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  • The Tires Were Flat

    Number of comments: 2
    Since I started keep detailed ride records, back in March 2005, I've ridden at least one ride each month. That is, until last month. Because of all kinds of reasons, but mostly mood issues, I didn't hop on the saddle once in October.

    I've been fighting a lack of' [...]
    Posted: November 08, 2009, 7:48pm EST
    by Dan
  • Weekend Coffee Shop Rides

    Number of comments: 1
    Laptop Transport

    I like hitting a coffee shop on weekend mornings. I take my laptop, find a quiet table, and get some work done on personal projects.

    This weekend I tried the Greyhouse in the village. Pretty [...]
    Posted: May 31, 2009, 9:05pm EDT
    by Dan
  • Month of May

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    Von's Books

    I haven't been writing much lately, because I haven't been riding much lately. However, there have been a few rides this month:


    [...]
    Posted: May 29, 2009, 8:01pm EDT
    by Dan
  • Saturday Morning

    Number of comments: 2
    Depending on the route, my ride to the Wabash Landing shopping center is about five miles. Since I've been spending my weekend mornings of late using the free WiFi at Panera to work on a programming project, I thought I could work a bike ride into the routine.

    The' [...]
    Posted: April 25, 2009, 9:26pm EDT
    by Dan
  • Morning Commute Turns Into a Morning Ride

    Number of comments: 0
    The plan was to ride to work today, maybe cycle somewhere for lunch, and then back home after 5:00.

    Instead, I ended up leaving very late after chasing the dog around the neighborhood, and arrived about a half an hour past the start of the work day. Just 15 [...]
    Posted: April 17, 2009, 10:37pm EDT
    by Dan
  • How Do You Stop 'Em

    Number of comments: 2
    Tiny WaterfallNot much time after work today, but I was able to ride north on 400W up to US52 and back.



    However, my heavy panting after climbing the small hill on 375W caused me to [...]
    Posted: April 16, 2009, 7:24pm EDT
    by Dan
  • Take It Whenever I Can

    Number of comments: 1
    With these early Spring days that are either cold and wet, windy and cold, or -um- windy and wet, I feel that I need to take advantage of every warm, dry, slightly breezy day that comes along. Today was such a day, and even though my schedule was rather tight, [...]
    Posted: March 23, 2009, 11:08pm EDT
    by Dan
  • Jeepers, Creepers

    Number of comments: 3
    Sunrise Over the Golf Course
    The sound of Spring Peepers was all around as I rode past the Celery Bog and the golf course water hazard. There must be hundreds of those nasty little creatures all around [...]
    Posted: March 17, 2009, 9:25pm EDT
    by Dan
  • Blue Sky Ride

    Number of comments: 0
    Sunny Blue SkiesIt was raining this morning, but I was able to ride back to work after lunch. Another great day.



    Miles Ridden: 7.2 [...]
    Posted: March 16, 2009, 9:23pm EDT
    by Dan
  • The Cows are Watching

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    DSC01620eGood day for a ride, as the temps are in the high 40s, and the winds weren't too strong from the east.

    High water on the Wabash around the bridge

    The neighbor and I followed the Lilly' [...]
    Posted: March 14, 2009, 11:04pm EDT
    by Dan
  • First Bike Commute of the Year!

    Number of comments: 0
    DSC01585eStrong headwinds make for great kite weather

    Miles Ridden: 9.2 [...]
    Posted: March 05, 2009, 11:01pm EST
    by Dan
  • Every Sunday is Ride Day

    Number of comments: 0
    I'm in Naples, FL this weekend, and my hotel offers free bike usage, so I took advantage of this chance to ride in great weather.

    Right off the bat, I owe Naples an apology. Last year, I ranted about the apparent lack of cycling resources and the general' [...]
    Posted: February 15, 2009, 10:17pm EST
    by Dan
  • Can You Come Out and Play?

    Number of comments: 1
    The message on my phone yesterday read "[the neighbor] called, he wants you to come out and play."

    Is wasn't until this afternoon that we made it out, but we did. I'm glad he called and set the ride up; otherwise I would have never left my recliner.
    [...]
    Posted: February 08, 2009, 8:30pm EST
    by Dan
  • Ice on the Wabash

    Number of comments: 2
    Ice on the Wabash
    This was probably the only ride I'll get in this month.  With the temps in the low 40s, light winds, and sunny skies, I left work a few minutes early to mark one down' [...]
    Posted: January 22, 2009, 11:14pm EST
    by Dan
  • 2008 Wrap Up

    Number of comments: 1


    Kind of a weird year, as my urge to ride greatly subsided later in the year.  Still, I had many good rides, even though I missed my goal. 

    Total Miles Ridden: 1,427.9
    Secret Goal: 1,800

    Total Rides: 121
    Commutes: 64
    Utility: 9
    Morning: [...]
    Posted: December 31, 2008, 10:27pm EST
    by Dan
  • Last Chance

    Number of comments: 2
    The Wabash is High Today

    I've ridden at least once every month for the past few years, and I was getting a little worried about getting out in December. Luckily, everything fell in place today: good' [...]
    Posted: December 30, 2008, 4:29pm EST
    by Dan
  • Extreme Beginnings

    Number of comments: 1
    Found on behance.net
    [...]
    Posted: December 07, 2008, 7:23pm EST
    by Dan
  • Hare the Road

    Number of comments: 1
    365 #301Madison County, Indana (Anderson area) has developed an impressive collection of cycling routes called the Heartland Bikeways of Madison County.  Since my wife has family in the area, we will have to arrange a few day trips [...]
    Posted: November 28, 2008, 8:44am EST
    by Dan
  • Notes

    Number of comments: 1
    I haven't been riding lately, as the weather has been two out of three from the set cold, windy, and rainy for quite a while. However, I did have some thoughts to share.

    First, I almost hit a cyclist last week. When I was pulling into the cleaners to' [...]
    Posted: November 17, 2008, 10:02pm EST
    by Dan
  • Week in Review II

    Number of comments: 1
    Amongst the Leaves
    Had the chance for three commutes this week. This unnaturally warm weather has been great for riding, although the switch to standard time makes the evenings dark pretty early.

    While pulling my lock off the [...]
    Posted: November 05, 2008, 8:04pm EST
    by Dan
  • Fall Color Tour

    Number of comments: 4
    Fall Colors by the RiverI had time for a quick ride in the afternoon between chores (cleaning up from last nights party in preparation for a visit from my mother) to hit the Bridge. Lots of [...]
    Posted: November 02, 2008, 8:01pm EST
    by Dan
  • It's Just Like Riding a Bike

    Number of comments: 0
    Since I had a shift at the pre-game festivities today, I thought I would see if I still knew how this bike thing worked, as it has been too long since the last ride. Turns out, I'm pretty good at it.

    Dressed for tooling around in a golf cart' [...]
    Posted: November 01, 2008, 6:43pm EDT
    by Dan
  • Week in Review

    Number of comments: 2
    It's kind of tough to get psyched about writing a blog post about a ride when every ride seems the same.

    This past week I commuted on Monday, Tuesday, and Wednesday. Each day, the morning temps were in the high 30s. This means I have to start wearing' [...]
    Posted: October 24, 2008, 9:55pm EDT
    by Dan
  • Change .... NOW!

    Number of comments: 0
    I've been taking Harrison Street instead of State Street during my rides home to avoid the intersection of State and University where the right lane turns right and I'm required to merge into the left lane to continue west. That lane switch can be difficult during the busy traffic times [...]
    Posted: October 14, 2008, 8:50pm EDT
    by Dan
  • Commute, and Notes

    Number of comments: 0
    Another great commute day.

    Miles Ridden: 8.4

    A couple of notes on previous posts:

    On Thursday, I forgot to mention that I saw a young couple riding through downtown that seemed to be touring by bike. I didn't get a chance to talk with them as' [...]
    Posted: October 13, 2008, 7:23am EDT
    by Dan
  • On the Road Again

    Number of comments: 0
    Solve for RAlgebra on the Roadway

    After a long absence, I was able to get out on the road bike today. I put it off for a long time, so I only had an hour in which to [...]
    Posted: October 11, 2008, 8:48pm EDT
    by Dan
  • Friday Commute

    Number of comments: 0
    As I was riding home today, I realized that I hadn't been on the road bike in quite a long time. I hope to get out tomorrow.

    Miles Ridden: 11.0' [...]
    Posted: October 10, 2008, 8:54pm EDT
    by Dan
  • Commute

    Number of comments: 0
    Nothing special.

    Miles Ridden: 7.2 [...]
    Posted: October 09, 2008, 8:53pm EDT
    by Dan
  • Pizza Dude

    Number of comments: 3
    There's no question that Fall is a good time of year to commute. The mornings are cool enough to keep the perspiration to a minimum, and even mid-day rides are comfortable. By afternoon, it has warmed up enough for a great ride home.

    Today was one of those days,' [...]
    Posted: October 03, 2008, 8:24am EDT
    by Dan
  • Downright Brisk

    Number of comments: 2
    Another cold one today. For tomorrow I need to find my full fingered gloves.

    I didn't get to ride home today, as my wife and I had picked up a car from the shop, and I ended up with both a bike and a truck at work. I couldn't [...]
    Posted: October 01, 2008, 6:54am EDT
    by Dan
  • A Little Chilly

    Number of comments: 0
    I seem to always get fooled in the fall when the temperatures drop. Today's ride home was a little colder than expected, and my t-shirt and shorts left me under dressed. I compensated by pushing myself faster than usual.

    Miles Ridden: 7.2' [...]
    Posted: September 30, 2008, 6:53pm EDT
    by Dan
  • Short but Sweet

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    No Bike Rack at Arby'sArby's Has No Bike Rack

    After work today, I rode up to my son's high school to watch the marching band at the game, with a stop at Arby's along the way.' [...]
    Posted: September 19, 2008, 10:46pm EDT
    by Dan
  • Again

    Number of comments: 0
    Another trip to the CVS before heading home. The weather continues to be great.

    Miles Ridden: 14.3 [...]
    Posted: September 18, 2008, 10:54pm EDT
    by Dan
  • Nobody Took My Picture/France On Bike

    Number of comments: 0
    France on BikePurdue University is running Green Week, where they bring attention to environmentally friendly programs. University President France Córdova decided to ride her bicycle to work, so she called the News Service photographer to document it for Green Week. (Read more)

    My [...]
    Posted: September 17, 2008, 9:34pm EDT
    by Dan
  • Stop and Go

    Number of comments: 2
    It's turning out to be a great week for riding. On my way home I stopped by the CVS for a prescription, which helped me get a little extra time in the saddle.

    As I was riding home on Lindberg Road, a cyclist in front of me was being' [...]
    Posted: September 16, 2008, 9:26pm EDT
    by Dan
  • Found on the Net

    Number of comments: 4

    First, I just learned that my town has a Critical Mass:
    The concept of critical mass is credited to a group of San Francisco bicycle commuters who in 1992 decided to ride home together, according to the Chicago Critical Mass Web site. Since then, groups [...]
    Posted: September 11, 2008, 10:23pm EDT
    by Dan
  • Blinded by the Light

    Number of comments: 4
    Mourning at the Viaduct
    With the rising sun just above street level, I knew that if I was having trouble seeing in front of me, the motorists approaching from the rear were having just as much trouble seeing [...]
    Posted: September 11, 2008, 10:04pm EDT
    by Dan
  • Deflating

    Number of comments: 0
    The HorsesThe Horses Were Out Today

    I wasn't even at the top of the hill on Newman Road when I noticed the spongy ride. Sure enough, the rear tire was quite low. I turned around a went back home.[...]
    Posted: September 09, 2008, 9:07pm EDT
    by Dan
  • Grocery Store Workout

    Number of comments: 1
    I rode up to the supermarket today to pick up a few things. I wasn't feeling my strongest, but I made it over the hills and up to the store.

    As I left, I put my groceries in the panniers and headed back down towards home. As I reached [...]
    Posted: September 07, 2008, 8:15pm EDT
    by Dan
  • Game Day

    Number of comments: 1
    I rode up to the football stadium to help out at the tailgate tent for the Purdue game. My job was to ferry the older alumni and donors up the hill in a golf cart. Fun times, and I got a free lunch afterwards.

    Since I rode both ways [...]
    Posted: September 06, 2008, 7:11pm EDT
    by Dan
  • Normal Day

    Number of comments: 3
    Nothing special. Just a normal commute.

    Although, I'm noticing that I'm still a little leary of right turning cars after the incident. I'm always checking behind me before crossing an intersection.

    Miles Ridden: 7.1 [...]
    Posted: September 02, 2008, 10:01pm EDT
    by Dan
  • New Roads

    Number of comments: 2
    I started out on the Wabash Avenue Route, but found myself on a new road.  It's tough for me to find a new route so close to home, but I rode up and down a hill that I've covered thousands of times by car, but never before by bike [...]
    Posted: August 31, 2008, 9:16pm EDT
    by Dan
  • I Know Someone Famous

    Number of comments: 3
    Have you seen this post "50 States - 100 Bike Blogs?  My riding buddy Apertome is listed under Indiana.  I've always liked reading his posts, and it looks like others do as well.

    Congrats! [...]
    Posted: August 28, 2008, 10:01pm EDT
    by Dan
  • Twice the Fun

    Number of comments: 1
    I had a chance again today for both a morning ride and a commute. The morning ride to the bridge with my neighbor was a very dark ride, but we ended up going pretty fast. The commute was a quick there and back, as I had things to do after [...]
    Posted: August 28, 2008, 9:39pm EDT
    by Dan
  • Muppet Day

    Number of comments: 4
    I know I've complained a lot about being passed unsafely on hills or curves, but I'm finding lately that I'm getting used to it.  Until this morning.  This person in a small, blue SUV passed me on a straight section, where he had a clear view of the oncoming car.  [...]
    Posted: August 27, 2008, 9:30pm EDT
    by Dan
  • Another Great Day to Ride

    Number of comments: 0
    Not The Best Lock Up JobNot the Best Job of Locking a Bike
    Fifty eight degrees this AM, sunny with a tail wind on the way home.  I love this time of year!

    Miles [...]
    Posted: August 26, 2008, 9:10pm EDT
    by Dan
  • Monday Commute

    Number of comments: 0
    I had to head in early today, and I found that it's getting to be dark at 7 am already. I used the blinky this morning, and I'll have to pull out the orange reflective vest soon.

    As I ended up working until 6:30, it was straight home with [...]
    Posted: August 25, 2008, 9:13pm EDT
    by Dan
  • Wabash River Ride 2008

    Number of comments: 2
    I had written a great post about the ride today, but my laptop powered off before I hit save. I'll just say briefly that the weather was fine, the company great, and the snacks hit the spot. We rode the 39 mile route (that ended up being 41 miles on [...]
    Posted: August 23, 2008, 9:59pm EDT
    by Dan
  • Thursday Commute

    Number of comments: 0
    Nothing special as I rode the South Work Route home.

    Miles Ridden: 8.4 [...]
    Posted: August 21, 2008, 10:12pm EDT
    by Dan
  • Lazy Sunday

    Number of comments: 0
    The neighbor and I weren't really sure where we were headed, but we ended up in Battleground looking at a friend's garden. On the way back, we passed a wrong way cyclist (which Noah hates ) on Lindburg road. I said to him "You're on the wrong side, buddy", [...]
    Posted: August 17, 2008, 10:15pm EDT
    by Dan
  • Move In Day

    Number of comments: 0
    Today was the day all of the new Freshmen arrive on campus. As I rode to work to catch up on a few things, I tooled around the dorms watching all of the activity - SUVs and U-Haul trailers, parents trying not to smother, kids ready to branch out [...]
    Posted: August 16, 2008, 10:22pm EDT
    by Dan
  • Another Double

    Number of comments: 0
    I had planned to ride to work today, but when the neighbor called last night to arrange a morning ride, I couldn't pass it up.

    After missing a couple of rides with him over the past couple of weeks,I was worried that I wouldn't wake up in time.  Not [...]
    Posted: August 15, 2008, 8:46pm EDT
    by Dan
  • Following the Paths of Others

    Number of comments: 4
    As usual, I had a tough time getting out today.  With a day off work, I had no reason to hurry, so I didn't hit the pavement until after lunch (which would be a problem later).  I was feeling good, so I decided to head up the hill on Happy [...]
    Posted: August 11, 2008, 7:35pm EDT
    by Dan
  • A Week Out of the Saddle

    Number of comments: 5
    Roaring Fork Motor TrailRoaring Fork Motor Trail, Smoky Mountains National Park
    Hey! Remember me? I used to post here. Actually, I've got five rides to document from my weak notes - probably just mileage.

    Anyway, I'm [...]
    Posted: August 01, 2008, 7:53am EDT
    by Dan
  • Foggy Morning

    Number of comments: 6
    Had to hose down and relube the bike after the ride on Tuesday, and I was able to get out this morning for a quick trip to the bridge.

    Breakfast on the WabashBreakfast Over the [...]
    Posted: July 17, 2008, 10:30pm EDT
    by Dan
  • Muddy Morning

    Number of comments: 0
    The neighbor and I rode down to Martell Forest this AM, and pedaled down to the lake on the property on the gravel/sand road. There are a couple places on the half to three quarter mile path that were a little dicey for my skinny tires.

    It would have [...]
    Posted: July 15, 2008, 11:05pm EDT
    by Dan
  • Home by the Bog

    Number of comments: 0
    Nice Cloud DayClouds Over the Golf Course

    Miles Ridden: 11.8 [...]
    Posted: July 14, 2008, 8:23pm EDT
    by Dan
  • [nt]

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    Wheat HarvestWheat Harvest

    At the top of Indian Creek Hill, I stopped in a driveway to catch my breath when the owner of the property drove up. As the driver got out to open the gate, he said that [...]
    Posted: July 12, 2008, 8:28pm EDT
    by Dan
  • Sweatin' to the Oldies

    Number of comments: 2
    Away from the Herd
    After yesterday's incident, I was a little gun shy today, looking over my shoulder often at each intersection.  Luckily, things went well.

    However, I learned today that my road bike isn't the [...]
    Posted: July 11, 2008, 11:23pm EDT
    by Dan
  • It's the Second One That Gets You

    Number of comments: 9
    That tire that seemed to be holding air so well yesterday was pretty low today, so apparently the slow leak is back. I'll take it in to the LBS tomorrow to have them find the problem and fix it.

    That put me on the Trek Pilot for the ride [...]
    Posted: July 10, 2008, 9:55pm EDT
    by Dan
  • Past the Restaurant

    Number of comments: 0
    I changed the flat tire from last week a couple of days ago, and it seemed to be holding air well. My ride in today was a grumpy one, as I had checked my work email before leaving home and was thinking about an annoying problem that I would have [...]
    Posted: July 09, 2008, 9:49pm EDT
    by Dan
  • Looking for the Tower

    Number of comments: 0
    Morehouse Road North As the neighbor and I were discussing where to ride today, I learned that he did not know about the Cairo Watchtower.  So, we decided to head that way. We first headed northwest on 400W and Jackson [...]
    Posted: July 06, 2008, 12:04pm EDT
    by Dan
  • Independence Day Ride

    Number of comments: 1
    Fountain
    Not much time for a ride today, so I took a quick trip on River Road then downtown as far as 5th street.


    Big news [...]
    Posted: July 04, 2008, 9:48pm EDT
    by Dan
  • Deflated

    Number of comments: 0
    I had to visit the mechanic today, so I tossed the bike in the truck. However, when I was ready to leave, I noticed the back tire was kind of low - but not flat. I asked the guys if they could pump it up, and the pressure held enough [...]
    Posted: July 01, 2008, 10:41pm EDT
    by Dan
  • Late Ride

    Number of comments: 0
    It was a normal commute today, but since I had to work late, the ride home was a grumpy one.

    Miles Ridden: 9.4 [...]
    Posted: June 30, 2008, 10:38pm EDT
    by Dan
  • NITE Ride 2008

    Number of comments: 0
    Dan and Cliff in the VelodromeWatching the Race in the Velodrome
    I've been looking forward to the 2008 NITE Ride (Navigate Indy This Evening) for a while. I was able to talk the neighbor and his [...]
    Posted: June 28, 2008, 11:00pm EDT
    by Dan
  • Sunrise on the Wabash

    Number of comments: 3
    Sunrise on the Wabash

    There was rain and t-storms forecast for today, so I'm glad I rode before work instead of to work. We ended up having several doozies come through, including one at quittin' time.
    [...]
    Posted: June 26, 2008, 8:01pm EDT
    by Dan
  • Leisurely Ride Around Campus

    Number of comments: 0
    Morning Wheat FieldWheat Field in the Morning

    My normal to and from work, plus I rode to band practice across campus. It's relaxing to take a slow ride between the red brick and limestone buildings - no [...]
    Posted: June 24, 2008, 10:52pm EDT
    by Dan
  • Monday Commute

    Number of comments: 0
    There and back.

    Miles Ridden: 7.1 [...]
    Posted: June 23, 2008, 10:53pm EDT
    by Dan
  • Chased by the Rain

    Number of comments: 0
    I need to watch the Weather Channel a little better so that I can get out on my rides before the storms come. It wasn't until I was about as far away from my house that I could be on my route before I heard the thunder. Here's what I [...]
    Posted: June 22, 2008, 10:38pm EDT
    by Dan
  • More Rain

    Number of comments: 0
    My ride was cut short by rain this morning (when the TV Weather Guy says that the rain will come between 1pm and 7pm, wouldn't you expect to ride dry at 11am?), but I still got a little time in.

    [...]
    Posted: June 21, 2008, 12:29pm EDT
    by Dan
  • Watchin' Out for Lester

    Number of comments: 3
    Can you believe I didn't ride yesterday? This week has presented one perfect riding day after another, and I somehow got too busy on my day off work to get out. Not today. I hit the road around 9:30.

    Beautiful weather, 69 and no wind, met me outside. I [...]
    Posted: June 20, 2008, 3:59pm EDT
    by Dan
  • A Different Kind of Bad Driver

    Number of comments: 0
    It looked like today would be a commute so similar to the others this week, but there was a difference. The muppet of the day was another cyclist!

    I was riding east on State St approaching a green light at Marsteller Ave. This is a one way to [...]
    Posted: June 18, 2008, 10:35pm EDT
    by Dan
  • Another Great Commuting Day

    Number of comments: 0
    This week's weather has been perfect for riding - mid 50s in the morning and mid 70s after work. The NW wind has been a little strong in the evening, but that's a good thing for training, right?

    New Cyclo-computer[...]
    Posted: June 17, 2008, 10:25pm EDT
    by Dan
  • There and Back

    Number of comments: 2
    I've missed a few days of riding due to work and family obligations, including a weekend of great weather, but I was able to get back in the saddle today. Nothing special, just to work and back.

    Sharon Chapel <a href=[...]
    Posted: June 16, 2008, 10:11pm EDT
    by Dan
  • Another Short One

    Number of comments: 0
    I've noticed lately as I ride to work that my usual 'right tire track' position on the road is splattered with liquid dripping out of one of the many trash trucks that come by my neighborhood. When I see (or smell) that nasty trail, I adjust towards the center of [...]
    Posted: June 11, 2008, 9:20pm EDT
    by Dan
  • Flying North

    After work, I took a quick run on the North Route (I need to document this route someday). With a SW wind, the trip north and east went quickly. The return? Not so much.

    Up the Hill
    [...]
    Posted: June 10, 2008, 9:18pm EDT
    by Dan
  • Between the Storms

    Number of comments: 3
    I had a little time after work for a ride to Granville Bridge.

    Ominous Clouds

    Miles Ridden: 9.0 [...]
    Posted: June 09, 2008, 7:30pm EDT
    by Dan
  • Sticky

    Even at 7:00 this morning, it was already hot and humid. The neighbor and I took off on the Lilly Road Route hoping to face the WSW wind before it picked up for the day and then have it push us back home. That worked pretty well, making the [...]
    Posted: June 08, 2008, 10:39am EDT
    by Dan
  • Early

    Just a quick ride before work (and before the afternoon/evening storms). When I stopped at Granville Bridge, there was a great sunrise view. Unfortunately, the camera I had brought didn't have a memory card installed. Oh well.

    Miles Ridden: 9.1 [...]
    Posted: June 06, 2008, 6:22pm EDT
    by Dan
  • Which Lane Do I Use Again?

    Number of comments: 2
    Muppet of the day award goes to the lady in the large SUV who came up to the stop sign on Sharon Chapel Road as I was riding towards campus on Newman Road. She never really stopped, but instead inched ahead as I approached the intersection. When I was [...]
    Posted: June 02, 2008, 7:45pm EDT
    by Dan
  • June Starts at Wally World

    Number of comments: 3
    Celery Bog sans TreesCelery Bog sans Trees
    I had no urge to go on a real ride today, so instead I made a shopping trip to Wal-Mart. I try to get an eclectic mix of things whenever I [...]
    Posted: June 01, 2008, 5:17pm EDT
    by Dan
  • Afternoon Ride Into Town

    I had to make a stop at the office to handle a couple of things, then I met my wife and daughter at Borders.

    Miles Ridden: 9.0 [...]
    Posted: May 31, 2008, 7:50pm EDT
    by Dan
  • Progress Towards Goal

    Number of comments: 1
    Today is the last day of the month, and I'm once again behind on my mileage goal. So, my inspiration to ride today was all about numbers, not about fun.

    It took me until 9:00 to finally get out of the house, and because of the already strong west [...]
    Posted: May 31, 2008, 4:11pm EDT
    by Dan
  • Early Morning

    The neighbor and I planned to get out before work today, but he had to bail because of a sore back. I went solo to the bridge and back.

    Miles Ridden: 9.1 [...]
    Posted: May 30, 2008, 10:55pm EDT
    by Dan
  • Short One

    Number of comments: 4
    Bike Rack BuddyBike Rack's Getting Crowded

    I got caught by the rain once again. I'm starting to lose confidence in Kelly Greene's forcasts.

    At first, I was upset about having to abort, but then I remembered [...]
    Posted: May 27, 2008, 8:18pm EDT
    by Dan
  • Kramer? Not Again!

    As we did a couple of weeks ago, the neighbor was planning a ride to Kramer again today. While the ride was nice last time, I didn't want to hang out there for several hours before returning. So, I told him I'd ride part way, maybe 15 miles, and [...]
    Posted: May 25, 2008, 8:06pm EDT
    by Dan
  • Around Town While on the Clock

    Beautiful Morning

    Rode to work, to a meeting on the north side of town, and to lunch.

    Miles Ridden: 18.1 [...]
    Posted: May 22, 2008, 8:41pm EDT
    by Dan
  • Spring Fling

    My employer ran "Spring Fling" today, which is kind of a field day for adults. My team won the trivia contest.

    Miles Ridden: 10.0 [...]
    Posted: May 21, 2008, 8:38pm EDT
    by Dan
  • Busy Weekend

    Number of comments: 1
    Winter WheatThe Winter Wheat is Coming In Nicely
    I didn't have much time to ride this weekend, but today I found time to run down to the bridge and the fort. I wish I would have had hours [...]
    Posted: May 17, 2008, 8:29pm EDT
    by Dan
  • Bike Week - Day 5

    Today is the official Bike to Work Day in Indiana (not sure who declared it, as there were no local observances), but I celebrated Bike to Work Half Day. Because I didn't plan ahead well enough, I wasn't able to ride in this AM. However, by noon it was warmer [...]
    Posted: May 16, 2008, 8:25pm EDT
    by Dan
  • Bike Week - Day 4 - Abort!

    It was a gamble. The local morning weathercaster, Kelly Greene, said that the change of showers this afternoon was low, with spotty showers at best that wouldn't affect most areas. Instead, at 5:00 I looked at the radar to find the entire 7 county area covered in green, with [...]
    Posted: May 15, 2008, 10:31pm EDT
    by Dan
  • Bike Week - Day 3

    Rain Out!

    Miles Ridden: 0.0 [...]
    Posted: May 14, 2008, 6:51am EDT
    by Dan
  • My Blogroll is Too Long

    The list of bike related blogs that I read is constantly growing. Whenever I run across a new site, I add it to my Google Reader list, and I now spend way too much time each day trying to read everything.

    I put the blame for my situation on [...]
    Posted: May 14, 2008, 6:51am EDT
    by Dan
  • Bike Week - Day 2

    Number of comments: 2
    A little different route today, as I rode to a meeting after lunch, and then after work I pedaled up to the stadium and Cherry Lane before coming home on SR26 and Newman Road.

    Horses at SunriseHorses at [...]
    Posted: May 13, 2008, 7:45pm EDT
    by Dan
  • Bike Week - Day 1

    Horse After Work

    Miles Ridden: 8.2 [...]
    Posted: May 12, 2008, 7:43pm EDT
    by Dan
  • Kramer

    Number of comments: 2
    Old Fashioned United Baptist ChurchOld Fashioned United Baptist Church in Independence
    The neighbor called Friday night with an interesting proposition. His wife was going to a picnic/gathering type thing in the country north of Kramer today. We [...]
    Posted: May 10, 2008, 7:55pm EDT
    by Dan
  • Unicycle Guy Strikes Again

    Hey, remember the Purdue unicycle guy I mentioned in my RAGBRAI post? He was wearing a Purdue Cycling Team jersey that day, and I yelled out "Hey! Purdue guy!" startling him to the point where he almost fell over. We talked a little bit about how tough it was [...]
    Posted: May 09, 2008, 8:16pm EDT
    by Dan
  • Election Day

    Number of comments: 1
    I went by the library to vote before work today. With all of the talk about high gas prices, mine was the only bike in the rack.

    Miles Ridden: 11.2 [...]
    Posted: May 06, 2008, 8:35pm EDT
    by Dan
  • Like Noodles

    After longer rides on Saturday and Sunday, I found my legs to be a little weak today. The ride home, even though I took the direct route, seemed to take for ever.

    Since I was driving up to another campus today, I rode to the transportation garage [...]
    Posted: May 05, 2008, 10:31pm EDT
    by Dan

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