A few days ago, I gave you a taste of the motorcycle scene here in Oaxaca, at least those that are pressed into workaday service. Today we look at scooters here in Oaxaca, a species perhaps even more numerous than …
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Day 7 — In Which There Are Very Old Churches
Well, there we were, on vacation, taking a couple of days off for fireworks and parades. But that’s all over and only the confetti and red, white, and green bunting are left. So it was time to get moving again. Out …
Read MoreOaxaca Day 3: the utility motorcycles
There are a lot of motorcycles in Oaxaca, and the vast majority are working motorcycles, not recreational rides. Here are a few of the bikes I spotted today, including a few brands you probably haven’t seen in the US. Every manufacturer …
Read MoreDay 3 — Marching Bands and Plants
Oof. It was late last night and I posted this entry to the wrong blog. So here it is about 12 hours late. For breakfast this morning we had marching bands. One of the largest of the local high schools had their …
Read MoreOaxaca, Day 2: Parque Paseo Juarez de Llano
Today was much more energetic than yesterday, we decided to walk up to Juarez Parque, on the other side of central Oaxaca. According to lara’s little pedometer, we walked 6 miles today. On the way, we found a wonderful little coffee …
Read MoreDay 2 — In Which I Resist Words
So… all you get today are pictures. Jim’s observations for today.
Read MoreSeptember trip to Oaxaca, Mexico
Well, yes, strictly speaking it isn’t a motorcycle trip. But this is my picture blog, so you get my Mexico trip here too! enjoy! We travelled yesterday (up at 5am, finally here at the casa at around 8pm our time), so …
Read MoreDay 1 — In Which We Slack
The first day here in Oaxaca is always a little slow. I’ve been beaten up by the airlines, the altitude change is more than 5000 ft, and there’s the necessary trips for supplies (beer.) Leading to not doing much. A brief afternoon …
Read More19 years and counting — in Winthrop
Last weekend J and I spend a few days “away” in Winthrop WA. It was a nice chance to relax and spend some down time with each other. Friday afternoon was hot and dry when we left Seattle. The long route …
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