We are getting down to some specifics now while planning our next adventure. Bob has been busy cleaning our bikes. Chains, brakes, derailler all lubricated and properly adjusted.

Fall is arriving quickly and after a summer of drought the skys have now let go the rain. It's 5 degrees and rain today.

Today will be a good day to organize packing. As I summarize my kit some people I speak with are aghast of the minimalist nature of it. A couple pairs of shorts, underwear and a couple of t-shirts!

I'm reminded of our first cycle tour (California) and our first *BIG* tour. When we went to Ushiaia, Argentina. We had many adventures there (missed flights, traffic controller strike, no money and being picked up by a truck driver) and how then, we decided to sell our farm of 30 years to travel for 6 months of the year.

Besides a short stint called the Pandemic, we've maintained our travel plans and hope to continue to ride and see the world.

Stay tuned for more adventures and becoming aware of the world around us.