Monthly Archives: July 2012

In the spirit of the Olympics – Game On!

 I’m off to the southwest, on a nonbicycling journey to visit my aunt.  However, in  the spirit of the Olympics I saved this book on my Kindle for the plane ride:  Gold: A Novel.  The author is Chris Cleave, and … Continue reading

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The 5th Annual Tour de Queens: July 8, 2012

      SPF and cold water were must haves for the 18 mile journey through Queens earlier this month.  Approximately 1,500 enthusiastic cyclists arrived at  Flushing Meadow Park’s Unisphere, ready to roll along the hot streets of Flushing, Whitestone, and … Continue reading

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Boardwalk Craft Fair!

More summer cycling fun awaits, when you can ride your bike along the boardwalk, viewing the sun glinting on the ocean, and peruse unique crafts.  Taking advantage of getting around by cycling has so many perks!

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Three Cheers for the Red, White and Blue

Here’s to celebrating independence everyday on two wheels!    I’ve noticed two patriotic color themed Schwinn Legacies parked at several destinations I frequented during the past few days.  I haven’t run into George Washington, Thomas Jefferson, or any of our founding … Continue reading

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A ride to the Farmers’ Market…

“Everything you need to be happy is right here, right now,” so true, though I sometimes need to remind myself of it!  

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