Riding through changing seasons enhances special sights, sounds, smells and other senses that make us whole and happy. The current change from summer to fall is one of my personal favorites. On my early morning commute ride, there is less light now and cooler, crisper refreshing temps for the most part. I especially enjoy this …
Like many, I learned to ride while I went to elementary school. I rode the third mile there and back when weather permitted. I continued riding in high school and riding on a paper route. I rode to the pool, friends, ice cream, etc. At present I ride most of all for health and fitness …
Without hesitation or fatigue, I rolled out of our parking lot at 9:15. It was warm and sunny with temps in the low 70s. My goal was to reach anywhere from 10 to 25 miles, and I achieved that by totaling 22 miles and ended up surpassing my weekly 100-mile goal as well. Strava is …
Riding in Madison, WI this week. I am amazed and thoroughly enjoy the robust infrastructure that has made Madison a platinum cycling city and a top five cycling city in the US. This blog is only the start of covering the vast infrastructure in the region. The first photo is the lake shore path at …
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This morning I more or less dragged myself down the steps with my bicycle and out the door. Some days I seem to have less energy and focus at the start. I usually eat Oikos high protein Greek yogurt or oatmeal with maple syrup and fresh fruit. I feel fuller and better after oatmeal for …
This morning just before the stroke of ten, I rolled out onto the path for an approximate 20 mile ride on my bicycle celebrating Ride a Bike Month in May. I spun lightly the wheels first as I made my way on the path through park area. I marveled at the bright green landscape after …
For the better part of two years I have been commuting on a bicycle to my health club in Madison East Towne Mall. As a result, I travel through the Service Rd, Stoughton Rd and Anderson St intersection each time I travel to Planet Fitness. It is crucial to note that Madison College is on …
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I’m pleased to share that a new bicycle rack (left side of photo below) has been delivered to this Middle School. It feels good to be a part of progress. The tedious process started over 1.5 years ago when we started talking and later showing the need for more bicycle racks at this Middle School. …
Ever not been able to lock up your bike safely to a bike rack? Imagine in our day and age a large retailer in the US that touts their progressive environmental and sustainability policies but has no bike racks for employees or customers. I talked to the store manager after I spent a few minutes …
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