We left Rochester Hills before the clouds thickened, racing northeast toward Port Huron with a hopeful eye on the weather radar, skipping lunch so we could stay ahead of the storm cells. We made it into Port Huron with a with rain gear on and getting wetter. Get your rain gear on and come with us.

Jackson to Brighton — a brisk 48-mile ride of good roads, great company, and a well-earned lunch. We pedal through rolling countryside and tidy towns, pause for a family visit midroute, stops for photos or snacks. Lunch at a cozy diner—hearty, local fare—refuels us, then we ride into Brighton.

From Battle Creek, home of Kellogg’s, to Jackson, famous for its legendary penitentiaries, this road trip stitches together Americana, quirky art, and lakeside tranquility into one unforgettable adventure.

Come along while we do the peddling.

The journey back to Port Huron begins with a familiar mix of excitement and the comfortable hum of routine. We met an old friend for lunch, detours around construction stretched our patience, and the constant chorus of jackhammers and cones turned smooth plans into improvised route.

We have our first and only crash. It was abrupt, harmless in the big picture but jolting in the moment: a slipped wheel, a scattering of gear, and a pulse of adrenaline. We checked for broken bones and bike damage, dusted off pride and knees, and laughed when we realized the worst casualty was a dented ego and a scuffed pannier.

Once again we’re pedaling across another state, this time Michigan—starting in Port Huron on the shores of Lake Huron, taking the train and a short ride to South Haven on Lake Michigan before looping back to Port Huron six days later. Expect blue-water vistas, lighthouse stops, hearty Midwestern hospitality, and a mix of peaceful bike paths and rolling country roads as we chart our route across the mitten. Pack a sense of wonder and leave the pedaling to us—come along and enjoy Michigan, one scenic mile at a time.