It has been a happy, hectic spring. Archival operations continue to expand. We’re now shipping out sizeable orders to domestic and international retailers. New bag styles and colorways are in the works. We’re looking for commercial space and planning to bring on a production manager this summer. In the midst of the “blooming, buzzing confusion,” I’m working to qualify for Paris-Brest-Paris – the premier randonneuring event – a 1200k brevet (or bike ride) held every four years in France. I’ve completed my 200, 300 and 400k rides. The 600k remains. Here are a few snaps from last week’s 400k, a loop from Wilsonville to Eugene and back. ST, Archival Clothing’s tab numberer, joined me on the ride.
Archival travel baggage (AC, Filson and vintage Land’s End)
5 a.m. ride start (24+ hours to go)
Kevin, a first year randonneur, and his front loaded touring rig
The only Hill-Side kerchief on the course
Joel and Sara. Early information control
Passing view
Acorn saddlebag. Bill heading towards Sweet Home
Marcola. David countering the cold with ice cream
Harrisburg. Pause to add supplemental wool layers
North of Albany
Around 1 a.m. Rallying against the chill
Vanilla at the Plaid Pantry in Salem, Oregon
More reasonable transportation at this hour
End is near. Joel on his vintage Jack Taylor
Return to La Quinta. 24 hours and 24 minutes later
Congratulations! a real acomplishment!
Well done.
The second-to-last photo well conveys my experiences with overnight rides.