Some of you have inquired about my equipment. This is my tag-along friend Bob, alias "Wilson", Trailer. He follows me everywhere I go. Just like me, Bob has lost some weight along the way. Thanks to Connie Wonham and UPS, he shed a few pounds in Eugene. Bob and I often have conversations during our travels. He is a burden on the upgrade, but loves to push me down the other side.

Oh thank heaven

After five days of riding in the rain and snow, I thanked the Lord for Lise, Motel 6's and Desitin ointment, in that order! This is my room, attempting to dry everything I brought.

My visit with the Wonhams

Connie and Harry Wonham on the deck of their beautiful home overlooking the city of Eugene. Unfortunately, I did not get their children Emory, Grant or Walker in the photo. Of course, I did get the dogs!
Connie saved my life by taking me to the local bicycle shop to purchase more suitable biking clothing for this unusual Oregon weather.
For those of you who do not know, the Wonhams spent some of their time in Fauquier County before locating to Eugene.

Leaving the Pacific Coast

After three days of climbing along the Pacific Range I headed to Eugene, Oregon to see my good friends the Wonhams.

The climbs along the Pacific Range have been tough during days one and two, but the views have been spectacular. The route is scenic, but after two days and 130 miles, I am only 5 miles East!

I have labeled this trip " Warrenton to Warrenton". Warrenton, Oregon is two miles off the coast of the Pacific from my starting point. There is a Warrenton High School here with a sign that reads " Home of the Warriors". How cool is that!

Sunday morning, June 1. The beginning and ceremonial "rear tire dip" in the Pacific Ocean!