06/08/2026
🚴♂️ The road starts here!
We had the pleasure of meeting Rory Perlow (.justrory) at Navy Pier this morning as he begins an incredible journey. Over the next 45 days, the Highland Park native will bike solo from Pier to Pier along Historic Route 66 — 2,200 miles from Chicago's Navy Pier all the way to Santa Monica.
Before setting off, Rory was joined by friends and former Deerfield High School classmates who came out to send him off in style. The group commemorated the occasion with a photo at Navy Pier's Route 66 Starting Point sign. He also posed for a photo with Harry Caray's CEO, Grant DePorter, and stopped inside for a photo in front of the Route 66 mural at Harry Caray's Navy Pier — the First Stop on Route 66.
Rory will be livestreaming his journey on Kick and documenting daily on Instagram and TikTok at .justrory — head there to find the link to his livestream and follow every mile of the ride.
We're proud to be part of the first chapter of his epic solo adventure and wish him safe travels, smooth riding, and unforgettable experiences along the Mother Road. Good luck, Rory — we'll be following along! 🚲✨