Today I made it to the Atlantic Coast
Traffic here is unbelievable. Too many cars, too many left lane hoarders and did I mention that it was nearly 100 F. We started early this morning just south of Hartford, CT and arrived around 3pm
We took the scenic route north on Hwy 1 and ended up at the very popular Ogunquit Beach
Before long we ended up at our destination for the next few days. Traffic was very challenging and I have to tell you now to not believe everything that Karen may write about our episodes today. Suffice to say that the roads are not straight and traffic was unforgiving, and it was hot and humid. Your GPS may lead you to your correct address but does not always tell you which lane to be in and decisions have to be made on the spur of the moment
I recognized the driveway as we were approaching and also scooters were parked on the street to guide us in
Here is our host for the next few days
Mike, author of Scooter for Fun
As luck would have it there was another blogger preparing food in the kitchen
Thomas, author of Scooter by the Sea
This was the first time that I have ever had home-made Lobster Rolls
This is the first time that I have ever been to Portland, Maine and we were made most welcome by Mike and BRW. More adventures to follow as we are going on our first group ride in the morning
Bob - What happens in Maine, stays in Maine!
ReplyDeleteKaren:
Deleteyou've got class . . .
So cool that you made it to Maine to hang out with the very famous Mike and Thomas! And we can't forget the BRW!!
ReplyDeleteTrobairitz:
DeleteYou've got friends here too, just come on over . . .
Whoo whee! Happy times!
ReplyDeleteDeb:
Deleteanytime you get riders together, you always have a good time. and there's always food involved too
What an incredible journey you are on! Some day maybe hubby and I will be able to do a trip like this!
ReplyDeletePam:
DeleteI've never done this before, then I thought if I don't do it now, then WHEN ? who knows what the future may bring or how long your health will hold. I took unpaid time off to allow more time.
sorry we missed, ran out of time. perhaps we'll see on my return route
Keep going 3000 miles and I'll treat you to a Cheshire cream tea with homemade scenes and raspberry jam!
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Nikos:
DeleteI just need the Wunderlich snorkel FI module and scuba suit
Erratum: scenes = scones
ReplyDeleteExtreme super slab, heat and traffic. Much respect for your endurance and determination. Wife and I would not have made the progress you have in those actually in any conditions. Maybe 300-400 km a day, back roads, low speeds for us. Congratulations on finally getting to enjoy lobster in Maine.
ReplyDeletePaul:
Deletethis was the reason I bought the Beemer. My Vstrom would be struggling at 80mph all day with high RPMs
I can't do 500 miles every day, but once in a while but I can maintain 350-400 miles a day
Homemade lobster rolls! It doesn't get much better than that. It sounds like a great trip so far and you're just getting started.
ReplyDeleteRichard:
DeleteMy real trip started when we headed north from Portland, ME. Being so close we just had to meet Mike, BRW & Thomas. Kevin and Tina were just bonus's
a full lobster dinner is quite expensive, but I think I may try one before we head home. Maybe when we hit Shediac, NB, which is the Lobster capital of the world
Ed:
ReplyDeletehaven't planned my route home yet. May even think about north of Superior and then south to Duluth. I did drive across Canada twice (back and forth) but it is more expense than the US routes
Lots of time to think about this