We begin on a cloudy and cool morning in Vestal. Last minute packing is done and we head out. I am riding Xray2, the GoldWing. I have the luxury, this trip, of my companion in her SUV. It is about 55 degrees. I am comfortable in my insulated jeans, heavy shirt and insulated Cabela's Guidewear jacket. We advance up 81 North out of Binghamton picking up 88 to the Northeast. Halfway to Albany we transition from partly cloudy to partly sunny arriving at mostly sunny as we cross into Massachusetts on the Mass Pike. The foliage along 88, although spectacular as scenery, has yet to change color much. We will have to see if this changes on the way back. The ride through Massachusetts is pleasant though we hit inevitable traffic that makes us commit to the Connecticut route for subsequent trips. We arrive tired but satisfied in Sharon for a visit with the folks. Saturday will be a rest day with them. 331 miles: Vestal to Sharon.
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