Day 9 – Welcome to the USA!
When I unwrapped my ankle, however, I was a little concerned to find that the ankle had disappeared into a swollen foot and to see that it had turned red, purple, and blue.
Day 8 – I’m not alone!
Today’s goal was to get across the border and into Eureka, MT, for a rest day. Unfortunately, progress was abruptly...
Day 7 – Are peanuts really nuts?
“Is a peanut really a nut? I mean, they grow underground off of little plants, not in trees. Ooh, cashew!...
Day 6 – Return to the Dirt
On the dirt road, I began climbing up to Flathead Pass. I needed to fill up on water, but when...
Day 5 – Sunshine! and wind
My first sunny day!! The rain clouds cleared out this morning to reveal glistening white mountain tops. Unfortunately, or fortunately,...
Day 4 – Washed Out
Today started off pleasant enough – overcast and chilly. As I took my time breaking camp, it started to sprinkle....
Day 3 – First Divide Crossing
Before I left, my friends gave me a pack of ‘Unicycle’ cards on which they’d written notes and inspirational comments....
Day 2 – Mechanical
Today, I had my first mechanical failure. Both of the tent poles that I use to help mount extra gear to the unicycle snapped. I was worried they would break, but I thought...
Day 1 – Grand Depart
The first day! I started on my crazy journey this morning around 8:55 AM. My first attempt to mount the uni failed...