John Mellencamp "Small Town" Ride (June 27, 2021)

Off on another beautiful day, was seen off by a bunny (seen at very top just right of center). Made a stop to get the photo of the Daylillies, which are all over the area and very beautiful. 

Got out for some 55 miles, saw some small towns. Made a stop at a store (not open yet, as it was an early Sunday morning) in Staunton, Ohio and saw a parade forming up in Christensburg, Ohio. There I saw the old car and the WW2 landing craft. The landing craft was a cool design because it could go from the water to land. 

As always rode by a number of farms, have one to see at the very bottom of the page. It was just a wonderful day to get out. A few police were out in the country making sure there was no speeding going on. Gave a "special salute" of a one finger type to the Fuck Biden signs out there. Trump is garbage wrapped in skin. All in all a remarkable day and a fantastic Sunday ride.    

 

Saturday Ohio Exploration (June 26, 2021)

Good 45 mile ride this fine Saturday morning. Got out into the country and took a ride up US40 to Vandalia. Rode out on Dixie Highway past Joe's Cycle Shop (a fine motorcycle shop in Dayton) and made a stop just before that at a cemetary. I was following a blue heron. Saw the baby ducks and the grave of Howard M. Rinehart. Googled him a few minutes ago, he had an interesting life. 

Rode on into Dayton and around there for awhile. Last photo was taken there. Lots of interesting buildings in that town, its a fun place to explore. All said it was a wonderful ride. Got out before the heat and beat the expected showers later today.  

 

Father's Day 2021 Ride (June 20,. 2021)

Interesting ride. Saw some aviation related items on Col. Glenn Highway (visited his former house earlier this week during a trip which is in New Concord, Ohio) near the Air Force Base. Got out next on Wright Brothers Parkway and headed out. Went through Kettering and beyond. Went down not just the roads less traveled but roads I have never seen before. Nice ride, which finally got me into Xenia. I had been there, so from there was able to get home after a nice two hour ride. Weather has not been really good (and as mentioned I was on a trip, documented on my "Ohio and Me" blog site) but enjoyed today's adventure a great deal. Fun things to see here in Ohio.       

 

The Need for Speed (June 14, 2021)

Another beautiful day, had to bundle up a bit, which with the heat of last week and the past few days felt really good. I took a ride though Fairborn past the Air Force Base and since I was in the area took a couple of photos of planes on display outside of the Air Force Museum. That is an A-10 at left, and a C-17 just below. 

Just a bit down the road I made a short stop at Eastwood lake. I rode down some backroads heading back to my house, with a short stop at Carriage Hill Farm (another favorite park. All in all a little 40 mile excursion on a beautiful Monday   

 

Sunday Morning Covered Bridge Ride (June 13, 2021)

Longer ride than usual on a beautiful Sunday. Covered some 80 miles on this fine day. Visited a covered bridge in Fletcher, Ohio and the one at left just outside of Troy, Ohio. I also visited Piqua (seen in the photo below) and got a photo of the Troy fountain in the one below that. 

Made a stop at Penny Lane in New Carlisle for a little art, music and some very fine coffee. It was cooler than it has been, and amazing blue skies to replace the rain of the past few days. Still will be a hot and humid day, but not early on as I rode from 7-10 am. Enjoyed the adventure a great deal!  

 

Before the Rain (June10, 2021)

A quick one this morning, took this photo in the neighborhood, with a view of the Canadian geese and their babies. I really enjoy them, though the parents can be pretty aggressive if you get too close. 

Speaking of getting close this morning the rain got closer and closer. I stuck fairly close to home as well, but did get out a bit for a 30 mile ride. Kept my eyes to the skies and managed to keep dry. I did rain a hour later after I got back. Good to get out on what has been a rainy few days. This weather pattern is due to break in a few days. The ride did put a smile on my face, as I often say a short ride is better than no ride at all.     
 

Blue Skies....lets ride! (June 8, 2021)

Second day in a row, this time though with largely less clouds, got the motorcycle out for a while on this beautiful day. 68 and sunny as I headed out this morning. Really enjoying these morning rides!

Headed into Fairborn. There I visited the quiet downtown, and saw some Air Force Tankers at the base. I stopped to tank up in nearby Enon. I used to be an a Naval patrol squadron which was known as VP-17, so getting gas at VP Fuels was a kick. It was also one of the few stations under $3.15, as while riding looks like that magic barrier has been broken. Oh well...

At any case, the ride today took me to Fairborn, Enon, and Springfield. Wonderful day to get out. Expecting rain later on, and tomorrow a 90% chance of rain all day, so good to get it while I can. Looking forward to the next ride and thank you all for visiting my page.