Author Archives: Vincent
Writing more…
Hi All! I can actually say ALL now, since there are more of you than just the one lone email subscriber (hi email subscriber, whoever you are). As of writing this, there are actually fourteen more of you thanks to the new FACEBOOK PAGE (hey lone email subscriber, have you liked the page yet?). So … Continue reading
Countdown to the GAP
As the GAP/C&O ride quickly approaches I have installed a little countdown widget on the site to count down the days until the trip commences. I am getting excited for the trip and look forward to writing some new blog-posts here about my planning. I will also be sharing with you what gear I use on these bike trips and … Continue reading
End of Trail Parking
I think I found a spot to park at the end of the trail. It will most likely be the Metro station at Greenbelt MD. They have a long term parking area that costs $4.50/day. Parking is free at Metro stations on weekends and holidays. The ride ends on Memorial Day which means that I … Continue reading
Ohiopyle
Ohiopyle on this trip is kind of up in the air. I feel it is a good stopping spot to spend the night and we could grab breakfast at Sister’s Cafe’ in Confluence. I plan to stay at one of the guest houses found here: http://www.laurelhighlands.com/lodging/guest_houses Only thing is they are a bit pricey if I am … Continue reading
Planning for 2013 GAP Ride
Planning has commenced for my 2013 Bike Ride. I can’t believe it’s been three years again already.
GAP 2006 DAY THREE: Meyersdale to Confluence
Slept in again and had a nice ride along the Casselman
GAP 2006 DAY TWO: Cumberland to Meyersdale.
A long climb, a fantastic view and of course I got in after dark. Continue reading
GAP 2006 DAY ONE: Amtrak to Cumberland and the Western Maryland Scenic Railroad.
A grumpy conductor, a fun steam train ride, yummy hot dogs and an unpleasant shower starts off the 2006 ride. Continue reading
GAP Day Five: Meyersdale to Cumberland
THE LAST DAY, MAJOR DETOUR, BIG SAVAGE MOUNTAIN AND THE END OF THE RIDE
GAP Day Four: Ohiopyle-Myersdale
BEAUTIFUL SCENERY, LOTS OF BRIDGES, A RATTLE SNAKE AND A BROKEN BIKE
GAP Day Two: Dravo’s Landing to Connellsville
A QUEST FOR BREAKFAST AND SMOKES, RIDING IN THE RAIN, BIKINI CLAD GIRLS, AND AN UNEXPECTED STOPPING POINT. Continue reading
GAP Day One: South Park to Dravo’s Landing
ROAD DETOURS, WILD TURKEYS, A NEW FRIEND AND A MONSTER THUNDER STORM. Continue reading