LifeCycles ADK 2024 Ride

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July 27, 2024
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- Day 1
- Saturday, July 27, 2024 at 6:09 AM
- ☀️ 16 °C
- Altitude: 105 m
- United States Lancaster Junction 40.119603, -76.40188740°7’11” N 76°24’7” W
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We are off and on our way
July 27, 2024 in the United States ⋅ ☀️ 16 °C
We met at CFC at 7 am and were off by 7:30
7 Leaders and 8 young men excited for an 8 day adventure to begin.

We are driving to Tunkhannock, Pa to start riding for a 40+ mile day.

We are thankful for a beautiful day and great attitudes.
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Traveler I brought my “mix tape” along. The boys are not familiar with what a cassette tape is.
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Roger......I love the Finding Penguins site. I discovered about a year ago. It is easy to update, free, and beautifully designed. I love adding a video at the end of each post. Nice job. [Dale Johnson]
7/29/24Reply
TravelerDale, thanks for the kind words. I followed your lead. I never heard of this site and it works well for our team. The only challenge is that we have two people posting to one account that is in my name (Me and Rob). Thanks for all your help and support of the Niagara Falls ride! To God be the glory!
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- Day 1
- Saturday, July 27, 2024 at 11:24 AM
- ☀️ 24 °C
- Altitude: 201 m
- United States Tunkhannock Creek 41.534803, -75.94793741°32’5” N 75°56’53” W
Day 1 Complete - very thankful
July 27, 2024 in the United States ⋅ ☀️ 24 °C
We finished our first day.
It was a very good and safe day with only 1 flat that occurred right at a rest stop. PTL

The boys and leaders worked hard to finish the route. Piotr did a great job leading most of the day.

We enjoyed dinner at Dennys that had good food but we really stretched the kitchen which took a long time until everyone got served and our young men were very patient.

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Way to go, team! [Lee]
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Thankful for your good day [Jul]
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- Day 1
- Saturday, July 27, 2024 at 4:02 PM
- ☁️ 33 °C
- Altitude: 14 m
- United States Lake Apopka 28.6344, -81.622128°38’4” N 81°37’20” W
Day 1: Along the way
July 27, 2024 in the United States ⋅ ☁️ 33 °C
Launching from Tunkhannock WalMart
Lunch at the Nicholson Viaduct
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- Day 2
- Sunday, July 28, 2024 at 8:21 AM
- ⛅ 18 °C
- Altitude: 465 m
- United States Tyler Airport 41.8242, -75.68461741°49’27” N 75°41’5” W
Lifecycles Day2 ADK - Smiling Puppies
July 28, 2024 in the United States ⋅ ⛅ 18 °C
We are off! All the boys had matching “Smiling Puppy” socks.

I had three flats on my back tire. Trying a new tire….

Amazingly beautiful riding on quiet roads.
Just crossed the NY line.
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- Day 2
- Sunday, July 28, 2024 at 12:49 PM
- ☁️ 26 °C
- Altitude: 300 m
- United States Landers Creek 42.237197, -75.49340842°14’14” N 75°29’36” W
End of Day2 - Ice Cream and Praising God
July 28, 2024 in the United States ⋅ ☁️ 26 °C
We finished day 2 and are praising God for his wonderful creation, His word and many things.

We went for dinner then for ice cream. Then Mike shared the devotions. We each read a verse and shared at least one thing we are thankful for. It was a special time and the Holy Spirit blessed our time together.

Some of the team rested, some went shopping and played games.

We are very thankful and looking forward to about 53 miles tomorrow.
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- Day 2
- Sunday, July 28, 2024 at 1:49 PM
- ☀️ 30 °C
- Altitude: 196 m
- United States Carpathia Park 42.5686, -83.06680342°34’7” N 83°4’0” W
Day 2: tubes, tires and tea
July 28, 2024 in the United States ⋅ ☀️ 30 °C
Four flats
One new tire
Starruca Viaduct
New York State line
Sweet Tea to cap off the ride
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- Day 3
- Monday, July 29, 2024 at 8:19 AM
- ☁️ 18 °C
- Altitude: 311 m
- United States Sidney Municipal Airport 42.298345, -75.40953842°17’54” N 75°24’34” W
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ADK Day3 Starting well & rolling strong
July 29, 2024 in the United States ⋅ ☁️ 18 °C
The day is overcast and great riding weather.
30+ miles in!
Moses enjoyed left over pizza. The breakfast of champions.
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Traveler Love the “interviews!”
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Traveler Looking strong!
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TravelerWe are very thankful for the hard work of the young men. Their comradery is very encouraging.
7/31/24Reply
Love this! [Missy Kalicicki]
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- Day 3
- Monday, July 29, 2024 at 11:24 AM
- ☀️ 24 °C
- Altitude: 352 m
- United States Portlandville 42.529603, -74.97508842°31’47” N 74°58’30” W
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ADK End of Day3 - Great conversations
July 29, 2024 in the United States ⋅ ☀️ 24 °C
We finished well. The boys could swim in Otsego Lake when we finished and as we waited for our rooms. Then we went for dinner at an amazing Lake Side restaurant.

After we ate Mike led us in a strong devotional discussing the Impossible Task that Christ sent us on as His followers. But we are not alone, we have the Holy Spirit to guide us.

Then visited the Headwaters of the Susquehanna that start right here in Cooperstown, NY.

My Flat update lol: after two more flats we continue to investigate the cause and make adjustments. Hopefully find an open bike shop tomorrow.

The boys are tired but looking forward to more fun riding tomorrow.
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Traveler Oh no, not another flat for Roger?!
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- Day 3
- Monday, July 29, 2024 at 8:48 PM
- ☁️ 24 °C
- Altitude: 36 m
- United States Academy Park 42.6517, -73.755942°39’6” N 73°45’21” W
Water water
July 29, 2024 in the United States ⋅ ☁️ 24 °C
Otsego is the head waters of the Susquehanna
Guys swimming and relaxing at Otsego Lake-10 miles long
Cooperstown -baseball hall of fame is at the bottom end of the lake.
Lunch at a bike shop. Unfortunately they were closed.
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TravelerLooks like such a peaceful place!
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- Day 4
- Tuesday, July 30, 2024 at 8:05 AM
- ☀️ 21 °C
- Altitude: 383 m
- United States Sixmile Point 42.777378, -74.90043642°46’39” N 74°54’2” W
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ADK Day4 - Climb every mountain
July 30, 2024 in the United States ⋅ ☀️ 21 °C
We had a beautiful ride today.
We had lots of climbing.

I drove SAG so Rob could ride the first 25 miles.

It was a NO FLAT day! PTL
I took my bike wheel to a local bike shop and purchased a new tire and a few extra tubes.

It was a beautiful day with some sun and shade.

We traveled through Ephratah, NY!

After the lunch stop we needed to detour to our hotel. Some of the men did a laundry mat run.

When we arrived at the hotel we enjoyed some ice cream and watermelon.

We are leaving for dinner soon. Many of the boys are tired but always respectful and kind.
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Traveler Looks like a deal to me!
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Traveler That is my kind of spread!
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TravelerNancy, we stopped at this bulk food store and she was from Bird-in-Hand! LOL
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- Day 4
- Tuesday, July 30, 2024 at 9:44 PM
- 🌙 26 °C
- Altitude: 92 m
- United States Colonie 42.723, -73.81770342°43’23” N 73°49’4” W
Sunrise, sunburn & lost laundry
July 30, 2024 in the United States ⋅ 🌙 26 °C
Sunrising over Otsego Lake
Some boys are sporting some handsome tan lines
We did lots of laundry at the laundromat I’m sure they will claim their clothes eventually!
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- Day 5
- Wednesday, July 31, 2024 at 10:23 AM
- ☁️ 22 °C
- Altitude: 511 m
- United States Shanty Brook 43.285477, -74.55359643°17’8” N 74°33’13” W
ADK Day 5 ride in the books!
July 31, 2024 in the United States ⋅ ☁️ 22 °C
We had a great safe ride about 25% in the rain. Some light and some heavy. All wonderful!

Bill had a flat which was his first in years and on a tube that already had two patches!

The boys did a great job riding on beautiful and mostly smooth roads.

Everyone is enjoying the rain shower that arrived after we did to our hotel. We are in the woods with no cell service along Indian Lake.

Devotions at 5:10 pm then off to dinner at a local restaurant.

So thankful!
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- Day 5
- Wednesday, July 31, 2024 at 2:29 PM
- 🌩️ 25 °C
- Altitude: 261 m
- United States Darling Field (historical)43.064201, -74.33443°3’51” N 74°20’2” W
Drips, drops and more rain
July 31, 2024 in the United States ⋅ 🌩️ 25 °C
Cloudy start some light rain followed by a spot of sun and dried out nicely. Finally someone besides Roger got a flat. Then some rain during our lunch stop- sheltered in the trailer and under cardboard. It was then reasonably dry and 30 minutes after arriving at hotel it was pouring! Thank you God for holding off the rain! Picture of lodge living room.
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- Day 6
- Thursday, August 1, 2024 at 6:46 AM
- ☀️ 18 °C
- Altitude: 558 m
- United States Lowrence Brook 43.723513, -74.31186743°43’25” N 74°18’43” W
ADK Day6 - Eggs, hills and more hills
August 1, 2024 in the United States ⋅ ☀️ 18 °C
What a great day.
Started with Rob and Mike making breakfast of eggs, toast, bacon, etc.

Every morning Bill hands out a “pop up card” with a verse inside to encourage each of us. Today a number read their verses before we departed.

Then we were on the road looking for some hills / mountains to climb.
Today was our longest and most ascending climb yet.

All arrived safely. One tire was shot and needed to be replaced.

We are staying in an old hotel. Should be a unique experience. The boys did well today and worked hard. It was sunny with some headwind.

We are all looking forward to dinner.
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TravelerLove all your photos! What a breakfast!🍳
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- Day 6
- Thursday, August 1, 2024 at 3:28 PM
- ☀️ 33 °C
- Altitude: 16 m
- United States Sternberg Park 40.706402, -73.94730440°42’23” N 73°56’50” W
Relaxing on the balcony
August 1, 2024 in the United States ⋅ ☀️ 33 °C
Leaders relaxed on the porch, many boys still had energy and went swimming at the beach. It was a longer day with some amazing descents. Of course to get those there was a little bit of climbing. Partway of the climb we saw this signpost for York PA! We had one tire wear out and need replaced, otherwise a smooth day. The hotel is a 3 story ramshackle old building with lots of character right on the lake. From the porch we can see the boys swimming, float planes landing/taking off and boats going by.
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- Day 6
- Thursday, August 1, 2024 at 4:47 PM
- ☀️ 27 °C
- Altitude: 498 m
- United States Long Lake-Helms Seaplane Base 43.974266, -74.42140243°58’27” N 74°25’17” W
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ADK End of day 6 - Great food
August 1, 2024 in the United States ⋅ ☀️ 27 °C
We were thankful to finish another day with great food and God inspired connections.

Mike, Piotr and Adam connected with the owner of the General Store across the street. He was very encouraged, they prayed with “David” and then he handed them a check as a donation to LifeCycles.

Then we went for dinner at Chef Darrell’s Mountain Diner. Chef Darrell did a great job and we sat on his deck and were able to pray with and for him and his business. (Another God appointed connection)

Mike shared during devotions regarding God appointed meetings.

Now to bed and onward to our second to last day.

We are so thankful for your prayers and encouragement.
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Traveler A photo of Dave and myself.
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Traveler Chef Darrell in the back. He made us laugh.
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- Day 7
- Friday, August 2, 2024 at 8:12 AM
- ☁️ 20 °C
- Altitude: 493 m
- United States Long Lake-Helms Seaplane Base 43.97403, -74.42283743°58’27” N 74°25’22” W
ADK Day7 riding in the books
August 2, 2024 in the United States ⋅ ☁️ 20 °C
We all enjoyed a great night sleep and we were packed and ready to roll by 8 am. We had a last minute flat change on a leaders bike and a tire change on a boys bike.

We had 43 miles with moderate climbing. The boys were extremely strong today. We didn’t even stop for lunch. We had some SAG water fill up and snack stops along the way.

We arrived at Saranac Lake and enjoyed lunch by the trailer of PB&J, watermelon and cantaloupe.

We waited for check in and Pete Dimmig who is a great friend of the ministry, the DeRemers and many of the leaders. Pete and Marian lived in Elizabethtown and attended church with Lee and Marcie. Our kids went to KMS with Pete’s boys. Pete came with his boat and gave three groups a tour of the lake and allowed the boys to swim in Saranac Lake

We are planning on spending the afternoon and dinner with Pete.

We had another safe, beautiful day.

The boys are preparing mentally for tomorrow’s ride up White Face Mountain. It will be a very challenging ride.

Then after we ride up the mountain we will take photos at the top and ride down the mountain. Eat a quick lunch / snack and leave for home in wet, smelly clothes. Lol

Please be in prayer for safe riding, endurance, encouragement.

Then Lord willing we load up and drive home.
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- Day 7
- Friday, August 2, 2024 at 6:51 PM
- ☁️ 25 °C
- Altitude: 499 m
- United States Wolf Pond 44.298733, -74.07662244°17’55” N 74°4’36” W
Day8 The Climb, packing, changing ..
August 2, 2024 in the United States ⋅ ☁️ 25 °C
Last evening we enjoyed a tour on Pete’s boat then we had a great meal last evening at Tail O the Pup. Pete and Marian Dimmig our ministry friends joined us.

Mike closed the week with a great devotional on being a mentor and working with a mentor.

The motel was nice and we all had a good nights sleep.

We had breakfast of yogurt, bananas and muffins and we were off riding by 7 am. We rode about 11 miles to the base of White Face Mountain. Filled our water and snacks and we were rolling up the mountain. It is about a 5 mile, 3k foot climb and average incline of 8%

EVERYONE finished the climb including Rob. Rob drives our van as our SAG (support after group) driver. He drove the van to the top and rode down. Then he turned around and rode the whole way to the top. It was a very impressive endeavor.

We hiked up the stone rocks to the peak.
Then rode down very fast!

We completed the week of riding with no crashes! PTL.

Then we ate quick, changed out of our sweaty cloths and hung up the bikes and packed the trailer. The cold cantaloupe was refreshing.

We left about noon for home. The van is full, the boys and leaders are thankful and tired.

Thanks for all your prayer support. For 100% of the boys and leaders to arrive at the top of white face is a big deal.

We are praising God for a good week.
We hope to arrive home about 9 to 10 pm
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What an incredible journey!! Thank you to the leaders for your service and dedication. Here's to the guys for a job well done! The bonding and brotherhood you built is so important. Your energy and encouragement towards one another was so apparent. Congratulations to all!! [Gpa G]
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TravelerThe leadership team on this ride was superb! How blessed are the boys to have such fantastic mentors - as bikers and in faith and life. So proud of all of you!
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- Day 7
- Friday, August 2, 2024 at 7:51 PM
- ☁️ 23 °C
- Altitude: 528 m
- United States Lake Placid 44.277401, -73.98380344°16’39” N 73°59’2” W
Booking it, boats and BBQ!
August 2, 2024 in the United States ⋅ ☁️ 23 °C
It was a very foggy morning, fun watching the mist clear over the lake. The guys were flying today! Their legs may be tired, but are strong as they pushed higher mph averages. We arrived by 11:30 today, the first time we finished before 1! Roger sliced up some juicy watermelon and cantaloupe! We were hoping to arrive early as a friend of LifeCycles-Pete and Marian Dimmig live at Lake Saranac and Pete gave tours in his boat around the lake and allowed the boys to do some swimming. Then we went to the Lake Placid ski jump facility, wow! I’ve got a much greater appreciation for ski jumping now. Finally Pete took us to a BBQ place, tasty! We finished our night with devotions on the topic of iron sharpening iron.
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- Day 8
- Saturday, August 3, 2024 at 7:00 PM
- ☁️ 26 °C
- Altitude: 239 m
- United States Downtown Chalotte 35.229599, -80.84300235°13’47” N 80°50’35” W
The big van ride!
August 3, 2024 in the United States ⋅ ☁️ 26 °C
We all made it up Whitefaces fog shrouded mountain peak- unfortunately no great views but the completion of a safe ride week. Surprising balmy at the top no chilling temps like last year. Sadly our week is drawing to a close. It is about 7.5 hrs and 444 miles in the rain which was the only serious rain of the trip.
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- Day 10
- Monday, August 5, 2024 at 7:39 AM
- ☀️ 22 °C
- Altitude: 175 m
- United States Victory Field 39.766102, -86.173539°45’58” N 86°10’25” W
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August 5, 2024 in the United States ⋅ ☀️ 22 °C
I pray everyone is rested up. A view from the top 2023 since visibility wasn’t great.

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Trip end
August 3, 2024