Дружинино, roadside cafes
I have been riding the main highway. With exception of 7km of old concrete road, this has been a smooth highway to travel. A brief shower as I awoke as a reminder to pack for rain today. The 10km of … Continue reading →
Monthly Archives: June 2007
Ачит, found
A strange wind in the air this morning. I waited for a bit, but decided to get up quickly and get moving. I wanted to avoid being caught on this mud path in the rain. I had given myself a … Continue reading →
Алтынное, lost
What do you do if a road on your map doesn’t exist? The sane thing is probably to go back and try one that does exist. That wasn’t the choice I made today. Last night I had visitors. I had … Continue reading →
Чернушка + 20km, disappointing city
I am a little concerned about my front hub. I noticed it at the end of yesterday. I tightened up the cones some this morning but it still seems loose. Will try to see in Екатеринбург (or Омск since might … Continue reading →
Шумово, bicycle admirers
Good ride today with a few hilly bits. Cold again starting out. I could see my breath. Most of the trucks weren’t on the road when I departed so better than yesterdays finish. Only 8km to Воткинск where I turned … Continue reading →
Гришанки, clocking distance
There were times this afternoon when I felt I was mostly riding the distance to get it done, not a good sign. I miss having Mickey here these last few days. Today the weather was variable, though the common theme … Continue reading →
Нылга, good solid ride
A good solid ride today, with some bumpy roads. It was cold overnight as the wind blew in from the northeast. The road noise was quiet last night (no ferry crossings to drive to overnight). I snuggled in the sleeping … Continue reading →
Кабачи, crossing the Вятка and onto the sand road
Despite the low distance, today was a surprisingly tough day including 24km of unpaved roads. Last night I had visitors. I had camped behind a tree barrier by the road so I might spot Mickey if she passed. However, I … Continue reading →