Diner in Elkhorn

Barking Dogs and Coal Trucks. 67 mi, 4700 feet

May 29th 2018
Today was a long and hilly day. There were four separate climbs of about 8-12%. Each was a couple of miles to the top. The first one reminded me of those ski jumps they use for the freestyle skiiers. Starts out gradual and ramps up near vertical toward the top. The top of that hill was about 20’ wide before it plunged back towards the hollow at the bottom, In each Hollow there is a settlem ... read more

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I am a retired Airline Pilot and have crossed the United States at 33,000 feet for over 30 years. Now that I am retired, I felt it was time to cross it by bicycle. In September of 2015 I rode from Vancouver, Canada to Tijuana, Mexico with four friends, so this will be my second bicycle adventure. Although I spent 20 years in the Navy, eight active and twelve as a reserve, my experience was far different than those who have served in the last twenty five years. I plan to ride this trip in honor of all who have given so much to serve their country. ... full info

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