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| 27th June 2009 Pastor Steve | Met you on 94 - From: Over the Big Horns to the Black Hills I talked to Roger Will last week at Perkins and he mentioned you had left on this trip on June 17. My wife and I met you guys as we were returning from our 25 day adventure on Route 66 and beyond. I think it was around Belfield or Richardton that we crossed paths. |
| 23rd June 2009 Rick Robinson | May have seen you on your return - From: Over the Big Horns to the Black Hills Mary and I traveled to Belle Fouche on Monday to accept delivery of my mother-in-law from Mary's sister who lives in Casper, Wy. for transport back to Bismarck. (seriously tho, I really do like my mother-in-law) Saw lots of bikes northbound while we were heading south from Belfield and one or two groups, noticed a motorcycle with training wheels so thought it might have been your group.. |
| 22nd June 2009 JoLynn Keller | Good memories - From: Over the Big Horns to the Black Hills These pics brought back good memories from several years ago when we went to Yellowstone by way of Montana and then home. Would love to drive through Spearfish canyon and eat a Latchstring Inn. That is such a beautiful area. Sounds like you enjoyed God's scenic highways and made it safely home. Miss you!! |
| 19th June 2009 Kristi F | Gas??? - From: Bear Tooth Pass stretched us all... Rob you shouldn't talk about gas right after you talk about food - it gets a little confusing - HA HA HA It's sounds you all are having a wonderful ride - be safe! |
| 19th June 2009 Jonathan | my grandparents - From: Day One: Bismarck , ND to Billings,MT Hi Grandma Peggy and Grandpa Jim! I saw your pictures. Have fun on your trip and drive safe! |
| 18th June 2009 anonymous | - From: Day One: Bismarck , ND to Billings,MT Hello Rob and the "HEAVEN'S evANGELS"! Our prayers are with you -- have a great ride! Pastor Doug & Vicki |
| 18th June 2009 Chuck Scott | Back in the saddle again - From: Day One: Bismarck , ND to Billings,MT Rob, Great to read you are off on another adventure. Have a great time at the Beartooth Gap, it has to be one of the coolest rides in the lower 48. Be safe! C |
| 18th June 2009 Rick R | One of my favorite rides - From: Day One: Bismarck , ND to Billings,MT Thanks, as always, for providing us with coverage of your excursions. Wish I was there. I finally got the sailboat in the water for the Summer Solstice sail down Lake Sakakawea and got the sails on yesterday after work - June 17 - Still looking for crew for this weekends sail... Have fun, Rob. Hope your new bike is a good move for you... |
| 18th June 2009 Darin Will | I won't miss the next one. - From: Day One: Bismarck , ND to Billings,MT I am definitely sitting here at my work desk regretting that I wasn't able to make it on this trip. I will be penciling in the next trip for sure! |
| 18th June 2009 Tonya Sigl | Fresh air - From: Day One: Bismarck , ND to Billings,MT Sounds like you are enjoying yourself. I went for my first run this morning at 6am, and I agree, we need to take time to rejuvinate. Even if it is a walk around the block. |
| 14th June 2009 shelle michaels | Always great to see you - From: It's Been One Year! I have been a lucky one... as I know why you are busy and I still get to see you! Have a great day!! Today is not only Flag Day but the 234th Birthday of the US Army!! |
| 8th November 2008 RobKeller | Thanks Dave for your correction - From: Day 6 (July 3, 2008) Start at Mile 0-Dawson Creek Dave, Thanks for taking time to read the travel blog. I went back and checked my notes and you are right...I had that your dad came to the area in 1977. It was a typo but thank you for taking time to write and correct. I have to say that next time I come through Muncho Lake, I am going to spend more time and have several of your dad's breakfast...still haven't had one better. Take care my friend. |
| 5th November 2008 David Gunness | Nice post! - From: Day 6 (July 3, 2008) Start at Mile 0-Dawson Creek Hey there, Just finished reading your post on our place at Muncho. Your right, my dad is quite the character, and I still haven't heard all of his stories of his travels and the things he did. He's spent a long time building on what he started, and wanted to mention one thing. He actually wasn't even born in 1927, and I think he came up here in the late 70's to start his business. He was born in 1944, and still doing what he loves! Hope to see you drop in again someday! Cheers, Dave |
| 18th September 2008 Becky Kuss | Loved the adventure - From: Day 23 (July 20, 2008) Alaska Adventure Over---Lots of Memories I just wanted to say that I truely enjoyed reading your blog Rob. What and adventure! God has blessed you! Can't wait to read the 48 state adventure blog!! |
| 17th September 2008 Dallas | great trip - From: Day 23 (July 20, 2008) Alaska Adventure Over---Lots of Memories From a fellow retired Gaurdsman, congratulations on your fantastic trip. This is truly the trip of a life time. Something most Wing riders want to do, and a few actually do. I am also a Wing Rider from GF,ND. |
| 14th September 2008 Clint | One of the two finest roads in America - From: Day 22, (July 19, 2008) "Going To The Sun" Road Dangerous-Fun-Spectacular-Inspiring I grew up in this area before moving to Bismarck, ND. I absolutely love the Going to the Sun road and most recently made it out there on my honeymoon. I like to go fast on the first part, but when the really twisty stuff comes up the scenery helps slow a guy down. As a motorcyclist, I would say that this road is equaled only by Deals Gap, on the border between Tennessee and North Carolina. The Gap is a much faster road end-to-end, though...and a favorite blast route for motorcyclists. |
| 31st July 2008 Wendy | Ohio - From: Day 23 (July 20, 2008) Alaska Adventure Over---Lots of Memories My husband and I really enjoyed reading about your awesome trip! If you ever get up to Sandusky, OH on your bike, let us know. We are going to Alaska the summer of 2009, but we are not as brave as you-we are flying. Tim & Wendy |
| 29th July 2008 Carol Land | Thanks for sharing the journey - From: Day 23 (July 20, 2008) Alaska Adventure Over---Lots of Memories Hey Rob - I just finished reading your final entry. Thanks for taking the time to share the trip with so many of us. The photos were great and your narrative very interesting. I admire you for fulfilling your dream! |
| 29th July 2008 Russ Kroshus | Congrats - From: Day 23 (July 20, 2008) Alaska Adventure Over---Lots of Memories Rob, Heard about your blog at the YMCA this morning. Just got done going over your adventure. You must have had a great trip. Russ |
| 28th July 2008 Rick Robinson | And another thing... - From: Day 23 (July 20, 2008) Alaska Adventure Over---Lots of Memories Rob, you need to get back out on the road...What will I have to look forward to reading about now!!! Absolutely Nothing! |
| 28th July 2008 Rick Robinson | Great Ride - From: Day 23 (July 20, 2008) Alaska Adventure Over---Lots of Memories What a great trip, Rob...and a great life experience. Thanks for sharing in such great detail. Too many times we all do things that make great stories, but never take the time to document even a tiny bit of the experience. You have taken the time to contribute to everyones hope of one day setting out and experiencing a bit of the world and meeting the wonderful people in it. I hope to emulate this kind of trip in the near future, and will endeavor to share the adventure as well as you have done over the past weeks. Hope you are recovering well from your injury and your future trips are even more enjoyable....Rick |
| 25th July 2008 Peggy Harms | Welcome Home - From: Day 23 (July 20, 2008) Alaska Adventure Over---Lots of Memories What a awesome trip. You made the trip come alive...just like a good novel! You even made me a published photographer..(Tee Hee.) Give those grandkids a hug from me. |
| 25th July 2008 Kevin | Great adventure...... - From: Day 23 (July 20, 2008) Alaska Adventure Over---Lots of Memories Congrats Rob, That was a well planned trip and interesting. KC |
| 24th July 2008 Pam Hellman | Thanks for a great trip! - From: Day 23 (July 20, 2008) Alaska Adventure Over---Lots of Memories Thanks Rob! I've always wanted to go to Alaska and now I feel like I've been there. Your photos were incredible and your words were descriptive. When I see a bike on the road it makes me think of you and your awesome adventure! Thanks for the blessing! |
| 24th July 2008 Sandy Geier | Glad you're HOME - From: Day 23 (July 20, 2008) Alaska Adventure Over---Lots of Memories I enjoyed taking the trip via email. I read and looked forward to your blogs daily. Thanks Rob for inviting us along with you. You have TWO adorable Granddaughters!! |
| 24th July 2008 Shelli | - From: Day 23 (July 20, 2008) Alaska Adventure Over---Lots of Memories Thanks so much for sharing your adventure and I'm glad you made it home safely! It was wonderful to have met you... Enjoy those grandbabies :) Cheers from Alaska! |
| 24th July 2008 brad keller | - From: Day 23 (July 20, 2008) Alaska Adventure Over---Lots of Memories hey Rob, glad you are back home and thanks for taking us along on this great once in a life time adventure. We have been praying for you and glad you are home . |
| 24th July 2008 Jon Patch | you da man - From: Day 23 (July 20, 2008) Alaska Adventure Over---Lots of Memories Great accomplishment Rob. I envy you, you lucky dog! Someday I would love to do the same! I don't take my bike on the open road much but I know exactly what your talking about when you talk about "... the wind in your face, the openness of the road, the freedom ...", the best part of my day is often the ride home from work on my motorcycle. |
| 24th July 2008 Ty Thorne | Safe Travels - From: Day 23 (July 20, 2008) Alaska Adventure Over---Lots of Memories Blessings to you Rob! Thank you for sharing your adventure with us. We are so thankful that you made it back in one piece. And just so you know, Riley is more than ready for her pappa to visit! See you soon! Ty. |
| 24th July 2008 Loreeta | Welcome home! - From: Day 23 (July 20, 2008) Alaska Adventure Over---Lots of Memories Welcome home, Rob! And thank you so much for taking all of us along on your adventure! It was so fun reading your blog and looking at your amazing photos. What a great feeling it must be to accomplish your goal. Well done! |
| 22nd July 2008 Kevin Conklin | Road to the Sun - From: Day 22, (July 19, 2008) "Going To The Sun" Road Dangerous-Fun-Spectacular-Inspiring You are right.... there is no other road like this one. It is said that some people will go across only in one direction because they want to be on the inside lane and not next to the edge. I've been across it 4 or 5 times and the one that I rememer the most was on an early summer day and there were 3 or 4 places where run off water was flowing across the road. It was a very scary drive and your vehicle always felt to big for the narrow road. You will remember that stretch forever. |
| 22nd July 2008 gary a lund | - From: Day 22, (July 19, 2008) "Going To The Sun" Road Dangerous-Fun-Spectacular-Inspiring Rob, I spent some time in Glacier and would ride the" Slammers" up the Going to the Sun many times and we would always like to stand up in the Slammer with our heads looking out the roof and then look over the side.... great time and great view !! The term Slammers had a lot to do with the grade of the road and the breaks hopefully working when you needed them the most!! ga Gary A. Lund |
| 21st July 2008 Darin Will | Jealous - From: Day 21 (July 18, 2008) Bellingham to Spokane I know jealousy isn't right, but I must say 1 month on the road sounds like a lot of fun, especially with the scenery! I'm thinking that in your retirement you should start a business of being a tour guide for motorcyclists. You could pick a destination, plan it all and get folks to pay to ride with you! If you need an assistant, let me know! Glad to hear your trip has been safe and I have enjoyed reading your blogs! DW |
| 19th July 2008 shelle | time of your life - From: Day 21 (July 18, 2008) Bellingham to Spokane Rob-- I am so proud of you for doing this!! how amazing!!!!!!!!! Be safe!! |
| 19th July 2008 Shelle | WELCOME TO THE BABE!! - From: Day 16 & 17 (July 13-14, 2008) Beaver Creek, YT to Haines, AK Lucy Mae is absolutely gorgeous!! what a perfect little one!!! congrats to the Keller family on their expansion!!! |
| 18th July 2008 Jessica Brokaw | Congrats to the fam! - From: Day 16 & 17 (July 13-14, 2008) Beaver Creek, YT to Haines, AK Rob, I don't think you are proud enough of those grandkids. Skip-generation is scary...watch out Heidi ;-) Just kidding Rob. If those Grandchildren are like you & JoLynn---they are blessed. I can meet you whatever day, where ever is good for you when you come through. |
| 16th July 2008 Loreeta | Congratulations, gramps! - From: Day 16 & 17 (July 13-14, 2008) Beaver Creek, YT to Haines, AK Lucy Mae is beautiful! Congratulations! And, keep riding safely! |
| 14th July 2008 Kim Shaw | Wow - beautiful photo of McKinley - From: Day 12 (July 9, 2008) Regrouping In Anchorage Hi, Rob! I have enjoyed reading some of your entries and glad to hear you are well and having a grand and memorable time of it in the "true" northland! Fantastic photo of Mt. McKinley. Stay safe and the Lord's blessing and protection surround you. Kim S |
| 14th July 2008 Claudia & Abbey | Girls from canada olympic park - From: Day 3 (June 30, 2008) In the Canadian Rockies Hola!! Wow, we can't believe how far you've travelled since we saw you 2 weeks ago!! Your blog is awesome, and we wish you happy trails, and look forward to keep hearing about your adventure. Claudia & Abbey |
| 14th July 2008 Pam Hofer | - From: Day 15 (July 12, 2008) Goodbye Valdez...Hello Yukon! Rob, We have enjoyed reading your blog and seeing the great pictures. We are leaving for Illinois Tuesday, so will have to catch up on your blog when we get home, sometime next week. Enjoy the rest of your trip! |
| 13th July 2008 Shirley Schmeyer | Beautiful Country - From: Day 14 (July 11, 2008) Valdez well worth the ride It has been wonderful sharing your adventures in Alaska. Dorothy W. (my sister) gave me your Blog info. Sorry you were not able to see Mt. McKinley, but keep your fingers crossed, it may happen yet. We had to stop for moose in the road when we went. |
| 13th July 2008 Bill Robbins | Road condidtions - From: Day 14 (July 11, 2008) Valdez well worth the ride Hi, Rob after seeing the road conditions I understand why the Goldwing looked like a dirt bike in Anchorage. If you make it to TN let me know so we can take a ride together. Ride Safe and continue to enjoy the experience. |
| 12th July 2008 Jessica | wow! wow! - From: Day 14 (July 11, 2008) Valdez well worth the ride Rob, you have to enter your photos in contests. Incredible... |
| 11th July 2008 Doug Graham | Keeping you in prayer ... - From: Day 13 (July 10, 2008) Traveled the Turnagain Arm to Seward Thanks for the awesome daily updates and great pics! Your entries give us a brief little vacation every day. |
| 11th July 2008 Shelli | Facts - From: Day 13 (July 10, 2008) Traveled the Turnagain Arm to Seward Hello! Thanks for the facinating update and I'm glad to see you have the facts right :) Cheers, Shelli (I work at the Anchorage Convention & Visitors Bureau) |
| 11th July 2008 Riley Jo | still waiting - From: Day 13 (July 10, 2008) Traveled the Turnagain Arm to Seward Mom just wanted me to email papa to let you know that I'm not a big sis yet...but mom will probably get induced this Thursday (July 17). Heard you got me something!!!! |
| 11th July 2008 Jack Harrison | Great to See You - From: Day 12 (July 9, 2008) Regrouping In Anchorage Rob -- It was great seeing you Wednesday (July 9th). I'm so glad you were able to join Eric, Nikki, Enid and Shelli for dinner. Retirement is serving you well. Here's wishing you continued safe travels. Hope to see you in the fall. Take care....Jack |
| 11th July 2008 Lisa | beautiful - From: Day 13 (July 10, 2008) Traveled the Turnagain Arm to Seward Once again, the pictures are amazing - even on cloudy days. Thank you so much for sharing your trip! |
| 10th July 2008 Kurt F. | Envious - From: Day 11 (July 8, 2008) Fairbanks to Anchorage...It was cold! Hi Rob! I hope all is going well. I'm envious of you, it would be great to be riding right next to you. I hope all was OK with your bike. Having been to Alaska, the theater in one, has no choice but to come out in you. It's got to be over whelming to ride through Alaska on a bike. Take Care! May God keep you safe on the rest of your adventure. Kurt |
| 10th July 2008 C&C Bender | Sheepskin Seat Cover - From: Day 12 (July 9, 2008) Regrouping In Anchorage Rob, We have a sheepskin cover that we ordered from Alaska Leather and just love it! Glad you got rested up. Sounds like a great trip despite the weather! Your name came up at the ride last night and many people are reading your blog. We went to the Cowboy Cafe in Carson last night. C&C |
| 10th July 2008 shelle | ah, well, gee - From: Day 4 (July 1, 2008) Lake Louise to Hinton, AB Like THEY SAID above me........ baby goat is a kid. this however does not mean that since you have kids, that you are a goat.... however, the photos with your beard in the days to come........ could discount my words!! hahahah!! big hugs Rob. Be safe......................... |
| 10th July 2008 Shelle | How Awesome - From: Day 11 (July 8, 2008) Fairbanks to Anchorage...It was cold! Thanks for the 411 on the handing over of the Soldiers' Angels Tee-shirt Rob!!! What a great couple of folks!!! |
| 10th July 2008 Shelle | Proud to call you "MY FRIEND!" - From: Day 12 (July 9, 2008) Regrouping In Anchorage You are so awesome Rob! (Yes, I have figured your first name out after all these years!) This travel blog has been so awesome to follow!!!! You are having the time of your life................. |
| 10th July 2008 brad keller | - From: Day 12 (July 9, 2008) Regrouping In Anchorage Hey Rob, Great picture of Mt McKinley! Wish you could have been in Nepal with me to see Mt. Everest. Nepal has 8 out of the 10 highest mountain peaks in the world. Keep safe and we're praying for you.... Brad |
| 10th July 2008 Kevin Conklin | Latest member - From: Day 12 (July 9, 2008) Regrouping In Anchorage Rob, Interesting stuff and good news on your bike. The latest member left on Mt McK happened last Friday. Shortly after reaching the summit he had a heart attach and they buried him there as the team decided it was to risky to try and bring him down. To bad you were not able to see the mountaid because it's mass is spectacular. They say that 70% of the visitors to Alaska go to see Mt McK but only 30% are succesfull. Bikers are friendly and patriotic for sure. I'm a member of the Patriot Guard which is a band of bikers who attend military funerals and will create human walls to create a distance from possible hecklers. Kevin |
| 10th July 2008 Nate Williams | brrrrrr - From: Day 11 (July 8, 2008) Fairbanks to Anchorage...It was cold! Rob, glad to hear you made it through the cold day....just thought I would let you know it was about 90 back home today....hahahahha!!! Ok, so if I'm to be honest, I'd rather be riding right next to you!! Glad to hear all is still going well.....ride safe and take care!!! |
| 10th July 2008 JoLynn | Papa Smurf?? - From: Day 11 (July 8, 2008) Fairbanks to Anchorage...It was cold! I do agree that you really look like your Brother Brad with the beard and no hair. All the layers sorta of do remind me of Santa Claus with no hair. So sorry you did not get to see Mt. McKinnley. I hope you will pamper yourself and get a massage. Stay warm!! |
| 9th July 2008 chris keller | GPS - From: Day 11 (July 8, 2008) Fairbanks to Anchorage...It was cold! what happened to your GPS? Did it totally stop working? |
| 9th July 2008 Chuck Scott | Elmendorf ND connection - From: Day 11 (July 8, 2008) Fairbanks to Anchorage...It was cold! Rob, The only connection I know of for Elmendorf to ND is that the Assistant Command Chaplain for PACAF happens to be our very own Hooligan Chaplain Col William Ziegler. Col Z is here in ND now and his next PACAF duty will be in Hawaii but he does get out to Elmendorf occassionally. I am still watching this blog daily but I missed almost a week while on vacation. Looking back a few days I was happy to see you had posted some bear pictures, because what would an Alaska trip be without bears? If you are looking for a unique kind of Alaska gift for JoLynn try finding some Musk Ox wool products. The natives in Alaska have a monopoly on it, and they sell it in a little shop across the street from the bus depot in Anchorage. Be warned it is some pretty expensive stuff but well worth the cost. The wool is super soft and very warm. My wife can't stand having wool next to her skin but doesn't mind Musk Ox wool because there are no hooks in the threads like there are on sheeps wool. Keep up the great blog and stay warm. Chuck |
| 9th July 2008 JoLynn | Christmas - From: Day 10 (July 7, 2008) Today was the Northernmost leg of my journey. I know I would have loved that Christmas store and yes I would love to keep my tree up all year. I just don't want snow all year. |
| 9th July 2008 JoLynn | YOU DID IT!! - From: Day 9 (July 6, 2008) I RODE THE ENTIRE ALASKAN HIGHWAY! What a goal to reach--driving the entire Alaskan Highway solo. I am so proud of you. Thanks for sharing this trip with all of us. I did enjoy "the ride with you" from the comfort of home although a part of me would love to be with you. Stay warm and safe. Love and prayers. |
| 9th July 2008 Haley & Marah Hofer | Enjoying - From: Day 10 (July 7, 2008) Today was the Northernmost leg of my journey. Uncle Rob, We are loving the pics that you are posting. We enjoy finding out daily where you are. We can't wait to see all of your pics when you come to visit us again. Have a safe trip back.. We thought the North Pole was a lot farther??? At least that's what Dad says.. |
| 8th July 2008 Jody | Great pic and journal - From: Day 10 (July 7, 2008) Today was the Northernmost leg of my journey. Rob, I am enjoying yor pic and daily journal with much interest. A friend at work said to stop at a roadhouse between Fairbanks and Danali, its called Skinny Dicks Halfway Inn. You know, that you are going to do this again, don't you....only next time I will be riding with you....Jody |
| 8th July 2008 Darin | Enjoying - From: Day 10 (July 7, 2008) Today was the Northernmost leg of my journey. Rob, I have been enjoying your updates and am starting to get the itch to make a ride like that myself! You could publish a book entitled "Riding to Alaska on Motorcycle for Dummys" and I would probably buy one! Ride safe! DW |
| 8th July 2008 Erin H | This is Awesome! - From: Day 10 (July 7, 2008) Today was the Northernmost leg of my journey. Rob- this is such a great adventure! We are all keeping track of you and can hardly wait to find out what you'll do tomorrow! Have you been able to sleep with so much sunlight? Alaska looks beautiful! Good luck and thanks for the updates! |
| 8th July 2008 Pete Conlin | SPAM ALERT - From: Day 10 (July 7, 2008) Today was the Northernmost leg of my journey. I keep getting this spam from Rob Keller on my email. I think he must work for Alaska tourism or something. Not sure about that beard though...he looks like Papa Smurf. |
| 8th July 2008 Kevin Conklin | Mt McK - From: Day 9 (July 6, 2008) I RODE THE ENTIRE ALASKAN HIGHWAY! Rob, On your trip to Anchorage after passing the entrance to Denali Nat'l Park somplace between mile marker 133 and 150 you will pass a Vet Memorial with good volunteers running the visitor center. We stayed at Mt McKinley Princess Lodge at marker 133. Good place to eat with 3 dining choices in the main lodge and right next to the main lodge on the same property is the 20 3 20 grill which is something like a Chili's. The 20 3 20 is related to the height of Mt McK, 20,320 feet. What kind of gas prices are you finding? Anchorage, city wide was $4.39. Outside of Anchorage we were finding$4.60 to $5.10. Kevin |
| 7th July 2008 Carol Keller | - From: Day 3 (June 30, 2008) In the Canadian Rockies Rob we have really enjoyed your trip trough your blog. You have such a gift of writing. Its almost like talking to you face to face. You are in our prayers, stay safe. |
| 7th July 2008 Loren Carson | CONGRATULATIONS!!! - From: Day 9 (July 6, 2008) I RODE THE ENTIRE ALASKAN HIGHWAY! Rob, WAY TO GO !!! What an accomplishment!!! What a SOLO accomplishment....but looking at your daily blogs, probably the best way to do the trip! Thank you for sharing your trip (and your heart) with us!! Will look forward to your return. (Maybe will join you on one of the last legs) I just got done reading a novel on the civil war, so am thinking along those lines......but on the photo of you and bike by the Alaska signs, well, you kind of look like one of the conquering civil war generals I just got done reading about. And that is meant as a compliment! You Came. You Saw. You Conquered! You ROCK Rob Keller!! |
| 7th July 2008 Rick Robinson | I feel like I DID go with you... - From: Day 8 (July 5, 2008) Made it to Tok, AK Rob, thanks for the great travellog. I look forward to each and every one. Finally, something about boats...(S.S. Klondike). You know me, I would have had to stop and go through the entire boat. It's always nice to see that if you are stuck in dreary conditions on a boring day that making contact with the people around you in the places you stop can make all the difference in the world. Adam H and I rode up to Stanton for breakfast on Saturday (Cafe' Dumond). I was expecting French waiters with a name like that. Take care and God Bless....Rick |
| 7th July 2008 Kevin Conklin | Congrats - From: Day 9 (July 6, 2008) I RODE THE ENTIRE ALASKAN HIGHWAY! Rob, Congrats.... very interesting ride. Enjoy Alaska, what a beautiful state. To bad our trips did not over lap more than what they did and we could have had dinner together. Kevin |
| 7th July 2008 Mitch & Heidi Griess | Freedom - From: Day 8 (July 5, 2008) Made it to Tok, AK Happy 4th of July, Rob! You are truly experiencing the freedom of our wonderful country! Happy retirement and we thank you dearly for your service to the USA! |
| 6th July 2008 brad keller | re - From: Day 8 (July 5, 2008) Made it to Tok, AK Hey Rob, the pictures are great and appreciate the history you are giving us. Stay safe.... Brad |
| 6th July 2008 Travis Hofer | Rob.... - From: Day 8 (July 5, 2008) Made it to Tok, AK Well i heard from u last night that u were a few days ahead of schedual so now u are goin to have to stop and get some gifts for the whole fam....hahah...congrats on reaching alaska looks like a great time...and i wish i could be there...i mean it must me nice to not where a watch and not know what day it is...Have a safe and wonderful rest of the trip!!!!! |
| 6th July 2008 bp | Rob the Tourguide - From: Day 8 (July 5, 2008) Made it to Tok, AK Rob, You continue to speak (er, write) like a historal interpreter; no doubt the ND Dept of Tourism will want you on their team when you return. Your writing is so good, I feel like I'm there right along with you... |
| 4th July 2008 Durwood & Sandy | 4th of July - From: Day 5 (July 2, 2008) Hinton to Dawson Creek God Bless America - 232 years |
| 3rd July 2008 Doug Graham | Praying for you! - From: Day 5 (July 2, 2008) Hinton to Dawson Creek Hey Rob, thanks for letting so many of us join you on your incredible trip. I look forward to reading your daily entries, and the pics are very cool! I am praying for you. Pastor Doug |
| 3rd July 2008 Vern F | Price of Gas - From: Day 5 (July 2, 2008) Hinton to Dawson Creek Hi Rob.....$1.45 per liter equals $3.84 per gallon; that's less than our current $3.99 per gallon (still way too much). Happy Independance Day. |
| 3rd July 2008 Vern F | Mountain Goat - From: Day 4 (July 1, 2008) Lake Louise to Hinton, AB Hi Rob.....mountain goat offspring are called kids. No fooling. |
| 3rd July 2008 C&C Bender | Beautiful - From: Day 5 (July 2, 2008) Hinton to Dawson Creek Thanks for taking the time to let us know about your trip. We are, of course chomping at the bit to go! We are happy that you are leary of the wild animals. Stay alert. The pictures are beautiful! The gas just took another hike here! |
| 3rd July 2008 Loren Carson | watching your trip - From: Day 4 (July 1, 2008) Lake Louise to Hinton, AB Rob, Looks like you are having a GREAT time. Thanks for the updates and photos. Pat and I went to Banff on the train from Winnipeg for our honeymoon....and camped!! We are still married! The icefields parkway is beautiful. Your photos depict it well. Thanks for the updates. p.s. baby goat is a "kid." Baby bear: possibly "trouble" Happy July 4th. |
| 3rd July 2008 Joshua Gross | BC - Best place on earth?! - From: Day 5 (July 2, 2008) Hinton to Dawson Creek Is it really the best place on earth? Congratulations on taking this trip, it sounds way cool. Hopefully someday I can take a trip like this (Nate, Chris, others, are you up for it in 10-20 years?). I'm really happy for you! Drive safe and always wear your helmet! By the time you get back, it will be time for another wild game feed at the church - Thanks again for buying my supper a couple years ago :) |
| 3rd July 2008 Gwen Klawon | Logged In - From: Day 4 (July 1, 2008) Lake Louise to Hinton, AB I logged in to view your adventure. What amazing sites!!! I'll enjoy seeing more as your trip progresses. Be safe and keep those incredible picture coming. Take Care! Gwen |
| 3rd July 2008 Nate | Amazing!! - From: Day 4 (July 1, 2008) Lake Louise to Hinton, AB Rob, this is the highlight of my day and feel as though I'm on the trip with you....i'm thinking that Chris and I are going to have to start thinking about inventing in some sort of touring bike.....this is just awesome!! And to confirm what Wiscus said....the baby goat is called a kid. The ole farm background came in good for something I guess!!! Ride safe!!! |
| 3rd July 2008 Dan Murphy | Are you sure you are coming back to ND - From: Day 4 (July 1, 2008) Lake Louise to Hinton, AB Rob, great to hear about your trip. Your blog is spreading in popularity. I bet this week alone I have had a dozen people mention how much they enjoy it. You are dong a great job in keeping us all informed of your wonderful trip. Are you tempted to extend the trip..ha ha! Keep up the great work as an ambasador from ND displaying all that ND represents, could not find a better person to do that. Keep up the great work! |
| 3rd July 2008 RobKeller | - From: Day 4 (July 1, 2008) Lake Louise to Hinton, AB WOW I feel like I am there seeing the sights with you and a part of me wishes I was there with you to take it all in. |
| 3rd July 2008 Spry | An incredible journey! - From: Day 5 (July 2, 2008) Hinton to Dawson Creek What an incedible journey Rob, we all envy you. Spry |
| 3rd July 2008 Wicus McGufey | Awesome Pictures - From: Day 4 (July 1, 2008) Lake Louise to Hinton, AB Rob....Great pictures, you really know how to capture an image. We are looking forward to having you in our neck of the woods when you get to WA. Have a safe journey...........PS: I believe a baby goat is called a kid. |
| 3rd July 2008 Lisa | pictures - From: Day 4 (July 1, 2008) Lake Louise to Hinton, AB WOW! Thank you for sharing the pictures with each post that you do. I love the ones with mtns. and animals. |
| 3rd July 2008 Jessica Brokaw | I can't wait to see all of the photos - From: Day 4 (July 1, 2008) Lake Louise to Hinton, AB This is really an amazing journey and I can't wait for you to share all of the photos with us! I've got the perfect tool for you to use for your trip. www.picaboo.com It's amazing! I've done two really, really great books with it. I'll share with you when you get back. Stay safe! |
| 2nd July 2008 Nate | The people you meet!! - From: Day 3 (June 30, 2008) In the Canadian Rockies Rob, I can't believe the interesting people you have already met....and they are all from other countries....AMAZING!!! Keep the blog going....I love it!! |
| 2nd July 2008 Dan Vondrachek | Smoke - From: Day 3 (June 30, 2008) In the Canadian Rockies Rob, as you have probably heard, ND is full of smoke (haze) from fires buring in Alberta. Have you encountered or driven thru or near any of these fires? It sounds like things are going well, keep it on two wheels and continue to have a blast. For me, we were on our way home one year ago - We arrived back in Bismarck July5th!! Gods Speed my good friend. Dan Vondrachek |
| 2nd July 2008 Vern F | Green with Envy - From: Day 3 (June 30, 2008) In the Canadian Rockies Appears you are having a great time. Sure wish I were with you, I could help you wrestle that tent. Take care and enjoy. |
| 2nd July 2008 Peggy Harms | Awesome Blog - From: Day 3 (June 30, 2008) In the Canadian Rockies Your June 30 blog really hit home. Jim and I have been through Banff and Lake Louise in 2001. Rode the tram, hiked to the weather station and I took in the Hot Springs after telling Jim to take a hike...literally. There were lots of forest fires so we were limited in where we could go. Really envy you the trip. God speed and can hardly wait to read more. |
| 2nd July 2008 Al & Edie | Thanks for including us - From: Day 3 (June 30, 2008) In the Canadian Rockies Rob, thanks so much for taking the time to write and post pictures. We are thoroughly enjoying your trip from the comfort of our home. We love mountains and wildlife so the pictures are an added blessing. I totally agree with you that our God has blessed us with awesome creation for our pleasure and to help us stretch our belief in His greatness. Enjoy! Edie |
| 2nd July 2008 Heidi Thorne | still waiting - From: Day 3 (June 30, 2008) In the Canadian Rockies Hey dad...just wanted to let you know while you are exploring the great outdoors...I am anxiously awaiting the arrival of Lucy Mae. I am SOOOO ready for her to come. You do all this adventurous stuff while my adventures lay amongst climbing the stairs after Riley or bending over her crib to lift her up. Wow..my life has changed...but I love it. Thanks for all the updates. Ty and I will live our trips through you. Can't wait to see you later this month. Stay safe. Heidi |
| 2nd July 2008 Chuck Scott | Go'in Great - From: Day 3 (June 30, 2008) In the Canadian Rockies Wow, what an awesome trip. I am glad to hear the rangers are keeping large predators away from your camp, after my first comment any problem in that area would be unfortunate. The open road sounds like it is chock full of interesting people and you seem to have a knack for meeting them. The pix from the top of Sulphur Mountain look simply incredible. Keep up the great blog and keep the moleskin handy!!!! |
| 2nd July 2008 Erin Hughes | Rockstar - From: Day 3 (June 30, 2008) In the Canadian Rockies Hi Rob! Just wanted to let you know that we're all checking in on you everyday! How exciting!!! The trip looks awesome! I've been to Banff in the winter and hope to someday get back there in the summer. It looks beautiful! Safe travels to you!! Thanks for the blogging! It's great to follow your journey! Erin |
| 2nd July 2008 Everett Heringer | Sounds wonderful - From: Day 3 (June 30, 2008) In the Canadian Rockies Hi Rob, Thanks for the updates, I know it takes you time to put that nice site together with pictures, but it does give us a sense of your ride and beauty of God's creation. I always marvel at how a persons senses are stimulated on a motorcycle trip. You miss so much in a car. I like it to driving in a tube to get from point A to B. Joe and I did the trip all the way to Jasper and did experience the wonders of the Canadian Rocikies. They are so massive. It would be fun to do a father-son trip again, and get Chris on a long touring ride, you can't beat it . From here on, for the rest of you trip you will be so stimulated by the beautiful "10' surrounding. I learned about the numbering system on one of my previous trips to BC. I met some Canadians on a motorcycle and they were telling of rides I needed to take and how they classified them for 1-10. They did say that Western Canada had the most "tens". You have seen some already and will be seeing many more. Try to stop, and pause for a moment and reflect with the "tens" around you and enjoys God's presence and protection. This moment will be imprinted in your memory forever. Have a safe ride, enjoy. Everett |
| 2nd July 2008 Jody | What an adventure - From: Day 3 (June 30, 2008) In the Canadian Rockies Rob, I am so jealous, when I get my next bike, we will have to do another great adventure together! I like your new hair doo Jody |
| 1st July 2008 Darin Will | Diggin the doo - From: Day 2 on the Trans Canada Highway Rob, I'm diggin' the shaved head! Hope all is well and I look forward to checking in on you daily. Darin |
| 1st July 2008 brad keller | good luck - From: DAY 1 (Thought it would never arrive!) will be praying for you Rob and hope you enjoy the dream of your life. |
| 1st July 2008 Bob Ferderer | Going to Alaska - From: Day 2 on the Trans Canada Highway We are flying to Anchorage on the 1st of July and fromthere going to Deneli and on up to Fairbanks, Maybe we will run into each other.Have a safe ride . I live next door to the yellow trike and ride a wing. |
| 30th June 2008 Lorraine Esten | Safe trip, Rob! - From: DAY 1 (Thought it would never arrive!) Hi Rob, Hope you have a great trip. Thanks for your kind words about Dan and Fred, the guys you met who were cycling to Alaska to raise money for the American Cancer Society. I'm Dan's mom and I was so happy and appreciative to see your mention of the guys and their goal! Thanks. Be safe and have fun. Lorraine from New Jersey. |
| 30th June 2008 Nimrod | Pork Chops and Potatoes!!!! - From: Day 2 on the Trans Canada Highway When I was with you we at MRE's beside a campfire. What gives?! |
| 30th June 2008 Joyce Hofer | Great writer and photographer! - From: Day 2 on the Trans Canada Highway Hi, Rob, Last August Sam and I went thr Spearfish evn eating lunch and breakfast at Latchstring Inn. Took a couple hikes to falls. Your descriptions are detailed and photos awesome. Glad you planned well even if all your plans go up in smoke at times. It will all pay off. Thanks for letting us in on the journey. Sam & Joyce Hofer |
| 30th June 2008 Anita | Yeah! - From: DAY 1 (Thought it would never arrive!) Rob, I am so excited for you and praying that God will bless you beyond your wildest dreams and for His continued divine connections along the way! Seeing the Alaskan scenery is going to be so worth it! --anita |
| 30th June 2008 Daryl Roerick | - From: Day 2 on the Trans Canada Highway Everyday on the road is an adventure, new people, new sights, new stories. The best part of the trip is not getting to the final destination, but the juourney in between the start and finish. Thanks for sharing!! |
| 30th June 2008 Nate Williams | Looks like fun!! - From: Day 2 on the Trans Canada Highway Hey Rob, I can tell I'm really going to enjoy your blog. Keep the details and photos coming....I hope I'm able to take a trip like this someday. Take care and continue to ride safe!! |
| 30th June 2008 Ty Thorne | Community. - From: Day 2 on the Trans Canada Highway After reading the first two entries after departure, I am pretty sure that reading these are going to be on of the highlights of my day. To be honest, there is a subtle jealously that has overtaken me now that you are on your way. The experiences, scenery, and people that you will meet along the way will provide you with a lifetime of reflection and memories. Grace to you and peace. Ty. |
| 30th June 2008 RobKeller | Good morning from your wife - From: Day 2 on the Trans Canada Highway So glad to hear you are eating good !! Paris does does sound exciting with that couple as personal tour guides. |
| 30th June 2008 Everett Heringer | - From: DAY 1 (Thought it would never arrive!) Hi Rob, I am so happy for you on doing this trip. I have done many trips by myself or with my boys. Every trip is filled with memories. I went to the Black Hills last weekend, did 1000 milles and stayed with Carol's sister. Carol had a wedding and was to tired to go this time. Hey that's alright too. I like driving by myself just like you. Joe and I will be in Kodiak Island July 6-11 on a fishing trip. I look forward to the time with him. Have fun, get refreshed, and enjoy the smells and different weathers you will encounter. Everett |
| 29th June 2008 Jessica Brokaw | Yahoo! - From: DAY 1 (Thought it would never arrive!) All this time I thought you would travel with a military pup tent and you're actually livin' the high life with that big tent! ;-) This is great and I hope you enjoy your trip as much as we do from the back seat. |
| 29th June 2008 bp | Have a great trip Rob! - From: DAY 1 (Thought it would never arrive!) Rob, You've spoke about this for a long time, and here it is! Ride safely! |
| 26th June 2008 RobKeller | RileyJo - From: Side Trip To Spearfish Riley, I can't believe that you already have an email address at almost 2 years old. Yes, I will look for a jewelery box for you on my journey. Also, help me think of a travel gift to give to your little sister whenever Papa travels...Love You....PAPA |
| 26th June 2008 Riley Jo | papa - From: Side Trip To Spearfish Remember to buy me something from Alaska...maybe another jewelry box. I love the ones you have given me so far. Now I just need some jewelry to fill them :-) |
| 26th June 2008 RobKeller | Good to hear from you Jessica - From: Side Trip To Spearfish Jess...so glad you were able to comment about the travel blog. It has been lots of fun getting ready for this trip and the planning. I miss having you around the PA shop but I have watched your career from a distance and I am proud of you. Stay in touch and if you are ever in Bismarck I know you will give me a call. Congrats on working the RNC. Take care my friend and please feel free to share my blog with other biker friends or those who want to take a journey with me via the www! Rob |
| 26th June 2008 brad keller | underwear - From: Side Trip To Spearfish Make sure you take old underwear that you want to through away instead of washing and you will be that much lighter throughout the trip. |
| 26th June 2008 Jessica Brokaw | You are so great! - From: Side Trip To Spearfish Rob- I tried to think of every excuse in the world to come to your retirement party, but work just didn't get done in time. Congrats on your retirement and then congrats again for getting your old job back. I have enjoyed reading your blog and the best is that you do it in true PR form....cutlines for your photos and all of the necessary background to make the reader feel like they were there! I hope you have an absolute blast on this trip. And for JoLynn, you have to remember how wonderful it is when Rob arrives at home! I'm so glad you included me to receive your blog. I can hardly wait until you're gone! Stay safe and remember digital pictures are free---take lots of them! On a side note, I volunteered for the Republican National Convention in Minneapolis as a "media something-something" (they won't tell me my title until it begins). I'm really excited to see all of the action unfold. And even better, I will be on the outside looking in. I hope it gives me a whole new perspective. Love, Jessica Brokaw |
| 20th June 2008 RobKeller | Great tips - From: Planning Is All Done...just waiting Carleen, thanks for the great tips on Skagway. My senses will be tested to the max and I promise the photos I post with be memorable. Stay posted for more. Rob |
| 20th June 2008 RobKeller | Nomad would fit right in! - From: www.themilepost.com Vern, your Nomad would fit right in with the bike culture on the Alaskan Highway...probably would turn a few heads as well. Have a great time at the ESGR conference. See you on the back side of July. Rob |
| 20th June 2008 RobKeller | Counting Down - From: Retired today from the National Guard Hey Steve...thanks for the comments. I see that Dorothy Waldner signed on as well. It will be an awesome journey with lots of memories. Take Care....Rob |
| 19th June 2008 Carleen Jochim | Once in a Lifetime Opportunity - From: Planning Is All Done...just waiting Rob, what a great experience for you. My husband and I cruised the inside strait of Alaska last year. We had opportunities to leave the ship and take in some of the local culture and beautiful scenery. Having done that, we both said that we hope to go back someday, and be able to drive through the breathtaking countryside of Alaska, and stopping at the little towns and cities was so much fun. I was surprised at the daily change of temperatures, we went from wearing coats, and gloves one day to t-shirts and shorts the next. If you get a chance, I highly recommend the train ride in Skagway, the White Pass Train Ride, beautiful and so interesting! I'm looking forward to your pic's and blogs. |
| 19th June 2008 Heidi Thorne | - From: Planning Is All Done...just waiting Be careful and take care. Lucy Mae will be very excited to see her rugged g-father. We'll be praying for you in Kentucky. Have fun! |
| 19th June 2008 RobKeller | 2nd Grand Daughter--cannot wait to hear the news - From: Planning Is All Done...just waiting Tyler, Take special care of the two women in my life...JoLynn when she comes to Louisville and Heidi...in the birth of our Lucy Mae. Rob |
| 19th June 2008 RobKeller | Thanks Shelle - From: Planning Is All Done...just waiting Shelle, you are a hoot. And thanks for shooting my travel blog to Soldiers Angels...I hope to meet some of these very special people on my journey. I will definately let you know when I do. Rob |
| 19th June 2008 Ty Thorne | High Expectations - From: Planning Is All Done...just waiting Rob - I am amazed that you are the one that is taking the journey. You better bring Jolynn back one sweet gift. I pray that the time away for thought, reflection, and self assessment will be just as rewarding as the reunion that awaits you upon your return in seeing your second grand daughter for the first time. Many Blessings. |
| 19th June 2008 Shelle | NOTE TO SELF (ahem) - From: Planning Is All Done...just waiting The "movie comment" about "not a great movie to take your wife to when you will not see your wife for 30 days" is a riot. Jolynn... you are so awesome......................... Rob-- your blog is already enlightening............ i look forward to the read. I sent it thru the SA network... so you should be getting even more sign up. HEY... you can try to beat Murphy's unique hits record. |
| 17th June 2008 Vern | Green with Envy - From: www.themilepost.com Rob, from one biker to another, you know that I would rather be with you and your "Great Northwest Adventure" than remaining in the harness at FB. Of course, I no longer have my Goldwing (thanks to that automobile/goldwing schmuck-up), but I think my Nomad would perform pretty well. I am sorry that I will have to miss your sendoff party on the 27th, but as you know, I will be in Kansas. Ride safely, my friend, and may the wind always be on your back. Vern...... |
| 17th June 2008 Bob Peske | Go Rob Go! - From: Retired today from the National Guard Hey Rob. I'll be checking your blog all the way wishing I was there. Have a great trip and know that I will keep you in my prayers. God bless you! Bubba |
| 17th June 2008 steve waldner | awesome - From: Retired today from the National Guard Cousin Rob, Way to go, sounds like a great time will be had, maybe you can get on that reality show where truckers drive big rigs over ice way up north there somewhere, keep an eye out for cameras, steve |
| 16th June 2008 Chuck Scott | The Road to Mandalay (Alaska) - From: www.themilepost.com Rob, Bear (you know I had to work rabid roaring ravenous bears into this somehow) in mind when you are blogging your trip, that many of us following the action will never get any closer to true motorcycle adventure than slapping our copy of “Easy Rider” into the DVD player. We don’t need any sore posterior stories or to hear about how many pounds of dead bugs you find in between your teeth. We are living vicariously through you on this trip and we expect you to realize The Dream. We expect this trip blog to be the greatest thing since Bob Hope and Bing Crosby went out on the Road to Mandalay. (no pressure) We want to hear about how you and your sidekick Billie get thrown into a jail in Mississippi and your lawyer Jack Nicholson gets you out just in time for Marti Gras. ( no pressure again) And if the trip isn’t that good - we expect you to lie. But seriously, I am green with envy and I’ll be watching for every posting and my wish for you is to have the kind of trip that leaves Peter Fonda spinning in the dust. God Bless, be safe and don’t forget to pack a little moleskin!!! Chuck Scott |
| 16th June 2008 Norrie | Bon Voyage! - From: Planned Route To Alaska Rob, I just subscribed and look forward to seeing photos and reading about your adventures on the road. I wish you good weather, well maintained roads and many friendly locals to chat with on your exploration. All the best! Norrie |
| 10th June 2008 Murph | Ride of a lifetime - From: www.themilepost.com Rob, you will have the ride of a lifetime. What a great experience. Don't forget to wear bells as you travel through Alaska...that way the bears know where you are; which might be a bad thing as well. Maybe you can do a TV show like survivor man where you eat bugs and snakes and melt snow (stay away from the yellow snow, it is not lemon flavoing). Can't wait to read more about the trip. This seems kind of like the movie Wild Hogs.. ha ha!!!! travel safe! Murph |
| 3rd June 2008 Heidi Thorne | Go Dad - From: Retired today from the National Guard So proud of your service but also even more excited on your retirement. Enjoy your trip; stay safe. Can't wait to hear all the details. It'll be beautiful. your daughter, Heidi |
