What's a CDT?
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CDT = Continental Divide Trail. This is a route across the United States of America that stretches from Canada to Mexico along the geographic Continental Divide as closely as possible. First developed as a hiking and off-road bicycle trail, a few years ago, some enterprising motorcyclists developed a mostly off-road riding route that uses the hiking trail where possible. I plan to follow this route starting July 22nd of 2019 travelling north to south. To get a better idea of the route, take a look at my planned path, read about the hiking trail, or review a site that includes a ride report and maps. Details and pictures on my return in August. Here's where you can see a few pictures.
Update: home now. Here's my track. Details to come when I've caught up on other stuff. What a great trip!
Vancouver Island in 2019, Again
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We liked our brief overnight stay on Vancouver Island as part of last year's Canada ride so much that we are going back. This time just for an island stay. Here's the plan for a few dayt visit to explore the island and enjoy this beautiful spot a bit more.
Canada in 2018
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Another successful motorcycle tour is part of history. We traveled more than 3,700 miles experiencing smoke from fires all around the west.
A group of seven riders--including my 11-year old grandson--set off from Paso Robles, CA headed for the Canadian Rockies. Our group also included my wife on (in?) her Slingshot. After two fun days of backroad riding, we added two additional passengers flying into the airport in Boise, ID.
Where have you ridden?
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After the topic of hobbies, travel or motorcycles is introduced into a conversation, and I explain my habit of riding to far off places, the next question I'm asked is, "Where have you ridden?"
The answer is a long list. Many roads, destinations and experiences. I believe a better answer is to show the places I've been.
The No. 1 Ladies' Detective Agency
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Author: Alexander McCall Smith
A series of books about life in modern Botswana.
19 Volumes published to date (Dec 2018):
- The No. 1 Ladies' Detective Agency
- Tears of the Giraffe
- Morality for Beautiful Girls
- The Kalahari Typing School for Men
- The Full Cupboard of Life
- In the Company of Cheerful Ladies
- Blue Shoes and Happiness
- The Good Husband of Zebra Drive
- The Miracle at Speedy Motors
- Tea Time for the Traditionally Built
- The Double Comfort Safari Club
- The Saturday Big Tent Wedding Party
- The Limpopo Academy of Private Detection
- The Minor Adjustment Beauty Salon
- The Handsome Man’s De Luxe Café
- The Woman Who Walked in Sunshine
- Precious and Grace
- The House of Unexpected Sisters
- The Colours of All the Cattle
I say...
I can't read these fast enough when a new one is published. I'm told by a number of people that have lived in Botswana, these stories accurately convey the feeling of day-to-day life in the country. I look forward to visiting! While waiting I'll continue to read every one of the new books added to the series.
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