I'm staying at the Five Star, Sells Ranch that features spectacular mountain views and great home cooking. Thanks to Mike, Cammie, and their son, Scott for hosting me.
October 12, 2007---Huntington Beach Arrival
Reaching the Pacific Ocean after 42 days on the bicycle
Minneapolis to Huntington Beach
Pedaling a bicycle to Huntington Beach, CA has been my dream for more than five years. On September 1, 2007 the journey will begin. This blog will document "people" and "places discovered" along the journey. Welcome to a different way of seeing America. Enjoy a virtual ride!
Pics from first day
More pictures from the morning take off! http://www.jonsmithers.com/dennis090107-cathy/
Some really fun pics here.... http://www.jonsmithers.com/dennis090107
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Pics from first day
More pictures from the morning take off! http://www.jonsmithers.com/dennis090107-cathy/
Some really fun pics here.... http://www.jonsmithers.com/dennis090107
*** If you would like to leave a comment for Dennis or read what others have written click on the word 'comments'. Do not click on the envelope icon. ***
Route Overview
Minneapolis to Huntington Beach
Itinerary
| DAY # | DATE | MILES | TOTAL MILES | DESTINATION |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Sat 9/1 | 71 | 71 | Gaylord, MN |
| 2 | Sun 9/2 | 55 | 126 | St James, MN |
| 3 | Mon 9/3 | 57 | 183 | Spirit Lake, IA |
| 4 | Tue 9/4 | 50 | 233 | Sheldon, IA |
| 5 | Wed 9/5 | 58 | 291 | Sioux City, IA |
| 6 | Thu 9/6 | 56 | 347 | Tekamah, NE |
| 7 | Fri 9/7 | 39 | 386 | Elkhorn, NE |
| 8 | Sat 9/8 | 67 | 453 | Milford, NE |
| 9 | Sun 9/9 | 80 | 533 | Hastings, NE |
| 10 | Mon 9/10 | 55 | 588 | Holdrege, NE |
| 11 | Tue 9/11 | 73 | 661 | McCook, NE |
| 12 | Wed 9/12 | 76 | 737 | Haigler, NE |
| 13 | Thu 9/13 | 71 | 808 | Cope, CO |
| 14 | Fri 9/14 | 41 | 849 | Last Chance, CO |
| 15 | Sat 9/15 | 61 | 910 | Elizabeth, CO |
| 16 | Sun 9/16 | 34 | 944 | Columbine Valley, CO |
| 17 | Mon 9/17 | 63 | 1007 | Colorado Springs, CO |
| 18 | Tue 9/18 | 0 | 1007 | Colorado Springs, CO |
| 19 | Wed 9/19 | 70 | 1077 | Pueblo, CO |
| 20 | Thu 9/20 | 75 | 1152 | Walsenburg, CO |
| 21 | Fri 9/21 | 62 | 1214 | San Luis, CO |
| 22 | Sat 9/22 | 60 | 1274 | Taos, NM |
| 23 | Sun 9/23 | 48 | 1322 | Santa Cruz, NM |
| 24 | Mon 9/24 | 31 | 1353 | Santa Fe, NM |
| 25 | Tue 9/25 | 0 | 1353 | Santa Fe, NM |
| 26 | Wed 9/26 | 67 | 1420 | Tijeras, NM |
| 27 | Thu 9/27 | 68 | 1488 | Contreras, NM |
| 28 | Fri 9/28 | 79 | 1567 | Highways 52, NM |
| 29 | Sati 9/29 | 59 | 1626 | Quemado, NM |
| 30 | Sun 9/30 | 75 | 1701 | Vernon, AZ |
| 31 | Mon 10/1 | 74 | 1775 | Forest Lakes, AZ |
| 32 | Tue 10/2 | 70 | 1845 | Sunflower, AZ |
| 33 | Wed 10/3 | 45 | 1890 | Scottsdale, AZ |
| 34 | Thu 10/4 | 26 | 1916 | Sun City West, AZ |
| 35 | Fri 10/5 | 82 | 1998 | Wenden, AZ |
| 36 | Sat 10/6 | 61 | 2059 | Parker, AZ |
| 37 | Sun 10/7 | 59 | 2118 | Desert Center, CA |
| 38 | Mon 10/8 | 90 | 2206 | Desert Hot Spgs, CA |
| 39 | Tue 10/9 | 45 | 2251 | Calimesa, CA |
| 40 | Wed 10/10 | 38 | 2289 | Highland, CA |
| 41 | Thu 10/11 | 31 | 2320 | Anaheim, CA |
| 42 | Fri 10/12 | 17 | 2337 | Huntington Beach, CA |
| 43 | Sat 10/13 | 0 | 2337 | Huntington Beach, CA |
| 44 | Sun 10/14 | 0 | 2337 | Huntington Beach, CA |
| 45 | Mon 10/15 | Fly to Minneapolis, MN |
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Read about the trip in the Eden Prairie newspaper......
Do you think Dennis will make it to California?
An epic journey of more than 2000 miles. Untold encounters with the heart and soul of America. Surely this experince will change Dennis, but in what way? Cast your vote now.
Monday, September 17, 2007
Good morning from Colorado Springs, CO
I'm staying at the Five Star, Sells Ranch that features spectacular mountain views and great home cooking. Thanks to Mike, Cammie, and their son, Scott for hosting me.
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13 comments:
Dennis,
Glad you made it to Colorado Springs and am sure you will enjoy your friends and 2 days off. It does not seem you've been on your trip for 2 weeks.
Get re-energized for the mountains ahead!
Duane
Thanks Duane!
Bring on the climbing and leave the headwinds for another day.
Enjoy!
Hi Dennis
Can't believe you're already in CO Springs! We are so happy that you have met so many wonderful folks along the way. Enjoy your well deserved break.
Mike and Melissa
P.S. Went kayaking yesterday on Lake Minnetonka. Beautiful breezes and blue skies. Wishing you the same!
Hey Mike & Melissa,
Can you believe it's two weeks already? Time is zooming by just like the wind. Ha-ha.
Looking forward to seeing Cleone in Pueblo.
Enjoy your day.
Dennis
Denato,
Our Cincinnati Bengals suffered a devasting defeat yesterday at the hands of the Cleveland Browns. A 51-45 whipping out in the woodshed. Ouch, that loss hurt. But we will regroup and move on.
John Denver was right on when he
sang "Rocky Mountain High..."
I still remember the day we skied at Keystone,CO. The vista at the mountain top was spectacular, much like what you will soon be seeing as you make your way thru the mountains. And remember tackling that expert trail 'Go Devil'?
Keep on biking brother....
Dan
Sounds like you will enjoy your rest (a grossly understatemed comment I am sure)
A long trip on a bike can be addicted so here is one warning sign: A Power Bar starts tasting better than a Snickers.
Hi Dennis,
I am so glad to hear that you made it to Colorado Springs safely. Sounds like it wasn't without some trials and tribulations, but I know that will only make you stronger. We had a great weekend in Omaha - I thought it was a long car ride, can't imagine getting there on a bicycle.
Keep strong and keep enjoying.
Katie
Hi Dennis,
I am Joe, Phyllis Costello's brother. Tom emailed me about your great adventure. What a dream come true! I am a bicycle rider myself and just starting to get into the longer rides, like 50+ miles, so I am particularly interested in your trip. I have been thinking of you everytime I go out on a short road trip. We are rooting you on back here in Southern Indiana.
I also found it of great interest that from your picture it looked like you were on a hybrid? I have a Trek hybrid and was thinking about getting a regular road bike but now I see that, "It's not the bike", but the person on it that makes the difference. Good luck.
I look forward to seeing your pictures as they become available.
Joe Wuerth
Hey Dennis. Mom and Bill have been so excited to hear of your progress. Ron, their neighbor is pulling info off for them to be able to follow. What a deal - beside being a good cyclist, you are a great rider - should 'submit' for publication! Have a great time following that dream!
Miles and miles as you get closer to Santa Fe....yahoooo!!!!! I will be ready to join your circus! Coming with flags flying and miles to share. Sounds like your journey is the diamond you were seeking.
Hi Dennis,
You are having amazing travel stories to share. Our group from the first night is watching your progress with admiration and awe. You inspire us!
Keep on keeping on!!
lee & sue
Hi Dennis,
You are having amazing travel stories to share. Our group from the first night is watching your progress with admiration and awe. You inspire us!
Keep on keeping on!!
lee & sue
Den..I've been unable to get a note off to you but I'm feeling bad that we missed you in Columbine Valley but I'm following you every day. Keep peddling and God bless your journey
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shirley m.
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