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Saturday, November 1st All Soul's Day Bike Ride. It will be a night ride and we are planning on stopping at some "haunted" locations, at least three cemeteries and possible a few other stops. The ride will start at 7PM since it gets dark early . Possibly 30-40 miles total. This will be a "choose your own adventure" type ride. We will have a list of locations to visit and then we will pick a route as we ride. The ride will end at Por Vida! a Day of the Dead celebration! Host: Kat Moya Type: Music/Arts - Opening Start Time: Saturday, November 1, 2008 at 10:00pm Location: junctionview studios Street: 889 williams ave City/Town: Columbus, OH $3 cover charge If interested email me at raymondmgeorge [at] gmail.com Originally we planned for Halloween ride, but the multitude of events going on have forced the reschedule.

The CinQo Power Sensor Tired of being told which head unit to use with your power sensor? Make that a thing of the past with the CinQo. Its compatibility with the ANT+Sport network now gives you choice! You can use the CinQo with any other computer that is on the ANT+Sport network. 2.4 GHz Digital Wireless ANT+Sport compatible 10 Strain gages User Replaceable CR2450 battery Projected 130 grams ± 2% Accuracy The website...

I remember Hans Rey from the 80's when he ruled trials. This video is amazing.

I heard through the grapevine that Bob has decided he will NOT be scheduling his rides for this winter. : ( I may try to get out and ride some 50 - 75 mile loops each weekend. Please feel free to email me if interested. raymondmgeorge [at] gmail.com

Welcome to the world’s leading handmade bicycle show! I would like to invite you to register for the 2009 North American Handmade Bicycle Show, to be held in Indianapolis, Indiana, February 27 – March 1, 2009 The site...

Between Feb 2007 and March 2008, Sean Aiken completed an epic journey around North America, working 52 jobs in 52 weeks. Sean Aiken graduated from college and didn’t know what he wanted to do for a career (or what he wanted to do with his life). Instead of take the first job that came along, he found a unique way of figuring it out: the One Week Job project. Here is his story...

Buy it directly from the a pro team. Team Toyota-United sells their used (and sometimes new) equipment on their website. You can make an offer on a wide variety of equipment. Go to the homepage and look for the link in the lower left corner. The website is here...

Not much to report since I didn't show up. The report was 9 people showed. 4 people left early. Then another person left, leaving on 4 to ride which didn't go very far. Maybe next week.

Ute PRICE* $899 USD HIGHLIGHTS Kona 7005 Aluminum Urban Utility Frame • Kona P2 Disc Fork • Kona Engraved Wooden Platform Rack System • Hayes MX4 Mechanical Front/Avid SD-5 Rear Brakes • Smoky Mudflap Fenders • Big Ute Bag • Centermount Kickstand Sutra PRICE* $1199 USD HIGHLIGHTS Kona Cromoly Butted Frame • FSA Omega MegaExo Triple Crank/BB • Shimano Deore XT/Bar-Con 9 Speed Drive Train • Mavic A317 Disc Rims • Avid BB7 Road Disc Brakes Kona's website is here...

iMapMy (powered by MapMyFitness is a location-based application that uses the built in GPS technology on your iPhone to allow runners, cyclists, (or any outdoor fitness activity) to track their daily training data, including: Total Time Total Distance (in miles or kilometers) Pace (minutes per km/mile) or current speed Average Speed / Pace (km/mile) View your running maps directly on your iPhone Training Log including Distance, Calories Burned, Time, and Date Add Your Workout to Twitter There is no need to buy a separate watch or GPS device, all your training and mapping needs can be met with your iPhone and iMapMyRun/iMapMyRide application. This amazing technology is directly linked to the most powerful social networking, mapping, and fitness training site on the internet today at MapMyRun.com or MapMyRide.com. Our sites are famous for its mapping technology and now with iMapMyRun/iMapMyRide you can instantaneously download and view your maps on the site or in Google Earth, post them

A Derny is a motorized bicycle designed and built for motor-paced track cycling events (e.g. motor-paced races in six-day and Keirin racing) or motor-paced road races. More from the Wiki... I will post some more pics and links when I get a chance.

But, it does have something to do with FREE and recycling. Welcome! The Freecycle Network™ is made up of 4,619 groups with 6,013,000 members across the globe. It's a grassroots and entirely nonprofit movement of people who are giving (& getting) stuff for free in their own towns. It's all about reuse and keeping good stuff out of landfills. Each local group is moderated by a local volunteer (them's good people). Membership is free. To sign up, find your community by entering it into the search box above or by clicking on “Browse Groups” above the search box. Have fun! The org's site Columbus site

The website covers a wide group of cities from around the world. Lay down some paint...

Chris Gilmour by Guido Bartorelli The work of Chris Gilmour provokes surprise and amazement beyond what could appear to be a mere process of reproduction. In returning to the value of making and strongly emphasising it, these works reveal a process of understanding that lets us see everyday reality with new awareness and appreciation. This practice avoids a withdrawal into the limbo of craft, and implies an intimate and profound quest towards the reason of things. Gilmour has imposed a strict logic on his works he makes objects using only cardboard and glue. There is no supporting structure, no wooden or metal frame. His interpretations of everyday objects are created in adherence to the use of a pure and single material, but instead of the marble or bronze of classical statues, he has chosen one of the most humble and commonly found of our industrial times. Packaging cardboard is, by its very nature, intended to contain but it is then discarded. Gilmour, however, uses it to contain th

Revelation Cycles Rack Here are some pics of the rack in use. I will post my comments about the rack and accessories when I am able. The Revelation Cycling website

There a couple of options for child sized versions of "adult" road bikes. Blue website... Pinarello website... Felt Racing website... Have you seen any other child sized versions of adult bikes? Editors Note - I do not have a child. This is supposed to be information for people asking that question. I appreciate the comments received and recommendations for children's bikes.

The MonkeyElectric light system is in the wild! I saw the system in action on Saturday night on a friends bike. To get the effects shown on their website I think you either need to ride really fast or tinker with the settings. I will post some pics when I get a chance.

Friends, This group has, at some point, expressed willingness to review Columbus' draft updates to the Traffic Code as it pertains to bicycle operation. I have also added a few of my long-time contacts that might be interested in this process. (please feel free to identify other persons that might want to help) The process: An invited/appointed stakeholder group has met twice in the last 6 weeks to provide input & guidance to City Staff in their preparation of a set of draft updates to the Traffic Code. Our stakeholder group expects to receive the draft updates at a meeting tomorrow (Wed.) afternoon. Quick turnaround expected: The City has set a tentative feedback deadline for the draft updates of next Friday (Oct 31)…which means I would need to gather your feedback a day prior to compile and present. So…I'm asking you to "standby" and look for me to forward the draft Code updates to you by the end of this week for your comments/feedback. On behalf of both my rol

As part of the March 12, 2008 announcement to expand NetJets’ Columbus based operations, NetJets made a $12.5 million gift to establish a unique community based cycling event to benefit cancer research at The Ohio State University. Pelotonia reflects this commitment to the City of Columbus, the State of Ohio and the fight against cancer. The goal of Pelotonia is to fund cancer research while creating an inspiring and emotional experience. Over the long term, Pelotonia will raise roughly $40mm over the first five years. Starting in Columbus, and extending across the state, over two thousand cyclists, as well as volunteers and other participants will enjoy a unique three-day experience while raising millions of dollars for cancer research for The Ohio State University Comprehensive Cancer Center-Arthur G. James Cancer Hospital & Solove Research Institute (The James). “This is a long-term investment in one of the world’s leading comprehensive cancer centers.” said Daniel Rosenthal, O

We've been making our own sealed bearings here at King for over 32 years and never has there been a component that benefited more from their strength and durability than the bottom bracket. Yes, the Chris King bottom bracket is here and ready to take on the most challenging conditions your cycling adventures can deliver. The Chris King bottom bracket is specifically designed for Shimano-compatible external type crank/bottom bracket systems and delivers every benefit you've come to expect from King and in the wide array of colors only King can do. An available grease injection tool allows the bearings to be purged of existing grease and debris and new grease run through. What better way to maximize the life of your bearings than to do routine maintenance? Especially when it's this easy. Racers take note! With the Chris King bottom bracket and injection tool, you can train day-to-day with a durable high-viscosity grease and race with a light, fast-rolling low-viscosity grease

Friday October 31st, 2008 174 E. Fifth Ave. 7-11PM This is a fundraising event Their website...

I have been experiencing a ton of issues with products this year. I totally forgot about this problem until I went back to Wheeling over the weekend and received my warranty replacement. I had a Bontrager Race carbon seatpost. It started to wobble and when I checked the junction between the carbon and the aluminum head it was slipping. I pulled that one and went and bought a Performance Forté Precision Carbon Seatpost. On the ride after installation, I was riding along when all of a sudden the head slipped and shredded the teeth embedded into the carbon. So I trashed two seatposts in two weeks. I headed back to Performance and took my credit and bought the Thomson aluminum seatpost. If I can break this seatpost, I should become a full-time product tester. So back to my trip back to Wheeling. I stopped in to see Andy Wallen and he handed me a Race X Lite ACC seatpost. It is a carbon seatpost with an aluminum sleeve inside to reduce clamping issues. Plus, it keeps "big"

Use these tips to enjoy cycling when the temperature drops: Wind chill - Since bicyclists move faster than pedestrians, they create their own wind chill in cool weather. If you keep almost all of your skin covered, you will negate the wind chill. Keep your head warm - Cool air in the ear canal can be painful. Experienced cyclists often wear thin balaclavas to keep their heads warm when the temperature is below about 55 degrees. Balaclavas easily fit under a bicycle helmet, and can be adjusted to cover the mouth if desired. Several balaclavas can be layered when the temperature drops further. Eyes - A pair of wrap-around sunglasses will keep the cool air out of your eyes. Hands - Many cyclists keep their hands warm with their regular winter gloves while riding. Others wear thin "liner gloves" under their bicycling gloves, and (as the temperature drops further) pull on a pair of "lobster gloves" over their cycling gloves and liner gloves. Lobster gloves are a cross be

I keep running across photos from my trip to London and Amsterdam. This was taken as we were walking through the streets of London. I bet the bicycle is wider than the car.

Lucas Brunelle video site

Introducing the Hammerschmidt. Truvativ developed two Hammerschmidt models. One is an all-mountain build comparable to Stylo cranks while the other freeride build uses cranks along the lines of the venerable Holzfeller. An included shifter looks remarkably similar to a SRAM X.0 model, but has only two positions. There are several advantages to a single-ring, planetary-drive crankset. Riders can shift gears under incredible torque loads, while the cranks are stationary, or while pedaling backward. During the official unveiling, SRAM spokesman Greg Herbold was quick to point out that he could even shift while airborne. And shifting is more instantaneous than conventional derailleur systems—the gear mechanism uses a set of pawls to quickly engage a ramped gear, and they do it faster and more reliably than a conventional chain with a row of lifting ramps. The review site The Truvativ site

I think the main group did 17 miles. I did around 27 miles. Highlights? Not much... Casey led the ride. No flats or mechanicals that I can remember. Team UnderRoos was represented. We rode through the Ohio State Fair Grounds. I haven't seen that many souped up golf carts/estate vehicles since I left the Ohio Valley. We had mutiny at the gas station on Airport and Cassady. One group wanted to go to the bar, the other back to campus area. We split heading west on 5th. More later, if I can remember. The GPS may be brought out of mothballs, i.e. the backseat of my car, for next weeks ride.

Award reduced in fatal bike crash A Montgomery County judge said a judgment of $350,000 against Blacksburg was excessive. A Montgomery County judge has ordered that a $350,000 jury award against the town of Blacksburg stemming from a fatal car crash be reduced. And that ruling may have reignited the 8-year-old liability lawsuit. In a written ruling dated Friday, Montgomery County Circuit Court Judge Ray Grubbs reduced the damages owed to Blacksburg resident Sharon Knight to $50,000. Grubbs denied the town's motion to set aside the jury's verdict. The case will likely continue, however. Continue reading here...

Well. I called Kryptonite and they sympathized with my situation. I received a new lock in the mail and sent the old broken lock back. They wanted to review it to see what went wrong. I will tell you what went wrong. Poor design. I doubt I am strong enough to break the lock if it was designed correctly. Keep in mind the lock was not compromised, only the mounting hardware, but it was annoying.

Those that ride fixed know it's not a trend or a bandwagon to jump on. It's all about simplicity. The first bicycle invented over 140 years ago was fixed so we know it is here to stay. The Ringleader is a true minimalist with no brazeons for water bottles, brakes, fenders or racks. Just pure stripped down goodness and nothing you don't need. The geometry is inspired from a traditional track bike but meant to be a fixed gear for everyday urban riding. There is a brake hole on the fork for a front brake option if you desire. Paint Styles: Purple Speckle Fade Pabst Blue Ribbon (Limited Edition) Old School Raw/Chrome Frame Material: Double Butted Japanese 4130 Chromoly Frame Design: Traitor Cycles USA Frame Production: Taiwan Sizes: 53, 56, 59 Weight (53cm): Frame 4.1 lbs | Fork 1.95 lbs (Uncut Steer) Build Specs: Headtube 1 1/8", Seattube 27.2mm, Dropout 120mm, BB 68mm, Fork 1 1/8" Threadless Price: $679 USD Frame/Fork | $569 USD Build Kit Traitor Cycles Website

Live from New York, it's the Bicyclist Guide. The site...

The original post is here... I am in the video in all my spandex glory within the first 20 seconds of the video. Where in the world is Ray?

Flax and carbon fiber combined to make bicycles. Interesting combination. I guess it works, because Museeuw Bikes are producing bikes and have won awards for their frames. Flax fiber is one of the best natural fibers on the planet in regards to stiffness, strength and shock absorption. Carbon fiber, also well known for its stifness and strength, is well established in the industry. Museeuw Bikes is combining flax fiber with the best carbon fibers available. Due to its high strength and stiffness, the 3K Carbon HM (high modular) is being used in combination with flax to build world's finest bikes. The 3K Carbon HM is also used for all the tube connections. The site is here...

A poor man's panoramic shot... Headed over to Wheeling to visit family and get away from the city for a few days. Got to ride a quick ride with my friend Kevin. We rode out Big Wheeling Creek (newly paved) and headed up Caldwell Hill. Was going to loop back and do some gravel roads, but a creek crossing and lack of knobbies on my bike stopped us. We passed the top of Miller Hill which has a three mile gravel climb. Out to Stone Church and headed down Hill Rd (? that is what Google Maps claims) down to Middle Creek and Triadelphia. Back to Elm Grove for a 25 mile loop. Climbed 1600 feet, averaged 14mph.

I stopped by Wheelcraft Bicycle in Wheeling, WV this weekend and they had the Incredibell Woodpecker bell in the case. Pretty cool bell. It makes a knocker sound when clanked. No metallic sounds whatsoever. The website...

Spoke POV is an easy-to-make electronic kit toy that turns your bicycle wheel into a customized display! The project includes a free schematic design, open software for uploading and editing stored bitmap images, and a high-quality kit with all the parts necessary to build your own. The site is here...

It's a Schwinn, but what the heck. The Cutter (named after the Cutters from the movie Breaking Away) is $299.00 and should be available soon somewhere. The site... The movie is here...

Cyclists pedaling for new bike trail Friday, October 17, 2008 3:14 AM BY ANN FISHER We met at a Worthington crossroads. A light but steady rain had turned the early-morning darkness into a glittering collage of reflected headlights, brake lights, street lights, traffic lights and -- just a few -- blinking bicycle lights. The rest of the story...

From Brett Allen, the fearless leader - 16 OCT 08 REVIEW Two riders for this trip too, except one of them was Dispatch columnist, Ann Fisher, so that was worth tens of thousands. Read about it in the Dispatch. Conditions were fairly unpleasant to start. Misty rainy. But it wasn't cold, and the rain held off after 40 minutes or so. Wet leaves all over everything. Slippery. Often unable to see edge of path. It must be Fall in Ohio. Courtesy of the WAD bike blog

Features Most comfortable bike saddle ever built Waterproof and scuff resistant Lightweight with low maintenance Moon Saddle's design utilizes the natural support system of the skeleton and includes several anatomy-friendly features Engineered to fit everyone: youth to adult anatomies 140,000 lb. tensile strength stainless steel tubing Satisfaction guaranteed The site...

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After seven long years, the bicycle commuter tax provision has finally passed both the House and Senate as part of the financial bailout package. President Bush said that he would quickly sign the financial rescue package. Thanks to all of you who have contacted your congressional leaders over the years, and also thanks to Congressman Blumenauer and Senator Wyden for their continued insistence on having this benefit provided to bicycling Americans. Keep up with the latest news at the LAB website Bicycle Commuter Tax Provision FAQ

Quick report. More to follow... Roughly 20 miles for our small group, see below. 28 miles overall. Full moon Date was the 13th Two words: broken frame. Two more words: Not mine. We rode east from the start and headed through campus into Grandview. Of course we wandered through the neighborhoods like we did two weeks ago and then headed south. I think we did a figure eight because we headed south then west and headed up Grandview Ave climbing the hill. Then east again towards High St. We stopped in Goodale Park for a bit to hang out. We headed east again. We were on East 1st Street when I heard a ping, like when a rock shoots out of the tire and hits the frame of a bike close by. Except, it was the frame that pinged and snapped in half at the down tube. Completely separated. A beer can and some duct tape actually held the frame together for the next ten miles. We rode down towards town on St Clair and then over to Cleveland, Gay into town and then over into Franklinton. We rode t

By Fiona Ortiz BUENOS AIRES (Reuters) - How long will an unchained bicycle last on a city street before someone steals it? Using hidden cameras and cheap bicycles as bait, an Argentine publicist set out to gauge crime in different neighborhoods of Buenos Aires. The longer it takes for the bike to be stolen the safer the area, is his hypothesis. Rest of the story... The videos...

The MonkeyLectric Monkey Light is a revolutionary bike light that keeps you visible - and in style. Its ruggedized all-weather design is perfect for daily commuters, urban cyclists, casual evening riders, BMX, festivals - anyone that wants to be visible after dark and not feel like a second class citizen. The Monkey Light creates full color graphics on your spinning bike wheel, and it provides outstanding visibility. The lighting effects and colors can be easily customized anytime to fit your style - mellow to extreme. The Monkey Light sets a new standard for bike lighting with brightness, visual quality, effects sophistication, user control and durability that far exceed what has previously been available. It installs in minutes on Road, City, Cruiser, Mountain and BMX bikes. The website...

BY TIM DOULIN THE COLUMBUS DISPATCH Part of one of the most popular Columbus routes for bicyclists is being upgraded to include pavement markings at a key intersection that will help bikes avoid collisions with turning vehicles. The so-called "bike boxes," pavement markings in the shape of a box, are to be installed next year on Milton Avenue on both sides of the intersection at W. North Broadway. When the traffic signal is red, bicyclists will be allowed to ride past stopped vehicles on Milton to wait in the box at the head of the line until the light changes. More story... How does a bike box work?

Hey everybody, Just wanted to pass along an event I recommend tomorrow (Saturday, the 11th of Oct.) -- a "Meet the Artist" hour with Dorothy Gill Barnes. Dorothy's a local octogenarian who makes amazing objects out of trees and other natural materials, blown-glass, and optical-lenses. It's part of the "Bending Nature" show at the Franklin Conservatory (E. Broad, just west of Nelson) that runs through the rest of the year -- artists from around the world working with nature. Dorothy meets people at NOON, tomorrow. I've not yet seen the show, but have seen some of her work, and it's incredible. I'm sure her presentation will be entertaining to all. Admission cost is $7.50 for adults/$6 for student/seniors... but, that gets you admission to the whole show, indoors & out. And it looks like the weather's going to be great. Hope to see you all soon! Duncan

Group Commuter Bike Rides - Westerville to Downtown Columbus 3rd Thursdays Monthly Join anywhere along the route For details click this link: 16 OCT 08 Map & Itinerary Hope to see you there, Brett Allen WAD Bikeway Association

The International Cycling Union (UCI) has given Lance Armstrong permission to start the Tour Down Under in January, although Armstrong missed the deadline for enrolling in the organization's anti-doping program by ten days. "This decision has been made after a careful assessment of the situation, taking into account both the applicable regulations and the imperatives of the fight against doping which is the UCI's number one priority," read a statement from the UCI released Wednesday morning. "The UCI can confirm that Lance Armstrong has and will be the subject of very strict monitoring throughout the period running up to his return to the peloton," the release continued. The decision by the UCI will not face opposition from the World Anti-Doping Agency, either. Director general David Howman, the agency's chief legal counsel, said that WADA rules would not bar Armstrong's return, no matter what the time gap. more...

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They have moved on from just installing them. Now they want to be functional and look cool. The New York City Department of Transportation (DOT), in partnership with the Cooper-Hewitt National Design Museum and the support of Google Inc. and Transportation Alternatives, is pleased to announce an international design competition for new bicycle parking for the City of New York. As part of our effort to promote cycling as a sustainable, mainstream transportation option and in keeping with the environmental goals of PlaNYC 2030, DOT is seeking to tap the creative energy of the world design and art communities for this important element of street furniture. The purpose of the competition is to develop functional, well-designed sidewalk racks and to generate new concepts for bicycle parking inside commercial and residential buildings. These two initiatives, in addition to NYCDOT’s commitment to increasing the number of miles of bicycle facilities, providing the City’s first sheltered bike p

I have started to post gnome pictures from my trips and other gnome handlers. If you are traveling soon, let me know and I will try to get a gnome to you so that you can document the adventures properly. To the gnomedom.... Da blog... Thanks to Giles from illumiquest for some of the pics. He is a great photographer. If you need commercial photography give him a call.

Did anyone make it to Critical Manners? I was not able to go. This report is from Tricia Kovacs who co-organized the ride... It went pretty well. I think we had 30+ riders. Jeff explained the purpose of the ride, and I gave about a 10 minute road rules talk. We left the statehouse around 5:50 and rode the 10 mile route in about an hour. The route was east on Broad, right on Grant, left on Town/Bryden to Alum Creek trail. We did a short loop in Bexley and then headed back downtown on Greenway and Mt. Vernon. We stopped twice to regroup at the Alum Creek trail and at Columbus State. It was getting pretty dark when we got back to the start. Here were some of the highlights from my perspective: It was very nice to meet some of the members of CB that I only knew from their user names. Seeing NotKilledYet's (Brent) light setup. Quite a sight. Getting rid of half of the Street Smarts in my pannier. Seeing Lisa's 6 speed Ross, which she rode on CFC. David saw a cruiser with 3 or 4 poli

Photo courtesy of IMDB.com I think it would be cool to be pedaling the bike when Elliot rides/flies across the sky with E.T. I don't know if I will be able to make this one, though. Wednesday, October 8 @ 9:30PM Tip Top - their website More about E.T.: The Extra-Terrestrial

The full bike is $7000. It is made up in Wisconsin at the Waterford Bicycle facility. The Schwinn site is here... The Waterford Precision Cycles sites is here...

I didn't make it. After riding 110+ miles over the weekend I decided to take a break. I did head down to the High Beck. The group showed up and then most just kept riding. Not many people stopped to partake in the pizza and beer. If anybody would like to file a ride report please post a comment or email it to me.

Need to slice pizza while riding your bike? It can get messy, but it is possible. Much easier when you have your bike in the kitchen while slicing pizza on the counter. Park Tool has a handy pizza cutter. More details here...

Monday, October 6, 2008 8:27 AM COLUMBUS, Ohio — The Franklin County Sheriff's Office is investigating a hit-and-run crash that injured a bicyclist early Monday. According to deputies, the incident occurred shortly before 2 a.m. along Frank Road, east of Brown Road in southwest Franklin County. A 19-year-old was riding a bicycle when he was struck by a white Ford F-150 or F-250 white pickup, deputies said. The pickup continued driving east along Frank Road, investigators said. According to deputies, the pickup has a beat-up bed and no tailgate and should have damage to the right front headlight, hood, fender, bumper and turn-signal area. The name and condition of the bicyclist was not immediately released. Anyone with information about the vehicle or driver is asked to contact the Franklin County Sheriff's Office Traffic Bureau at 614-462-6113. Stay with 10TV News and 10TV.com for additional information.

ElectionCycle.com is a 50-day bicycle adventure and journalistic endeavor to increase issue awareness during the final months of the 2008 presidential election. My route will begin in New York City on September 14th and will take me through a dozen states before ending in New Orleans a few days before the election. While on the road I will be meeting with Americans from a variety of backgrounds, interviewing potential voters and discussing the issues that matter to them. My goal is to successfully profile “50 Voters in 50 Days” in order to discover the issues that determine their vote. ElectionCycle.com has no political agenda, and will remain non-partisan and unbiased. We are here to facilitate the expression of voter concerns, not advocate for a candidate. To accomplish these goals, ElectionCycle.com’s multimedia platform will engage visitors of all ages, backgrounds and political affiliations in the discussion about our next President and his responsibility to address our issues. Th

Last year I met a bunch of riders through my boss and rode a good bit with them. Then I started riding on other rides and met a whole bunch of different people who I ride with. So I got an email from Bob who organizes rides from his condo in Canal Winchester. Bob is an amazing rider and navigator. If he says 50 mile ride he means it. He picks out the roads from his memory and plots a course and is almost dead on with mileage. I haven't ridden with Bob and the rest of group for months since an aborted attempt to ride to Granville. Tricia, David, Barb, Marvin, Bob and I rode out south from Canal. We headed southeast and lo and behold rode into and through Bloom past Bloom Carroll HS. Ah, the memories. From yesterday. We followed the Fall Hoot route for a while and then split off and followed the Millersport Corn Fest route north. Then as we got closer to Millersport we followed our own route. We stopped in Millersport for lunch at the Upper Deck Coffee House. Food was ok, I had the

At the top of Savage Hill celebrating breaking my personal record With Brian in Baltimore OH celebrating the big 3000 milestone. Well... On Saturday I was pleased to pass my personal record of 2958 miles. I also broke 3000 miles for a year on the same day. The ride. Fall Hoot (Renegades) The riders. Three of us. The goods. We couldn't get out early enough to make the start with the regulars. So we decided to head out when it became a little warmer, around 1:30PM. The route started from Bloom Carroll High School, as do many of the COP rides. We headed south through rollers, skirting Lancaster to the east. We climbed Savage Hill (where I broke my personal record), Carpenter Hill (?) and Chicken Coop. On one of the downhills we had dogs run out in front of us which was a little scary. I also topped 40mph on one of the downhills, sweet! More rollers and then into the valley to Bremen. We stopped at the Marathon gas station for some water and pretzels and hung out to BS fo