Kevin Bikes America

My bike trip has gone well and I’ve seen amazing parts of CA and AZ and met some great friends along the way within the biking group.  That said, I’ve had a medical hiccup in a remote area of AZ. After a series of tests which were a bit inconclusive, I’m heading home to see my doc in NJ.  Hopefully I can meet up with bike crew before too long, who are experiencing a delay due to fires in NM.

 Day 4 - 114 miles A Big day - Kevin made it out of California across the Colorado River into Arizona.  Oh he completed his first century of the trip, his longest ride ever.  Sunny comfortable desert temperatures with a tailwind.  Lots of evidence and sitings of wildlife including a coyote. Today’s instructions “ If you get a flat tire, Do Not Cross the Guardrail!” As snakes reside on the other side.  Kevin’s day went well. Only excitement was when his bike fell over at a rest stop and we received and emergency alert! Literally a false alarm!  Day ended with a group dinner alfresco.  

  Chilly morning to pedal over 7 foothills with snow covered mountains in the distance, through the San Manuel Indian reservation, with wind at his back for 30 miles before hitting the start of Mojave dessert with blustery cross winds.  Rode past the Marriott in Palm Spring (no lobby boat ride this time) and near  Twenty Nine Palms where Brian was stationed with USMC.  Kevin’s day began with a bit of excitement as WILD dogs attempt to join Kevin, his response, PEDAL FASTER! At the next light a driver told Kevin there were 2 bikers down behind him. He turned around to find they had crashed due to the dogs. A call to 911 with both now hospitalized! Kevin arrived in Indio, CA safe and sound but very tired. Rode much of the way with his new friend from Korea. 

 Long day beginning with a morning wheel dip in the Pacific Ocean, Manhattan Beach CA. Pedaled along the Santa Anna River Bike path. Riding down hill missed a turn, therefore needed to ride back up the hill to get back on course.  Finished riding Moreno Valley, CA.

 Orientation and safety for the 2022 tour.  If you know the hat you can find Kevin.  This trip was almost 3 years in the making. Packed into 2 small duffles.  Thanks Nino for a haircut before leaving NJ!

 Tomorrow 7 am pacific time, Kevin along with 26 other participants will dip their rear wheels in the Pacific Ocean and begin pedaling east! Tomorrow is a mere 78 miles to Moreno Valley CA. You may view their departure -  Manhatan Beach Cam . Thank you everyone for the well wishes and support! Not too late to support Kevin and PLEDGE/DONATE in honor of Brian.   Special good luck tokens bestowed to Kevin for the ride!