Author Archives: TouringTunes

Song of the day: Gene Autry – Back in the Saddle Again. http://youtu.be/80NoPLp-Zl0 I crossed the industrial looking bridge from the super hip Portsmouth, New Hampshire, and into Maine, my eighth state so far. The weather was pleasant, the coastal … Continue reading →

I’m convinced there’s not a better way to start a day of bicycle touring than with puppy kisses, and the warm smell of sweet, homemade waffles coming puffing up and off the griddle in the morning. Tom made the batter … Continue reading →

Song of the day: [post title], instrumental version by Mark Geilson & Geoff Groberg. http://youtu.be/a0rWtSprRg8 It was a nippy start to a June day, waking up at 5AM to 45 degree weather and seeing my breath hang in the air … Continue reading →

Song of the day: Many a Mile by Buffy Sainte-Marie http://youtu.be/MSYYNRdteNg With the torrential rains of the past two days behind me and ideal bike weather ahead, I dragged my bike from the shed, made a few feeble motions that … Continue reading →

The layover in central Connecticut included not only adequate rest and abundant socialization opportunities with family members I don’t often get to connect with, but I’ve eaten so many delectable dishes that I’ve restored any weight that I lost over … Continue reading →