Seeing how "the other half" lives
February 4, 2026
By Martin Merkt
Today we had the pleasure of leaving West Palm Beach and we rode down Worth Avenue which is similar to Rodeo Drive.
MARTIN MERKT: Seeing how “the other half” lives
Category Archives: Tour de Florida
THAD VAUGHN: A day of weather reports and history lessons
A day of weather reports and history lessons
February 2, 2026
By Thad Vaughn
We started our fourth day of riding from Okeechobee with a brisk 28-degree start.
PAUL ROUSE: A cool Adventure … literally
A cool Adventure ... literally
February 1, 2026
By Paul Rouse
Today was our third ride day. Yesterday we had a great time doing yard work and maintenance at the New Testament homeless mission in Sebring, Florida. The grounds and buildings looked so much better when we left. The weather was overcast with increasing winds and falling temperatures all day.
PAUL ROUSE: The wind is everything
The wind is everything
January 20, 2025
By Paul Rouse
Today was Day 6 of the Fuller Center for Housing Tour de Florida, and the fourth day of riding our bikes. Not much change in the weather – still mostly cloudy and cold (low = 49/high = 63).
LARRY JABLONSKI: Teamwork and positive attitudes on display
Teamwork and positive attitudes persist through it all
January 2025
By Larry Jablonski
The riders and support staff for the 2025 Tour de Florida gathered in Clearwater under warm, clear weather conditions. Excitement was in the air as everyone anticipated, clear, sunny skies with warm tailwinds.
JENNIFER WELLS: Do you place as much trust in God as you do in your Garmin?
Do you place as much trust in God as you do in your Garmin?
January 24, 2025
By Jennifer Wells
Every morning we gather up and review the route for the day, discuss any pertinent information and do our devotion. We call this “Circle Up”.
RENEE McCULLOUGH: 42 bridges to Key West — connections, focus and moving forward
24 bridges to Key West: Connections, focus and moving forward
January 25, 2025
By Renee McCullough
The ’60s song “Crystal Blue Persuasion” begins with the lines “Look over yonder, what do you see? The sun is rising, most definitely.”
CYNTHIA STEVENS-PINO: Into the Keys
Into the Keys
January 24, 2025
By Cynthia Stevens-Pino
We started the day with a bit of a damp chill as we pulled out of Homestead for Tavernier.
JIM YOUNG: Spirit of the ride shines bright
Spirit of the ride shines bright
January 22, 2025
By Jim Young
Today’s ride from Everglades City to Homestead was nothing short of an adventure — a trip filled with determination, teamwork, and unforgettable moments.
BRAD BIRKY: Hospitality always warm on this ride
The hospitality here is always warm and sunny
January 21, 2025
By Brad Birky
We kicked off the day with a delightful breakfast, courtesy of the generous folks at Carlson Methodist Church in LaBelle, FL.
