Monthly Archives: April 2007

Even with all of the days lost to rain this month, I was still able to beat last year’s total and surpass the amount required for my secret goal by over 30 miles. I hope that I can keep up … Continue reading →

Today ended up being a record setting high temperature day. Also, another great bike to work day. As I rode into work this morning, I had a fun encounter with a red pick up that saw fit to rush around … Continue reading →

I’m hoping to take longer rides during the weekend to help me prepare for the RAGBRAI ride in July. Last week was 24 miles, and the neighbor and I decided to try the Independence loop today. We did this last … Continue reading →

I’m planning a longer ride tomorrow, so I just went out for a short one this afternoon up Indian Creek Hill (Alpe du Kerber) to the Ravines Golf Course and back. No Where to Hide from the WindThe west wind … Continue reading →

On the way out this morning, I met my neighbor at the entrance to the subdivision, so we ended up riding in together. He usually leaves later than I, but I was late and he was early, so it worked … Continue reading →

Arnett Clinic in West Lafayette Has No Bike RackCVS Has a Bike Rack, But It’s BlockedI should have talked with the manager about the lawn furniture chained to the rack, but I didn’t want to bother. I guess they’re not … Continue reading →

With a southwest wind already blowing at 9:30, I decided to head west and south to West Point. Then I headed east and north on some roads I’ve never ridden before (500S, 500W, and SR25). Here’s the route: Click to … Continue reading →

Tom made the paper! Enjoy bicycle touring and commuting I’m sure you have noticed the annual trend of gas prices rising in time for the summer season — not that it’s very summerlike. One answer to this is to ride … Continue reading →

The neighbor and I took a quick ride almost to West Point and back. Miles Ridden: 18.1