Stopped at the Tracks

 

County Line Crossing
Tequesta, FL
July 9, 2026

As I was beginning my bike ride yesterday, I was stopped by a freight train. It is a bit frustrating when that happens because the freight trains take more than a few minutes to pass. 

My 20 mile Route
Tequesta, FL
July 9, 2026

As I pulled up to the tracks there was a boy there taking a video of the train. He was on an electric bike and had apparently crossed the tracks just before the train. He got bored before the train finished passing and continues on his way.  

While I was watching the train pass, I considered changing my route a bit. I decided to do a tour around Tequesta and down into Jupiter. It wound up being a nearly 20-mile ride, but it was also slow because it bordered some busy streets and I had to use the sidewalks more than usual. I was, however, able to ride the path through Limestone Creek Park again, which made me very happy. 

I enjoyed the ride and it was a great way to start the day. 

-- Bob Doan, Tequesta, FL