Category Archives: casual cycler

Primary Cycle Style – It’s in the Bag!

Posted on May 20, 2012 by

      Already a fan of NY’s own Tahliah Lempert, of  http://www.bicyclepaintings.com/ I was  thrilled and delighted to discover (through my pal Jill) her bicycle paintings are being featured on roomy spring/summer tote bags at anthropologie. I’m very pleased with … Continue reading →

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A great idea…

Posted on May 3, 2012 by

Though I just lost my mom, this sign I keep passing makes me happy – thinking of families young and old, out riding their bicycles celebrating their Moms next week!  Enjoy the moments!    

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Gratitude for a Ride this Thanksgiving

Posted on November 24, 2011 by

  Today, with a little bit of organization, I could take some time in the middle of the day, to ride.  And I am so glad I did.  The weather was beautiful, the streets I rode on were unusually quiet, … Continue reading →

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Giving Gratitude, or in the words of Jon Stewart, “Your moment of zen”

Posted on November 11, 2011 by

Here we are in November already, and while riding this weekend I had to stop and give thanks.  As I rode I reflected on the beauty of the azure sky and bay, and the way the sun sparkled on the … Continue reading →

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Itsy Bitsy Spider

Posted on November 5, 2011 by

    Spiders, iPhones, and Cycling  Caveat Emptor! Unfortunately real estate is at a premium on the handle bars of the Trek fx 7.3.  No room for a lovely basket.  Lately, I’ve been brining my  iPhone along with me on … Continue reading →

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October Ride

Posted on October 2, 2011 by

The blue  sky was  mixed with soft, billowy white clouds, and ominous grey ones, but I figured I would try to get a ride in on the path to Jones Beach.  I’m so glad I did.  Even with the wind … Continue reading →

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Summer Streets, Had Me a Blast!

Posted on August 21, 2011 by

     Yesterday, August 20th was the final day  of NYC’s 2011Summer Streets, when Park Avenue was closed to motor vehicles from 73rd Street all the way downtown to the Brooklyn Bridge. Doing so provided an extraordinary opportunity to walk, … Continue reading →

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Carrie!

Posted on August 18, 2011 by

Since I received this bike as a gift last May, I was looking for the just right basket.  I desired function as well as beauty, and found it in “Carrie”.  This beautifully designed basket will hold up to  11 pounds. … Continue reading →

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Summer Streets = NYC FUN! FUN! FUN!

Posted on August 14, 2011 by

 Savoring the sunshine at Saturday’s Summer Streets was an added joy to a spectacular day! The atmosphere was festive as cyclists rolled along from Park Avenue and 72nd all the way to the Brooklyn Bridge! Skaters and pedestrians joined the … Continue reading →

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Chicago, and all that jazz!

Posted on July 30, 2011 by

    Last week I was my first ever visit to Chicago.  I spent four glorious days there.  What a great city, lots to see and do.  We managed to get around almost everywhere by walking, outside of  taking a … Continue reading →

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