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Old 06-13-19, 11:08 AM
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Anyone seen or heard from Northbend on his epic adventure?

Was wondering if anyone has seen or heard from Northbend while he rides across the US. He was supposed to start in Washington DC the end of April and unfortunately that was the day we left the country for several weeks, so we couldn't hook up.

I see on his profile that he hasn't posted since April 29th.
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Take a look at his Flickr and you'll see photos from his trip.

cheers.

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Here's his Flickr album
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Cool. Livin' the dream, no doubt.
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Always painting the rosy picture for others.
Only one image of a weather radar, no photos (I saw) rained or puddled out.
Maybe I missed one.
Thought there was epic widespread flooding which takes rain.

Tailwinds and smooth roads to Matt.

edit: Kansas City is widely considered middle of the country.
Last shots mean he's approx. 1/2 way - route dependent of course.
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Radio silence

My wife asks that I not post while I'm away. I'll do a write up when I finish.

I'm in Fowler tonight. 40 miles east of Pueblo, Co.
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Go, Matt, go!
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Matt, i look forward to reading about your trip when you get back. I love the photos, it looks like it has been quite the adventure!May there always be air in your tires and oil on your chain! Go ManGo!! Joe
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Originally Posted by rccardr
Was wondering if anyone has seen or heard from Northbend while he rides across the US. He was supposed to start in Washington DC the end of April and unfortunately that was the day we left the country for several weeks, so we couldn't hook up.

I see on his profile that he hasn't posted since April 29th.
Hey, thanks for posting this. Great photos on his Flicker page.
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Ridewithgps route to date. Not 100% accurate, but based on "sightings"
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I'll bet he had a wet ride across the Midwest. It has been a tough summer rainwise but that did keep the temps down so there's that.
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Originally Posted by northbend
My wife asks that I not post while I'm away. I'll do a write up when I finish.

I'm in Fowler tonight. 40 miles east of Pueblo, Co.
Keep your eyes peeled, my friend, that's real close to where I saw a bear cub crossing the road, a year or so ago. 😲😁
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I heard on good authority that there was a near cougar attack in Owensboro, KY.

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