The City of New York

Long live the World Trade – Jay-Z So they did eat, and were filled … – The gospel of Mark All right, Coney Island. Ok, you can take the B or the F and switch for the N at Broadway Lafayette, or you can go over the bridge to DeKalb and catch the Q to […]

History and a hot shave.

The East is rich with American history, especially between Monticello (Jefferson’s estate) and Gettysburg. Lucky for me, my wonderful parents decided to fly out to D.C. for a week to join me for a rendezvous with history. Monticello: Jefferson’s estate. Did you know that all of Jefferson’s cooks were trained in the art of French […]

A list of frequently asked questions

Question: How many miles do you ride per day? Answer: about 60. Question: what do you eat? Answer: food. Question: what is the scariest thing that has happened to you? Answer: I was chased by five wiener dogs. At the same time. Question: do you ever get lonely? Answer: yes. Question: do you ever get […]

The picture.

I thought this picture deserved its very own blog. Sincerely, Jacob Publicover

South by South East

Weeks ago Cool rivers in Austin Distilled the sounds of south by south west A bike box Trains and purple lights under bridges Tracks rolling to New Orleans The dearest family They shared their hotel room And the streets of chaos Gators love marshmallows Brown moccasins are aggressive People in cars can be too Waiting […]

Two Time Zones and a Realization Later. . .

Setting off from Phoenix, I knew I would lose my riding buddy Drew within the next few days. Although this process was lengthy – I believe we officially said goodbye three or four times — with each departure my heart would grow a little weaker. The cactus in the front yard of Vernon’s house was extra […]

Stories from California and Arizona, Thus Far: By Jacob Publicover

California is a great state to travel in if you don’t mind all of the people. The views of the ocean are fantastic and the hospitality from friends and family is always appreciated. Riding into San Luis Obispo, a friend joined us. Guy riding with us to SLO (he is a friend): “Do you think […]