Entries from October 2006

October 11, 2006

Old Tour de France Quote

Back before blogs existed, I came across this quote about Lance Armstrong. I really liekd it and I saved it on my computer. I came across it today and I wondered where I could keep it and be able to find it again.
“There is an expansive wellspring of heroism in each of the riders. It [...]

October 9, 2006

Three Unions and a Windsor Redux

The Frederick Pedalers did a Three Unions and a Windsor ride back in June.  It was 53 miles long and it was hilly. My legs hurt after that one. Today, The Potomac Pedalers conducted a Three Unions and a Windsor ride. This one was 60 miles and just as hilly. The route was a somewhat [...]

October 5, 2006

First Night Ride

The Frederick Pedalers had their first night of the season today. I borrowed a headlight and tried it out. The weather is still warm, and great for riding. It was about 80 degrees when we started, but it is getting dark earlier. If you have to work all day like most people [...]

October 2, 2006

Bike Skills Are Not Hereditary

My daughter surprised me when she said that she wanted to take her bike with her to college, since she rarely rode it at home.  I am afraid to ask how this happened.