Thirty Days and Counting

I had the pleasure of having lunch with Rick Lindstrom a couple days ago.  He and co-author Cory Emberson have written a book entitled "Pursuing Liberty," which will be out in a couple weeks.   In writing the book, the authors met with immigrants who had escaped oppression by moving to America.  They share their thoughts about what they see happening in America today, and where they think America is heading.  Excellant reading.

As we make our final preparations for our trip, we realize that we are still blessed by having the freedom to travel anywhere in the United States without fear of tyranny or oppression from the government.  But there are those who apologize for what America stands for, and who believe that America needs to stand down so that others can stand up.  There is no guarantee that forces from within will not take these liberies from us in the future.  John Adams said, "Liberty once lost, is lost forever."  Every American should ask themselves just how precious is the American way of life,  and if not them, who is willing to stand up and protect us from those who wish to take these liberties from us?  We suspect we will find many people along our route who love America, and who are willing to stand up for the liberties which make America the greatest nation on earth.  We look forward to meeting them during our 12,000 mile conversation with America.

Thief River Falls

Day: 43
Destination: International Falls, then Thief River Falls, MN
Route: Highway 11 to the International border; then Highway 11 to Route 71 south; then Highway 1
Miles Ridden: 406     Total Miles: 9,875

Points of Interest:

• Highway 11 in Canada
• Red Lake Indian Reservation

It's amazing the difference one day can make. Yesterday was very cold. This morning was very nice. Warm, clear, blue skies, almost not a hint of clouds. We loaded up and headed for the Canadian border at International Falls. It was about a five hour ride, with very little available gas on the way. A two lane road which meandered through the low mountains, and virtually no traffic at all. We saw a deer on the shoulder, and another black bear, this time a full grown bear observed a couple hundred yards from the roadway, and we saw some of the most beautiful wild flowers imaginable.

When we arrived at International Falls, we decided to continue on to either Red Lake or Thief River Falls, MN. We have been invited to a Fourth of July BBQ in Montana, and had to make up a half day. When we got to Red Lake, however, we learned it was a large lake on an Indian reservation. A fair number of people, but more trashed homes and trailers and abandoned cars on blocks than people. We decided against Red Lake, and moved on to Thief River Falls. The last 60 miles was on a two lane road without traffic. We experienced very heavy wind, with cross winds pushing 50 mph (enough to move our bikes). Thief River Falls turned out to be a nice little town, with very nice people who received us well.

7 Weeks and Counting

Hard to believe that 7 weeks from now our great adventure will begin.  The bikes will be serviced, waxed, and the tires properly inflated to save the world's oil supply.  Everything will be packed and strapped, and the bikes will be warmed up and gassed up.  After a loving kiss and the traditional "be careful" from our wives, we will begin our 12,000 mile trip by riding south along the glorious Pacific coastline.  You may not own a motorcycle, but that doesn't mean you can't ride with us.   By reading our blog, you just may feel that same sense of freedom and liberty that we feel with the wind in our faces, and the smell of the Pacific blowing across Highway 1.  Stop by and visit.  We'll be looking for you!

Born to blog

Hard to believe I have been paid $50,000 to post info for this blog. But I do what I must.
The Five corners trip is bound to be epic. Sort of like the 'Tales of Brave Ulysses'. Be sure to follow the travels and tribulations of the brave explorers who put comfort and safety behind them as they travel across the USA confronting liberals and Greenies upon every turn they take. Spreading the word of the constitution, the NRA, and Old Bushmills to distant corners of the continent untouched by rational thought for decades.