Tuesday, October 19, 2010

Sunset Chaser

Just a quick post to share what I was treated to last night as I rode to a weekly meeting.  It was a nice sunset and it lasted a long time.  I was riding west so I was able to enjoy it.

I  stopped and parked on a dead end road in the country which was parallel to the western horizon.  As I was clicking away I heard the faint sound of an engine.  It was a farmer pulling his cultivating discs.  He turned in front of me and gave a silhouette.  Farming has long hours.

Riding at this time of the evening has more risks but it's great when you get a sweet surprise.  You've heard of tornado chasers; I wouldn't mind being a sunset chaser.

God's speed.
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5 comments:

  1. Dawning InspirationOctober 19, 2010 at 9:50 PM

    I'm with you - I'll chase a sunset (in fact, I have!!) However - I'll leave the Tornado chasing to those with um - faster vehicles!

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  2. GFOctober 20, 2010 at 5:55 AM

    Beautiful sunset and the farmer's tractor frames it perfectly. What camera do you use? DSLR? long exposure photos are one thing my camera is not that good for :-(

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  3. MikeOctober 20, 2010 at 7:59 AM

    Stacey,
    Yeah, I wouldn't want to chase tornados on a motorcycle!

    George,
    I have a Canon 30D but the one I use mostly is a Canon G10 which I always carry with me. I have a tripod that fits in a side case but I don't usually bring it, although I should. Thank you.

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  4. UnknownOctober 21, 2010 at 4:11 PM

    Mike:

    It is easier to chase sunsets rather than sunrises, unless it is this time of year where the sun rises later

    bob
    Wet Coast Scootin

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  5. MikeOctober 21, 2010 at 6:36 PM

    Bobskoot,
    I agree. Pretty soon sunrises will have colder temps too. Thanks for stopping by!

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