I went shoping today and bought a little cooking stove. It boils water in 2 minutes. I am going to cook some top ramon with jerky to try it out. It does not sound too appetizing but if you had pedaled all day and you were hungry it might just hit the spot.

I did a training ride today that was about 20 miles of hill work in just over 2 hours and finished feeling good.

bicycling across america

I am bicycling across America in February 2012. I think this will be one of the greatest adventures of my life. I thought about doing it the easy way. Going with a group and having someone cook for you, carry your equipment. and take care of you. well, I have been taken care of most of my life so I decided to go solo, pack my own gear and do it all on my own. It will definitely be more of a challenge, however I think it will be a lot more satisfying.

I have ordered a new Trek 520 a bicycle made for touring and I am getting all my light weight camping gear and supplies.

I will write more when time permits.