October, 2014

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From One Warm Shower To The Next

New Bern, NC to Sneads Ferry, NC

When I woke this morning, the rain that had soaked me yesterday had moved on. As had the warm and humid air. In its place were sunny skies and much cooler air. It wasn’t quite jacket weather, but it was close. The wind remained. Today’s planned ride was New Bern,Read More …


Warm Showers. In More Ways Than One.

Greenville, NC to New Bern, NC

After two great nights in Greenville, it was time to move on once again. Thanks again to Njeri for hosting, cooking, and great company – I really enjoyed my visit. When I posted yesterday’s update, my tentative plan for today was to head to White Oaks Campground – in betweenRead More …


Bike Shops, ATMs, and Pizza

When I arrived in Greenville yesterday, the original plan was to spend the night at Njeri’s and get back on the road this morning. However, if I’ve learned anything from this trip it’s that plans change. And plans changed. Njeri has been kind enough to let me stay an extraRead More …


Revisions From The Road

Plymouth, NC to Greenville, NC

Today was day two of a two-day ride from Kitty Hawk to Greenville. Yesterday’s very favourable wind made short work of Kitty Hawk to Plymouth and meant today would be a relatively short ride of about 85 km. The wind was noticeably absent today but the terrain was again “mostlyRead More …


Let a Tailwind Be Your Guide

Kitty Hawk, NC to Plymouth, NC

After a night of gusty winds, I’m pleased to report that my tent and its contents (primarily me) did not blow away during the night. As an added bonus, the steady flow of air around and through the tent left it completely dry in the morning. No dew. No condensation.Read More …


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