Vincents Across America Launched

 The start of Day 1.  The crew had all 8 Vincents lined up and ready.  

After a brief riders meeting we were underway.  From Maine we were soon in New Hampshire on beautiful, newly paved twisty roads through White Mountains.  We stopped in New Boston, close to Alex Noftsger's old stomping grounds.  

In Massachusetts, the roads were much the same through the Berkshires.  The weather changed to decidedly chilly with clouds threatening rain.  All the bikes reached the destination, Pittsfield, Ma.  Richard and I got separated and had done s different ride than the main group.  We arrived 40 minutes ahead of them to find the crew was already set up with tents tables, and bike stands.  They descended on my Rapide while Richard and I opened a bottle of wine to celebrate this first victory.   

The rain finally arrived just as the main group pulled in.  Ryan had already checked us all into the Holiday Inn and placed our bags in the hotel.  Incredible.  Everything was laid out for us.  After a freshening up in the rooms, the party began in earnest.

Me, a helpful barmaid, Greg McBride, Ian Blake, and Helen Jones (Ian and Helen proudly from Wales).  We were all seated at a table for 20 and enjoyed great food and company.

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