Normally in Central Florida, the thought of upper 90-degree weather paired with 100% humidity would keep even the most seasoned Floridian indoors, or at least poolside. However, for the 140 cyclists who showed up to ride at the Nona Cycle Second Anniversary Ride on Aug. 12, the heat wasn’t going to stop them. This group of cyclists has grown extremely fast. In fact, just last … [Read more...]
Nona Cycle: Ride-For-RMHCCF
Road cycling has been increasing in popularity in recent years, and that is overwhelmingly evident in Lake Nona. On any day of the week and at various times throughout the day, you will see individual riders, small groups, or even large pelotons of riders rolling down the streets of Laureate Park, Lake Nona Boulevard and on Narcoossee Road. This activity has so many positive … [Read more...]
Nona Cycle: Ride Predictably – Safety First
Bicyclists have two major safety threats: cars and ourselves. Over the past month, there seems to have been an increase in the number of local cyclists involved in crashes. Unfortunately, the outcome of a cyclist connecting with a motorized vehicle is always the same, it’s only the extent of injury to the rider that varies. Seeing the posts on Facebook about fellow cyclists … [Read more...]