It’s getting really close now! On Monday I’m flying to Holland to start this year’s European bike adventure. My bike is all packed and I guess I’m ready to go.
Andrew and I are flying to Amsterdam to stay with Wytze for a few days to prepare. On the 31st, we’ll spend the day on three trains going all the way to Bourg St. Maurice, France. I’m excited to be taking the TGV for the first time. We’ll meet Daniel and start riding the next morning. Our first ride takes us over the Col du Petit Saint-Barnard which is one I’ve never done. The Italian border is at the top of the pass. There’s nothing like 2,000m of climbing on the first day to alert our bodies and minds that the tour has begun!
It’s funny how easy packing is for a trip like this. I can check-in one bag which can be a bike box, so I have that plus a small carry-on. The bike box can be up to 23 kg, but mine is under 15 and that’s with my bike bags, tools, helmet and bike clothes. When you have to carry everything it’s pretty easy to pack light. Pants? Nope, no need.
I’m looking forward to enjoying the next couple of days. I packed up early so I can enjoy Beau’s visit. He was able to squeeze a couple of days in visiting Katie and me in Santa Cruz before he heads on to Los Angeles, the south Pacific and eventually back to Japan.
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Exciting Nathan. I remember the train of great velocity, TGV makes it look like French is easy. We trust the trip goes very well. Looking forward to pix galore! We have the house listed here. Paul recommended multiple listing so we are using that.Carol has three colors of DUCT = duck tape, one for staying in the house or giving away to Ruby Valley folks, one for going to the cabin, and one for going to the Highland apartment in Elko (two beds and two baths). 11 pages of fine print in the listing agreement. I bet it’s more in CA ! Carol has alerted the Ruby Valley ladies to our upcoming move to the cabin. That will be a big help. The menalso are planning to help out. We’ll keep you posted on our progress as you pedal around Europe. Have a wonderful trip ! Love, DSANRVNVUSA !
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Oh. You will get started soon now. We just finished yesterday and arrived at the Sea. 7 weeks walking hard came to an end. Please let me know your agents better somehow so I can prepare when and how to meet you around the area of Florence, Luca, Pisa,Siena….. I will head home tomorrow. Peace and love and outdoor fun 😊 Stefan
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Have fun!! xo Frannie
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