to the future...

Thought I'd share some video of riding a bicycle along Coast Highway in one of the more congested parts of the San Diego coast is like...it is not for those who are not aware and alert, but is typical of what would be a bicycle tour down the coast.





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A pretty good article I found in an unlikely source (Alternet)...it explains why in simple terms. It makes sense, especially the last point about women being an indicator of a bike friendly city. Posted on Dreamwidth

I keep hearing a bunch of crap from the conservative side of the political spectrum about socialism and Agenda 21 and all their other phobias about how Obama wants to 'Europeanize' this country. Here is one way that this country can transform, and the Dutch changed when they realized that they did not want to be dependent on oil. We can make this country better, even if a large number of conservatives want to hide under their tin foil hats.

Watch this video... think about the cities near you.



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Just got back from Palm Desert... it was warm down there and half of the time I was running into a 10 to 15 mph headwind... It was fun though. 

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Seems Oakland isn't all about bad cops or a mayor who is a fraud... this cafe promotes good causes and has fun doing it.... Looks like an idea that could be transplanted to other communities. Posted on Dreamwidth

How about setting a record at 100 years old? That just happened when a French cyclist set a new speed record for people his age... and he didn't start riding a bike till he was 78! Posted on Dreamwidth

I took a bike ride today, combining a visit to my pharmacy and a bit of exploring. I started by driving to Corona and exiting the SR91 freeway at Green River Drive. I then off loaded my bicycle and started my ride down the Santa Ana River trail. At this point I was technically still in Corona and about 12 miles from my destination. I had checked the weather before i left, knowing that any wind on the return trip would make the trip more difficult.

The trip went well on the downward leg. Anyone who thinks a river trail is flat would be strongly advised to forget that. It took a bit over an hour to get to the pharmacy and lock up the bike. I got what I wanted at the pharmacy and started my return trip.

By this time a 'gentle breeze' had started to blow, maybe 5 to 10 mph, but in this case it was a headwind. No real problem though, it just forces you to use a lower gear and put a bit more effort into the journey. My body needed fuel, so I took a lunch break at In-N-Out burger in Yorba Linda near Imperial Highway. It tasted great. Refreshed and re-fueled I continued my trek eastward.

By now it was getting warm, there wasn't much shade about. I found myself going through a lot more water than planned, but had no real problem till the last two miles when I was out of water. I'll do better planing next time (yes, there will be a next time)

Along the way there were a lot of migrating waterfowl to be seen along the trail.

There are pictures, including some of a memorial to a homeless man who was frequently sen along the trail...here is a link..

Overall the trip was rewarding, it was challenging, and I did my errand by not using a car...




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The day before yesterday when I was riding my bike it was less difficult than the day before. I did discover something as I loaded the bike in the truck. Brake adjustments are key, as any little resistance can add to a lot of effort to keep moving...and my rear disk brake was dragging just a bit so I was burning extra calories without knowing it. I will be sure to adjust my brakes and the bike, while easy to ride, will become much easier, especially climbing hills. I sometimes forget that maintenance is vital to keep things running well and how a simple thing, just slightly out of adjustment can have a big impact on how things go.

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Some leftovers from the other day when it was a bit wetter and the ground was much softer...



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Want to live a long healthy life? Read this... a little bike ride can do wonders...  Posted on Dreamwidth