Before the Rain (October 28, 2021)

Expecting rain the next few days, yesterday we had the first freeze of the year. Today though it was in the low 50's which gave me a chance to get out and put a charge in the motorcycle battery (and by riding, in me as well) plus to rotate the tires for a bit. Rode under threatening skies, at least the dark clouds are rolling in (as seen in the third photo below). 

I rode out to Carriage Hill Park to say hello to the animals and to photograph the red tree directly below. It was a short ride down some country roads but it felt great and I was dressed for the weather. Nice to get out and see some of the trees changing. Did not see any motorcycles out but mine, but believe I heard a couple. 

Getting real close to the end of the riding season in Ohio but I am hoping for a few more before I put it way for 2021. Been on some great adventures and thank you for visiting my page!   

 

A Short Excursion on Two Wheels (October 20, 2021)

 

On this Wednesday, a short ride on a beautiful day. In the 60's and clear blue skies. The season to ride is rapidly winding down. Morning temperatures are in the 40's and day temperatures are rapidly winding down too. It is just a short time here till snow starts coming down - expect that in the next few weeks. 

Rode out mainly to get some wind in my face, but also ran a couple of places to get a couple of things that I could carry on the motorcycle. 

Looking forward to a few more rides like this before I put the motorcycle up for 2021. Its been a really great year with the Triumph. I did get to see finally the first hints of fall color as can be seen in the tree ahead. Leaves have been falling without much change, hoping the cooler temperatures bring more color out. For riding and for the beauty of the season, Fall is hard to beat.    

A Quick One ( October 18, 2021)

Temperature got up into the low 70s today and I got the Triumph out for a quick "tire rotation" on this beautiful day. It was a wonderful day to get out and feel the wind on my face, and the power at my wrist. 

Got out in the country for what was a short late day ride, but did ride past a few farms on the backroads which is where I saw the donkey and cows having dinner. Still waiting and hoping for some fall color here, but with morning temperatures in the 40s they are saying that is soon to happen. Seeing a few sights of that now. Got a few more rides to go before the cold has me put the motorcycle up for the season. Thanks for visiting my page.   

 

Perhaps...The Last "Summer Ride" (October 14, 2021)

Another day with temperatures in the 80's, been a rare treat. Not to say that I am not looking forward to cooler rides (I am) but was told today from the weather channel that "More fall like temperatures are coming in a few days"). There is also some rain on the way, so got out and got a few miles in this fine Thursday. Rode out to Yellow Springs. Love the cannon at this cemetery there, and stopped by Yellow Springs Brewing. Good beer, but not open till later (good, cause did not feel like a beer at 9am). I also rode out to Fairborn. They are having a big Halloween festival this weekend, but then there is that rain threat. At any case, nice country ride of around 40 miles on a beautiful and still warm October day.   

 

Monster Ride (October 11, 2021)

Been enjoying these warm October days. Highs have been in the 80's (20 degrees warmer than normal for this time of year). Got out in the 60's this morning to get a ride in. Covered some 50 miles around Fairborn, Ohio but did stop for some photos of the local displays there and a cup of coffee too. Beautiful day and saw some cool things. Actually got away from town and covered some brand new roads. Easy for me to do, because I am still sort of a brand new resident of Ohio. 

Cooler weather will come before too long, but for now, this is a nice addition to the riding season. Still a few more weeks before it comes time to put the motorcycle away for the season.   

 

Motorcycles, Airplanes and a Beer (October 9, 2021)

Great Saturday morning ride (and the first time in a while) but felt great to be out. Rode out to Troy, Ohio and made a stop at Waco Aircraft (which did not open till noon) Got some photo around town, and went by the Honda dealer in Troy. Talked to a guy that owned the old BMW R-75. Cool classic motorcycle and a fun conversation. 

Made a stop at Moller Brew Barn in Troy, which is across from the Courthouse (go figure) and in an old church. Had a (as in one) beer there. Its a favorite and tasty, but my first time at the actual brewery. Stopped by the New Carlisle Airport before going home. Enjoyed three of my favorite things during this ride!