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 MoreRed Challenge and Happy Holidays
This should be my final bicycle picture of the year – unless instead of packing I sneak out tomorrow for one last ride before we leave for our trip (without our bicycles – how can we!?). On December 10 we are flying to Bangkok. A visit to Cambodia to once again admire the magnificent temples … Continue reading "Red Challenge and Happy Holidays"
Read MoreHoliday/Monthly challenge: a red and a rescue
It’s Spain’s Constitution Day, and it seems appropriate to celebrate their holiday while we’re over here. When in Spain, do as the Spaniards do. Actually, we didn’t see anything very holidayish here in Mojácar on our day ride to El Marchal, but we did have an awesome ride. The featured photo is of a ladder snake … Continue reading "Holiday/Monthly challenge: a red and a rescue"
Read MoreDecember Challenge: Red in Rod
I assume the few citizens of Rodalquivar eventually just shorten their village’s name to Rod. I’m not that excited about today’s shot in Rodalquivar from our ride to Aqua Amarga because bougainvillea in bloom is still pretty common here. Like Em though, I’m not seeing a lot of reds in this environment and I feel … Continue reading "December Challenge: Red in Rod"
Read MoreDecember Challenge: Reds – Rural Style
The guys and I managed a short overnight ride to Beechworth on Wed/Thurs. We saw some reds along the way – though not in the concentration that you get in towns. If the challenge is ever brown or green, boy do I have an extensive range to work with. You can read about our ride … Continue reading "December Challenge: Reds – Rural Style"
Read MoreMIA In Monterey
We are still here!! Until the past two weeks I was riding Surly Girl daily…..you know the ‘normal’ ride. However, two weeks ago I was selected for Jury Duty in Salinas. The case is lasting at a minimum three weeks…..that means NO BIKE RIDES for me. The only good news is that just about that … Continue reading "MIA In Monterey"
Read MoreTHE UNBEARABLE REDNESS OF BIKING
“The depth of redness is an image of life’s most intense fulfillment. The deeper the red, the closer it becomes to the earth, the more real and truthful it becomes.” -A quote from The Unbearable Lightness of Being, by Milan Kundera, except that I substituted the “depth of redness” B.S. for the author’s meaningful thoughts on “heavy … Continue reading "THE UNBEARABLE REDNESS OF BIKING"
Read MoreDecember Challenge — Red
Tail light on the Western Flyer — attached to a Gen-U-Wine Pletcher carrier — undoubtably worth more than the WF 🙂 Purchased at Big R farm store (2 dollars!) Big R: “If they don’t have it, you don’t need it” Liddle Ford pick-em-up truck hitches a ride Back from a breezy ride in 23F … Continue reading "December Challenge — Red"
Read MoreNovember Gallery: Another month completed
November: Fog and Sun and Rain… A beautiful month of brilliant colors, moody fog, frosted mornings – and rain, for a bit of variety. I got 22 rides in this month bringing the total for the year so far up to 197. Just one more month to go for 2019. HERE IS MY PHOTO GALLERY … Continue reading "November Gallery: Another month completed"
Read MoreMORE REDS
I joined the club ride that my friend led today. This is her (somewhat) annual bike ride for the bike club and today was a fine day for it. The ride is on the trail ending up at Molbak’s Nursery — which is MUCH more than a nursery! Through the month of December, they always … Continue reading "MORE REDS"
Read MoreRed-dy for the December Challenge
My favorite color has always been red. I have red jackets, red shirts, red paniers… If there had been a red bike available when I bought my e-bike, it would have been red, too. So I am glad I am going to get a shot at this month’s challenge. We are going to be traveling … Continue reading "Red-dy for the December Challenge"
Read MoreDECEMBER CHALLENGE: REDS
Let’s get this party started ;’-) Most if not all of my posts for this challenge will actually be Red on Red ;-). It was a bit cold at 38 degrees this morning but I bundled up well and started a ride through my neighborhood. These first reds are actually right on my street. It … Continue reading "DECEMBER CHALLENGE: REDS"
Read MoreDecember Challenge: Red Fraggle
When I saw the topic of this month’s challenge, I immediately thought: I’ve got the perfect subject for this one. You cannot get more RED than Red Fraggle. If you don’t know Red, you can read about her here. December 1 in my part of Oz was blessedly cool and rainy. We are so low on … Continue reading "December Challenge: Red Fraggle"
Read MoreThanksgiving Challenge (modified)
Cornucopia borrowed from the Web It skipped my teflon coated sieve-like brain that we had had 40-50 mph winds — which may explain the absence of said turkey — either tucked away inside the house, or somewhere in Indiana! The squirrel seemed just fine but made no comment With Nancy’s permission, I submit a Black … Continue reading "Thanksgiving Challenge (modified)"
Read MoreHAPPY THANKSGIVING
On any of my rides in November, I have stopped for any photo that represents Thanksgiving —- for the Holidays Challenge. I was going to put this as a blog post in my blog, but as it a challenge here, I wanted to get it in here first. I may try to figure out how … Continue reading "HAPPY THANKSGIVING"
Read MoreChallenge of the Month, December 2019: Reds
Let’s try for a simpler, less controversial challenge this month, shall we? This month’s theme is the color red, used in any way that seems appropriate to you: as an accent, as the dominant color, as a Santa Claus suit, as a planet, as a flower, as a flag, as a pannier. The opportunities are … Continue reading "Challenge of the Month, December 2019: Reds"
Read MoreOh, summer
Yesterday we received the first serious rainfall of the season, which means fire weather might be behind us. Also thanks to the rain, our creeks are flowing again after the usual dry summer. And the rain brought cooler weather. The high today only reached about 50° F. I almost decided to phone RJ, Rich, and … Continue reading "Oh, summer"
Read MoreTHE GREAT PANNIER STORY
It is rather cold today — maybe 50? But that seems so very cold here by the water with what feels like icy wind on my face. I will be posting my Thanksgiving Holiday entry tomorrow, but in the mean time I wanted to share something. The story is about those green panniers. Rather than … Continue reading "THE GREAT PANNIER STORY"
Read MoreA DAY TO BE THANKFUL
First of all, I probably should begin by answering the question that is probably on all of your minds. YES, I did create that work of art at the top of the page–all by myself. I have to do this Holiday Challenge ride a day early because The Feeshko and I will be in Iowa … Continue reading "A DAY TO BE THANKFUL"
Read MoreNovember Sunset Ride
Sunset at JR’s Recyclables Said to be among the coldest Novembers on record, that didn’t deter some riding — in fact 21 of 25 days so far saw at least some excursion by bicycle. The 4 days not ridden occurred when a snow and then ice covered roads made riding a dicey thing to do. … Continue reading "November Sunset Ride"
Read MoreMonthly Challenge – finally finding a flag, kid or row of something
The last three months have been very busy. That’s not too good when you have a very finite level of energy. But we made it through – but that did mean not much riding or internet time, as all my energy was spent on work, study, attaining a new job and various medical stuff. However, … Continue reading "Monthly Challenge – finally finding a flag, kid or row of something"
Read MoreBike the Bridge, again
When I bicycled the grand opening of the new bike path on the Richmond – San Rafael Bridge last week, I expected to be able to photograph some interesting views from the top deck on the summit of the structure. Along with several hundred (maybe a couple thousand) other cyclists, I enjoyed the inaugural ride, … Continue reading "Bike the Bridge, again"
Read MoreOOM-PAH-PAH LACKING
My oom-pah-pah in our “moody” weather has indeed been lacking ;’-0. Though I have done a couple of rides, they are nothing to speak of. For the first time on an errand ride, I decided to try out our Travoy trailer for a grocery run. I truly like doing errands by bike, but am limited … Continue reading "OOM-PAH-PAH LACKING"
Read MoreThe ‘Kid’ does his first post.
Hi cycle touring people, I’m Joshua and I like downhill mountain biking and my favourite mountain biker is Sam Pilgrim, he does slopestyle, gravity enduro, Audi nine’s and many other famous MTB events. As much as I like Tom Cardy, Blake Samson and Matt jones, Sam is lit and has got to be my favourite. … Continue reading "The ‘Kid’ does his first post."
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
I’ve deleted this post, but am leaving its place here for the sake of the attached comments. The reactions to this month’s challenge have been quite a surprise to me, and educational. I’ve got mixed feelings about the subject but thank you all for sharing your thoughts. I’ll come up with something hopefully less controversial … 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: 29 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: 26 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: 35 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: 36 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: 36 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: 40 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: 33 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: 42 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: 38 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: 28 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: 23 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"
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