Ignoring Barriers

If I’m on foot or bicycle, chances are I’ll go round barriers like this one. In recent weeks, barriers across trails all over the Twin Cities have become a fact of life. Flooding and fallen trees have made walking and cycling more interesting. That got me thinking about a hike back in April on Sado… Continue reading Ignoring Barriers

Let the Rain Go Away

Got out the car, ignored the rain, started cycling the Gateway Trail. The rain then ignored us, and the sun came out.

Lake Harriet

Breakfast at Lake Harriet, then onwards to overflowing Minnehaha Creek.

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Circuitous Journey

Circuitous cycle route based on whim, flood, an area cordoned off for the Prez, and time to meet a friend at Egg & I.

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Sunrise Cyclery

Cycled past Sunrise Cyclery this morning. Their mural reminded me I’m cycling with my nephews this afternoon.

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Lake Minnetonka Ride

Cycled to Lake Minnetonka with a friend from the UK. Enjoyed this view while we recovered with beer and bar food.

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We’re in This Together

When he saw I was bringing my backpack, the six-year-old decided to bring his. When he saw we were bringing backpacks, the five-year-old decided to bring his. Three backpacks, each containing one bottle of water. Fifteen miles, three happy guys, in this together.

Riding the Rails

Rode Green Line LRT to downtown St. Paul, then cycled back to Minneapolis in time for lunch with a friend.

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Tree Down

Calm before the storm: solo cycle on Chain of Lakes. The storm: The Tornadic Two (nephews) are about to take charge.

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