'Pilot Bob' completes coast-to-coast bike ride

FALLBROOK – "Pilot Bob" Sheldon of Fallbrook successfully completed his coast-to-coast solo bike ride, Aug. 17, in Florence, Oregon, to waiting family and friends.

Sheldon, a Navy veteran, began his ride across America May 15, in support of Project Hero, a nonprofit organization dedicated to helping veterans and first responders affected by post-traumatic stress disorder, traumatic brain injury and other injuries. His goal was to increase awareness for combating this national mental health emergency.

Upon arrival, Sheldon was greeted with cheers, gifts, praise and admiration for his determinat...