We entitled this trip CARMTOALT. It stands for Cody and Ross’ Motorcycle Trip of a LifeTime. From Oklahoma City Cody and I headed west. We had a tentative plan with not all the details filled in. We planned to shoot from the hip, stay with friends, family and family of friends we had not met, and camp when needed. Loaded down with only the bare necessities, we embarked on a trip so insightful and surreal that we could not have possibly imagined the impact this journey would have on our lives.
I had been a member of the ‘TOMS club’ for 8 months, so much so that for the forty days of Lent I didn’t wear any other shoes, just TOMS, even the one day it snowed. So it naturally seemed right to wear them on the trip. Cody decide to take his pair and I had the tough decision which one of mine to take. I find that my gray TOMS are suitable in any situation, being so versatile and comfortable is the reason I brought them; they look classy and are easy to pack. After three days of riding I had a nice tan line on the top of my foot, which has not faded. Having the TOMS flag with us, we knew that there would be great photos opportunities on this cross country adventure. Also, showing the pictures would be a good opportunity to explain the ‘One for One’ mission of TOMS to anyone who didn’t know.
Most trips that people take are about the destination, what will happen when we get there. This was about the journey, what will happen each day. We discovered the western half of our country, riding across almost every landscape America has to offer, and more importantly discovering ourselves. This trip was something that will never be forgotten, and although our motorcycle journey has come to a close, the things we have learned and experiences shared will live on as we travel this road we call life.
see more of Cody + Ross’ TOMS photos here.
Where do you take your TOMS? Email your story and photos to caitlin@TOMSshoes.com!
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lol, this guy works at the Starbucks by my house!! Cait, we had a quick convo about you when he was telling me about this very trip!
SO awesome how small this world is.
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