Report Finds Americans Are Driving Less, Led by Youth - NYTimes.com:
Good news!
Tuesday, May 14, 2013
Sunday, May 5, 2013
So Far 2013
So far this year, I've booked over 600 miles, 225 of which are from the CTS series, rides 1 - 5. It's been great riding with a group, having the incentive to get up early on the weekend, be an Associate Ride Leader, and start to get into shape for the longer jaunts, as we extend the rides.
The rides seem to be easier than last year, and this weekend's Marymoor>Monroe>Snohomish>Paradise Valley excursion was simply outstanding, especially since we've been experiencing summer in May. Especially noticeable was the relative ease of the hill in Springhetti out of Snohomish Delta up toward Maltby. And, the ride through Paradise Valley is beautiful with very low traffic.
What's worked so far has been the breakfast, riding a bit during the week, stretching, and a tune-up from Counterbalance Cycles, with new big chain ring, chain and cassette. Mechanic told me that the old big ring was as worn as they've seen, and it's the first time that anything like that since I bought the Bleriot in 2008. Maybe 15,000 miles? Maybe more? That bike now has it's share of scrapes, bumps and scratches to give it the 'well-used' look, but it still rides like a champ.
The rides seem to be easier than last year, and this weekend's Marymoor>Monroe>Snohomish>Paradise Valley excursion was simply outstanding, especially since we've been experiencing summer in May. Especially noticeable was the relative ease of the hill in Springhetti out of Snohomish Delta up toward Maltby. And, the ride through Paradise Valley is beautiful with very low traffic.
What's worked so far has been the breakfast, riding a bit during the week, stretching, and a tune-up from Counterbalance Cycles, with new big chain ring, chain and cassette. Mechanic told me that the old big ring was as worn as they've seen, and it's the first time that anything like that since I bought the Bleriot in 2008. Maybe 15,000 miles? Maybe more? That bike now has it's share of scrapes, bumps and scratches to give it the 'well-used' look, but it still rides like a champ.
Saturday, March 16, 2013
Offspring Training - NYTimes.com
Offspring Training - NYTimes.com:
Doug Glanville on Spring Training, patience, forgiveness and getting a second chance...
"Baseball has a knack for being able to strip away age and make you believe you can always return to the era of your choosing."
Doug Glanville on Spring Training, patience, forgiveness and getting a second chance...
"Baseball has a knack for being able to strip away age and make you believe you can always return to the era of your choosing."
Saturday, March 2, 2013
Wednesday, February 20, 2013
Bilenky Cycle Works
Bilenky Cycle Works:
http://bilenky.com/Home.html
http://vimeo.com/60117701
I like the way Bilenky describes what they do and how they do it.
http://bilenky.com/Home.html
http://vimeo.com/60117701
I like the way Bilenky describes what they do and how they do it.
Saturday, February 16, 2013
Started CTS 2013 today with a short 21 miles from Renton to South Park and then up Des Moines Memorial Drive to just north of the Seatac Airport. One highlight was riding right underneath the landing pattern, as well as
Went up a notch from last year to ride with the Green Group at 14 -16 MPH, on the flats and level. After staying off the bike for much of the winter, it's good to be pushed to get back in bike shape for the rides to come.
Good group to ride with.
Next week, Chilly Hilly 2013, and I registered today.
Went up a notch from last year to ride with the Green Group at 14 -16 MPH, on the flats and level. After staying off the bike for much of the winter, it's good to be pushed to get back in bike shape for the rides to come.
Good group to ride with.
Next week, Chilly Hilly 2013, and I registered today.
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