Cycle365 Challenges: Join Us!
Cycle365 Challenges are a great way to get inspired to ride, a great way to share your rides, and a great way to inspire others to ride. Cycle365 riders are welcome to add Challenges for themselves and others to share. To create a Challenge, just submit a post as usual with the rules and guidelines. … Continue reading "Cycle365 Challenges: Join Us!"
Read MoreGEESE & SQUIRRELS: A Multi-Media Nature Documentary
[In this part of the world, during this part of the year, two animals stand out as being particularly active. Geese and squirrels are so ubiquitous that most people do not even notice them. If they do notice them, they generally won’t give them a second thought. I notice them and I give them second, … Continue reading "GEESE & SQUIRRELS: A Multi-Media Nature Documentary"
Read MoreNovember’s Challenge:a kid in Córdoba
Thanks to everyone who has cautioned me about the hasardshazards of taking photographs of children. I’m being extra careful now, and either make strategic use of high security blinds or pick my subjects with care. I felt confident today because this girl was posing for her father, and he was aware that I was taking … Continue reading "November’s Challenge:a kid in Córdoba"
Read MoreChildren at Play
Just trying to think how to link today’s ride with our challenge of the month. On our ride through the forest we saw some interesting sculptures. No, actually I don’t think children had anything to do with them unless they were created for their entertainment. These interesting wood sculptures, made with a chain saw, are … Continue reading "Children at Play"
Read MoreBike the Bridge!
After decades during which bicycles were forbidden from crossing the Richmond – San Rafael Bridge, today the bike and pedestrian path across the bridge held its long-awaited grand opening, celebrated by hundreds if not thousands of cyclists. I was one of them. Read more at Bill Bikes Post Views: 22 Bill StoneThey call me Old … Continue reading "Bike the Bridge!"
Read MoreFollowing the Inn: Day 6
We woke up to rain. It had been predicted but we hoped against hope that it wouldn’t rain, or maybe not much, say, just a drizzle, anything that would make riding our bikes an option. But it was pouring. The next days were going to be more of the same. Great, the best of the … Continue reading "Following the Inn: Day 6"
Read MoreNovember Challenge: Just Kidding
The top picture is the street where I live. This is the closest I’m getting to satisfying the challenge, I guess. Post Views: 22 SuzanneI'm a US born ex-pat, having lived most of my adult life in Munich, Germany. Cycling and photography are my favorite things.
Read MoreNovember Challenge: Jackpot!
Taking pictures of kids on bikes isn’t that hard, really. Just shrewdly choose a well placed bind in a strategic spot, take position, and lurk (erm, I mean just patiently wait) for the right moment. Not hard if you’re a patient person, and don’t mind risking getting picked up as a perv. Me, I’m neither … Continue reading "November Challenge: Jackpot!"
Read MoreFollowing the Inn: Day 5
Somehow I never finished my journal. I wasn’t writing while on the road, but had every intention of posting the journal soon after we got home. That was about three months ago – and I have still to write the final chapter. What were the obstacles that kept me from writing? Was I so busy, … Continue reading "Following the Inn: Day 5"
Read MoreHere is what I saw — A Compilation
http://www.idot.illinois.gov/Assets/uploads/files/Travel-Information/Maps-&-Charts/Trails/Vermilion.pdf A compilation of photos over several years and rides. I find it interesting to see just the what might be called the Common Stuff of different places. Ive intended to takes photos, for example, of a ride to the Post Office and back — nothing particularly striking about that, but, since 365 is about … Continue reading "Here is what I saw — A Compilation"
Read MoreBlack Point
Marin County might be the wealthiest in California, but you wouldn’t know it from this odd little pocket east of Novato. After riding nearby last week, I consulted a map to double-check my route. It didn’t take long to notice this hidden—practically remote—area along the Petaluma River and the northwest shore of the Bay. The … Continue reading "Black Point"
Read MoreLoess Children
Loess is a wind blown and deposited silt from the glacial ages found in many areas once covered by sheets of glacial ice. When the glaciers retreated (melted back) large areas of transported materials were left behind. The wind subsequently picked up the smaller silt sized and finer particles and deposited them in thick layers, … Continue reading "Loess Children"
Read MoreHOLIDAYS CHALLENGE — VETERAN’S DAY
Interestingly, my ears hear just about everyone calling it ‘Vetran’s Day’). I was beginning to wonder if I was spelling it incorrectly. But no, I am correct that the word has three syllables. Though I did a ride today, I did not ride by an actual, posted named memorial. But — I did get this … Continue reading "HOLIDAYS CHALLENGE — VETERAN’S DAY"
Read MoreSOMETIMES YA JUST GOTTA FIGURE OUT A WAY TO MEET THE CHALLENGE
In this post you will read about a guy who not only completed the most difficult Monthly Challenge since monthly challenges were invented, but he also managed to work in a Holiday Challenge ride. Yes, you read it right–TWO CHALLENGING CHALLENGES IN ONE DAY! The November Monthly Challenge is problematic in that it involves taking … Continue reading "SOMETIMES YA JUST GOTTA FIGURE OUT A WAY TO MEET THE CHALLENGE"
Read MoreFire Tour
I haven’t been up to the burn zone since full containment was attained a couple of days ago, but I’ve certainly bicycled through the area on multiple occasions in the past. Here’s a collection of some of my photos of locales as seen before they were consumed by the Kincade Fire…. Read more at Bill … Continue reading "Fire Tour"
Read MoreVeterans Day
Entrance to the park Remembrance Monument to Veterans in McFerren Park The stone in front lists those killed in action Tribute along 7th street More Here Military Bicycles More Military Bicycles Post Views: 34 Rich-IllinoisVery much enjoy all the entries you all have provided -- great to see the everyday cycling … Continue reading "Veterans Day"
Read MoreNovember’s challenge: a few kids
First off, I have to apologize to the 365 crowd. It didn’t occur to me that this might be a sensitive subject. I’m so out of touch – my mind is still stuck back in mid last century somewhere, when life seemed much simpler. in any case, I did manage to find a few kids … Continue reading "November’s challenge: a few kids"
Read MoreDo Fur Kids Count?
That’s Max — not a kitten, but a definite fur kid Riding by Maple Elementary school at recess time there were plenty of kids around — given today’s situation — taking a photo was probably not a good idea Post Views: 35 Rich-IllinoisVery much enjoy all the entries you all have provided -- great to … Continue reading "Do Fur Kids Count?"
Read MoreRush Creek Open Space
Around here the official rainy season begins on 1 October. Based on annual averages, by now we should have received some significant rainfall. Not the case. Not a drop has fallen, and we’re dry. Dangerously dry. Santa Rosa and northern Sonoma County just survived—barely—the impact of multiple days of “public safety” power shutdowns, mandatory evacuations, … Continue reading "Rush Creek Open Space"
Read MoreA BEAUTIFUL FALL BIKE RIDE
We had been having some very cold days that made one take pause before actually taking a bike ride ;’-). I did bundle up against the cold a couple of times and got out for short jaunts around. But this day was a perfect day for a ride. The numerous Heron that were out thought … Continue reading "A BEAUTIFUL FALL BIKE RIDE"
Read MoreALL THE LEAVES ARE NOT BROWN (yet)
As I have mentioned in a post to Suzanne, I am attempting to embrace change ;’-). I am doing some of that by enjoying riding my bike through some of fall color around me. We have plenty of brown leaves that have fallen, but ALL the leaves are not yet brown. ;’-) On my very … Continue reading "ALL THE LEAVES ARE NOT BROWN (yet)"
Read MoreCycle Days Challenge: October
It’s been wonderful to experience the gradual change of seasons in our new surroundings, from spring to summer, summer to autumn, and now autumn full-fledged with pumpkins for sale on the roadside, mushrooms to be found in the forest, bright foliage and the occasional fog. I again was able to get out every day on … Continue reading "Cycle Days Challenge: October"
Read MoreBack to normal?
And I don’t mean Normal, Illinois. Still some smoke in the air, but trying to get back to usual routine. Slipped out the Greenway. Spotted new, “unauthorized” artwork along the trail, but in an awkward location where I couldn’t get into position to photograph the entire piece without a wide-angle lens. Vineyards turning autumn colors. … Continue reading "Back to normal?"
Read MoreNovember/holiday challenges: All Souls Day
I was rueing the fact that the November kid’s challenge came too late for Halloween this year, but little did I know that Portugal doesn’t celebrate Halloween. They celebrate All Souls Day, the day after Halloween and the first of November. Perfect for the November challenge, and perfect for doing double duty for the Holiday … Continue reading "November/holiday challenges: All Souls Day"
Read MoreHalloween
Our ‘understated’ Halloween Decorations 😉 And look, much to Greg’s chagrin (maybe) WE had SNOW!! A ton of little pumpkins Rode past this burning bush with snow Post Views: 36 Rich-IllinoisVery much enjoy all the entries you all have provided -- great to see the everyday cycling venues. Being in eastern Illinois, scenery … Continue reading "Halloween"
Read MoreBLAME NANCY G. FOR ISSUING A HOLIDAY CHALLENGE
I accepted Nancy’s Holliday Challenge and I warned her that it would involve ME telling stories about ME and MY Town. I quickly started posting my Halloween entry before she had the chance to say “No, not YOU Greg.” A very smart move on my part, I must say. I suppose she or anybody else … Continue reading "BLAME NANCY G. FOR ISSUING A HOLIDAY CHALLENGE"
Read MoreHOLIDAY DAY RIDING — OCTOBER
I am doing a challenge for myself, but anyone else may certainly join me. It is actually a year-long challenge. Ride and take a photo with or without bike in the picture, on the DAY OF A HOLIDAY each month. Doesn’t matter which holiday, and you may recognize a holiday that not everyone else does. … Continue reading "HOLIDAY DAY RIDING — OCTOBER"
Read MoreLAST MINUTE CHALLENGES ARE FOR THE BIRDS (But Here’s My Entry Anyway)
Of the 10 or so pictures I took in October, almost all of them are flags and NONE of them are birds. Obviously this last minute challenge is a dirty trick of the highest order, but I’m the kind of guy who turns lemons into something that resembles lemonade. So the way I saw it, … Continue reading "LAST MINUTE CHALLENGES ARE FOR THE BIRDS (But Here’s My Entry Anyway)"
Read MoreSpecial October challenge: birds
Here’s a special challenge – show us your best bird photo from October. You’d better hurry though – there are only a few hours left, for those of you that haven’t moved on to November already anyway. Here’s mine, a shot of a Griffon vulture taken yesterday on the ancient walls that surround old Mertola, … Continue reading "Special October challenge: birds"
Read MoreDeja vu all over again
Two years ago Santa Rosa suffered major loss of lives, homes, and property when a wildfire swept across the northern part of town, just a couple of blocks from us. This year the fire was a couple of miles farther to the north when it was finally stopped — we hope — last night. This … Continue reading "Deja vu all over again"
Read MoreChallenge of the month, November 2019: let’s hear it for the children!
This month’s challenge was inspired by Halloween, because it’s such a great time for children watching. Unfortunately Halloween falls in October this year, but maybe you could trick the judges and treat us with an early entry. Whatever. This month is dedicated to children – yours, trick or treaters, kids on bikes, waifs on the … Continue reading "Challenge of the month, November 2019: let’s hear it for the children!"
Read MoreMY LAST WAVES FOR THE FLAG CHALLENGE
These banner/flags are everywhere but I chose to post photos of only two. Again, the wind did not cooperate very well for our state flag photo. And a bit of a tribute to our fall season. Seems that here — it is transitioning all too quickly to winter!! Post Views: 34 NancyG
Read MoreBANNER AND 12
What I liked about this banner is that it felt refreshing after seeing all the ghosts, goblins and monsters on exhibit in all the yards. Those are fun, but this struck me as a ‘refreshing’ change. As well, I rather appreciated the bike as a backdrop ;’-). Being the 12th man for the Seattle Seahawks, … Continue reading "BANNER AND 12"
Read MoreOctober Challenge — sort of
New Giro with Retro Bell bicycle helmet stripes added Raleigh ready for a short loop ride around south of town Tote preparing for pick up tomorrow Soybeans harvested Corn ready to go Cardinals Fan — disappointed — maybe next year And right next door — Blue W left over from Cubs World Series win And … Continue reading "October Challenge — sort of"
Read MoreA different sort of “flag”
The Iris is known as a ‘flag’ in the UK. Not sure about in Australia but as I am from the UK I believe it’s an OK term. Anyway, Sue planted a lot of Irises along the side fence and, after they went berserk,she has been digging them up. This one survived or reappeared and … Continue reading "A different sort of “flag”"
Read MoreOctober Challenge — Attn: Lednar
Not quite the same as having a real deal Green Bay flag in hand Happened to see this on a ride to the Post Office and thought Randell might appreciate it. 🙂 This isnt exactly Green Bay territory — former neighbor was from Wiscowsin and actually has a Cheese Head hat. Post Views: 39 Rich-IllinoisVery … Continue reading "October Challenge — Attn: Lednar"
Read MoreWest County
I’ve been enjoying plenty of off-road riding with the Ogre lately, especially on trails in our local parks. Today, having almost beaten a never-ending computer project into submission, I decided I needed to get out and stretch my legs for a few miles on pavement. Off I went into the wild west county, where they … Continue reading "West County"
Read MoreTotally flagged
Well, here’s luck of a sort. We found another pair of flags flying low enough to work well with the bike. And it was really lucky that the wind was so strong that they’re blowing out like sheets of cardboard. The flag on the left is the national flag of Spain, and the other is … Continue reading "Totally flagged"
Read MoreA BANNER BY ANY OTHER NAME IS (I THINK) A FLAG
I had some time to do just one more shortish ride around Elk Grove before taking off for our meandering trip home. Saw this banner at Laguna (many things around here have the word ‘Laguna” as a descriptor) High School. There was some game or something about to happen on this Saturday ride as I … Continue reading "A BANNER BY ANY OTHER NAME IS (I THINK) A FLAG"
Read MoreSearching for flags
On a ride along the Swan River northside my initial plan was foiled by a complete lack of wind which makes taking photos of flags pretty sub-optimal. Luckily around the city a breeze kicked in and I grabbed some snaps along Riverside Drive of some City of Perth tourism flags. Also here is my holiday … Continue reading "Searching for flags"
Read MoreRhymes with Flag
Flags have been very hard to find in the areas I ride. Aussies don’t tend to fly flags in their yards much and I haven’t been by businesses in business hours to get any business-related flags. The only Aussie flag I have found sits outside a house that has an old caravan and many old … Continue reading "Rhymes with Flag"
Read MoreKRT 2019
Trestle over the Middle Fork River near Danville This will become part of the KRT once renovations are made Rich, Dave, and Dwight ride the Kickapoo Rail Trail — (link includes a video) After the River to Rail ride, we decided to try to get in a few more out of area rides before the … Continue reading "KRT 2019"
Read MoreThese ‘flags’ need no wind
Camping near Elk Grove at Rancho Seco with Kate, our five year old Grand, I spied these as a challenge entry. Seems anything remotely like a flag qualifies. As we are somewhat on the move, I have limited opportunities for bike riding, but the rides I have done here in California have been delightful. I … Continue reading "These ‘flags’ need no wind"
Read MoreTolay Again
Despite increasingly shrill warnings from Pacific Gas & Electric—they who already admitted liability for previous conflagrations and dozens of deaths, and who entered bankruptcy in order to protect their asses, I mean assets—about the likelihood of an impending shutdown of the electric grid across northern California to prevent more wildfires sparked by their power lines, … Continue reading "Tolay Again"
Read MoreOctober Challenge
Flags at the floral shop United States Marine Corps Flag Chicago Cubs fan Another Cubs fan University of Michigan fan Trump fan Another Trump fan directly across the street Happy Fall! Post Views: 34 Rich-IllinoisVery much enjoy all the entries you all have provided -- great to see the everyday cycling venues. Being in eastern … Continue reading "October Challenge"
Read MoreA flag as a Wind Sock
Biking along route 89 from Truckee to the Tahoe River bike trail and into Tahoe City is not a long ride, and there is not much to see until you get to the meandering River Trail. But —- I think this flag will fly for the challenge. Post Views: 34 NancyG
Read MoreA flag in Toro
I’ve been surprised to find that this challenge is harder than I expected – maybe the hardest one yet for me. There are plenty of flags around, but I’ve been looking for one that would work well in a photo with a bike. It’s a problem – the flags are always way up in the … Continue reading "A flag in Toro"
Read MoreLocal flag at half-mast
Not terribly picturesque but the picture does show flags. I am trying “Pray Flags” on the trike but they are not getting much response. Except – “I didn’t see them!”. So I suspect you won’t see them either and will concentrate on the subject – the flag at half-mast. The green fence surrounds the Longford … Continue reading "Local flag at half-mast"
Read MoreTHE FLAGS SALUTE THE WIND
Today’s bike ride was dedicated solely to finding some flags to photograph for the monthly challenge. After only two minutes of riding the streets of MY Town, I could already see that this was going to be the EASIEST monthly challenge in the entire history of monthly challenges. I must say, until this morning, I … Continue reading "THE FLAGS SALUTE THE WIND"
Read MoreCycle Days Challenge: September
Last month my goal was one ride and photo every day. Sometimes it was an effort, either due to rainy weather or a tight schedule or I just didn’t feel like it. But I succeeded and it became a habit. Although I had no such goal for September, again I found myself trying to get … Continue reading "Cycle Days Challenge: September"
Read MoreOctober Challenge
Flags honoring the Fire and Police Departments Flags — fender emblem from an Oldsmobile Cutlass Ciera I needed Help with a few of those The Lanes appear to be Trump fans Buy Here – Pay Here – Credit for Everyone!! Post Views: 32 Rich-IllinoisVery much enjoy all the entries you all have provided -- great … Continue reading "October Challenge"
Read MoreFlags
Riding around here in Elk Grove and looking for anything interesting. Well found a couple of flag pics to post. Will be here for about another week but not sure how much riding I will be able to get it’s. As much as I can at least ;’-0. Post Views: 40 NancyG
Read MoreFollowing the Inn, Day 4
Finally, the next sequel of our ride…Again great weather, sunny but not too hot. The route is flat with a very gradual but steady gain of altitude, mountains to either side, prettier than yesterday although we are again frequently within earshot of the highway. You can read more HERE: Post Views: 33 SuzanneI'm a US … Continue reading "Following the Inn, Day 4"
Read MoreKeep the Flag Flying
I guess it’s time to rally around the flag. I’ve been off the grid for a while, kind of incommunicado. Sometimes life throws stuff at you. Worries about ones you love, insomnia, no energy. And things pass, life goes on. Janos and I are ok, healthy and pedaling. We’ve had some wonderful fall days, and … Continue reading "Keep the Flag Flying"
Read MoreOctober Challenge
Stars and Stripes — POW/MIA — State of Illinois flags Memorial at McFerren Park Patriotic Tribute to Veterans They called JULIE prior to installing a new gas line Post Views: 49 Rich-IllinoisVery much enjoy all the entries you all have provided -- great to see the everyday cycling venues. Being in eastern Illinois, scenery certainly … Continue reading "October Challenge"
Read MoreExploring double track
Wandering around. Stopped to photograph flags at city hall. Explored double track along Santa Rosa Creek, although it was actually not very exciting or scenic, and it came to a sudden end. Read more at Bill Bikes Post Views: 27 Bill StoneThey call me Old Grumble-Face. I have no idea why they do that....
Read MoreJumping the Gun, But, Its Not a Flag anyway
Went out for a look around for Scooter’s latest vexing challenge into Vexillology, and I did find several examples that would quality. This is not one of them — most Vexillologists would agree, a wind sock in not a flag, but, its sorta like a flag. An air filled flag (with appropriate wind conditions as … Continue reading "Jumping the Gun, But, Its Not a Flag anyway"
Read MoreEquinox Challenge from the verandah
I live about 17kms east of the city and from my veranda I notice the position of the sunset on the horizon change constantly but sometimes the clouds don’t want to co-operate. Astronomy fascinates me, these two photos were taken two days apart and the city skyline creates a great reference point. Do you know … Continue reading "Equinox Challenge from the verandah"
Read MoreI got one last in line…
I think this will qualify for September’s In Line Challenge. I also found a couple of depictions of “Champ”. Now I know what to look for. These photos are a few that are in my blog HERE if you are interested. We head home today so farewell to Vermont. Post Views: 25 NancyG
Read MoreChallenge of the month, October 2019: Flagging interest
With the coldest and wettest (or hottest and driest, depending) part of the year on the horizon, is your cycling interest flagging? If so, we’ve got just the challenge to revive it: Flags! National, regional, ecumenical, corporate; straight out in a gale force wind, lightly luffing in a breeze, completely limp; up a pole, on … Continue reading "Challenge of the month, October 2019: Flagging interest"
Read MoreBADGES FOR SUZANNE
I found these relics and thought of Suzanne’s collection of head badges. If you want more, go HERE. Looks like we might get rained out of our last day of riding today, but I try to remain hopeful. Post Views: 27 NancyG
Read MoreIn Quebec — Riding in Vermont
I am having a great time — even in the rain! We had our first ride yesterday and are about to leave for today’s ride — again in Vermont. I don’t know if we will ever ride in Quebec, but the riding and country in this part of Vermont is beautiful. If interested in more: HERE … Continue reading "In Quebec — Riding in Vermont"
Read MoreIn Line with the Equinox
I was going to snap a photo of the sun at noon (1PM CDT) — got busy and forgot 🙁 The Sun was 50 degrees above the horizon at noon This photo is 4PM CDT (2100 GMT/UTC) still, the sun has descended 23.5 degrees from the Summer Solstice and will continue another 23.5 degree at … Continue reading "In Line with the Equinox"
Read MoreHot and dry
After several days buried in an all-consuming computer project with no time for or thought of anything else (including keeping up with Cycle365), today I managed to escape for a quick jaunt out the Greenway. Sonoma County is hot and dry—see photo of waterless Brush Creek—and we are poised to have Pacific Gas & Electric … Continue reading "Hot and dry"
Read MoreMORE LINES???
I fly out tonight for Burlington and my Road Scholar bike tour in Quebec. I wanted to get in one more ride before leaving. And what should happen but I find at least one in-line photo. Even if the second one does not meet the criteria, it was whimsical to see and I had to … Continue reading "MORE LINES???"
Read MoreThe Prairie Is In Bloom Like Never Before
The headline and the featured photo say it all: Never before in the history of Minnesota prairies has the landscape been so alive with color as it is today at Dakota County’s Spring Lake Park. At least I’VE never seen it in such beautiful bloom before, and I come from a school of thought that says … Continue reading "The Prairie Is In Bloom Like Never Before"
Read MoreTEA AND BIKE TOUR
Ok — bike tour might be a “stretch”, but we did have a tour on the bike. Confused? If interested, you can read about it on my blog HERE Not much in miles, but what a wonderful biking and tea experience on a sunny day that was bookended with rain! I do love combining biking with … Continue reading "TEA AND BIKE TOUR"
Read MoreRiding the Loop
Today a link to my BLOG … … … I have been neglecting my blog, it’s been over two months since my last entry. But now I again feel the need for writing there. This is where I write for myself, post the pictures I like, this is where I think the least about what … Continue reading "Riding the Loop"
Read MoreEquinox in Tasmania
This picture was a day early because I won’t be at home this evening. Yes, the driveway is pretty much oriented east / west. The Winter Solstice picture. From now the sun will “walk” south (left) for the next 3 months and we should enjoy some warm weather. This week there has been a run … Continue reading "Equinox in Tasmania"
Read MoreFalling into line with some Aboriginal skeleton warriors
On the cycle to the Climate Strike Day from work I sprung into line with these guys. Lots of protesters and students at the Rally, not happy the way we’re wrecking the planet and destroying their future. So where am I? Don’t like crowds so I cycled back to work and stopped … Continue reading "Falling into line with some Aboriginal skeleton warriors"
Read MoreSeptember Challenge — In Line
(Some fairly non de-script in line photos — except maybe the contrail one) In Line with chain link fence Aligned with parking posts and light standards at the soccer field (Field Offices/Garceaus in background) In Line with Jet contrail Post Views: 22 Rich-IllinoisVery much enjoy all the entries you all have provided -- great to … Continue reading "September Challenge — In Line"
Read MoreI’ve Been Warned!
Warning! The Equinox is just a few days away — sun is rapidly moving southward Im staying on this side of the fence! (Mercaptan is used to put the odor in natural gas) No digging without JULIE’s permission Sharp turns where townships meet (At 8 mph not a serious problem) Seems to be a lot … Continue reading "I’ve Been Warned!"
Read MoreIn Line At Home
Today is one of maybe two that will be dry for a ride. At least that is what the forecasters say. We all know how that goes. We got home last evening and I took a chance to ask my friend Cindy if she was able to ride today. Fortunately she was so I rode … Continue reading "In Line At Home"
Read MoreGet in Line!
How was that again – I’d walk a mile for a camel? Yesterday when we drove in to Munich, I saw these camels and knew that I would certainly cycle some miles for a few shots of them. So I was back again today by bike and with my camera. I hope that wasn’t too … Continue reading "Get in Line!"
Read MoreAnother In Line + Big Foot ;’-0
Our last day for THIS adventure, before leaving in a week for my next one, I rode a shortish part of the route, and found one in-line — and… …this evidence that Big Foot had crossed my path — just before I had gotten there! And here is my in line find ;’-) The wheels … Continue reading "Another In Line + Big Foot ;’-0"
Read MoreOut of Line
What’s my line? I don’t really understand the Challenge of the Month for September. In addition, I’ve been busy trying not to fall off the Ogre while pedaling up and down steep, bumpy trails; too busy to look for lines or rows or columns or queues or phalanxes. So I have nothing new to offer, … Continue reading "Out of Line"
Read MoreSonoma Mountain
Over the last few days I’ve made a point of taking the Ogre on trails in some of our parks in Sonoma County along Highway 12. That means in the Sonoma Valley, in the Mayacamas Mountains on the east side of the valley, and the Sonoma Mountains on the west side. Today’s destination? The summit … Continue reading "Sonoma Mountain"
Read MoreIN LINE IN SANDPOINT IDAHO
Working our way toward home we took the scenic route 200 from our friends home in Missoula to Sandpoint Idaho where we would spend two nights. We rode around town this day and I got two more in lines ;’-) The parking signs were at the marina and they whimsically had the no fishing sign … Continue reading "IN LINE IN SANDPOINT IDAHO"
Read MoreA Line of Cyclists
Colin took this picture during Sunday’s Launceston (TAS) Tweed Ride. The riders are on top of the Levee that protects Launceston from flooding. The surface up there is bumpy with large gravel. Bluey took the bumps better than Red Magnum so Colin took a more comfortable detour and waited for us to return. There is … Continue reading "A Line of Cyclists"
Read MoreLONG LINES OF CARS
(Sorry about the unsteadiness of that first video folks. I used an old phone for that one.) Post Views: 37 gregbloodHi. My name is Greg and I ride my bike a lot. That is to say, I ride my bike almost every day. I go on long … Continue reading "LONG LINES OF CARS"
Read MoreSonoma Valley
Sonoma Valley Regional Park, about fifteen minutes away by car, is a pleasant, compact chunk of the county that’s not nearly as flat as the name might indicate. Because it’s overshadowed by some of its closer, bigger, and more interesting neighbors, it’s a park I don’t visit much. I think I’ve hiked it two or … Continue reading "Sonoma Valley"
Read MoreSeptember Challenge — In Line
In line with street seam, street, and trash carts, totes, toters, or Herbie Curbys according to ones location. Automated garbage trucks are relatively new here, (yes, we have dial phones now 😉 ) — sure beats the old way of pick up, drive 50 feet, climb out, pick up, drive another 50 feet, climb out, … Continue reading "September Challenge — In Line"
Read MoreField Offices Galore!
I kind of thought I was finished finding in line things, and then I had two popped out at me on my morning ride ;’-) First I saw the field of field offices… …so, of course there was a line up. And another fence of a different kind. A good solo ride along the Clark … Continue reading "Field Offices Galore!"
Read MoreSeptember’s challenge: Bakeoven Road
I’m pleased with how this month’s challenge is going so far. Lots of participation, lots of creative contributions. Keep it up! Here are my entries for now, but I’m sure more will follow. The featured image is from our ride up Bakeoven Road to Shaniko through the high desert. A great ride, through a beautiful … Continue reading "September’s challenge: Bakeoven Road"
Read MoreRiver to Rail Ride 2019
The ride is a fund raiser for continued construction of the Kickapoo Rail Trail When completed, the trail will be 24 miles long and connect Danville and Urbana, Illinois along an abandoned CSX rail line Two Raleighs loaded and off to pick up a 3rd rider Immediately, the Check Engine light came on, followed by … Continue reading "River to Rail Ride 2019"
Read MoreSuperior Staying In Line ;’-)
Superior Montana that is ;’-). While others fly fish, I bike ;-0. Susan joined me this time, but she was sure to bring along her fishing gear for a planned stop at a river in Lolo National Forest. These flowers faced the sun so I had to face in the wrong direction to get them. … Continue reading "Superior Staying In Line ;’-)"
Read MoreTrees in Line
I have just drunk my Sunday morning coffee having dressed in Tweed for today’s Launceston Junction Art Festival’s Tweed Ride. While quenching thirst I caught up with the “In Line” entries. So many and so good but I hadn’t time to comment on each – so here is another! The picture is of a row … Continue reading "Trees in Line"
Read MoreSeptember Challenge — In Line
In line with brick walls and alley In line with brick wall and ivy vines -or- As Dizzy Dean, the baseball broadcaster, once referred to the ivy at Wrigley Field — those “poison ivy vines” In line with culverts — Grant Township Road District Post Views: 18 Rich-IllinoisVery much enjoy all the entries you all … Continue reading "September Challenge — In Line"
Read MoreHood Mountain
Only eight miles?!? It felt more like a hundred, given the steepness, heat, and swarms of gnats attempting to take up residence in my eyes, ears, nose, and mouth. Not having bicycled through Hood Mountain Regional Park in almost three years (although I hike there far more often), I decided it was time to give … Continue reading "Hood Mountain"
Read MoreA Pivot Line
Pivots are irrigation devices that pivot around a huge lump of concrete. They can be many units long and the wonders of electric motors and GPS keep them in line while performing a 360° circle issuing water to the crops. Friends who have flown to Hobart in summer say the countryside has been transformed by … Continue reading "A Pivot Line"
Read MoreIN LINE: My White Period
We are now on our RVing adventure and so far no chance to ride my bike! But that will come soon. I may not find in in-line things while traveling, but will try to post something of what I see. In the mean time here is my white period collection that I have just now … Continue reading "IN LINE: My White Period"
Read MoreMID-WEEK QUEST
Wednesday 6th September Today’s plan to visit the town of Burford (located on the edge of the Cotswolds) were thwarted when I found the Charney Bassett to Buckland road was closed due to major roadworks. Not wishing to follow the recommended diversion onto the very busy A420, I chose to change plans and head for … Continue reading "MID-WEEK QUEST"
Read MoreSummer Has Finally Arrived
We always tell everyone our best time of the year is September/October. It came exactly on September 1st this year and so far it’s been great. The fog is either non existent or it is definitely blown out by noon. Just in time to enjoy a nice ride in the sun. … Continue reading "Summer Has Finally Arrived"
Read MoreJust checking…
…to see if this photo qualifies for the Challenge of the Month. My grumble-faced brothers were here for my son’s wedding, so we all got in a line, then aligned my LHT to match, although the photo is taken straight on rather than from an end of the line. May we have a ruling from … Continue reading "Just checking…"
Read MoreCycle Days Challenge: August
My goal for August was to get a ride and picture every day. There were some rainy days, some lazy days, a sick day and computer problems where I thought I might have lost all my pictures. It was a struggle. HERE is the story with pictures, mainly pictures, on my website page. Post Views: … Continue reading "Cycle Days Challenge: August"
Read MoreStill In Line
When biking in a group ride, it is difficult to impossible to stop for photos. On the ride to and back from the ride start I did stop a few times for lines ;’-) I had a great ride with the group of five on this sunny and rather warm day. We are lingering in … Continue reading "Still In Line"
Read MoreEbikes in US National Parks
As of 31 August, all US national parks have been given 30 days to implement new policies for ebikes, which have until now been prohibited on trails and bike paths in all national parks. The gist of the new regulations are thus: (1) Ebikes may be used on all park bike paths and trails which … Continue reading "Ebikes in US National Parks"
Read MoreSeptember Challenge — In Line
Line of missing soybean plants — way out there (Closest rows were planted left to right so the line isn’t present) Where the corn field meets the bean field Raleigh aligns with center pivot irrigation system Post Views: 20 Rich-IllinoisVery much enjoy all the entries you all have provided -- great to see the everyday … Continue reading "September Challenge — In Line"
Read MoreStaying in Line
It took me a couple of days to figure out what “fall back in line” meant, namely that you have to go to the back end of the line. I shall continue to disregard what place in the line my bicyle is if the picture pleases me. And maybe the bicycle won’t even be in … Continue reading "Staying in Line"
Read MoreFALL IN LINE #2
On my solo ride around my neighborhood I found some nice in lines. I guess this could be called the Blue Period. Post Views: 39 NancyG
Read More“A STRAIGHT LINE EXISTS BETWEEN ME AND THE GOOD THING.” -Talking Heads
Hi again, folks. As Jack Nicholson said in The Shining, “I’M BA-A-A-A-CK!” I don’t actually believe anybody noticed (or cared) that I’ve been gone, but I’ll tell you a little about what I’ve been doing anyway. I was on a three week bike tour, mostly in the state of Washington. I enjoyed it immensely. August was … Continue reading "“A STRAIGHT LINE EXISTS BETWEEN ME AND THE GOOD THING.” -Talking Heads"
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