August 25, 2009 - Our ride this evening was a relaxed pace again. Two riders covered 13 miles at a gentle 12.5 mph average speed. We enjoyed good conversation and some of the best weather there is. Blue sky, temperature in the seventies, and very little wind made the trip great.
Only found one penny and we encountered one rider who had interesting stories to tell. It seems he smoked until two years ago and this year re-committed to riding a bicycle. He was a little discouraged with, "...one of those seats that splits you in two..." Patience and shopping had allowed him to find a bargain seat that was wide enough for his comfort. We gave him some hints on what to wear to help cycle into cold weather and wished him continued joy and safety with his riding.
Wednesday, August 26, 2009
Friday, August 21, 2009
A Few Relaxed
Just a few miles, compared to recent rides, and just a few riders. This August 18, 2009 saw only three riders cover 14.3 miles at a relaxed pace of 12 mph. One rider found one dime. It was great time to talk and enjoy the late summer countryside. The river near our route for a few miles, a gravel plant that no longer produces product, and corn canyons were all part of our conversations and the evening ride.
We encountered another rider, when our road intersected their route, and for a few brief moments managed to introduce ourselves and encourage participation in next weeks ride. Anyone new to town should join us for our weekly ride. Anyone should consider joining us and everyone is welcome. 5:30 pm each Tuesday we meet at First English Lutheran Church and just pick a route. Often the route develops as we progress.
Maps: http://felcbiking.blogspot.com/2008_03_01_archive.html
We encountered another rider, when our road intersected their route, and for a few brief moments managed to introduce ourselves and encourage participation in next weeks ride. Anyone new to town should join us for our weekly ride. Anyone should consider joining us and everyone is welcome. 5:30 pm each Tuesday we meet at First English Lutheran Church and just pick a route. Often the route develops as we progress.
Maps: http://felcbiking.blogspot.com/2008_03_01_archive.html
Wednesday, August 12, 2009
Two Finders
August 11, 2009 I finally got back to ride with the group after three weeks of missing rides for various reasons. We had five riders tonight and managed 19.5 miles at a 13.1 mph average.
Two riders found coins. Seven pennies were located by one and two pennies by the other rider. It is still a fun activity and humorous comments abound.
We rode the Cardinal Trail to Industries Road and then went west of town. I suspect I was not alone in my enjoyment of a beautiful sunshine sky. After the ride ended and participants were home it rained hard. It was great to get a good ride in with welcome weather.
We discussed continuing to ride at 5:30 pm each Tuesday until well into September.
Maps: http://felcbiking.blogspot.com/2008_03_01_archive.html
Two riders found coins. Seven pennies were located by one and two pennies by the other rider. It is still a fun activity and humorous comments abound.
We rode the Cardinal Trail to Industries Road and then went west of town. I suspect I was not alone in my enjoyment of a beautiful sunshine sky. After the ride ended and participants were home it rained hard. It was great to get a good ride in with welcome weather.
We discussed continuing to ride at 5:30 pm each Tuesday until well into September.
Maps: http://felcbiking.blogspot.com/2008_03_01_archive.html
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