766.40 miles biked to date… The following is a song/chant I couldn’t get out of my head all day as I rode through such amazing beauty. The streams of my Father’s loverun daily through me…From the holy fountain of lifeto the seed throughout the whole creation.William Robinson (Quaker in 1600’s) This was one of my … Continue reading June 23, 2021 Lancaster, PA —> Shrewsbury, PA – 45.8 miles
Author: L. Kim Basinger
June 22, 2021 Phoenixville —> Lancaster, PA – 48.9 miles
Didn’t sleep that well for some reason. Maybe anticipating another 50 mile day most likely in the rain. At least to start it was merely overcast as I headed out of town and I started hoping I might escape the rain since I got out early. Leaving Phoenixville The first 35 miles of the ride … Continue reading June 22, 2021 Phoenixville —> Lancaster, PA – 48.9 miles
June 21, 2021 Warrington, PA —> Phoenixville, PA – 36.7 miles
After two long days of riding in the heat, including some major climbs, I made the decision last night to ride fewer miles today and give my body a bit of a rest. This turned out to be a good decision. After a good nights sleep, I got up at 5:30 a.m. and again leisurely … Continue reading June 21, 2021 Warrington, PA —> Phoenixville, PA – 36.7 miles
June 20, 2021 Belvidere PA —> Warrington PA – 49.7 miles
Odometer update - I was successfully able to replace the battery last night and she is good to go - Yea! I keep asking myself why I am doing this ride. What is compelling me to fly off to some distant destination in order to get on a bicycle and ride 50 miles a day … Continue reading June 20, 2021 Belvidere PA —> Warrington PA – 49.7 miles
June 19, 2021 Milford, PA —> Belvidere, PA – 53 miles
I started out the day with a mixture of enthusiastic anticipation and concern. Immediately, I faced a challenge - my bike odometer was not functioning properly. After initial attempts to re-align the sensor, I determined that it was probably a battery problem and stopped to buy a battery. However, I could not easily get the … Continue reading June 19, 2021 Milford, PA —> Belvidere, PA – 53 miles
June 18, 2021 Rest Day in Milford, PA
This was an honest to goodness rest day of the first order. I took my time getting up and slowly savored my coffee and study/prayer time. Then headed over to The Village Diner for the perfect eggs, bacon and toast breakfast. Followed that up with several hours planning tomorrow’s 50 mile ride to Belvidere, NJ … Continue reading June 18, 2021 Rest Day in Milford, PA
June 17, 2021 New Palz, NY —> Milford, PA – 55.5 miles
🎶Happy Birthday to Me….🎶 From my morning studies: Are you tired? Worn out? Burned out on religion? Come to me. Get away with me and you’ll recover your life. I’ll show you how to take a real rest. Walk with me and work with me - watch how I do it. Learn the unforced rhythms … Continue reading June 17, 2021 New Palz, NY —> Milford, PA – 55.5 miles
June 16, 2021 New Milford, CT —> New Palz, NY – 54.1 miles
From my morning studies: Ye have no timebut this present time.Therefore prize your timefor your soul’s sake. George Fox 1652 Maybrook Rail Trail Today rates with one of my most favorite biking days ever! Perfect weather, stunning scenery, and unexpected adventures… It all started with some of those expected long, slow inclines and downhill coasts. … Continue reading June 16, 2021 New Milford, CT —> New Palz, NY – 54.1 miles
June 15, 2021 Simsbury, CT —> New Milford, CT – 53.2 miles
425.40 miles to date Started the day at 5:45 a.m. waiting with a fellow named Mark for the coffee to stop brewing at Iron Horse Inn. Mark smiled, approached and struck up a conversation - he seemed to need to talk. Very thin and a little scruffy, with multiple tattoos and piercings. Yet I felt … Continue reading June 15, 2021 Simsbury, CT —> New Milford, CT – 53.2 miles
June 14, 2021 Brooklyn, CT —> Simsbury, CT – 62.5 miles
I am the Lord your God. I will take hold of your right hand. I say to you, “Do not be afraid. I will help you.”Isaiah 41:13 I started riding at 7:30 a.m. under cloudy skies and a forecast of 50% chance of rain. The promise of a long day ahead. Just as I was … Continue reading June 14, 2021 Brooklyn, CT —> Simsbury, CT – 62.5 miles