First Ride!

After a coupla hours of final tweaks and additions, I picked up my brand new Surly Long Haul Trucker yesterday.  It is big and shiny and black and I like it!!!!

Just finished an inaugural ride of 20ish miles and man, oh man, does this bad boy run smooth!  The gears shift flawlessly, the handlebars are comfy, and the wheels just roll out the miles.  Just a few minor tweaks and the front rack 'n bag and we'll be on the road.

Heber City, Utah [USA]

Bike has been put together, gear is being tested, and the promotional materials (business card & spostcards & stickers) have arrived.  Things are coming together!!!

Enjoying the last few days of summer and visiting friends as the leaves change colors.  Even got another tattoo, on the ribs.

Arriving to Utah

Exciting news!  Almost exactly three months after leaving China (including three weddings in three different countries, almost completely flying around the globe, and a LOT of stories), I have finally arrived "home".  This means putting everything together for my next adventure... a 50,000 km bike trip.

The last few days have been productive: US SIM card has been purchased, web site and domain have been acquired, gear lists have been compiled, and home-cooked meals have been enjoyed.  Next on the list: print business cards and completely outfitting the new bike!