Epilog

It is now 4 days after our return to civilization. Wow, it is still not sinking in that we have finished riding all the United States, and virtually all of Canada. The biggest adjustment is dealing with the number of cars and people as we have been living on the bikes in mainly remote areas for 22 days. Both Tim and I agree we are experiencing sensory overload, our brains are still processing all the input (views of Gods creation, road experiences, ministry experiences and so forth). Our trip story is not yet in a form we can effectively communicate. I am back at work and very fatigued. Both Tim and I feel a physical and emotional tiredness. But, there is a great underlying feeling of accomplishment of the mission and the ride. My reflections will undoubtedly change over time, but for now, I would say the most significant lesson learned or should I say principal understanding, would be the power of prayer. We had 2-3 times the number of people praying for us this trip, and our ministry production was 2-3 times greater than past missions. However you look at it, something was different about us, and the mission field in which we were working, and the only identifiable difference was “more prayer”.

We serve an awesome God whose love for us is beyond our human ability to understand. He has a wonderful plan for us, we need only to invite Him to live in our hearts and choose His way, desire His plan and peace of spirit will follow: Peace that passes our understanding. Church is and can be a good thing, but it is a personal relationship with Christ (Jesus in our hearts) that brings this result. Read His word to grow in your understanding of Him and what He would have you do.

All glory and praise be to God who loved us when we were/are unlovable.

A special Note:
Thanks to Rod (Chappy) for his friendship, brotherhood, and partnership. We wanted him on the road with us, but understand God had planned for him to support from Addison on this project. I must clearly say without his efforts in planning and logistics, the mission would not have been all it has proved to be. God Bless you Chappy!

10,000 mile Mission Alaska, Stats;

Mission
Estimated People contacted 22 days x 16 people = 352people (More than twice our best average up till now)

Gospel materials delivered:
150 Road Hawg Music cards
60 “Songs from the Seat” CD’s
175 Wanted Jesus tracts
100 Chaplaincy contact/ tract cards
5 bracelets
1 bible

Actual Travel
8160 Harley-Davidson miles
504 Jeep Miles
800 Ship ferry Miles (est)
9464 total miles covered
9 U.S. States
4 Canadian Provinces

Equipment notes

1. The fully serviced and maintained Harley-Davidson Ultra-Classics performed well and was an excellent vehicle choice for what we intended to do.
2. The Oil change/service appointment at our 4500-mile halfway point worked well. House of Harley in Anchorage was ready for us and this went smooth.
3. Gas was available on all roads; no additional gas cans were required.
4. The lower octane gas used when necessary had no particular ill effects on the equipment, Note: 91+ octane is always the best choice for these engines.
5. We had no flat tires, but were equipped with repair kits and pumps. I will get a full 10,000 miles out of the new 09-rear tire, 50% more miles than my experience with the pre-09 ultra rear tires.
6. The extra drive belt took no room and though unused, was additional security.
7. Top quality apparel, waterproof boots, good leather and electrics made for a most comfortable ride in all conditions.
8. The Hydro pack/collapsible cooler set up made riding in 105 temperatures possible.
9. There were plenty of rooms along the way, and camping gear was used in Sturgis. Having the light camping gear was a wonderful security net for all our travel.
10. Key to better stability is do not over pack, remember woolite and mail your souvenirs home.
11. IPod was a great accessory as regular and satellite radio are mainly out of reach in the far north of Canada.
12. 100% deet was handy.