20170729 – For my 50th…..

It’s official…..

For years, I’ve been coveting a Motorcycle tour in the European Alps with Ducati.  I’ve decided for my 50th birthday, next year, I’m going to do it.  The deposit is paid and I’m officially booked my spot.  It’s an amazing 15 day ride through the Alps of Italy, France, Switzerland, Germany, and Austria.  Here’s a brief description of the ride:

The Alps – every motorcyclist’s dream! This tour introduces you to a stunning variety of scenery and culture as well as some of the world’s best mountain roads.

From Seefeld it takes only minutes to reach the first set of switchbacks, giving you an idea of what’s to come. Awesome views try to distract us as we tackle curve after curve, heading deeper and deeper into the Alps. In Switzerland the mountains are even higher and snow-covered year-round. On our way to France we collect passes like other people collect stamps. This is paradise for every avid rider!

And it’s not over yet. We enter Italy and immediately “La Dolce Vita” is all around us. Gorgeous lakes, lush orchards, the air filled with the smell of the world’s best Espresso, this must be God’s own country. We tackle more passes until we reach the mother of them all: Stelvio. 87 switchbacks. Simply breathtaking!
Before we return to Seefeld, the Dolomites and the Grossglockner High Alpine Road mark two of the final highlights along our route. One thing is for sure: the impressions you gain on this two week tour will make you yearn for more!

Here are some links about the ride:

Views of the Alps from the Ride: (I love the music choice…!!!)

 

A link to the ride description:

https://www.edelweissbike.com/en/touren/?c=CGA

 

20170728 – Back to Ouray

Back in Ouray after so many hours in the new Suburban/Couch.

New Wheels… He’s Fast and Pretty…!!

Basically, I drove to PS, got a haircut, went to the apartment, starting packing and getting ready for the Revivals pickup of furniture for tomorrow.

The guys from Revivals came and took everything, which was  a great feeling to give to such a great cause.   But before I knew it, it was time to head back home for the 13 hour drive to Ouray.

I’d prefer not to drive any time soon any where in the near future.  It was painful being in the car for so long, by yourself.

Once I got back to Ouray, I could enjoy some vino on the deck.

Ouray…!!

20170728 – Farewell to…..

Palm Springs….

Unfortunately, it’s time to say Good Bye to Palm Springs.  As much as I’ve enjoyed my time in this great city, now that I’m working, it’s tough to spend as much time there as I’d like.   Plus, the fact that the Tennis Facility I moved there to enjoy, has closed; It’s time to say:  “Addio”….!!

I’ll miss ya Palm Springs..!!
Leaving Palm Springs

I drove down to PS and drove back…   Twenty Seven (27) Hours in a car by yourself in Four (4) days was brutal.  But, I’m back in Ouray and ready to enjoy being here Full Time.