Last Saturday everyone was riding a bike like this and was wearing racing clothes. My wheels were twice as thick as everyone else’s. I also stood out wearing swim shorts and a white t-shirt (undershirt) rather than racing gear. Tonight, I showed up to a ride and most people’s wheels were twice as thick. The […]
Archive for May 2007
Alley Ride
May 29, 2007Three Counties Ride
May 26, 2007Today I went on the ride mentioned last post. Rain didn’t dampen the fun, though. Probably the most exciting part was seeing all the guys and gals in racing bikes and clothes pulling out in the big group as we began the trip, looking like a bike race on TV, and being there with them. […]
Thinking about joining CIBA…
May 25, 2007Well, I am looking to join CIBA, the local bike association. They have cool events every week all over the place, such as the “Carbs and Caffeine” ride Saturday mornings and a host of local training rides. Almost all “events” (not training rides) have route options that can vary the distance of the ride. 20, […]
Do the Dew!
May 10, 2007We’re a one-car family. After reading some good websites about bike commuting and learning that Rachel’s third year of medical school begins at 4:30am each day for a few months, I bought a bicycle. As soon as I finish buying accessories (I still need a pump and a couple tools to bail me out of […]