On the Road Again

Kudos to Troy at Santiam Bicycle Shop in Salem Oregon. Troy, one of the shop owners, found me a terrific touring bike and spent the entire day Monday until 8:00 pm putting it together so I could get back on the road. Left Salem this morning and am currently in Eugene Oregon, approximately 1020 miles into the trip. Other than being a little sore, all the old body parts functioned well today.

Weather has been nice and sunny, temps in the mid to high 60's. Had a beautiful ride through Oregon farm country today. Tomorrow I start with a 4000-4500 climb and then will be into the central part of Oregon which appears to be pretty sparsely populated.

Got some great pictures today; however, don't have access to the net other than through a public computer in a hotel lobby and I can't down load from my camera.

Thanks to everyone who called yesterday and today inquiring about my condition after the accident. It is great to know so many people are following my trip and the concern that has been expressed.

May the wind be at your back!