July 28, 2003 - Bangor, ME

Forecast: 83 degrees

Road Condition: Good I-95N to through New Hampshire and through Augusta, ME to State Route 3 to Bangor, ME

Fuel: Super Unleaded $1.69

Miles Traveled: Sharon, Massachusetts to Bangor, Maine: 275 (Total 7,272)

Bike Update: Running good but n Bangor will need a service and JillMarie needs a back tire

Road Trip Log Update: We woke up to great weather and headed out on I–95 for Bangor. The road for the most part, was smooth with minimal construction. We passed Boston and Tim had to take a break so he could say he ate a Boston Crème in Massachusetts. As we headed North the city began to disappear and the tolls began when we entered New Hampshire. The fees were only fifty cents or a dollar, which was pretty reasonable for the 20-40 miles we traveled. Along the way we began to see more motorcycles out enjoying the day. The roads and scenery in this area are perfect for riding and we were told the winters are harsh so when the days are good everyone gets their bikes out. On one of our stops we met Marc who rode a Triumph with custom plates that read “Burrrrp” He also had suction cup bunny ears stuck on his helmet which he sad where there just for fun. We’ve met a lot of characters on bikes on this trip but Marc was definitely the most creative. After traveling 150 miles on I–95 and seeing the warning signs for moose we decided to take a change of scenery by taking State Route 3 towards the coast. There was so much to look at and the winding roads were a blast to ride. We were having so much fun riding that we realized as the sun was gong down that we had missed the opportunity to take pictures. We could spend a weeklong road trip on bikes n Maine with a camera. It’s hard to believe we are at the 3rd corner of this trip.

Ironman gets his Boston Crème in Massachusetts	Marc, the BURRRRPing Bunny
Lakeside cabin in Maine
Watching for Moose
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