What a year! I began with a ride in London (January 4) and finished with a ride in California (December 29), with 2,500 miles in between. I added a new bike - my Trek Émonda - and reached some other highlights: Travel Rides Four new countries--Portugal, Ireland, Northern Ireland, and Scotland, where I picked up... Continue Reading →
On Christmas Eve, our family delivers a special gift to a specific family member. Sometime around Thanksgiving, we select this family member by drawing names. This year, Mint drew my name and presented me with this wonderful challenge! In addition to the alluring scratch-off poster, she also gave me a sheet of bicycle stickers for... Continue Reading →
After the 5,000-mile push last year, I was drained for distance goals and decided just to ride when I want and where I want--resulting in more time on my mountain bike and some leisurely tourism, for a total of just over 2,300 miles. But, oh, how much fun was the tourism! Travel Rides Three new... Continue Reading →
Distance I joined Cycling Weekly's 5000-Mile Challenge. The group is based in the UK, home of my ancestors and, for most of the months of this year, one of my daughters. Variety There is a lot to see in the surrounding area. I'm planning on a mix of trails, canyons, lakes, and state and national... Continue Reading →
What a year! I had no idea in April what this year would bring on the bike. What began as an attempt to get active and explore my neighborhood blossomed during an extended lockdown. I gradually extended my mileage milestones and looked for trails and state parks to add variety, noticing several temples along the... Continue Reading →
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