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.

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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.

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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.

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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.

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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.

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MARK HANCE: Finding the right path

Finding the right path
July 13, 2026

By Mark Hance

Another incredible day on the Fuller Center Northern Tier Bicycle Adventure! Today’s route took us eastward from Escanaba, winding through the beautiful Upper Peninsula of Michigan all the way to Naubinway.

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