Chuck I am thrilled to see that you are doing this. This is a great personal and phillanthropic endeavor for you. You are a definite inspiration. Please let me know if you need anything (HR advice, snake bite remedy, Armadillo spray, etc.) I wish you all the best.
Best of luck Chuck! I know you can do it. I’ll be rooting for you. Take it easy in those mountains! Glad to hear that you are doing this and for a wonderful cause. Cool bike to ride too. Wow- shaved legs! You have inspired me to stay with this cycling thing- after all those years commuting to AGE. This year I’m doing the Iowa RAGBRAI ride – but nothing like what you are doing.
Many thanks Larry – we need to go for a ride when I get back. I promise not to forget my shoes, get a speeding ticket or ride away if it thunderstorms!
Hey there Chuck. Been a long time but my memory of you is of a very determined and disciplined guy. (Mostly I remember your weigh lifting and running days.) With those qualities you can’t possibly fail at this. Hope you get to see some awesome stuff along the way and meet some great people. I’ll be watching. Take care.
Hey Brother, I can not begin to tell you how extremely proud I am of you. You are certainly an inspiration. I believe that you will accomplish what you have set out to do. You always were one of those “over achievers”. No really, I’m what, like half your age, and I can’t keep up with you.(lol) Remember when we were kids, and you would race everyone, only you would run backwards… and yet you still won every race!! I will be home cheering you on and watching your journey through your blog. Best of luck to you, although I know how you have prepared so you are ready to undertake this adventure. Stay safe, I love you and see you soon 🙂
Kathy,
Thanks again for thence compliments. Some folks would say that i always was “backwards” . But I can guarantee one thing- I will not be riding the bike backwards!!
Leslie thanks much !! I really appreciate all that you did for me – you were a joy to work with. We need to do a lunch / party when I return!! Say hello to the gang for me!!
Thanks for visiting my blog and all I can say it is an priveledge and an honor to help our veterans. It is a debt that can never be repaid. Many thanks for your kind comments!
Chuck
chuckhardesty 
You go Chuck!!! I’m so proud of you and may God be with you on your journey. Yes, we have to do happy hour once you get back home. Be safe buddy!!!
THanks Linda – I like the HAppy Hour idea. I am proud of you too – you are an inspiration
Chuck I am thrilled to see that you are doing this. This is a great personal and phillanthropic endeavor for you. You are a definite inspiration. Please let me know if you need anything (HR advice, snake bite remedy, Armadillo spray, etc.) I wish you all the best.
As long as you give the advice in a leopard-print pant suit, I will be entertained! LOL
Hmmmmh – Do you have any of dat potted meat?
Good luck, Uncle Chuck!! 😀
Cheers Kaylyn – how is my niece doing?
Best of luck Chuck! I know you can do it. I’ll be rooting for you. Take it easy in those mountains! Glad to hear that you are doing this and for a wonderful cause. Cool bike to ride too. Wow- shaved legs! You have inspired me to stay with this cycling thing- after all those years commuting to AGE. This year I’m doing the Iowa RAGBRAI ride – but nothing like what you are doing.
Many thanks Larry – we need to go for a ride when I get back. I promise not to forget my shoes, get a speeding ticket or ride away if it thunderstorms!
Have a great RIDE~~~ will follow along. Tell me about it when you get back. This is a monumental achievement!
THanks Carol! Will do!
Hey there Chuck. Been a long time but my memory of you is of a very determined and disciplined guy. (Mostly I remember your weigh lifting and running days.) With those qualities you can’t possibly fail at this. Hope you get to see some awesome stuff along the way and meet some great people. I’ll be watching. Take care.
Hi Cheri,
It has been a long time! I decided to take up cycling and swimming as well later on. Many thanks for the nice comments and warm wishes!
Hey Brother, I can not begin to tell you how extremely proud I am of you. You are certainly an inspiration. I believe that you will accomplish what you have set out to do. You always were one of those “over achievers”. No really, I’m what, like half your age, and I can’t keep up with you.(lol) Remember when we were kids, and you would race everyone, only you would run backwards… and yet you still won every race!! I will be home cheering you on and watching your journey through your blog. Best of luck to you, although I know how you have prepared so you are ready to undertake this adventure. Stay safe, I love you and see you soon 🙂
Kathy,
Thanks again for thence compliments. Some folks would say that i always was “backwards” . But I can guarantee one thing- I will not be riding the bike backwards!!
Good to know.
Good Luck, Chuck!!!
Chuck! Chuck! Chuck! What an amazing adventure! Good luck and have a great time!
Leslie thanks much !! I really appreciate all that you did for me – you were a joy to work with. We need to do a lunch / party when I return!! Say hello to the gang for me!!
Keep it up, Chuck. Thanks for helping out the Wounded Warrior Project.
Thanks for visiting my blog and all I can say it is an priveledge and an honor to help our veterans. It is a debt that can never be repaid. Many thanks for your kind comments!
Chuck
Go Chuck Go!! What a fantastic adventure!
Thanks Judy – hope that you are doing well!