Photo Gallery | SportTourer Website

On this page, the thumbnails for albums I have placed here link you to galleries of some photos I have selected to showcase memories from various national, regional and local trips/rides of mine.
It is developing a life of its own and will continue to "morph" as I will continue to keep sharing more memories when I sort, select and add more from my vast and continuing to grow library/collection of photos.
So do re-visit from time to time for continuing updates.
……. enjoy.

Spirit of the west
Stopping to "suit up" for a possible rainstorm.
Relics from times gone by.
First "Potty" and coffee break of the trip in George West, TX. at dawn.
Lights, Camera, Action!
Shadow riding.
Typical long drawn out stretch through the West Texas Desert.
Hardy desert plants - Cactus and Sisal
Dramatic view of the Fort Davis mountains.
"Stick - 'em - up" !!
road and riders disappearing into the mountains.
"The Window" of the Chisos Basin.
"Mule Ears" rock formation in Big Bend National Park.
Looking outwards through "The Window" from within the Chisos Basin.

Looking out over the Ouichita National Forest from the Rich Mountain Fire Tower
Taking a break somewhere in the Ouichita National forest
.......... a heart-pounding thrill in anticipation of an elevation dip with a hard bank to the left!
No shortage of help.
Atop Sugar Loaf Mountain, taking in the views.
Setting out. Stress and all!

Exit/farewell sign at the Cowhead Ranch.
Smoke-filled valley.
TX 170 - The River Road. A great road for "Canyon Carving".
Oh Oh!
Aqua-duct, allowing fresh spring water to flow from the mountains towards the town of Balmorhea.
The 82-inch (208.3-cm) Reflecting Telescope in the McDonald Observatory, situated on Mount Locke, designed and built in Cleveland, Ohio by the Warner & Swasey Co. in 1936. "Oldie but Goodie"!
This photo ought to speak for itself.
Just past midday above the Pecos River. Our last group photo of the trip before we started the last leg of our journey back home.
Painting by a local artist, depicting a typical day in the life of cowboys in this area during those times.
Deep in the bowels of the Carlsbad caverns. Largest natural limestone cavern in the western hemisphere.
7 Bucks a gallon. Take it or leave it!
It's hard to believe that Mexico is just beyond this river. The landscape and culture of this region has inspired artists and movie-makers for a long long time.
Horses .................. of a different kind.
Boot Hill!

At the Stonehenge replica just outside of Ingram, TX.
A a a a a a a a a h !
Enjoying the ride on TX FM337.
Riders from CC!
Stagecoach on Main Street in Bandera, Texas.
Best seat on the ride!
"Shotgun". An authentic Texas Longhoen Bull.
Resident Mascot at the Luckenbach, Tx., Post Office.
Luckenbach Post Office/Souvenir Shop.
Breakfast stop in Pleasanton, Tx.

Early morning visit with a farmer in the heartland.
Crossing a historically important trail in the past life of the Old West.
"Tearing across" the wide-open, windy National Grasslands of South Dakota.
....... just like a picture in a frame - with the Mount Rushmore monument in the background.
Downtown central Lebanon, KS.
Pete and his grandson bidding me farewell before the start of my long journey-to-be.
Preparing the new Michelin PR4 GT "shoes" for the trip
From the days before electric starters. Remembering the last time I had to kick-start a bike. It seems like eons ago.
Leaving the Nebraska dawn behind.
Kansas prairie.
The designated Geographical Center of the "Lower 48". The Actual spot lies about 200 yds. (61 m) to the north, on privately owned property.
"Apples and Oranges"
Oblivious to the oncoming storm.
Night Show at Mount Rushmore.
Crazy Horse Memorial Monument. a work in progress.
Stunning scenery!
Early morning, crossing into Wyoming.
Preparing to "cut through" the slowly lifting fog as I "round" the bottom of Lake Michigan.
My "Road Smile"!
Drying out after the rainstorm.
SHOW ME THE MONEY !
My first sighting of the Mt. Rushmore Monument
Avenue Of The Presidents walkway, leading up to the Mt. Rushmore Monument.
Night show at the Monument.
Crazy Horse Memorial Monument currently under construction.
Black Hills Riding.
Up in the Black Hills of South Dakota.
One of the tunnels on The Iron Mountain road in the Black Hills.
Missouri River Crossing.

1936 Mercedes 500-K Phaeton. Just "my kind of car".

Navigational aids past and present - rock formation of old and GPS of new.
Purposefully dug into the hillside, this style of a cool, dark, root cellar served as a storehouse for vegetables and fruits. Smoked and cured meat was hung from the rafters.
Old school, new school!
Great weather, great asphalt, great twisties, great elevation changes, great scenery, great bike - what more could I ask for?
Just can't get away from the rain and its effects!
Pit Stop crew?
Time out for a selfie in Grafton, WV along Highway 50.
Overlooking The Massanutten Range of mountains.
Mountain range after mountain range after mountain range! On a clear day you can see for miles!
One of the many tunnels along the Skyline Drive.
Marker on the Appalachian Trail.
Looking northwards along the Appalachian Trail.
Skyline Drive winding its way arond and through the mountains.
Rain-soaked in Tazewell, VA.
Fog cloud-shrouded mountains in Virginia.
Heading northwards towards the Tail of The Dragon.
Lovely mountain top view over the Little Tennessee River.
Not only feeling tired, but looking tired too!
Steam-powered river boat on the Wolf River, downtown Memphis, TN.
Homeward bound. Last leg of the Journey. Still rainy weather.

Moored fisihng boats in Lubec Harbor.
Time to rise and shine after bedding down for the night by The Bay of Fundy.
the stone sign of the West Quoddy Lighthouse, indicating the easternmost point in the "lower 48" of the U.S.A.
Pete and I having lunch. Great Jamaican diner in New Haven.
Doesn't get much more authentic than this
Battery Park. New York. Visiting the Statue of Liberty.
Lunch in Howell, New Jersey with granddaughter Miims.
Approaching sunset over the Bay of Fundy
Cohill's Inn. My base for the night overlooking the Bay of Fundy.
Lobster fishermen heading out from Bar Harbor to retrieve and set traps.
This photo should speak for itself.
......... and the fog began to roll in.
Bragging Rights!
Looking outwards to the Bay of Fundy from Cohill's Restaurant and Pub.
Road out of Lubec, heading towards the West Quoddy Lighthouse.
A lovely day to go swimming.
Rugged Beauty!
Lovely ride along the Atlantic Coastline
A lovely spot by Fox Lake along Highway 182 in Maine.
......... was really a great excuse to stop for lunch.
Part of Bar Harbor, Maine
Sylvester, Scrappy, Teddy and Big-E.
Pavement lunch.
Connecticut. Alpacas having just returned from their "barber shop". Probably continuing their discussions over a meal at their local diner!
Evening time with its long shadows, catching up with me as I approach Rhode Island.

We had missed each other so much as well.
Early morning fog-shrouded mountains along Interstate 77 in Virginia.
Tender Loving Care.
Maximum cooling underway in the Florida panhandle.
Such a lovely morning just south of Marshall, TX on US 59.
Taking another break off the beaten path.
"Grandpa, I wanna go with you"!
The rain came down with a vengeance.
Arriving at the Texas state line and met with a passing shower of rain.
Early August morning in Ganado, TX
This road did not disappoint!
Dinner Date!
Mr. B and I visiting the neighborhood Golf Course/Club
Makin' small talk whilst "riding out" a rainstorm at a Louisiana gas station.
Early morning departure and farewell. "Buster" and I in Refugio, TX.
Preparing to set off for the day on a lovely Kentucky morning in July.
Atop Mount Santeetlah, over a mile high. Highest pass on the Cherohala Skyway
Aubry and I at the Bald River Falls
First Overlook on the Cherohala. Could not pass by without stopping to admire the view.
Double Selfies are always fun
"When possible........ make a U-Turn"!
A gorgeous setting by the Little River Falls
"Wake up boy, wake up"!
Aubry and I along the Cherohala Skyway
Rehydrating ahead of the last leg home.
................ a great time of joy for all!

"Gettin' Prepped"
Starting Out At The Gateway To The West.
No doubt about it, the route will definitely take us through Monument Valley.
No need for excercise for this crew!
Along Route 66 In Fanning, Missouri.
Nothing Beats Having The Right Tool For The Right Job!
In the footsteps of Lewis and Clark.
Being Rescued!
I Found This Big A** Rocking Chair In Fanning, Missouri
"Right where East meets West"
Storefront Photos Are Always Special
Admiring one of the buildings at the Earthlink compund. Appropriate Technology. Commanded my respect!
Preparing for "twisties" in the upper elevations.
This road did not disapoint!
Snack break just outside of Chama, NM.
Storm clouds a-gathering in NM.
Fiesta Steak Salad diner. Great taste.
Still in the mountains .......... and enjoying every minute of it.
Just had to stop for a while and take in the scenery.
Lovely sundown view from my motel room.
Roadside store/attraction along Route 66.
"Mickey Dee's" can be found everywhere!
The Four corners of Utah, New Mexico, Colorado and Arizona.
On approach to Teec Nos Pos.
Parking lot of Four Corners, in the middle of the desert.
Goin' westwards
Twin Rocks of Bluff, Utah.
Desert highland scenery with a charm all of its own.
Mexican Hat rock formation.
In search of the geographic location.
Bridge crossing the Rio Grande Gorge.
............ up ahead, the Oljato Monuments in the valley.
Such unique and captivating views of the landscape
The Monument Valley part of my teenage dream coming true.
Uncertainty of the threat of rainfall in my face.
No doubt about it, here it comes!
Entering the Kaibab National Forest as the evening approaches rapidly.
Another deep gash in the ground!
Oh my gosh!
Finally living part of my teenage dream
In spirit of being in the west.
Overcast skies at the south rim of the Grand Canyon.
Colors beginning to form as the sun goes down at the Grand Canyon.
Under clearing skies at the Grand Canyon
I concur! Truly the world's greatest outdoor museum.