Nerd Em's Adventures
Yesterday, there was a wind advisory current when my parents dropped me off in the deserted tent campground at this park. They unloaded my gear with a few tears and much trepidation. I assume part of the fear comes with any departure of a child on a solo adventure, no matter the offspring’s age or competence. Read more
The forecast calls for a 40 percent chance of rain and thunderstorms this afternoon with a north wind 10-15 mph shifting northeast, high of 53F.
At 7.30 am, though, there are shafts of sunlight streaming through the remainders of last night’s clouds. Based on the forecast, my thought is to head for Lincoln, skipping Clinton by staying south, picking up a tailwind as it swings northeasterly later in the morning. Read more
Today is a race. And I will lose.
There is a strong cold front advancing toward Illinois today. Strong storms are forecast with its arrival. However, it should not arrive until the evening, and I should have good southeasterly tailwinds until it hits. My choice today is: go long to Havana (71 miles) or go short to Lincoln (34 miles). There is really nothing in between. So I take up the challenge and decide to go long. Read more
So the title for today could have been: “When the drainage ditches have whitecaps” OR “Do you prefer ice pellets to thunderstorms?”.
This will be the hardest day for me on the road ever. Read more
Brrr…. it is 29F when I leave this morning. But it is sunny!!! It has been nearly a week since we’ve seen a clear day. The guys get to ride in the handlebar bag today. The wind is a light 5-10mph breeze from the WNW. I underestimate the cold though and have to put on another layer 10 miles up the road. Read more