Yesterday, I rode 42 miles in the Goldilocks Herriman ride. The crappy spring weather kept me from getting back on my bike when I wanted to. About three weeks ago, I decided to ride not matter what the weather. A little bit of stubbornness can go a long way. I rode enough to make the event possible. A day later, I still feel good. My legs aren’t sore, just tired. My arms are bit red. [...]

Actually it isn’t even a new tool. Behold an old air compressor: You may be asking what’s so wonderful about this old compressor. Well, let me tell you. I never have to pump up a bike tire with a hand pump. Of course if the power is out and if I’m out of air cartridges, I guess I’ll cave and use the hand pump. Until then, I’ll enjoy this modern invention. And I can’t leave [...]

I think Earth Day should be on a Saturday. So I have time to properly think about the day. Instead, my brain and body were deep in thought about work. I guess in my own way I did do something good for the Earth. I rode my bike to work. In fact, this week I’m 3 for 3, and tomorrow is looking good as well. (The pretty picture is courtesy of Trek) I did give [...]

No! I’m not referring to voting. That’s a whole different topic. I’m all about that kind of action. Luckily, I voted early, my attempt at avoid the long, long, lines. I’m referring to riding my bike in inclement weather. Oh the ironies of life. Yesterday, I write about how my bike is ready for fall weather. Then today it rains, not just a little rain, but a lot of rain, especially by Utah standards. (Remember [...]

I never understood why anybody would want to accessorize their car with aftermarket stuff (sorry Dad) until I bought a bike. Now I get it. My bike needs to personalize to meet my daily needs and convey my personality. Out the gate, I bought fenders, a rack, a pannier, a bottle cage, a new water bottle, a bike lock, and a pump. For my own personal protection I bought a helmet, a rain jacket, and [...]

I’m so guilty of neglecting my blog over the past few weeks. I have plenty to blog about. My excuse is more about being tired at night. While I probably should just stick with the current stuff, I have to recap a bit of the past, because it was fun. I went on my first long bike ride over Labor Day weekend thanks to Jen, the grand trip planner. We (myself, Jen, Brian, and Dale) [...]