And so we have finished the Route 66 pilgrimage making it into Chicago and having ridden over 4000 kms. There is definitely a feeling of achievement but mixed with a little melancholy at an adventure left behind. A big pat for the little beast that has carried me all this way, so happy with her performance.

The great people we have met, the amazing indescribable scenes, the slow destruction of an amazing history versus the hopes and dreams of those who are working to preserve and restore. Wow it was epic. Would I recommend it - in a heartbeat. Would I do it again - you bet.

Next.

Well we have only completed the first section of our trip. So it time to shrug off any remnants of melancholy and go West across the top to see exactly what someone can do with a mountain and a chisel.

And yes I will get on to catching up with photos...