But I'm leaving on a bike, not a jet plane. Today, I begin the great American bicycle adventure. My first stop is in Princeton, MA with the parents of an old friend. The distance will be about 40-50 miles. I did a test pack yesterday and rode my bike around for some final trouble shooting. After raising the seat post and making some minor adjustments to the brake pads and derailleur cables, I am all ready to go. I will undoubtedly continue to make adjustments as my trip progresses, but I am now as ready as I can possibly be to start.