Commuting 101

In the wake of the tropical storms, we’ve had a lot of rain in the past week. My cycling shoes have gotten so wet that they don’t get a chance to dry out before it’s time to leave for work in the morning. Here are some tips for keeping your footwear dry in monsoon season.

September’s officially here, and many recreational cyclists are hanging their bikes up for the season as the evening daylight gets shorter and shorter. Those who commute by bike, however, still have quite a bit of good riding weather ahead. You just need to be seen, and be safe.

The subject of riding bikes on the sidewalks continues to be a hotly debated topic. Despite your stance on the subject, the fact remains that it’s going to happen, so I want to share the top five rules that must be followed when choosing the sidewalk over the road.

It is July 1st, which means it is Canada Day!
Since my company decided to switch our day off to Monday, so we get a 3 day weekend, I have to work on the birthday of my nation.  So, I decided to share my commute with you.

A. My ride and her parking spot.

Affectionately known as “Ride [...]

Matthew mentioned in a comment that his fingers go numb while cycling. There are a couple of things that can cause wrist, hand and finger discomfort while cycling.

Wrist pronation. Stand up with your arms hanging down the sides of your body. Your hands are probably more or less flat against your thighs. Now bend [...]

Even a fool is thought wise if he keeps silent, and discerning if he holds his tongue.
Proverbs 17:27-28 (NIV)

…Unless he or she is a cyclist…
Children should be seen and not heard.
…Unless they’re on a bike. Then they should be both…
This is probably more applicable for those of you who ride on bike/hike paths than [...]