Antelope by Moonlight: 2017 Edition
Each year, under the light of July's full moon, several hundreds of crazies line up to ride around Antelope Island in the dark. I've done this ride several times with my sister Mary and various friends and family members and it always promises a good time. This is one occasion that Phil lets out his old Ford pick-up truck--the annual hauling of the bikes out to the island. Mary, Anni, and I had the high honor of driving in the pick-up truck. We drove out on the causeway just as the sun was setting. All of that lovely valley pollution makes for amazing sunsets. A massive pre-ride influx of sugar from an emergency Maverick stop fueled the excitement. I have always loved the Great Salt Lake and Antelope Island. No matter how many times I visit, I am always struck by the many faces of this place. Each trip is unique. Surreal environs. The team consisted of Mary and her three oldest (Gretha, Anni. and Piet), Kim Goebel, and Don and Carlynn Pay...