Joys of the Road

Second time in 10 years that the Siskiyou Mountains on I5 south in S. Oregon has gotten the best of me. About 7 years ago I blew a transmission. Today, at literally the exact same place, I felt the drive train come apart under me as I ascended the mtn with F350, 22' enclosed trailer, and Truck Camper all depending on it.

I had seconds to slide over to the shoulder. Then the fun started. For some reason my parking brake was also fried. This meant that I had to sit in my car with both feet on the brake and phone for help. Thanks to the State Patrol Officer that arrived to help "block" the tires. Forty minutes later the super sized tow truck was there. I love AAA RV Plus Plan!!!!

They towed me up the pass and then turned around and descended back to Medford OR to Crater Lake Ford. I was reminded by Crater Lake Ford that there are still some folks out there that truly practice the art of customer service. Totally awesome. One thing led to another and the White F350 that has been with me for 218,000 miles was traded for a slightly used F450. Bigger!!!!!

The irony of what it takes to promote human powered craft all over the west.

Pic taken from below the truck on the side of I5

Stohlquist Descent PFD and Add -a Buoy

Descent $199.95
Stohlquist's newest rescue pfd features so many new design elements from Stohlquist:

• Wrapture Foam--the ultra soft foam has been cut pre-curved to fit your body. The jacket molds right to your body even before tightening down the signature cross chest "cinch strap".
• Contoured and Reinforced Nail Cloth Shoulders: The shoulders curve away from the neck to avoid unwanted contact. Free floating with counter suspension secures the jacket against the body.
• Self-Centering 1 1/2" black oxidized stainless O-Ring
• High Capacity, self expanding front pocket will fit camera, Stohlquist Bullet Bag Throwbags or added bouyancy Add-a Buoy (see below).
  
• Ventilated lumber pad
• Gripp-Loc rubberized surface interior non-slip panel for zero ride up.
  

Stohlquist Add-A-Buoy $24.95

• Increases "face-up" tendency and adds floatation in rough conditions.
• Can also improve fit of the Descent.

Stohlquist Bullet Bags Sea Tow $54.95 WW Bullet Bag $49.95

WW Bullet Bag