Hanging out

Got to train station early. Didn't know how long it would take to pack
bike. Packing lady was very nice and helpful. Bike ready to go by 5pm.
Just waiting for train to board

Ready to ride

Trying out colorful clothing in the neighborhood.

Final pack. Ready to go

Change of Plan

Originally I was going to leave from my house and just start riding, but as I studied the road through the California desert, I kept thinking this doesn't look fun. I finally decided it not only wasn't fun, but probably dangerous to try and ride 120mi unsupported on a loaded bike in 104 degree heat, with no rest stops, no shade , no motels, nothing. So my new plan is to get on the train in Los Angeles and take that to Flagstaff, and start riding from there. It's much cooler, there are more facilities closer together and I actually have a chance to make it to Wisconsin in a month

Thanks Josh

Home

Test path from track my tour

You can follow along at:

http://www.trackmytour.com/542/

Sent from my iPhone

Shakedown

Just did a shakedown ride up trashdump hill with the loaded bike.
1200 ft of climbing
Also tryng out another iPhone app b.icycle. Ranks up there with motion
x. But more bike specific

Photo test

Sent from my iPhone

Just testing posting to blog

Getting ready for trip

I tried the bike out around the neighborhood with about half load. it handled better than i thought

Getting ready for trip