Vesti la Giubba? 🦺 “Vesti la giubba” sounds like putting on, well, a vest. Like the Ergodyne Chill Cooling Vest. No disrespect meant to Leoncavallo; don’t forget that “Vesti la giubba” is the title of the famous opera aria. My Ergodyne Chill Cooling Vest arrived today; and soon I’ll “vesti la giubba” and find out how well this vest works. It’s supposed to keep cooling up to five hours; and that’s long enough for most of my rides. During RAGBRAI, when I’m likely to be out for longer than that, I can probably re-wet it at water stations. So far it’s not quite hot enough here for me to want cooling devices; but it probably won’t be long before overnight low temperatures hover around 80 degrees! Then I’ll want to do all I can to keep cool. Moreover, I hear that they’re predicting a hot, dry Summer; and a cool rag alone might not be enough. Bikeflights ✈️ But to continue with RAGBRAI preparations: I’ve got to get my bike up to Iowa! I don’t like the idea having to lug a bicycle in a case to luggage check in at the airport. There’s a service called Bikeflights; and my bike shop uses it all the time. Bikeflights works with RAGBRAI; and other events as well.  So I’ve registered for Bikeflights. I’ve got to review what all I may put in the case with the bicycle; I think they say there’s also room for two pairs of shoes and a helmet. I plan to pack two water bottles and one pair of shoes. Maybe I can also fit in my bag of gels. I’m also considering “vesti la giubba” for RAGBRAI in general; not only cooling devices. I might not have room to pack seven kits; so I plan to wear my cycling shorts into the shower, and wash them that way. I just hope the humidity up there isn’t too much for them to dry! 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.” ABOUT ME I began this website primarily as a way to present the story of how I accomplished a century ride on an adult tricycle. Other riders of adult trikes might want to know whether it’s possible. It sure is! You can read all about it in My Story. I live in New Orleans; and  retired in January 2023. More time for cycling! Website designed by Cecile Levert © This website is the property of its author. DISCLAIMER I am not a cycling coach; nor a health professional. This site is based on my own experiences, opinions, etc. If you need help, please consult the appropriate professional.   FRESH FROM MY JOURNAL Vesti la Giubba? May 1, 2025 Lapping It Up April 30, 2025 Vested Interest April 29, 2025 Murky Waters April 28, 2025 Load More TRANSLATOR