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Ron called to say he was finally back! He now has coms! He was planning to get assistance in the morning to get photos posted off to us.   He cycled 170 kilometers – and he said it was incredibly tough – hard rain and strong winds plus one broken spoke on back wheel –… Continue reading Incredibly Tough

Ron has moved up to Las Vegas, and will be there until Thursday, when he flies to New York. Here are some photos that he wanted to share with you all. He has been exploring around and about Las Vegas.   Ron wants to thank all of you for your words of support, both through… Continue reading In Las Vegas

Huge relief – spoke to Ron and he sounded a lot better – he was in a pretty bad place yesterday and had a tough time. He broke 4 spokes in his wheel and could not get help from anyone – he tried to wave down some passing trucks but I guess it’s the world… Continue reading Huge Relief

I am starting my journey to the mountains. I will ride some of the way on my bike, then do some of it on horseback, then walk. I will be out of comms for 3 or 4 days, so won’t be able to update on my trip. But look out for my blog in a… Continue reading Going to the Mountains

It seems that poor Ron is once again out of coms! He tried to send some photos from Port Lincoln but they did not come through – so not sure what the glitch was. Very disappointing. plus a very bad choice of contract or whatever system he had but anyway, he once again called from… Continue reading Extremely Tough Ride

You can help me reach my goal!   I have set up Zapper whereby I can receive donations and funding in easy and safe manner. If you want to contribute, all you have to do is download Zapper on your cellphone, scan the image below, and follow the steps on your phone.   You can… Continue reading Donations

‘I had a call from Ron today – he was about to go to sleep in his tent in a fairly organized campsite in Penong. He had pitched his tent under a covered area – he was looking forward to a ‘dry’ night as he had water dripping on his head most of the previous… Continue reading Camping-out!

Ron is back, safe and sound, after a long plane trip home. He says he looking at new adventures, and projects, while reflecting on his time in the USA. His 600km trip has given him lots to think about!   The Stray Dog will ride again soon, we will keep you posted! For those in… Continue reading Back home safe and sound

I’ve arrived safely. I landed here in smog. The roads are unbelievably busy, with a heavy smell of fumes. I’m finding it difficult to communicate with the locals, but I will persevere!

Arrived in Balladonian and will have the privilege of sleeping in a bed tonight as im very sore. The last couple of towns I have journeyed through are smaller than a “one horse town”, presume the last horse left years ago ! Over the last couple days I have completed a mileage of 100km and… Continue reading Arrived in Balladonian