Stories from Bike Geek
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Bicycle Lights : Mini-Reviews : Part Two
Bike Geek &bull Jan 16, 2010
As a continuation of Part One , let's take a look at two more powerful bicycle tail lights that I'm convinced will improve your visibility and contribute to your safety on the road. CatEye TL-LD1100 The TL-LD1100 is Cateye's top-of-the-line… Full Story »
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Bicycle Tour #2 - Wimberley, TX - Lessons Learned
Bike Geek &bull Jan 3, 2010
At 9am on Wednesday, December 30th I rolled out of my driveway on my Trek Valencia and embarked on my second bicycle tour. My destination, Wimberley, TX, was about 50 miles northeast of my home. I planned the route using Garmin's Mapsource program on my… Full Story »
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Trek Soho S - First Impressions
Bike Geek &bull Dec 23, 2009
I purchased a Trek Soho S this past weekend and have managed a few short rides on it. I plan to do a comprehensive review similar to my series on the Trek Valencia. The Trek Soho S is a single-speed… Full Story »
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To heck with the weather!
Bike Geek &bull Dec 6, 2009
That was my sentiment today as I stared up at the overcast sky and felt a light mist fall on my face. I'd just arrived at nearby Bullis Park and was going on a bike ride despite Mother Nature's prescription… Full Story »
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Cat food by bike
Bike Geek &bull Nov 29, 2009
The sounds of my three cats meowing and a much needed reminder from my wife ensured that I'd be making a trip yesterday to grab a new bag of our favorite cat food, Science Diet Hairball Control Light. Two of… Full Story »
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One less car for 2,000 miles...
Bike Geek &bull Nov 21, 2009
During my bicycle commute home on Thursday afternoon, I rolled past the 2,000 mile mark. 2,000 miles of bicycling back and forth to work since January 1st, 2009. As a result of this milestone, I thought I'd pause and reflect… Full Story »
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Trek Valencia at the 2,000 mile mark
Bike Geek &bull Nov 1, 2009
During my sojourn to Fredericksburg , TX on my bike, my Trek Valencia crossed the 2,000 mile mark. I thought I'd pause and reflect on this milestone and give an update on how the bicycle is doing. I purchased the… Full Story »
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First bicycle tour : Lessons Learned
Bike Geek &bull Oct 11, 2009
While my little bicycle tour is fresh in my mind, I wanted to take the opportunity to document some of the key insights and lessons learned so I can make my next bicycle tour even more enjoyable. So, without further… Full Story »
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San Antonio to Fredericksburg via bicycle...
Bike Geek &bull Oct 7, 2009
Yesterday I completed a 65-mile, 6.5 hour journey from my home in San Antonio to the town of Fredericksburg, Texas on my bicycle. It was an amazing experience and a true physical/mental challenge. It was a physical challenge because: Much of the route involved climbing, including a long, curvy climb with a 3%… Full Story »
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First Bicycle Tour begins tomorrow...
Bike Geek &bull Oct 5, 2009
As I write this, I am making final preparations for my 68-mile journey from my house in San Antonio, TX to the town of Fredericksburg, TX. As a road, mountain and commuting cyclist it was only natural that I instantly gravitated to the sense of adventure and freedom that bicycle touring offers.… Full Story »
