STORIES FROM THE ROAD
We invite cyclists on our Adventures to share their stories — including why they support our ministry, what a day on the road is like, how it feels to help families on a Build Day, and the inspirational people they meet and friends they make along the way. Here’s what they have to say.
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5 Spiritual Lessons to Learn from Bike Riding
5 Spiritual Lessons to Learn from Bike Riding Saturday, July 24, 2021 By Rob Erskine The following is a story by Mimi Patrick that I want to share: The younger me adored bike riding. It’s an activity that I’ve gotten away from as I got older but some of my happiest childhood memories feature me ...
Jim Kruse: A productive stop
Jackson Hole overflowed with touristsbut our stay at the First Baptist Church was inspiring, productive and restful. ...
Samuel Kimzey: Small towns provide big-time hospitality
Today the team completed the 43.2 mile ride from the tiny town of Arco, Idaho to the comparably small town of Carey, Idaho. This was the shortest ride for this week, and I think they found it a much-needed lighter day. The wind and heat (we're moving into the heatwave in the Northwest U.S.) have been taking their toll on everyone, so a shorter ride was helpful for all! ...
Tony Drake: Ride again leaves me in awe
This morning we were up by 0430 in anticipation of today’s 3,845 foot elevation gain from Dubois, WY into the Absaroka Mtn range and up to the summit of the Togwotee Pass to 9,655 feet, located on the Continental Divide, on our way down through the Teton National Park into Jackson, WY. ...
Mountains
Mountains Monday, July 19, 2021 Peter L. Hahn Hilliard, Ohio A long-time resident of Ohio, I have always enjoyed visiting or seeing mountains. During the big climbs on my bicycle in recent days, my thoughts about mountains have been more blended. I have experienced both the usual awe at their natural beauty and inspirational majesty, ...
Our First Rest Day
Our First Rest Day Sunday, July 18, 2021 By Tim and Mindy Garvin-Leighton Our first rest day after eight straight days of cycling is in the booming metropolis of Port Orford, OR. Population 954 as of 2019. We began the day worshipping with the wonderful folks of Port Orford Christian Center. The pastor reminded us ...
That Fuller Feeling
That Fuller Feeling Saturday, July 17, 2021 By Jackie Rouse Bettendorf, Iowa I’ve got that Fuller Feeling! It comes from a day spent on my bike with like minded comrades that want to change the world one mile at a time. Today we spent the day riding from North Bend to Port Orford, conquering the Seven Devils and following the gorgeous Oregon ...
When 50 Miles Feels Like a Cake-Walk
When 50 Miles Feels Like a Cake-Walk Friday, July 16, 2021 By Joe Schiff Today was day 7 of riding. We have ridden a total of 400+ miles so far and it has been both amazing and very difficult. This is my first time on a big bike trip and I am definitely not very ...
Newport to Florence
A Family and Class Reunion Thursday, July 15, 2021 By Mark Murphy I’m amazed at how wonderful Fuller Center Bike Adventure trips continue to be for me even after logging more than 12,000 miles on them. The people are wonderful and it feels like a mixture of a family and class reunion with the added ...
FCBA Milestones
FCBA Milestones Tuesday, July 13, 2021 By Michael Wieser This is my 8th biking adventure with the Fuller Center. I have done 4 cross-country rides, the Natchez Trace, and 2 previous segment rides. ...
And So Another Adventure With a Capital “A” Begins
And So Another Adventure With a Capital “A” Begins Saturday, July 10, 2021 By Gary Schroeder This time it is approximately 1600 miles from Seattle to San Diego. The veteran riders already know and the first timers are about to learn, it’s only marginally about the cycling. ...
Tony Drake: Red (hot), white & blue adventures
Today I’m going to catch you up on our 4th of July weekend and Monday riding adventures. ...
