So here goes nothing . . .
I'm 30 years old and (hopefully) completing my PhD in economics in the next couple weeks. Anticipating an early mid-life crisis, I decided two years ago that this summer would be an excellent time for a getaway - chance to clear my head after the existential stresses of writing a dissertation and finding an academic position.
So two years ago, I decided that I was going to cycle across the United States.
The only problem with this plan: I had no experience road cycling. My grand plan was greeted with guffaws and a healthy dose of skepticism from more seasoned cyclists. But I figured I had two years to get ready. I got a road bike and started riding, experiencing my share of accidents and mishaps in the beginning.
In May of 2012, I cycled from New York to Montreal - a five-day trip along the Hudson River and through the Adirondacks. That tour was a tune-up and preparation for the big one. Now with 21 days to go, I'm making preparations to venture out for a 50 day trek across the US. In the coming posts, I'll keep you updated on preparations for the big trip.
I'm 30 years old and (hopefully) completing my PhD in economics in the next couple weeks. Anticipating an early mid-life crisis, I decided two years ago that this summer would be an excellent time for a getaway - chance to clear my head after the existential stresses of writing a dissertation and finding an academic position.
So two years ago, I decided that I was going to cycle across the United States.
The only problem with this plan: I had no experience road cycling. My grand plan was greeted with guffaws and a healthy dose of skepticism from more seasoned cyclists. But I figured I had two years to get ready. I got a road bike and started riding, experiencing my share of accidents and mishaps in the beginning.
In May of 2012, I cycled from New York to Montreal - a five-day trip along the Hudson River and through the Adirondacks. That tour was a tune-up and preparation for the big one. Now with 21 days to go, I'm making preparations to venture out for a 50 day trek across the US. In the coming posts, I'll keep you updated on preparations for the big trip.
