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rpool, New York Miles/Total Miles - 93/3,240 Climb - 1,600
rpool, New York Miles/Total Miles - 93/3,240 Climb - 1,600We started our day riding along the Erie Canal on a bike path for twenty-six miles and on a road that paralleled it after the path ended. The locks on the canal are still in working condition and although commercial traffic is almost non-existent these days, the waterway is a recreational paradise. Industries that once lined the canal are now gone, making way for homes and villages catering to recreational traffic. Passing old Victorian homes and through 
turn of the century towns in a setting that is beyond beautiful, we ended our day in Liverpool. Not without problems though. Taking a wrong turn I managed to do just under another century today . . . Oh well.
turn of the century towns in a setting that is beyond beautiful, we ended our day in Liverpool. Not without problems though. Taking a wrong turn I managed to do just under another century today . . . Oh well.
I, on the other hand, didn't get any of the Erie Canal...no cars allowed. So I estimated Bud's location, plugged it in, and found his group with ease via the Interstate. I can't believe I had to bypass that part of the trip. I missed Palmyra, NY as well. So tomorrow, no highways...it's back to the turn by turn, where all the action seems to be. After reaching Liverpool, it was time for lunch and then, a nap. Tired riders after many miles. Pretty much a nondescript day, but a good one. Tomorrow, after yet another day of riding, it's Cooperstown! We'll have a carload for that adventure, no bikes allowed!
Well, I got a gal and her name is Sal, 15 miles on the Erie Canal... FUN you guys, love ya, ali
ReplyDeleteSo I am assuming the weather is terrific or is it a bit humid also, i.e. San Diego. Sounds like a great time and I know the land up there is beautiful, snow or no snow.
ReplyDeleteKeep on biking and driving and we look forward to seeing you when you get back. I am sure Jay and Pat will have totally jacked the neighborhood, so you are good for a few years!
Hugs all around..Bev
As I said yesterday...you are an inspiration Bud...so today I rolled out of the sack around 9 am....should have hit the road by 10 but had a flat tire on my beach cruiser...took Gail over an hour to patch and fill it with air for me...finally got going around 11:30...hit the beach trail for a challenging ( 3.2 mile.. elevation change 6 + or - inch's) down the beach path to my destination at the American Legion Yacht Club..fortunately they had plenty of cold brewskie's which helped fortify me for the return trip...now I feel like we have really bonded with our common bike riding passion...Look forward to seeing you in Big Bear upon your successful return...Thanks again for the inspiration.
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