Ride Against Domestic Violence

Moving the Blog

2008-08-25T14:07:00.000-07:00

Hi all. I have decided to post my Ride Against Domestic Violence posts at my blog RazorsEdge2112.

There is more traffic there and the blog is already set up and operational. So, please browse over there and watch for updates.

Ride safe, all!

T-Minus 39 Days and Counting

2008-08-18T08:57:00.001-07:00

Only 39 days. I would be lying if I said there were no apprehensive thoughts going through my brain. The possibility of an accident, or of running out of money, or of not being able to find a place to stay, or of mechanical failure. These thoughts, as the time of my departure nears, are becoming more tangible.

I think the bike will be fine, but... I am a little worried about the brakes as they are starting to be a little thin. I am a little worried about the tires as they are wearing a little and starting to get weathering cracks. Well, worried may be too harsh a word. Concerned may describe my feelings a little better. I can replace the brakes and tires, but they cost money. An I can see I will be running tight the way it is.

Then there is the weather. Don't get me wrong, weather does not frighten me. After witnessing more than thirteen tornadoes, a tropical storm, innumerable ice and hail and snow storms, I have acquired an odd sort of appreciation for adverse weather. What I worry about is snow in Colorado. I heard on the Weather Channel how I70 was getting snow already in Colorado, just west of Denver. That is my route through the state. I am not afraid of it, I am concerned it will put me behind schedule.

More later---

T-Minus 59 Days and Counting!

2008-07-29T08:11:00.000-07:00

Today is the day I start searching for sponsors. I venture off on this action rather ill-equipped. You see, I am just a motorcycle rider, computer programmer, reader, writer, and all-around quiet person. Now is not the time to feel timid or quiet. I have dedicated myself to this event and all that is involved in making it happen.

I am not going to stop just because I feel timid around people and feel out of place when asking for money or other donation. I have a job to do and the desired outcome is far too important to retreat back behind my castle walls.

Well... Here I come!

65 Days and Counding

2008-07-23T13:34:00.000-07:00

Only 65 days before I start on my 6000 mile trek across America on the back of my Honda Rebel motorcycle, in an attempt to raise public awareness of Domestic Violence and Abuse. I also hope to raise some money for the National Coalition Against Domestic Violence as well.

More information in tomorrow's blog. For more immediate information, visit my website at www.radstream.com