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 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: 29 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: 30 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: 28 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: 34 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: 27 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: 46 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: 25 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: 22 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: 25 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: 17 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: 35 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: 15 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: 19 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: 35 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"
Read MoreSeptember Challenge — In Line
A street scene/seam Keeping Huffy on the straight and narrow “World Famous” Sprague Road 😉 Containers, once traveling the world’s oceans to storage in an old parking lot Post Views: 20 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 "September Challenge — In Line"
Read MoreOn the board: Springing back in line
It has been a very BUSY four days of moving house and cleaning the old place. But the guys and I did get out for a lazy six kms after running errands for much of the day today. I should have been resting after such a big expenditure of energy Friday-Sunday, but the mtn bike … Continue reading "On the board: Springing back in line"
Read MoreSeptember Challenge — In Line
From Illinois, the expected –> Raleigh aligned with corn field And then, a soybean field Raleigh aligned with road, roadside, poles, wires, and corn field Parked going the ‘wrong way’ 🙂 Raleigh aligned with rails and tree lines Interesting intersecting (almost!) contrails Raleigh was aligned with the one running from top to bottom, it really … Continue reading "September Challenge — In Line"
Read MoreSeptember Challenge: In Line
It’s still summery warm here although the first of September. I went on a little ride-around in the evening, rain was threatening but I only caught a few sprinkles. Post Views: 34 SuzanneI'm a US born ex-pat, having lived most of my adult life in Munich, Germany. I have three kids and eight grandchildren - … Continue reading "September Challenge: In Line"
Read MoreSeptember Fall In Line
On an errand run this morning I was not actually looking for a photo when this one popped up. I know that this first one qualifies, as the line is going in the direction that I am traveling, but does the second one? Does a line that is perpendicular to your line of travel quality … Continue reading "September Fall In Line"
Read MoreQUICK CHALLENGE
Just had time to ride into town for some supplies before we went out. Trees and railings in Abingdon’s Southern Park. Civic flowers and railings at this riverside setting. Bike – Dawes Galaxy. Journey – Solo. Distance – 5 miles. Post Views: 21 DJG
Read MoreLAST SATURDAY’S QUEST
Saturday 24th August. I must have had a senior moment as I’m sure I posted this ride last week, but sadly no. Today’s mission would take me to Chawley and then to a village I’ve never been to before North Hinksey. Harvesting is in full swing. Though not all crops are ready. Last house in … Continue reading "LAST SATURDAY’S QUEST"
Read MoreOne more Tree for August
We all know that I do not know much about trees. Let me take a stab at this one and venture that it might be a Red Leaf Maple? But of course, I am up for any corrections ;’-). I was surprised to find this one last tree on my ride today. Now I will … Continue reading "One more Tree for August"
Read MoreAvenue of Trees at King’s Park
Well in a few hours it’ll be spring here (1st Sept). So here’s my mixed challenge entry ‘Spring back in line’ with Lemon Scented Gum trees at Kings Park near the city, each one has a plaque for fallen soldiers in front of it. Post Views: 64 Lednar De NallohI live in the hills just … Continue reading "Avenue of Trees at King’s Park"
Read MoreAugust Challenge: the Portland Heritage Tree Quest
Last day of August! I’ve just got time for one last challenge post before closing the book. This one has lots of trees, but I featured the skeleton of a dying Sycamore maple out of respect. The post as a whole though might interest both tree and quest fans, because it’s the first stage of … Continue reading "August Challenge: the Portland Heritage Tree Quest"
Read MoreChallenge of the Month: September, 2019
Just a reminder that there are still a few days left in August, so there’s time left to share with us that favorite tree you’ve been procrastinating on. For those impatient types or folks that like to think ahead a bit though (we’re looking at you, Suzanne), here’s the challenge for September. This month’s theme … Continue reading "Challenge of the Month: September, 2019"
Read MoreAugust challenge: American Elm
There are still a few days left in the month, but I think this will be the last tree for me in the August challenge. I’ve been reminded that it’s time to come up with a new theme, and I’m a pretty poor multitasker. One thing at a time, that’s my motto. Today’s tree, a … Continue reading "August challenge: American Elm"
Read MoreA Tree for All Seasons
I don’t know what kind of tree it is, but it is kind of a landmark here. It’s been standing for many years and I hope it stays for a while longer. I think it’s beautiful and it’s certainly going to be a good subject to photograph in autumn and winter, too. As for Day … Continue reading "A Tree for All Seasons"
Read MoreHaystack – San Antonio
Until a few years ago, bicycling directly between Petaluma and Novato meant taking your life in your hands on Highway 101. Read more at Bill Bikes Post Views: 22 Bill StoneThey call me Old Grumble-Face. I have no idea why they do that....
Read MoreMore Trees and Day Three
Shot from a ride in the nearby woods, I never get tired of pictures of trees. On Day 3 of our ride along the Inn I write: I am surprised and happy to see that my clothes have dried overnight. We have no scary adventures today. The route is one of the less remarkable sections … Continue reading "More Trees and Day Three"
Read MoreA Tree and Day Two
Larch, pine, spruce, yew, fir? I don’t think I’ll ever be able to identify the conifers although I usually recognize one as an evergreen when I see it. This one is a ??? Took the picture on the second day of our trip, in the meadows of the Isar. Since I am sure you want … Continue reading "A Tree and Day Two"
Read MoreBlue Gum. Eucalyptus Globulus
I cycled past this Blue Gum then turned and went back. The Blue Gum flowers are a critical food source for the endangered Swift Parrot. The Swift Parrots come across to Tasmania (from mainland Australia) in Spring to breed and, on arrival, have to seek the flowering trees. Blue Gums don’t flower every year – … Continue reading "Blue Gum. Eucalyptus Globulus"
Read MoreAugust challenge: the Kali pine
Actually, I think it’s probably a lodgepole pine. With its many arms though, it reminds me of Kali, the Hindu goddess with ten arms. It doesn’t look like it would be much use for making lodgepoles either, does it? We saw this lovely specimen yesterday on our ride to Chinook Landing, a spot on the … Continue reading "August challenge: the Kali pine"
Read MoreKennekuk Cove County Park
Raleigh at the entrance to the park The park is named for Kennekuk known as the Kickapoo Prophet — medicine man and spiritual leader — he lived most of his life in East Central Illinois along the Vermilion River From Vermilion County Conservation District: Founded in 1974, Kennekuk County Park is 3000 acres in size … Continue reading "Kennekuk Cove County Park"
Read MoreTime Is On My Side……….
Well we hope it is…….sure does seem to fly by lately. One day I think of doing something and then before I know it two/three weeks have passed. Again we’ve been out and about on our bikes a lot……sometimes together and sometimes separate. I have to admit with my now 3 (yes 3 part time … Continue reading "Time Is On My Side………."
Read MoreNot quite following the rules
The guys and I got out for a ride last Saturday and got a few pics for the August Challenge of very common trees in our area. However, I neglected to get a picture of the bike at any time, so we didn’t quite follow the rules. See that ride HERE. To make up for that, … Continue reading "Not quite following the rules"
Read MoreAugust Challenge #10
Silvery Russian Olive Russian Olive still at the shrub phase Sweetgum Redbud @ former residence 🙁 Crimson Maple — beautiful bright red in the fall Wild Cherry Northern Red Oak — Maple on the right Oak Leaves Sumac in the foreground Unidentified Evergreen Close up of needles — a cultivar of Scotch Pine or Fir? … Continue reading "August Challenge #10"
Read MoreHomage to Garceau
Now that Greg has returned from his successful bicycle tour, I thought I should welcome him home with a photo of one of his favorite subjects. Greetings from the land of many porta-potties! (Photo taken at the start-finish line for tomorrow’s Santa Rosa marathon.) Post Views: 35 Bill StoneThey call me Old Grumble-Face. I have … Continue reading "Homage to Garceau"
Read MoreA Linden Tree and a Link
We saw this giant linden tree when passing through Iffeldorf on a day outing. It seems to be competing with the church steeple. When in blossom these trees can be almost overwhelmingly pungent. And now for the link – FIRST DAY OF OUR BICYCLE TOUR is now up, including a video. But not by me. … Continue reading "A Linden Tree and a Link"
Read MoreRide to Cheneyville, Illinois
Raleigh at KBS Railroad The 6th Annual River to Rail ride is slated for September 7th Colleague Dave and I plan to ride again this year — 32 mile route — there is also a 50 and 62 mile route. We decided to do a loop east of town through Cheneyville as a little prep. … Continue reading "Ride to Cheneyville, Illinois"
Read MoreAugust challenge: the trees of Irvington
We’re staying this week in Irvington, one of Portland’s inner east side neighborhoods. It feels a bit like living in an Arboretum, with a great diversity of mature trees – there must be fifty different species here, often grouped in short rows along parking strips, each block featuring a different tree than the one before. … Continue reading "August challenge: the trees of Irvington"
Read MoreA Boab Tree far from home
Say hello to Gija, It’s a boab tree that was transported over 3000kms south from around Derby in the far north of Western Australia to Kings Park near the city. No one is sure how Boabs ever came here from Madagascar or Africa and I’m sure it doesn’t like the cold mornings but seems to … Continue reading "A Boab Tree far from home"
Read MoreI Stopped to See The Weeping Willow…
I know that others (Rich) have posted this tree, but I could not resist stopping for it yesterday. I was with twelve close friends on a leisurely ride and cannot often stop for photos on a group ride. But I was sweep for this part or the ride and knew I would have no problem … Continue reading "I Stopped to See The Weeping Willow…"
Read MoreAugust Challenge #9
Spruce Trees near a drainage ditch Appropriately named the “Stink Ditch” it once conducted waste water from the vegetable canneries to the North Fork — and yes it did deserve its name At one time, the ditch ran as an open waterway half way through town to the waste water treatment plant. Later, the section … Continue reading "August Challenge #9"
Read MoreAugust challenge: the Kalaloch Tree of Life
The Sitka Spruce is a pretty amazing tree. Previously we had a look at the largest known Sitka Spruce in the world, soaring nearly two hundred feet into the sky. Today’s featured image is a much smaller example, but nearly as remarkable. The Kalaloch Tree of Life ekes out its precarious existence on the wild … Continue reading "August challenge: the Kalaloch Tree of Life"
Read MoreWhatever Its Name, It’s A Tree
It’s some kind of pine tree, I think. Or maybe it’s a spruce. Or a fir. Or a cedar. I’m pretty sure it’s an ever-blellow tree of some kind. I admit I’m not a botanist, I’m a cyclist. To me, it’s a big Christmas Tree. Post Views: 35 gregbloodHi. My name is Greg and … Continue reading "Whatever Its Name, It’s A Tree"
Read MoreA Simple Gum Tree
I logged in this morning to see how the monthly challenge is going. Well, it took ages to read everyone’s posts; Subject: Trees. A very popular challenge it seems and a very interesting one. Today I add another Eucalyptus …… sorry, not sure of type. When I cycle out of Longford, this road is one … Continue reading "A Simple Gum Tree"
Read MoreAugust Challenge #8
Two Horsechestnut trees Horsechestnut leaves Black Poplar Trees? Closer look at the bark Interesting how smoother bark grades into coarse bark toward the base Black Walnut Trees Silver Maple Banner year for maple seeds this spring, millions, if not billions, of them all over town They fly down in a spinning motion and have earned … Continue reading "August Challenge #8"
Read MoreSome More Trees
As I have wandered around on a few rides this week I snapped a few more trees. Of course I am not sure of any names for them! This first one looks somewhat ghostly. It is not a dying tree, and I THINK the second photo is of a more filled out tree of the … Continue reading "Some More Trees"
Read MoreHeatwave
I intended to ride rough trails through Hood Mountain Regional Park today. When I saw the forecast for the interior hills—far from the ocean’s cooling influence—predicted a high around 105° F, I altered my plans. Even with an early start, too hot to struggle up the long, steep climbs in that rugged, sun-drenched terrain. Read … Continue reading "Heatwave"
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