I'm glad it was such a fine tour. Thanks for taking us along!

I enjoyed reading along with you. Thanks for sharing.

It was fun following along. I enjoyed a few days in Minnesota in 2021 as I rode the Northern Tier route, especially enjoyed the Lake Wobegone and other trails. Reading your journal makes me want to return and ride other routes and trails. Best wishes and safe travel home,

I thought so! I recognized that porch instantly, but had to consult the post of our own ride to Duluth to be sure. That’s the Grant House Hotel. We stayed there: https://www.cycleblaze.com/journals/duluth17/saint-paul-again/#1765_9160ca4caf1f88ed5543752d3dcc8ba9

We bought a house once with too much (for me), wood planking. The realtor was horrified at my opinion, asking if I had any idea what the cost was to install it. You will know someone had a generous budget when they have the ceiling done also.

"TRUCKS HAULING" seems to be unique to Minnesota, or at least I've never encountered the phrase anywhere else.

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Yep, swapped one sunset for another. Good eyes!

We've had a number of nice sunrises and sunsets this trip.

Nailed both! Good call!

Did you change your title page photo recently? Either way, it's beautiful!

As I get close to the end of a ride, I start equating the distance remaining to other rides I know: to REI, home from the office, home from "downtown"Rickville, etc. Helps me finish.

I'm not the only one to play the numbers game! It's great entertainment during the day. I also watch mile markers and count them down (or up).

I enjoy your quips about the awkward signs you've encountered

Ah yes...we're seeing Halloween popping up in yards.

Who would have known he's from Hibbing? You uncover lots of interesting (and quirky) history along your journey.

exquisite!