over the Beartooth Pass in Wyoming this summer, but despite the buffalo rubs, snow and lightning, we'd probably still get a pussy rating given what you've experienced! I look forward to your next installment!

Too much twisty! Hilar Pops. Great pics. I already have a few picked out I'd like to frame.

I'm breathless......
I was held captive by this piece I must say. Rode those windy roads with you and even got sick of them...then you saying you had had enough! Laughed over your comment on our windy roads home here being for pussies! When you mentioned seeing the Rivera Museum in Guanajauto, I envied that. I love his paintings and thought I'd bring out a Puzzle I have with his Lady selling Flowers and do it this evening!! The accomodations you chose sounded reasonable and safe for your bikes. That watery experience you had kind of made me nervous but knew as I read you'd get thru it! Oh, by the way, I'm your Moms fellow weaving buddy if you hadn't guessed upon seeing my name, sorry! Great writing, keep up the great reports and the pictures are wonderful. I'm excited over the next Lap! Stay safe....."J"

Right behind you!
I'll be parting Los Angeles October 3rd. See you on the road! www.wheelchallenge.com

Spirit
I feel like I'm riding with you in spirit. You seem to be moving along at a good clip. Don't forget the guest room is available in Quito. Felipe

hi John
That taxi ride from Manta sounds like it is worse than the road into the lake. Looking at your friend John's condo, looks like a paradise. A nice place to retire for sure. We are looking forward to seeing you in August. Take care.

Amigos
Muy agradable escribir esto para sus amigos de habla hispana. Demuestra la consideración y el respecto. Puedo decirle que gozara de su compañía. ¡Afortunado usted!

No Hablo Espan~ol.
Me alegro mucho que hallas conocido gente buena y espero verte pronto cuando regreses a Edmonton. Cuanto subistes de peso? Cuando regreses vamos a comer alas de pollo con cervesa.

Ahhh... Paragliding
parapente - like I knew the word... Now I do :) Totally amazing stuff comes to us when we are open to experience them. Who would have known a gliding club would have been part of the deal? I am sure they are as thrilled as you are. Me, I would stand and watch, keyword "watch", you all take flight. I am sure the sights are terrifically beautiful and can't wait to see the pictures...