A good reason to ride a bike -- gas prices are going back up.
Wednesday, March 4, 2009
When the Light is Perfect
Why I like early-morning jaunts. It's crisp on the Hillsborough River.
A good reason to ride a bike -- gas prices are going back up.
A good reason to ride a bike -- gas prices are going back up.
Monday, March 2, 2009
Big Trike Knows How To Deliver A Message
Well, it looks like the famed Bicycle Bashboard has met its advertising match in this computer business sign tri-bike I saw today coming back from Dunedin. Not too shabby.
Checking Out Bicycle Baskets at the Spring Baseball Game
You might have noticed that baseball' spring training is underway and there has been no Tour de Spring Training rides in 2009 like there were in 2008. I might bike to a ballpark in Dunedin -- like today -- or in Clearwater. But I don't envision actually attending games. It was a critical mass of hearing that the baseball commissioner -- a former used car salesman by the name of Bud Selig -- makes $18 million a year annually and all the drug-induced home run numbers that were executed by players high on performance-enhancing substances. It's just not the same game I remember when I was a kid and got to know the game.
Alas, there are still bicyclists who pedal to spring games. And at Dunedin's simple and understated ball yard, I was impressed with all the bicycle that were locked up outside, including many that showed off an array of handlebar baskets. Let's take a look.
Check out this classic basket.
This coaster bike has a roomy basket and a horn to boot.
The bike had mix and match front and rear metal container cages.
This modern black basket cage is a beauty.
The oldest bike in the row had this classic front basket.
Alas, there are still bicyclists who pedal to spring games. And at Dunedin's simple and understated ball yard, I was impressed with all the bicycle that were locked up outside, including many that showed off an array of handlebar baskets. Let's take a look.
Check out this classic basket.
This coaster bike has a roomy basket and a horn to boot.
The bike had mix and match front and rear metal container cages.
This modern black basket cage is a beauty.
The oldest bike in the row had this classic front basket.
SHBC Show of Force at the Tour de Cure Sunday
Margaret Shepherd of the Seminole Heights Bicycle Club was among several club members sporting the newly-minted SHBC jerseys at Sunday's Tour de Cure. Kudos to Steve Swiger for getting the SHBC team and jerseys together. I'm looking forward to donning my jersey as well. Well done folks!
Everglades Bike Ride Set for April 4
There are some terrific rides this spring and here's one.
Everglades Scenic Ride 2009: Saturday – April 4
In support of the proposed RIVER OF GRASS GREENWAY BY THE NAPLES PATHWAYS COALITION
A unique opportunity that combines cycling, nature, history and culture.
The ride starts at the Everglades Area Welcome Center at the Intersection of Highway 41 and Highway 29, 3 miles north of Everglades City, 30 miles east of Naples.
Ride registration includes continental breakfast, aid stations along the route, SAG vehicle support, maps, and discounts at local restaurants.
Bicycle Ride Options:
100 miles – start at 7:30 a.m.
62 miles – start at 8:00 a.m.
30 miles – start at 8:30 a.m.
16 miles – start at 9:00 a.m.
Registration opens at 7:00 a.m.
Register online at: http://www.active.com/register/index.cfm?EVENT_ID=1707510
Bring your family to enjoy the recreational activities in the Everglades area: kayaking, airboat rides, museums.
Everglades Scenic Ride 2009: Saturday – April 4
In support of the proposed RIVER OF GRASS GREENWAY BY THE NAPLES PATHWAYS COALITION
A unique opportunity that combines cycling, nature, history and culture.
The ride starts at the Everglades Area Welcome Center at the Intersection of Highway 41 and Highway 29, 3 miles north of Everglades City, 30 miles east of Naples.
Ride registration includes continental breakfast, aid stations along the route, SAG vehicle support, maps, and discounts at local restaurants.
Bicycle Ride Options:
100 miles – start at 7:30 a.m.
62 miles – start at 8:00 a.m.
30 miles – start at 8:30 a.m.
16 miles – start at 9:00 a.m.
Registration opens at 7:00 a.m.
Register online at: http://www.active.com/register/index.cfm?EVENT_ID=1707510
Bring your family to enjoy the recreational activities in the Everglades area: kayaking, airboat rides, museums.
Signs of the Times in Seminole Heights
If you know Seminole Heights in Tampa, you realize other folks besides drivers share the local streets -- namely bicyclists and dogwalkers. A recent jaunt through the 'hood showed the sign language.
WOW -- Women on Wheels
Veteran bicycle teacher Tina Russo is certified to do just about everything in bicycling and one of her projects is her Women on Wheels program. Here's the info for her next WOW meeting.
WOMEN ON WHEELS
A monthly get together of women to have fun, learn about bicycling and riding our bikes.
The Next Session will be Saturday -- MARCH 7 at 9:00 am
TOPIC: Gears and how we use them. We will be starting to do one bike handling skill per session. If you have any questions call or email. Tina A Russo at Russot@Hillsboroughcounty.org/ 813-801-6732
Upper Tampa Bay Trail 9201 W Waters Ave,
Just west of Sheldon/Across from the YMCA
Join Tina Russo and other women for a women only bike clinic and bike ride on the Upper Tampa Bay Trail.
We will try to meet one Saturday of every month. Meet at the Channel Park Trail head. The first 30 minutes will be teaching time. After the teaching time we will go for a ride on the trail. Some of the clinics will include the following items.
Buying the right bike, bike fit for woman, basic mechanics, changing a flat tire, loading and transporting your bike, gears, riding in groups, avoiding hazards, clothing, road position, riding on the road, basic bicycle handling skills. This is only just the beginning.Or anything you want to learn about bicycling!
MISSON STATEMENT: TO HAVE FUN!
WOMEN ON WHEELS
A monthly get together of women to have fun, learn about bicycling and riding our bikes.
The Next Session will be Saturday -- MARCH 7 at 9:00 am
TOPIC: Gears and how we use them. We will be starting to do one bike handling skill per session. If you have any questions call or email. Tina A Russo at Russot@Hillsboroughcounty.org/ 813-801-6732
Upper Tampa Bay Trail 9201 W Waters Ave,
Just west of Sheldon/Across from the YMCA
Join Tina Russo and other women for a women only bike clinic and bike ride on the Upper Tampa Bay Trail.
We will try to meet one Saturday of every month. Meet at the Channel Park Trail head. The first 30 minutes will be teaching time. After the teaching time we will go for a ride on the trail. Some of the clinics will include the following items.
Buying the right bike, bike fit for woman, basic mechanics, changing a flat tire, loading and transporting your bike, gears, riding in groups, avoiding hazards, clothing, road position, riding on the road, basic bicycle handling skills. This is only just the beginning.Or anything you want to learn about bicycling!
MISSON STATEMENT: TO HAVE FUN!
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