Cycle Lappland Cycle Lappland?? Lappland somehow makes me think of perpetual Winter; reindeer; and the endless glow of the Northern Lights. How easy it is to forget that, even at such high latitudes, there is Summer. Lappland also makes me think of the northernmost reaches of Scandinavia, such as Finland. Thanks to Sibelius, I’d like […]
Yoga is said to be helpful for cyclists. It helps improve posture. It helps to stretch out muscles when they\’ve become stiff through many miles in the saddle. Thus yoga improves our flexibility, making those long miles more comfortable. Yoga can even help with injury prevention. Here are seven yoga moves for cyclists. Each one
\”Watt\” to do with all the wattage generated by the pro peloton, if only it were possible to harness it? Look at the Tour de France. Nearly 200 very strong riders pedaling for up to five hours a day, for three weeks, means a lot of power! I could use it to help heat my
Off the Beaten Path It’s fun to get off the beaten path now and then! Let’s get off the beaten path for a change! Sometimes we want a break from the same old roads. Riding the same routes over and over again can get too monotonous. They say it helps to do your accustomed routes
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Am I suffering from dementia? Last Thursday I forgot to light the candles to celebrate ten years of cycling. Then this morning, I forgot to put on my sunglasses until I got outside. I had to go back in and get them. Today I did just 19 miles. I need to work my way back
Cycling and back pain? It seems like aching quads and overworked hamstrings are more likely, doesn\’t it? Yet cycling can have its share of back problems. A number of things might cause it. If there is no intrinsic biological problem that would cause back pain on the bike, improper bike fit might easily be the
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Shame on us? Why? Are we cyclists included in the \”naughty pups\” column on this list of Santa\’s? Granfondoguide.com (not secure) gives ten reasons why cyclists are bad for the economy: We drive less than other folks, and don\’t buy cars as often. Ha! Who\’s got the money to pay for a car sitting around?
The Maple Leaf This blog/page may contain affiliate links. “We are a participant in the Amazon Services LLC Associates Program, an affiliate advertising program designed to provide a means for us to earn fees by linking to Amazon.com and affiliated sites.” Say, “maple leaf”, and I’m likely to think of the Joplin rag before anything else. And
Cherry Blossom Land Cherry Blossom Land would be a beautiful place for bicycling when the cherry trees are in bloom, don’t you think? Japan, like any country, has quite a variety of cycling trips to choose from. I’m sure I would have a difficult time deciding which one to take. There are trips for families, with activities
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\”Neapolitan\” reminds me of ice cream. But how about revisiting Italy for a bicycle tour of that city on the Bay? Naples by bicycle can mean several things, as is true of so many cycling destinations. Want a flat path? Head for the waterfront in the city\’s center. If you like the sea, perhaps the