Tag: biking
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Maine or Bust 2022: Riding High
The idea of converting miles of unused railroad lines into safe and scenic hiking/biking trails was pure genius. We rode a few last year as we traveled across country and back, enjoying the smooth paths free from traffic and cross streets. This year, again with trailer in tow, we hit the road in search of…
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Blazing some new trails on wheels
I have finally made the leap into road cycling and few will be able to miss seeing the lime-green streak around the Jackson County foothills and bikeways. I have ridden Sue’s dad’s hybrid bike for three years and it was a great two-wheeler, but not so good on hills, especially with an old man in…
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Tour du Mont Blanc: Worth every step
The Tour du Mont Blanc is complete. As we sit in our Chamonix hotel lobby directly below western Europe’s tallest peak, some reflections: We knew the weather in the Alps was unpredictable, so we packed rain gear, a warm jacket and lightweight clothing designed for layering. We had two days of overcast and some rain…
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It’s back to college with a dash of deja vu
It was the first day of classes as I pedaled by buildings on Ashland’s Southern Oregon University campus. Arriving with plenty of time to spare, I nervously entered the classroom and sat far enough back to be anonymous. I heard “How was your summer?” as students greeted old friends. My summer had been hectic,…
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Ashland, Oregon: Parting Shots
We couldn't resist sharing one last look at the Ashland we discovered during our two-week stay. We arrived to several days of rain, but once the sun came out we watched spring blossom as the trees flowered and leafed out. We discovered a vibrant downtown with great restaurants, coffee houses and boutiques. There were several…
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