1 Year Anniversaries
While many of us are noting the 1 year anniversary of the pandemic declaration, Todd is celebrating an additional, more positive, one-year anniversary. Continue reading 1 Year Anniversaries
Tag: Cycling
Back on the Bike
Good news. As Todd’s foot is feeling better, he’s back on his bike and soon will be back to running. But January in Ontario provides a few more challenges – and more beauty too. Continue reading Back on the Bike
Exercise Streak Broken but…
From running 15 km/week and cycling 70-120 km/week on average down to zero of either. An injury sideline’s Todd’s exercise plans and forces him to spend more time sitting. Fortunately, his time spent sitting has been pretty productive lately. Continue reading Exercise Streak Broken but…
Snowy Cycling
How does someone manage riding a bike in the snow, and perhaps more importantly, why on earth would they? Continue reading Snowy Cycling
My introduction to bicycle touring
I was just realizing today that this short animated piece from Sesame Street that aired in the early to mid 1970’s likely planted a seed regarding bike touring for me. In it, a boy rides his bike through an increasingly … Continue reading My introduction to bicycle touring
Cycling in the First Snow
Todd goes out cycling in the snow and wonders why sometimes the most unpleasant experiences can be fun. Continue reading Cycling in the First Snow
Keeping Up Isn’t Easy
Todd’s entries haven’t been as regular as usual so in today’s entry he tries to catch us up on everything that’s happening these days. Continue reading Keeping Up Isn’t Easy
Birthday Ride 2020
Todd goes on a bike ride for his 50th birthday. Friends send notes of kindess they’re doing, and the forest gives him advice for how to approach the next decade of his life. Continue reading Birthday Ride 2020
Saturday Highland Ride
On Saturday night, Todd finds out why it’s good to push through one’s lazy impulses and do the things you intend to. Continue reading Saturday Highland Ride
Enjoyable Physical Distancing
The second wave of the pandemic is definitely upon Ontario with daily new cases reaching record levels. It’s a good time to get away from other humans and go for an off-road bike ride. Continue reading Enjoyable Physical Distancing
