“This is not possible,” I mumbled in desperation. “This can't possibly be happening. It just can't." Oh, but it was ... and I blame my sister because, well, it was totally her fault. It was 2013: The start of our Loire bike trip. We had spent a few days in Paris, then it was on … Continue reading Bike Bashing In Blois (BBIB)
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It’s Scary On Top of the Pont du Gard
Susan found this photo from our 1995 trip ... of me standing on top of the Pont du Gard. You can't tell from this photo ... but I'm kind of scared. And maybe even shaking a little bit in my bike shorts. Hey, it was super high and narrow up there, and really windy. You … Continue reading It’s Scary On Top of the Pont du Gard
Back on the Bike: The Bordeaux Loop
I have to admit: I've been feeling a bit out of sorts since I got to France. Anxious, jet lagged and sleep deprived, missing Susan, wondering what the heck I'm doing here. And then, well, I went on a ride today, my first on this trip, and I feel so much better. I remembered why … Continue reading Back on the Bike: The Bordeaux Loop
Bungee Cords and Bike Trips
Here's a time-tested, bike-touring tip I can't stress enough: Bring a few bungee cords with you. How many? I recommend three or four. What color? Doesn't matter. Why bungee cords? Well... Use #1: Pannier protectors Panniers are the packs you attach to either side of the rack on the back of your bike. They hold … Continue reading Bungee Cords and Bike Trips
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