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Wabash River Ride

The Wabash River Cycle Club held their Wabash River Ride today. (This event was formerly called the Wabash River Century). I was excited about going, since the routes included roads I haven’t ridden before. Unfortunately, the weather did not cooperate … Continue reading

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Salt Lake City

Nifty Bike RackI spent most of this week in Salt Lake City at a conference. I had no bike with me, which is too bad, because those flat, wide, empty streets were calling me. The morning rides on the world’s … Continue reading

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I Raced a 10 Year Old, and Almost Lost

The neighbor and I headed NW to Montmorenci on Jackson highway this morning, and we passed almost two dozen garage sales. Must have been some sort of organized neighborhood thing – even though the neighbors are sometimes separated by a … Continue reading

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Short One

I didn’t feel much like riding this afternoon, so I took the direct route home. Miles Ridden: 6.8

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Shot Not Taken

As I was riding into work this morning, the sun was a very distinct orange ball through the haze. I thought it would be a neat photo to have the orange sun rising next to the bell tower. However, when … Continue reading

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Multi-Use Path

I guess I’m pretty undecided when it comes to bike lanes. I’m likely to use one if it’s there, but I don’t avoid streets and roads without marked lanes. The City of West Lafayette is equally ambivalent. My North Work … Continue reading

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There and Back

Just a quick jaunt to work today in order to get some desk time before the work week hits. Lots of freshmen moving into the dorms today. Miles Ridden: 7.3

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S-A-T-U-R-D-A-Y Ride

With my plaid bib shorts, long late-70s styled hair, and a thick brogue, I left the house at about 8:30 on the Lilly Road Route.* I see deer fairly often as I ride around the area, but I never seem … Continue reading

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Shedding a Little Light on the Subject

I need to get a better headlight, as these early morning rides are getting more difficult. Today I couldn’t really see the road surface, and I was surprised by potholes and cracks in the road. Maybe one of those LED … Continue reading

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Wabash Before Dawn

More Fun with Low Light PhotographyMiles Ridden: 9.0

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