The Nod
Bikers do it. Runners do it. You know that slight deflection of the head in the direction of a fellow biker or runner as you pass on the trail. It is a gesture understood by people everywhere that says, “Yo, how’s it going? Have a good ride.” Generally, it is considered good manners to return […]
Spring Biking
This is only a post about spring biking because the official first day of spring has sprung. For all intent and purposes, it is still winter. Below zero in the am and mid 20’s in the afternoon. I am now a mere 6 weeks away from 1 year of total bike commuting. That will amount […]
Ode to the Bike Trail Groomers
I’ve thought about writing this ode one hundred times over. When times are good, we don’t say so. When times are bad, we are quick to complain. Carrying my bike for 4 miles through knee deep crud while rushing to get to a meeting at work has reminded me of the importance of saying thanks […]
Fear Based Decision Making
I’ve been thinking a lot about fear lately and what is healthy fear vs. paranoia. Over the holidays, my brother in law had “the talk” with me about bike commuting. I should preface this with two statements. One: I respect this man quite a bit and two; he is a lifer with the LA Fire […]
I see the light!
All I wanted for Christmas was a new light for my bike. Okay, truth be told, I wanted a bunch of stuff, but a light is what I really needed. I’ve always biked a bit to work. Not everyday, but periodically. Kind of a fair weather biker thing. But this past May, I decided to […]