Looking back through photos this morning, I come across this one taken just prior to that first shot of a Portugal morning during my 2017 tour. Gazing at this snap a bit definitely juices the touring Jones. Might be time.

P.S.: Bike touring in mind led to this morning’s ride, my “Lola Loop.” Okay, I don’t own the thing, as many ride this way every day, and it’s not exactly a loop, but it’s sure one of my favorites and it wasn’t too hot until I was headed back downhill.