Rounding out 2023 and onto 2024.

October 23 Basaseachic to Batopolis (town at bottom of copper canyon). Copper Canyon was the place that both of us wanted to ride to after reading about others rides in this area of Mexico. We were excited about the day and covering some ground along the way. Weather...

Just going back and posting photos from our day in Durango. It was our day off of riding , so we rested and then headed out to see some sights. First for a little breakfast. walking around town. Interesting facades on the main pedestrian area. Walked into a shop ........

Had a great day yesterday riding along the edge of the Sierra's. Was not able to upload my photos last night but it worked this am. The roads have been very twisty which has been fun, but keep distances you travel down. Mileage: about 200 Weather Sunny and Warm. Lots...

Grab a cup of coffee as this will be a long post. Lots to comment on and talk about.... After a long break in our travel plans we finally were able to ride down into Mexico. We had a variety of emotions as we reached the border. Excitement, and some apprehension of...

After a great evening at Skip and Cathy's home, we had some great coffee in the morning and headed over to Iron horse at 9am. Cathy was headed out for a dirt bike ride in her new "fancy Pants" Klim riding pants. They were so new and clean. At Iron Horse BMW, They we...

Wednesday was a travel day back to Tucson. Like any big trip, the anticipation always there. Stayed with my friends Wendy and Reed and had a great note from Reed as I did not see them before I left as I met with my Buddies, Dave, and Kris (Brad was out sick...

As I continue to wait Spent the weekend relaxing, reading and reflecting. The waiting is hard as I am back "home" during this time, and really want to be back on the road. But as I have written before in the larger scope of things it is no big deal, and it could not...

Have not written much the last week as I have been busy seeing family and friends. I stayed with my Brother and his wife and kids. Was great to see them. The kids are full of energy and wanted "uncle Mark" be involved in all the fun games around the house. My older...

Sunday Morning after meeting up with Timmer and his wife, my Nephew Adam and I decided to go to the Museum of Flight in Seattle. It was 787 day. Very cool looking plane made of Carbon Fiber. Finally got released to Boeing customers so they will be flying commercially...

Still taking the time in Portland to connect with friends. Had dinner with friends Friday night.Then a great morning in Portland meeting up with my coffee guys. Also had the honor and privilege of meeting with the Men's support group for Men caring for their wives...

October 23 Basaseachic to Batopolis (town at bottom of copper canyon). Copper Canyon was the place that both of us wanted to ride to after reading about others rides in this area of Mexico. We were excited about the day and covering some ground along the way. Weather...

Just going back and posting photos from our day in Durango. It was our day off of riding , so we rested and then headed out to see some sights. First for a little breakfast. walking around town. Interesting facades on the main pedestrian area. Walked into a shop ........

Had a great day yesterday riding along the edge of the Sierra's. Was not able to upload my photos last night but it worked this am. The roads have been very twisty which has been fun, but keep distances you travel down. Mileage: about 200 Weather Sunny and Warm. Lots...

Grab a cup of coffee as this will be a long post. Lots to comment on and talk about.... After a long break in our travel plans we finally were able to ride down into Mexico. We had a variety of emotions as we reached the border. Excitement, and some apprehension of...

After a great evening at Skip and Cathy's home, we had some great coffee in the morning and headed over to Iron horse at 9am. Cathy was headed out for a dirt bike ride in her new "fancy Pants" Klim riding pants. They were so new and clean. At Iron Horse BMW, They we...

Wednesday was a travel day back to Tucson. Like any big trip, the anticipation always there. Stayed with my friends Wendy and Reed and had a great note from Reed as I did not see them before I left as I met with my Buddies, Dave, and Kris (Brad was out sick...

As I continue to wait Spent the weekend relaxing, reading and reflecting. The waiting is hard as I am back "home" during this time, and really want to be back on the road. But as I have written before in the larger scope of things it is no big deal, and it could not...

Have not written much the last week as I have been busy seeing family and friends. I stayed with my Brother and his wife and kids. Was great to see them. The kids are full of energy and wanted "uncle Mark" be involved in all the fun games around the house. My older...

Sunday Morning after meeting up with Timmer and his wife, my Nephew Adam and I decided to go to the Museum of Flight in Seattle. It was 787 day. Very cool looking plane made of Carbon Fiber. Finally got released to Boeing customers so they will be flying commercially...

Still taking the time in Portland to connect with friends. Had dinner with friends Friday night.Then a great morning in Portland meeting up with my coffee guys. Also had the honor and privilege of meeting with the Men's support group for Men caring for their wives...

October 23 Basaseachic to Batopolis (town at bottom of copper canyon). Copper Canyon was the place that both of us wanted to ride to after reading about others rides in this area of Mexico. We were excited about the day and covering some ground along the way. Weather...

Just going back and posting photos from our day in Durango. It was our day off of riding , so we rested and then headed out to see some sights. First for a little breakfast. walking around town. Interesting facades on the main pedestrian area. Walked into a shop ........

Had a great day yesterday riding along the edge of the Sierra's. Was not able to upload my photos last night but it worked this am. The roads have been very twisty which has been fun, but keep distances you travel down. Mileage: about 200 Weather Sunny and Warm. Lots...

Grab a cup of coffee as this will be a long post. Lots to comment on and talk about.... After a long break in our travel plans we finally were able to ride down into Mexico. We had a variety of emotions as we reached the border. Excitement, and some apprehension of...

After a great evening at Skip and Cathy's home, we had some great coffee in the morning and headed over to Iron horse at 9am. Cathy was headed out for a dirt bike ride in her new "fancy Pants" Klim riding pants. They were so new and clean. At Iron Horse BMW, They we...

Wednesday was a travel day back to Tucson. Like any big trip, the anticipation always there. Stayed with my friends Wendy and Reed and had a great note from Reed as I did not see them before I left as I met with my Buddies, Dave, and Kris (Brad was out sick...

As I continue to wait Spent the weekend relaxing, reading and reflecting. The waiting is hard as I am back "home" during this time, and really want to be back on the road. But as I have written before in the larger scope of things it is no big deal, and it could not...

Have not written much the last week as I have been busy seeing family and friends. I stayed with my Brother and his wife and kids. Was great to see them. The kids are full of energy and wanted "uncle Mark" be involved in all the fun games around the house. My older...

Sunday Morning after meeting up with Timmer and his wife, my Nephew Adam and I decided to go to the Museum of Flight in Seattle. It was 787 day. Very cool looking plane made of Carbon Fiber. Finally got released to Boeing customers so they will be flying commercially...

Still taking the time in Portland to connect with friends. Had dinner with friends Friday night.Then a great morning in Portland meeting up with my coffee guys. Also had the honor and privilege of meeting with the Men's support group for Men caring for their wives...

October 23 Basaseachic to Batopolis (town at bottom of copper canyon). Copper Canyon was the place that both of us wanted to ride to after reading about others rides in this area of Mexico. We were excited about the day and covering some ground along the way. Weather...

Just going back and posting photos from our day in Durango. It was our day off of riding , so we rested and then headed out to see some sights. First for a little breakfast. walking around town. Interesting facades on the main pedestrian area. Walked into a shop ........

Had a great day yesterday riding along the edge of the Sierra's. Was not able to upload my photos last night but it worked this am. The roads have been very twisty which has been fun, but keep distances you travel down. Mileage: about 200 Weather Sunny and Warm. Lots...

Grab a cup of coffee as this will be a long post. Lots to comment on and talk about.... After a long break in our travel plans we finally were able to ride down into Mexico. We had a variety of emotions as we reached the border. Excitement, and some apprehension of...

After a great evening at Skip and Cathy's home, we had some great coffee in the morning and headed over to Iron horse at 9am. Cathy was headed out for a dirt bike ride in her new "fancy Pants" Klim riding pants. They were so new and clean. At Iron Horse BMW, They we...

Wednesday was a travel day back to Tucson. Like any big trip, the anticipation always there. Stayed with my friends Wendy and Reed and had a great note from Reed as I did not see them before I left as I met with my Buddies, Dave, and Kris (Brad was out sick...

As I continue to wait Spent the weekend relaxing, reading and reflecting. The waiting is hard as I am back "home" during this time, and really want to be back on the road. But as I have written before in the larger scope of things it is no big deal, and it could not...

Have not written much the last week as I have been busy seeing family and friends. I stayed with my Brother and his wife and kids. Was great to see them. The kids are full of energy and wanted "uncle Mark" be involved in all the fun games around the house. My older...

Sunday Morning after meeting up with Timmer and his wife, my Nephew Adam and I decided to go to the Museum of Flight in Seattle. It was 787 day. Very cool looking plane made of Carbon Fiber. Finally got released to Boeing customers so they will be flying commercially...

Still taking the time in Portland to connect with friends. Had dinner with friends Friday night.Then a great morning in Portland meeting up with my coffee guys. Also had the honor and privilege of meeting with the Men's support group for Men caring for their wives...