I’m Riding My Bicycle From Portland to San Francisco!

We’re actually starting in Astoria, Oregon, which is a hair north of Portland but on the coast. Here’s a map: View Larger Map Here’s a rough itinerary with daily mileage, I think it’s changed a bit but you get the idea: Day 1: Astoria to Manzanita (37.8) Day 2: Manzanita to Netarts (40.1) via cheese … Read more

Hear the Buffalo

The wild buffalo herd of Yellowstone National Park represent the only genetically pure buffalo left in the world. They need to survive and be safe. Unfortunately, the Governor of Montana, Brian Schweitzer, has reinstituted a hunt, and in 2008 over 1,600 Yellowstone buffalo were killed. There are only about 2,000 of these wild buffalo remaining. … Read more

How to Share The Road in 30 seconds

Notice how the bicyclist does not weave in and out between parked cars. Many cyclists think they should get as far to the right at all times.  What I believe is the safest way to ride is staying 3ft from parked cars, and towards the right in the travel lane. This benefits both the driver … Read more