Modern History Not all history is ancient! The trike, as I said, is ancient history; but I have my modern history, too. Let’s take a look at the past few years, since the pandemic began. Last year’s Hurricane Ida, and its impact on my riding, immediately comes to mind; and I certainly hope there isn’t […]
Hindsight IS hindsight 20/20? Hindsight may or may not be 20/20, but we can use a little of it while cycling; and especially if we have to ride alongside traffic. It helps if we can see what’s coming up from behind! I have a MTB rearview mirror for the hybrid. I hope objects in the mirror
Ancient History Ancient history isn’t limited to Rome. The tricycle is ancient history, you might say. It seems like an eternity since the day I ordered it from the bike shop; and I didn’t expect to get into cycling as much as I did. I hope I never have to give up riding; and there
Bijoux Fancy stuff, mais non? Bijoux isn’t my thing. It costs way too much; and I have nowhere to keep it. As for the Hope Diamond, I’m only too happy to let it alone. Let it stay in the Smithsonian. Some people enjoy jewelry, though; and bicycle-themed jewelry isn’t lacking. This necklace serves as inspiration; and every
Good Intentions Again Always so much to get done! I’ve got my good intentions again. But they don’t always bring about the desired results. I typically plan for some off-bike exercises five days a week. They aren’t long sessions; and I certainly don’t go for HIIT-style workouts! But I need my off-bike exercises to keep my
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The Undercarriage Gotta keep things comfortable! Cycling involves more than just legs; and that includes the “undercarriage”. We have to take care of it, or we risk losing time in the saddle to saddle sores. First, always wear clean shorts for every ride. Sometimes I get tired of washing out cycling shorts; but I have to do it. I have
Fleet Not all fleets are ships! Some folks out there have an entire fleet of bicycles. I’m quite content with just my hybrid and road bike; and it’s a good thing, too! I don’t have the space to keep more than two bikes; and I don’t have the money to build a fleet of bicycles.
Passengers I’ve never had passengers on my bicycle; so I can’t speak with authority. Some cyclists, however, do need to carry passengers; and here are some products that can help. I’ve mentioned the trailer many a time. In fact, I fear I’ve become quite the squeaky wheel about it! I don’t have either kids or
Double Dose I’ve gotten a double dose, you might say; and it isn’t pretty like this double rainbow. I have arthritis: both osteoarthritis and rheumatoid arthritis! I got some OA in my knees many years ago; and they used to crackle like crazy. Now they do it far less; and maybe all the cycling helped!
Forty Percent Today, my ride to and from work boosted me to the forty percent mark. My Love to Ride goal for 2022 is 5000 miles; and now I’m up to 2000! I’m glad the chances for rain in the next few days are below forty percent; and right now, it looks like Sunday won’t be bad. Yesterday