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...]
Obsessed Cycle: Going for Gold
A couple of months ago, I bought a new bike. This one was no ordinary road bike. It’s what’s known as a “track bike,” which is a single-speed version of a road bike that cannot coast (the pedals move as long as the wheels are moving). This track bike is a Specialized Langster 10th Anniversary edition, white frame with blue and red accent stripes; a very clean, simple design. … [Read more...]
Nona Cycle: 1st Anniversary Ride
On the morning of August 13, 65 cyclists pedaled out of Laureate Park for a 38-mile trek through St. Cloud and the surrounding area. Even though every Sunday the Nona Cycle group makes their signature ride, this one was a little special. That is because it was the one-year anniversary of Nona Cycle Facebook page, and there was a lot to celebrate. Just a year ago, the group … [Read more...]