Finally!

Apologies for the long hiatus! While we were camped out in the woods of Wellston, our phones both died and we were unable to capture the magic of the weekend. Needless to say, it was an awesome three days of music and new friends. We arrived in Traverse City yesterday afternoon and spent today getting our affairs in order for tomorrow's flight home. Hal cut his fingernails and sat in the hotel sauna for an hour. Here Mike has his first beard trimmed in anticipation of the requisite facial hair associated with advanced degrees from such prestigious institutions as Stanford University. He says that if he pursues a doctorate he may consider moving to a goatee.

Thank you so much to all those who supported our exciting journey -- we look forward to seeing you soon!

A mere eight miles from the coast of Lake Michigan, Mike ran over an unidentified object that burst both his tube and tire. Having never repaired a flat tire before (only a tube), it was a bit of a challenge. He and Hal stopped in a shaded lawn and Mike set out to fix the damage while Hal promptly fell asleep in the grass nearby. Eventually the task proved too onerous for one man and he was forced to wake Hal up so that they could force the tire on together. After lots of sweat and cursing they were successful, and here Mike stands, triumphant, ready for their final approach to the water. Hoxeyville tomorrow!

Cops and Doughnuts

Stopped at a famous bakery called Cops and Doughnuts in Clare. Apparently when the bakery was going out of business the police force took control and saved the place. Some great tshirts read: "Handcuffs and Creampuffs" and "Dont glaze me bro"

In Reed City for the night after breaking 500 miles today!

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Progress!

After 452 miles we finally made it!...back to Coleman. And even though Breland and Tempro weren't there to show us their new beats and mash-ups, we did find a nice lady to take our picture!

84 miles to Midland

Our longest day yet ended in Midland- a small town with a fancy hotel and the hq of Dow Chemicals.

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The road from Silverwood to Caro

Is full of turns. Hal checks the map on our 30 mile pre-breakfast ride.

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Dinner in North Branch

Lady at grocery store: "People are crazy around here."
Me: "Yeah, but they are crazy everywhere."
Her: "No, they are crazier here...be careful out there." 

After a tough Day 5 Hal sits down to make a campground delicacy: Tuna with mustard on english muffin. 

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Here Mike inspects the best mailbox in Michigan and decides not to knock on the front door.

Life on the road is not always as glamorous as hammocks and wind farms. Here Mike takes a break from a much needed trip to the St. Clair laundromat in order to enjoy a refreshing Dr. Pepper.

The real Uncle Tom's Cabin???

Hal contemplates the home of Josiah Henson outside Dresden. For being the Uncle Tom's Cabin historical site there was surprisingly little about Beecher Stowe or her famous book. 

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While enjoying a delicious blueberry crepe at Chez Denise in Wallaceburg, Ontario, Michael is accosted by a friendly women who claims to know several words in Spanish.

After day 3

Almost 6 hours of total ride time on Saturday and 79.8 miles. 214 miles in 3 days!

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Battling Windmills

Hal won this battle outside Port Burwell, can you see him at the base there?

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After a long day into some rough headwinds, Mike unwinds in his hammock -- an item far less useful than the foam roller and only slightly less demanding of space.

Selkirk State Park- Nice

Hal rolls out his thighs with a foam roller. First night at Selkirk was beautiful- swam at a private beach and had first meal with the camp stove. 

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Mohawk Marina

Hal stops for a break before getting to Dunnville

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Leaving today!

After 2 days in Ridgeway, Ontario with Roach and family we're leaving this morning. Dinner last night of Ted's hotdogs, Duff's hot wings, and Anderson's custard should give us a boost today. Tonight we'll be in Selkirk provincial park.