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Zitat von Lee im Beitrag #30 I liked this post but I really wanted to like and dislike it. Mainly, I want to dislike it because this picture, along with my parents weather report of snow and crappy weather the last week, makes me rethink my intent to relocate closer to home during my next transfer in summer of 2021.
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A couple more snow plow pictures later in the day plus our house this morning.
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Zitat von Doc4216 im Beitrag #1 Perhaps some previous ride has taken you through this one, Doc. A bit south of Pittsburgh and historically near the first land battle of the Civil War. An unusual dual lane covered bridge, still in use today. The longest one in my home state. "Take me home, country roads, to the place where I belong......  Stick.IMG_0841.JPG - Bild entfernt (keine Rechte)
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Zitat von Doc4216 im Beitrag #31 Just make sure you have a chat with the folks and understand their plans. My wife did a west to east coast transfer with the Forest Service in the late 1990's to be closer to her folks. A year after her relocation, they announced plans for their dream home on the Olympic Peninsula! It seems they had been planning it for several years, but didn't tell anyone. As for the current weather, rain and wet snow, but no salt/cinder trucks. 59 and Sunny is forecast for Sunday.
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#35 | RE: Where will your first ride be after this?
Sat Apr 18, 2020 7:02 am (Last edited: Sat Apr 18, 2020 7:03 am)
Sat Apr 18, 2020 7:02 am (Last edited: Sat Apr 18, 2020 7:03 am)
Zitat von Mr. 36654 im Beitrag #34Zitat von Doc4216 im Beitrag #31 Yes, that conversation happened quite intensely this feb when I told them options. They said, “Don’t move closer just for us. We aren’t old enough to need someone to take care of us!” They aren’t going anywhere while my dad is still alive. He adamantly doesn’t want to move, plus one of my g’mas still lives with them. The closest I can get to them is Philly or Buffalo so it would be truly home, just closer. I haven’t lived in PA since I was 21 and pre-CG so they aren’t expecting anything but maybe the same time zone again. A Straight Road Never Made A Skilled Rider. |
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Zitat von Stick Rockwell im Beitrag #33 Now that looks like somewhere I need to ride too. Unfortunately, when I lived in PA, I only rode dirt bikes on back roads and strip mines. I did ride home through WV when I was stationed in Charleston, SC but I was too dumb and rushed to really explore anything else. Side note: I grew up with my family doing Civil war re-enactments (until about the age of 12). Best breakfast I ever had as a kid was over the camp fire at Gettysburg.
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If you are planning your next trip when the shutdown is lifted you may be interested in the following. Having toured the UK for almost 50 years it is surprising when you come across a gem of a road or a feature that you did not know existed. Such a gem is the Welland Valley viaduct built around 1878. It is the longest masonry viaduct across a valley in Britain. Its 3/4 of a mile long and has 82 arches of 40 foot span and is approx. 70 foot high. A feat of victorian engineering. The more famous Ribblehead Viaduct is much smaller with 24 arches and a length of 1/4 mile. |
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That looks fab, 72 miles away maybe I’ll see you there post lockdown.. |
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Zitat von Doc4216 im Beitrag #35Zitat von Mr. 36654 im Beitrag #34Zitat von Doc4216 im Beitrag #31 Working on the Lakes would be cool. Speed measured in mph on fresh water.....
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Good question. I like the sound of the Danta Cruz mountains, to me that is exotic. |
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Zitat von Stick Rockwell im Beitrag #33Zitat von Doc4216 im Beitrag #1 Still waiting for a guess on the bridge! I only engaged the good Doctor because she mentioned "covered bridges" to start the thread as well as her roots. Some of you know I've visited a good number over the last few years.  Stick
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Zitat von Stick Rockwell im Beitrag #41Zitat von Stick Rockwell im Beitrag #33Zitat von Doc4216 im Beitrag #1 It's been a week - let me help out my colleague. That's the Academia bridge near Harrisburg - a region that might rival some areas of California for riding. Stay safe. "Ride it out. "
“A good man always knows his limitations.”
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I appreciate the assist. It's been a busy week and did not have time to research (but also didn't know I was supposed to).
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#44 | RE: Where will your first ride be after this?
Fri Apr 24, 2020 4:41 pm (Last edited: Fri Apr 24, 2020 4:42 pm)
Fri Apr 24, 2020 4:41 pm (Last edited: Fri Apr 24, 2020 4:42 pm)
Zitat von Doc4216 im Beitrag #43 Right. One of the benefits of a forum - one asks the question, someone will know the answer from their experience, research time for all is reduced, and efficiency is shared by the community. Other than mental health benefits, this is not the time to spend your valuable time to chase down geographic trivia. Stay good. “A good man always knows his limitations.” |
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Zitat von Ray B im Beitrag #44Zitat von Doc4216 im Beitrag #43 Sorry, Ray. Some how you've misses on the clues. I was attempting to initiate some thoughts in anyone's mind who may have seen this covered bridge or wished to entertain the sleuth in themselves. Perhaps others have better things to do. Personally I need a few things to do to take my mind off of the world as it is today. I'll give it a few more days for anyone to give it a second shot. Stick
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