We are in Moncton New Brunswick to visit Rick Snyder the owner of Mike’s Bikes. He has owned the company for 11 years and he built this beautiful store 3 1/2 years ago.

The store has two levels. You can’t help but wander up the staircase to discover more cycling goodies. The break room on the second floor has a low window. Relaxing you can easily look out and see the fire pit below with chairs around, waiting for friends to cozy up to the fire. The cycling path runs right near the store as well. A great way to get into the city. The lovely paintings are by Bridget who is in the photo below. Also they are for sale!

This evening we are off to the restaurant, “Catch 22.” On the left is Bridget, she handles graphic design and promotions for Mike’s Bikes and painted the beautiful paintings above.  On her left is Steve. He is the Store’s manager and Bridget’s sweetie. On Jim’s left is Rick and beside him is his wife Heather. If was interesting to talk with her. She is a counselor for grades K thru 5. How she is able to help these young children to get through issues is really amazing.

Mr. Jimmy got bibbed up, just in case the lobster got away from him. It was a great evening. Jim’s words of wisdom inspired them all, along with some of his great sayings. It was fun to watch them smile. In the bar one last group photo and how fitting, the Vuelta (the Pro race in Spain) is on the screen behind us.

Tomorrow we are off to Nova Scotia to visit Oak Island.