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New Year's Resolutions

Posted by Trisha at 18:20 Uncategorized 11 Responses »

Jan 052012

I came across a great collection of New Year’s resolutions as depicted by graphic artists today, thanks to design blogger Swiss Miss. There are dozens of inspirational, gorgeous posters at the link, but when I saw this one I had to share it here.

I don’t generally make specific New Year’s resolutions, but I do try to set aside some moments to think about what the last 12 months of experience might have taught me that I should use to shape the next 12. (Stay tuned for our post reflecting on 2011 for LGRAB.)

Do you make New Year’s resolutions? Why or why not? Has anyone resolved to start trying to ride their bike for transportation in 2012? (If so, you definitely need to click through and download this for your computer wallpaper!)

Video: Cycling Chicago's Lakefront Trail

Posted by Dottie at 08:02 video 19 Responses »

Jan 042012

I ended the year on Saturday with a ride downtown along the Lakefront Trail with my friend Elizabeth. Here’s a little video of cycling the Lakefront Trail heading south. I’m riding my Betty Foy and Elizabeth occasionally pops up with a santa hat on her helmet. The video is sped up by 150% and the song is by The Moonlighters from Free Music Archive.

You can see that the car-free trail is a very nice route, especially when it’s not crowded. I would take this route to work every day if it were a little more conveniently located for me.

Happy New Year!

Podcast: What we talk about when we talk about bikes

Posted by Trisha at 22:29 podcasts 10 Responses »

Dec 302011

Our latest podcast is the first one to feature Dottie and me together. It was recorded during my November Chicago visit over what might have been one Manhattan too many. The original idea was for Dottie to interview me, but what it turned into was a long, wide-ranging and extremely informal discussion about our cycling stories and preferences. It’s not available in the iTunes store yet, but you can stream it here or right-click to download it to your computer. Enjoy!

Bright Colors and Winter Sunshine

Posted by Dottie at 07:13 commute diary, style 9 Responses »

Dec 302011

The mild winter weather continues to make me so happy! Sure, it’s cold, but not freezing cold. Sun shining on my shoulders and clear roads are all I need to stay in high spirits. My bright red coat, instead of being my one source of winter color, is merely one of many bright colors on my commute. Look – not only is there a Carolina blue sky, there’s also green grass! In case any driver fails to notice my bright red coat, I’ve taken to wearing a neon yellow slap [. . . there's more!]

Love for Atlanta Bicycle Chic

Posted by Dottie at 23:39 featuring . . ., style 16 Responses »

Dec 282011

I have a new blog love: Atlanta Bicycle Chic! This is a fabulous blog filled with original photography of stylish cyclists around Atlanta. Such a high-quality blog focused on bicycle street style with posed portraits is a rare gem (the only other that comes to mind is Chicago’s Bike Fancy). If you’re not already familiar, you should check it out immediately! Looking through the archives really makes me want to visit and ride around Atlanta! Atlanta Bicycle Chic is an off-shoot of the style blog Atlanta Street Fashion, both [. . . there's more!]

One Year's Difference

Posted by Dottie at 07:33 Uncategorized 14 Responses »

Dec 282011

Exactly one year ago today, I posted about biking in the snow after several inches fell over Christmas, adding to the snow that had already fallen throughout December. The temperature was in the teens. My studded tires had been on Oma for two weeks. This year, snow is non-existent. The temperature is in the mid-30′s. A raincoat over a sweater is enough to keep me warm and protected. I’m still riding my Betty Foy and have not yet bothered to pull out Oma’s studded tires. This kind of weather is more [. . . there's more!]

A Happy Bike Ride to University of Chicago

Posted by Dottie at 07:37 explore, random rides 4 Responses »

Dec 272011

A Happy Bike Ride to University of Chicago

Hello, there! Since today is dark and rainy and I have to go back to work (sad face), I’m starting the morning with something bright and happy. I just stumbled upon these photos and realized that I never posted about this ride. On the last Sunday of October, a day of perfect weather, I biked to Hyde Park to enjoy brunch at my friend’s house. Hyde Park is a neighborhood on the southside where the University of Chicago is located, about 15 miles from where I live. After brunch, I [. . . there's more!]

Happy Holidays from North Carolina!

Posted by Dottie at 07:02 Uncategorized 6 Responses »

Dec 222011

I’m in North Carolina for Christmas again this year, visiting my mom, dad, sisters, nephew, and in-laws. No bicycling, just lots of eating, drinking, and laughing. Happy holidays to you and yours!

Mini Monkey Light review

Posted by Trisha at 07:46 product reviews 13 Responses »

Dec 212011

For the last two months, I’ve been dazzling Nashville with my Mini Monkey Light M210 from Monkey Electric. And I really mean that—while it’s no Christmas light set, this is the sort of lighting option that draws oohs and ahs from pedestrians and is difficult for motorists to miss. Very important attributes when it starts getting dark at 4:30! The Monkey Light is easy to install, with a battery case (3 AA) that rests on top of the wheel’s hub and a small circuit board that fits between the spokes [. . . there's more!]