Thursday, April 12, 2007

I'm Glad I'm Starting in Florida!


When I first planned my bike ride I was going to start in Michigan. My logic: I'll be going downhill the whole way (see yellow line) so all I'll need is good brakes. Then someone reminded me that it's much nicer in Florida in April than in Michigan. Even though it is uphill (see red line), it will be easier to get started on dry ground instead of six inches of snow.

My plans are set. I will be leaving Metro Airport on Thursday, April 19th and landing in Fort Myers. After I land I'll bicycle to Marco Island and spend the night. And my trip begins Friday, April 20th!

7 comments:

Anonymous said...

GO CHARLIE GO!!!!

We love you brother!

My bike is on rollers and I'm getting my butt on the bike seat tomorrow! See you in Van Wert!
Cathy

Anonymous said...

Chaz - Good luck on your journey. I wish I could go with you (I think I could fit in one of those pull behind strollers). Maybe next time when you cross west to east.

-Dennis

Anonymous said...

Charlie-
We'll be following you along the route! Can't wait to hear about all your adventures.

Khara

KNITWHIT said...

Charlie,

Good luck on your great ride! Take lots of pictures and keep posting when you can. What a wonderful and inspirational thing to do!

Maureen Nugent
(Moe)

Anonymous said...

HI CHARLIE

HOPE ALL IS GOING WELL THUS FAR & KEEP UP YOUR SPEED!

GO MON GO!

YOU CAN DO IT!!!

KATHY AVENALL

Anonymous said...

Keep up the great work Charlie.
I spoke with you along with another fella, Sandy, shortly after you got on that great bike trail in Pasco Co. I'm training for The Tour Dekota June 10th.
Keep on Bikin'
Rich

Anonymous said...

Hey Charlie,

We enjoyed our time at the "pig-out" this afternoon. In fact, we stayed a little longer than normal and are now suffering from stomach aches! Just checking in to say good luck on the rest of your journey. Get ready for some fantastic experiences to come. We know you'll do great all the way home.

Gary & Carol