The New Bike

A main focus at this phase is getting the right bike for the mission. I got my inspiration from my role model, Les CycloMigrateurs, two French cyclists who have been touring the world for 5 years on recumbent bikes. There's no question that the recumbent is the smart choice. Unless you like achy shoulders and … Continue reading The New Bike →

Connectivity

July 7, 2019, SantiagoOne of my challenges is maintaining connectivity as I travel around the world. Chile was my first opportunity to test my technique. My preparation was to carry an unlocked iPhone with the expectation that I would have to purchase a SIM card wherever I went. Of course, without the SIM card, I … Continue reading Connectivity →

Adios Tongoy July 4, 2019

It was our last day in Tongoy. We would be returning to Santiago the next morning. The tour group took two buses up to nearly 8000ft in the Andes to Cerro Tololo Inter-American Observatory, a famous observatory. An NSF funded installation. This place is home to a 4 meter cassegrain telescope. The 4 meter refers … Continue reading Adios Tongoy July 4, 2019 →

Escape to Santiago

My brother invited me to join him in Santiago. The total solar eclipse on July 2 held promise to be a life changing event. Well I'd seen my share of partial eclipses. The real opportunity for me was travel to an exotic place and hang out with Rick, my brother. (Left to Right) Rick and … Continue reading Escape to Santiago →

Preparations

Four panniers that's all. Everything I need to keep this journey running will need to fit into four panniers. This includes tent, sleeping bag, clothing, stove, cookware, tools etc. What about the computer I'm typing on and maps, Ugh! . But it is doable. I've seen it done. I have had dozens of touring cyclists … Continue reading Preparations →