Ride Registry
RIDE DETAIL
BIKECENTENNIAL 76 -- Reedsport, Oregon to Yorktown, Virginia, May, 1976|
Total Miles: 4520
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Load: Panniers
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Rider: Frank Oberc; 22 years old, Retired, Member United States Email
Summary: Toured in a group consisting of six Dutch, three Australians, and five Americans. Many awesome sights to say the least. A great contrast to my way of life in the city,; Commercial Trip
How did ACA Help? Leadership, maps, guide books, pre-arranged bike inns.
Health Issues: Hemorrhoids; switching to a soft saddle cured that.
Motivation: The desire to experience rural America.
Most Challenging Aspect:Riding uphill through snowfall in the Cascade mountains during the first few weeks. Walked more than rode.
Favorite Experience: Too many to mention.
Least Favorite: Riding through rain.
Tips: Be well prepared!
Date Entered: Aug, 2022
Photo by Dennis Coello
