 American
Legion Riders giving support "A
group of about 20 riders assembled for the final ten
miles of the day after yet another hospitality-filled
rest stop from the American Legion in Seaside. We rode
at a leisurely 10-12 mph pace with the energy of a tailgate
party. We laughed and joked around while the American
Legion escorted us through town on motorcycles. Their
support was incredible. They posted road guards at intersections
and shielded us from traffic while cheering us on. Their
support was so good, it felt like we were on a closed
course.
We were all glad to get
to the hotel, which overlooks Monterey Bay. While most
prepared for dinner, several of us jumped back on our
bikes to ride out to Pebble Beach, which was only a
few miles away. It was a terrific way to finish the
day.
The same guys that escorted
us from Santa Cruz all day hosted us for dinner at the
Carmel American Legion. Again, we ate barbecue chicken
and tri-tip like we might not ever get to eat again,
then finished the meal with huge helpings of cheesecake--
so much for me using this ride to get back into my pants.
At dinner, the Carmel Valley Rotary Club made a-- greatly
appreciated-- $500 contribution to the program. We can't
thank the people of Carmel enough for their gracious
support.
Tomorrow is the hardest
day of the week. 100 miles and 8,000 feet of climbing
over Big Sur. I just hope to finish."
The event organizer would
like to thank the American Legion Riders, 28th District
and the American Legion Post 512, Carmel by the Sea
for the dinner.
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BAKERSFIELD, CA - June 23,
2008. The newly elected commander for the American Legion,
28th District, Area 2, Department of CA, MICHAEL RYAN
was installed as the new district commander during a
ceremony held on June 22, 2008. . The installation of
all new district officers was held during the American
Legion Department of California Convention at the Bakersfield
Convention Center.