For a couple of years now, I've been trying to photograph my bike next to a plane, a vintage plane, to be exact. For some strange reason, every time an airplane event is announced, it usually happens during the cold season. And like those who read my humble blog know, I don't like to ride my bike when is cold. Why, you might ask. The answer is simple, I hate cold weather with a passion.
Several weeks ago I noticed an ad for an event called Wheels & Wings at Van Sant Historic Airport in Pennsylvania. I googled the airport address and learned it is only one hour away from me, so I decided to give it a go.
It rained early in the morning. No surprise there, it's been raining in Philadelphia all week. Temperatures were hovering around 45 degrees Fahrenheit, so I figure it would warm up if the sun fight it's way through the clouds.
Halfway through the ride I realized I made a mistake. I was not dressed properly, not enough layers for warmth on a bike in the cold. In my mind I was still trying to convince myself that it would get warmer since it was only around 1:00 pm. It didn't, it got colder as the day progressed.
Shortly after arriving at the airfield I noticed the planes were placed in the grass field, in a cordoned off section. I was informed that the only shot of a plane photograph next to my bike could have been arranged, if I was out there early in the morning before the show started.
Oh well. There's always next year. Enjoy the pictures, while I browse online for winter motorcycle gear.
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