Please join us as we travel to some of Mike’s favorite destinations. We will be running the usual route that so many of you have become familiar with. As usual, those that cannot make the ride are welcome to join us at the after ride BBQ. Alan says he wants to do something big this year so we will let you know what we come up with.
Hope to see you all on this very special ride!
Another great year and a great ride. The smoke from the nearby Aspen Fire didn’t bother us much, and the group enjoyed a little cooler weather and mostly clear roads this year.
We met at the normal spot, I’ve grown accustom to seeing this lot filled with bikes come the first Saturday in August. We had a tight group this year, not much waiting around on this trip.
Heading to Humphrey’s we hit some road construction on Old Tollhouse. Unfortunately, they had just repave the road from Hwy 168 nearly all the way to Humphrey’s Station. Thankfully we all made it through the mess without any problems.
Alan and his crew at True Value did an awesome job setting up the huge tent, chairs, tables, and BBQ. My wife Michele was already there chilling the drinks and getting all the yummy sides out for everyone to enjoy… yes, fresh baked cookies as well.
I would like to thank Seth and Randy for again helping me keep everyone on route, I don’t know what I would do without you both.
Thanks also to all the riders and their families who shared this day with me. It was nice meeting a few new faces and also seeing all those friends that have joined me so many times before. I spent the day thinking of Mike, probably rode a little fast on those roads we love so much, but it put a smile on my face thinking how much he would have enjoyed riding with everyone. Until next time, be safe my friends.
The weather is looking good for tomorrow, high 80’s in Oakhurst. Just got back from my pre-ride and the route looks good, should make for a great ride.
Michele picked up all the goodies tonight, grabbed some 1/3 pound burgers, hot dogs, and some spicy black bean patties if you’re avoiding meat. We’ll also have potato salad, beans, chips, drinks, watermelon, and Michele’s fresh baked chocolate chip cookies.
Hope to see you all tomorrow for a nice relaxing ride through some of our favorite roads.
Please join us as we travel to some of Mike’s favorite destinations. We will be running the usual route that so many of you have become familiar with. Hope to see you all on this very special ride!
We were finally able to make the trip up to Glacier Point. We had a smaller group this year and it was pretty much smooth sailing until we got to the gates of Yosemite National park, where the line was incredibly long. Bikes were running hot as the temps began to rise so we stopped just after the gate to relax a bit in the shade before we continued our trip.
The park did not disappoint, once we got moving again we were treated to all that the park has to offer. Taking the long trek trough the valley and up to Glacier Point took longer than expected and unfortunately we had to cut our time at the top of the world down so we could make it back to Oakhurst where the others were busy preparing the BBQ.
Even though the trip did not go as planned and I felt a little uncomfortable having to keep everyone moving to meet our goals, I’m glad we made the trip. Glacier Point is a special place for so many, but to me it is what I remember most about Mike. Even when he had moved out of the area, Glacier Point was always a destination when he came back for a visit. I was thankful that I got to share this with all the friends that joined me today, and I look forward to bringing more riders here in the coming years.
