Category Archives: cycling

Random Photos 10

Today’s ride took me north along Midwest Boulevard and more or less along the Canadian River. I noticed last week the signs at the major section line corners north and south of the Canadian River saying the road was closed, … Continue reading

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Mission Tactics and Resources

When the truth becomes so important to you that you’ll pay for the privilege of sharing it, then you can claim to be a messenger for God. I’m waiting to see how many Christian authors will keep writing and publishing … Continue reading

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At Last, a Long Ride Again

Finally, I get a break! Between apartment maintenance issues and bad weather, I have been unable to ride for the past two weeks. Instead of heading out to the remote points this time, I decided to simply do the full … Continue reading

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Draper Bikeway16

Just a few shots from my first ride in a couple of weeks. As usual, I go to Draper Lake first. Today I was surprised to see this huge branding patch on the trail. This is part of the MAPS … Continue reading

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Draper Bikeway 15

It was a blessed ride; I met with the Lord’s Presence in several places. There hasn’t been a lot of progress since the last bikeway review here. We’ve had a lot of really cold and wet weather that kept me … Continue reading

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Bike Upgrade Part 3 (Updated)

After much travail and a little sorrow, it’s done. This is the new 9-speed drive train and it works as intended. The shifting is crisp and sweet and the new chain fits the parts better. I ordered both new shifters, … Continue reading

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Bike Upgrade Part 2

Behold! It’s not that I was busy today; far from it. However, today we had a stand-in mail carrier who put our apartments last on his route. Plus, the package lockers were all full, and he had planned to make … Continue reading

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Bike Upgrade Part 1

Sorry I didn’t post earlier in the day, but I’ve been getting this done in the midst of a lot of other obligations. I’m never busy with anything until I’m busy with everything. Right in the middle of doing this … Continue reading

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Longer Rides Again

Just in time, I’ve grown accustomed to the summer heat. This morning I took advantage of the low traffic on a national holiday and headed out rather early. I rode out to the River Trails as far as Portland Avenue … Continue reading

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Cycling: Will Rogers Trail

I carried my bike in the backseat, minus the front wheel. It was a tight fit, but it was better than having it rattling in the wind on my cheap bike carrier. The Will Rogers Trail opened just a few … Continue reading

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