Reflecting upon the journey
August 8, 2026
By Mark Kinzer
2 Timothy 4: 7 – “I have fought the good fight. I have finished [our ride]. I have kept the faith.”
MARK KINZER: Reflecting upon the journey
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MARK KINZER: Reflecting upon a 4,000-mile journey
Reflecting upon a 4,000-mile journey
August 8, 2026
By Mark Kinzer
2 Timothy 4: 7 – “I have fought the good fight. I have finished [our ride]. I have kept the faith.”
SUE P: The final week begins as we hit Vermont
Last week begins as we hit Vermont
August 3, 2026
By Sue P
Another new state today (Vermont) as we start our last week of the Northern Tier; hard to believe we are almost done!
MARK HANCE: Cruising the Canal Trail
Cruising the Canal Trail
July 31, 2026
By Mark Hance
Today was Day 50 of our Fuller Center Bike Adventure across the Northern Tier, and the weather could not have been better for riding. We spent most of our 69.5 miles cruising along the Erie Canalway Trail and passed right through downtown Syracuse.
MARK HANCE: Entering the Empire State
Entering the Empire State
July 27, 2026
By Mark Hance
We rolled out with a beautiful sunrise from Luther Memorial Church & Academy under early morning skies, leaving Erie behind as we mapped our way northeast along the shore. The cool morning air made for great riding conditions as the team gathered at the support trailer, packed up gear, and clipped in for nearly 80 miles along Lake Erie.
MARK HANCE: Crossing into The Keystone State
Crossing into The Keystone State
July 25, 2026
By Mark Hance
Day 45 brought us a smooth, picturesque 43.2-mile stretch as we made our way out of Ashtabula, Ohio, and officially crossed the state line into Pennsylvania! With around 1,100 feet of rolling elevation gain, the route treated us to balanced terrain, gentle lakeshore views, and plenty of unique roadside scenery.
MARK HANCE: Historic landmarks and lakeside views
Historic landmarks and lakeside views
July 23, 2026
By Mark Hance
The Fuller Center Northern Tier team set out today feeling truly blessed by the conditions. The air was cool when we started out from Bay Village, the sky was a deep, brilliant blue, and the sunshine was a companion, providing a perfect backdrop for our ride across Northeast Ohio.
SUE P: Clear skies return
Clear skies return
July 20, 2026
By Sue P
What a terrific last full day in Michigan! Much of the wildfire smoke has cleared, cooler weather, and clear skies made for a wonderful riding day.
MARK HANCE: The smoke lifts
The smoke lifts
July 18, 2026
By Mark Hance
After several days of challenging air quality, we have some fantastic news to start Day 40: The weather significantly improved today! The thick haze and high smoke levels from the Canadian wildfires, which hit us yesterday finally began to dissipate, offering much clearer skies for our journey.
MARK HANCE: Pedaling through the haze
Pedaling through the haze
July 17, 2026
By Mark Hance
We have officially hit ride day 39 of the Fuller Center Northern Tier Bicycle Adventure, and today’s journey took us away from the coast of Lake Huron, riding southwest from Tawas City to Midland, Michigan.
