There are many places in and around Sugar Valley that I’ve not yet explored. I suspect I could spend years before exploring them all. That fact, and that there are many similar areas, make central Pennsylvania a great place to ride.

Cold weather and trudging go together Andy!

And speaking of the colder weather, I couldn’t help but wonder (as I later trudged through Lowes in Mill Hall looking for a new door knob and trying to warm up a bit) if my numb feet made me walk like a peg legged pirate, because it sure felt like it.

Ah yes, the Driftwood. I have a photo of that burger tucked away somewhere. I used to get through State College twice a year, Spring and early Fall, not so much these days. I will check in with you if I think I/we will be riding through. I can guarantee that it will be during a warmer time of the year. Stay warm.

Thanks for your kind words on my wandering thoughts. Every time I move away from the more technically oriented descriptions of riding I worry that I’m creating noise.

You’re right that riding on two-wheels is definitely more physical than sitting in a car. While I enjoy driving, it can’t hold a candle to a scooter or motorcycle most of the time. But there are days I am glad I’m in a cage.

I use Battery Tenders all the time, year-round. Probably don’t need them. Perhaps it’s not even good for the batteries. But habits die hard for me.

Your wife may definitely need to acclimate when moving from Costa Rica to New Jersey. You’ll have to share some links to her work if something goes online. I always enjoy seeing what people create.

Be safe on the road as the weather hardens. Don’t take any chances!

I forget sometimes how fortunate I am to have access to so many lightly traveled roads. Not everyone is in that situation.

You’re right about what we’re guaranteed. Better make the most of it.

Something is happening that’s for sure. But every doctor I’ve asked about riding being exercise has responded negatively. And the last, my cardiologist, rides a BMW F800 GS. He’s not buying the exercise idea either. He wants me doing more cardio work. It’s heart rate and hard breathing which is the result of activity requiring more oxygen. Excitement and a faster heartbeat doesn’t create a need for more I guess…

The photographs you have on your blog are stunning. I would love to ride through Germany and Czechoslovakia someday. You’re right about the fields to a point but I have to say many of the meadows and pastures in Europe just look different. Richer. More diversity of plants or something.

Winter is not far off but I hope I can continue riding. Will add the snow tires and cold weather stuff soon.

You sure find yourself in this neck of the woods a lot. The Waffle Shop I understand. But Wycoff Run — that’s a bit more obscure. Next you’re going to say you’ve had cheeseburgers at the Driftwood Inn.

Have fun on your continuing journeys. I’ll look for you the next time I’m at the Waffle Shop.

Hey. You posted the same comment as Jef!

I’m often calm and light while riding. Definitely Vespa therapy.