Everest 2013 and Other Matters

Everest 2013 and Other Matters

Costa Mesa, California April 27, 2013 Dear Family & Friends: I have had some inquiries about the current Everest season, which kicked off in April and runs until early June when the monsoon season closes down the mountain. After the cancellation of the European...
Update on Sharon

Update on Sharon

Subject:  Update on Sharon Costa Mesa, California March 26, 2013 Unfortunately, we are canceling our river cruise in May.  Sharon’s foot is in a cast, which will be on for another two weeks. Then, there will be a foot boot and a lengthy recuperation period. These...
Ollie’s First Ride

Ollie’s First Ride

Costa Mesa, California March 22, 2013 Yesterday, Ollie had his first ride in his sidecar.  As we all expected, he loves it. We had 4 video cameras trained on Ollie for the maiden voyage. Two GoPros were mounted on the bike, Simon, Jr., Ollie’s older brother,...
Post-Trip Interview

Post-Trip Interview

Costa Mesa, California, California March 20, 2013 Here is a post-trip interview of my trip from Seattle to Costa Mesa in March of 2013. My inaugural ride with Ollie is postponed until tomorrow. Bill
Home Sweet Home

Home Sweet Home

Costa Mesa, Ca. March 19, 2013 I’m home! When I woke up yesterday morning in Bridgeport, it was 20 degrees Fahrenheit.  My bike and sidecar were covered with frost. I left the motel around 9 am and headed South on Highway 395.  As I descended to lower elevations, it...