Day Sixteen: Petaluma, California (or, "Baby Gets a New Pair of Shoes")

After the scare of discovering how close to failure my rear tire was, today I carefully and slowly rode over to P & M Motorcycles for the 8:30 am opening bell.  I asked whether they could fit me in to replace the rear (and possibly front) tire and to give the Triumph an oil change.  Paul was very accommodating, and assured me that he'd have her done by the end of the day -- only to call me at 12:30 to say it was complete.  Excellent -- many thanks, Paul!  I look forward to seeing how the Michelin Pilot Powers perform.  Rest assured I'll be monitoring wear more closely.

Meaty!

Today I spent visiting family, running errands, and giving the Triumph a bath -- it was a great day!