Best town name of the trip so far: Truth or Consequences, NM

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Homeland security...New Mexico style.

I feel safer having seen this.

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DJ Jay keeping it live. A nice transition from Joy Division to Kanye. It worked.

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Signs recently seen in New Mexico:

Dust storms may exist. Next 10 miles.
ZERO visibility possible
DO NOT stop in travel lanes.

Good to know.

/end

Ted Barbeau
413.348.5501
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Just crossed the New Mexico border. "The Land of Enchantment." We'll see...

Ted Barbeau
413.348.5501
@tedbarbeau

Sent from my [eye] phone.

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Jay and I just saw real live tumbleweeds. Jay didn't thinkthey actually existed.

Ted Barbeau
413.348.5501
@tedbarbeau

Sent from my [eye] phone.

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Just passed through Tombstone, Arizona. Niiiiiiice.

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I can count the number of foreign cars in the Southwest on one hand.

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When flying is actually an enjoyable experience...

Ticket to San Francisco: $239.00
GoGo onboard wireless connection: $12.95
January issue of Bicycling magazine: $4.99
Having the middle seat completely wide open on a 6-hour flight: Priceless

I have a few initial thoughts as I make my way across the country towards San Fran.  

First, when flying in a plane equipped with a wireless internet provider, simply pay the $12.95 and get on with it.  You're probably willing to pay $10+ for two mindless magazines at Hudson that you'll breeze through in 30 minutes, why not treat yourself to the opportunity to check email (caveat: if you think of flights as a respite from email, disregard).  

Second, when choosing a carrier, definitely put Virgin America on your list.  Although Virgin, the mega-conglomerate, is only a minority owner (foreign entities can't own more than 25% of an American Airline), their personality dripping throughout the cabin.  From purple mood-lighting to cheeky safety videos, this has Branson's stamp all over it.  Cheap flights, great service, better food, and individual touch screens at each seat is a great way to fly.

Lastly, bring one or two DVDs with you, and download a few podcast on iTunes.  I just finished my first of two Netlix'ed DVDs and couldn't be happier about it.  We're 4 hours into the flight and it's going by quickly.  Next up are some BS Reports with Bill Simmons.  

I'll be in San Fran in no time...

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Building the Team RadioShack Trek Madone

I sure like bikes.  But not as much as I like seeing them built.

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