July 14th, 2010 - Posted by Travis under Central America Expedition Mountains in Mexico
July 12th, 2010 - Posted by Travis under Central America Expedition Carne Burritos
First official night of camping. Found a nice spot south of Creel before the Copper Canyon turn off.
During my trip today I passed a small burrito stand in Yecora. The lady cooking was very friendly and made me up one carne burrito. It was so good I order three more for the road and tossed them inside my fridge. When I finally settled down at camp I pulled them out....
And proceeded to chow down...
July 11th, 2010 - Posted by Travis under Central America Expedition Guaymas to Creel
The next morning I headed for the mountains and Copper Canyon. Along the way I passed tons of logging trucks and small villages where the wood was cut down into boards.
Beautiful small villages dotted the mountain tops seeming to be a place lost in time. Green pastures filled with grazing cows, horses, burros and other animals fueled the towns ambiance of years past.
After heading east most of the day I turned south towards Creel. A very similar mountain town as to what I've encountered, although with staggering scenery. Granite boulders cover the landscape giving the area a stone age appearance.
July 10th, 2010 - Posted by Travis under Central America Expedition Crossing the Border
Before I headed across the border I stopped in at Sierra Expeditions new shop to pick up some small QuickFists. I wanted to mount the Maxtrax inside so they wouldn't disappear while walking around towns.
The next day I headed south crossing at Nogales. At kilometer 21 I had to stop and get my temporary vehicle import permit. I spent about 3 hours going between the Immigration office, the bank and my truck. After all was said and done I had my vehicle sticker and immigration papers. Only cost me $35 USD for the vehicle and $20 USD for immigration. Very nice as I was expecting about $250 for everything.
After I was legal to drive in Mexico I headed south on highway 15 to Guaymas. Stopped in town for dinner at a downtown taco shop then headed out to find a camp. Ended up parking right off the highway on a farm.
June 27th, 2010 - Posted by Travis under Central America Expedition Racing in Utah
June 23rd, 2010 - Posted by Travis under News Archive I'm off to Panama
As much as we may research and plan out the events in our lives, we can never truly escape the randomness of the world. With the slightest gesture of a stranger, our paths can change inevitably to an unknown route. Unnerving as it may feel, the unpredictability of life is what keeps me going. While not completely adjusted to the new mission at hand, simmering on the stove, for what seems to be an eternity, are the essential ingredients. The stew of preparation is ready for the first serving.
Quite ironically two years ago today I began the lengthy process of extending my truck's cab and researching for a round the world trip. Riddled with highs and lows of learning new skills, set backs, building components and rebuilding components. I have emerged, poised on the window of opportunity. Tucked away in the dark, my truck sits ready for departure. With personal effects loaded, I open the final doorway blocking my path to the world. Mixed excitement and nerves run their course with nothing left to do but turn the key, crank up some music and hit the road to Central America.
June 23rd, 2010 - Posted by Travis under Central America Expedition I'm Off
As much as we may research and plan out the events in our lives, we can never truly escape the randomness of the world. With the slightest gesture of a stranger, our paths can change inevitably to an unknown route. Unnerving as it may feel, the unpredictability of life is what keeps me going. While not completely adjusted to the new mission at hand, simmering on the stove, for what seems to be an eternity, are the essential ingredients. The stew of preparation is ready for the first serving.
Quite ironically two years ago today I began the lengthy process of extending my truck's cab and researching for a round the world trip. Riddled with highs and lows of learning new skills, set backs, building components and rebuilding components. I have emerged, poised on the window of opportunity. Tucked away in the dark, my truck sits ready for departure. With personal effects loaded, I open the final doorway blocking my path to the world. Mixed excitement and nerves run their course with nothing left to do but turn the key, crank up some music and hit the road to Central America.
I'm off!
June 18th, 2010 - Posted by Travis under Central America Expedition New Clutch
Yesterday I changed out the clutch along with replacing the pilot and through out bearings. When reinstalling the transmission I got the bright idea to try and do so without lifting with a jack. I actually pulled it off, though was pretty difficult.
June 15th, 2010 - Posted by Travis under Central America Expedition Yellow Fever
Finally, closer to departure. Yesterday I got my Yellow Fever vaccination and Malaria regiment. Almost ready!
May 13th, 2010 - Posted by Travis under Blog The Road is Waiting, Get Out and Go
I've written a new essay about the importance of just getting out and going. Click the link below.
