Boudicca908

As a bonus to surgery, I can now squat -- that is, fully down on my haunches like a little kid. Haven't been able to do that in a while. Keep up the good work, and avoid the sock feet on slippery surfaces! Hope to see you on the road.

I loved Nova Scotia and PEI -- but I wasn't pulling an Oliver, I was camping in a tent and hauling my touring bike around with me so I could ride on trails and small roads. I would recommend going to both islands, and I would allow more than a month because there is so much to see and do there. There is a lot of great history, interesting buildings, beautiful landscapes, local music and boat building. I hope you give us an update after your trip!

I had total hip replacement (not knee surgery) a few years ago. After two months of dedication to my physical therapy routine, I received my surgeon's approval to take off on my summer trip. Some friends travelled tandem with their own TT to be sure I arrived safely at my destination -- 2,200 miles away. I believe the work on my Oliver helped to keep me limber and I continued with my own home therapy (mostly walking and flexibility exercises). I would encourage you to stay the course. I have no regrets! EDIT: about the sitting on the drive: I found that I needed more frequent stretch breaks. I allowed myself 11 days to drive that 2200 miles, and I moved around enough to avoid pain from sitting.

Welcome to the Oliver community! I had a friend with a lawn care business who had a bunch of the bright orange traffic cones -- we set them up in a parking lot and that is where I practiced. It was worth the time to learn ahead of time.

I found myself on one of those small back roads one time, a couple of years ago, and could see about 1/2 mile ahead a very low overpass. While I had my specs for my Oliver etched in my brain, I decided it was time to get out and measure, since I had never done that. Just to be sure! Everything worked out, but that narrow road condition with a low overpass and no place to turn around is not a comfortable place to find oneself.

Or anyone else who has an assortment and no longer can identify what they each can do! Thank you so much!

I was wondering the same thing -- @Olive2Roam

Especially in the rainy season. The views sound amazing, but I probably wouldn't try to tow my Oliver through that.

Love that photograph. Looks very nice!

I can attest to the fact that these invasive Iguanas EAT the eggs of our NATIVE (and threatened) bird species. I'm a volunteer who monitors a rookery and it's bad news for us to have Iguanas here. I'm glad that some people eat them, as it seems less of a waste when they can be useful in that way. I have NOT tried eating them, however.

Beware of Falling Iguanas in Southwest Florida!

Here in the subtropics, even the Alligators think it's cold... a juvenile out of the water, sunning.

The BEST corn bread is made in piping hot cast iron.

Happy Winter Field Day 2026 to all Hams -- from W0AHA

Returning to the Oliver Rally -- the right place to begin to learn more! Lots of Oliver owners show up and are happy to answer questions, plus the seminars. See you there.

Have Oliver, will travel!

It can be scary -- but if you are prepared financially, there is nothing more glorious than the freedom to busy yourself with whatever suits your fancy every day!

I love your map with all the various trips!

I haven't decided on my route for this year, but will keep this in mind. I'm always happy to find a good BBQ -- my family is mostly from Texas.

Welcome to the Oliver family -- our forum is the best. Enjoy!

Happy New Year to all -- may 2026 bring joy and adventure!

For those interested in Alfred Burt carols, this should give you a few of them:

Also and the Swingle Singers. My family used to go caroling every year, four-part-harmony with eight of us including my cousins. We sang some of these, and a lot of the Alfred Burt carols (4 part harmony). Joyous tidings!

Beautiful photographs -- thanks for sharing. The winter looks nice there!