NEBRASKA OUTDOOR ADDICT

68 degrees in early January!

2012-01-05T22:15:00.001-06:00

The sun was out causing record high temps today and the bike paths in Lincoln were full of people enjoying it. I'm seeing fewer bums since the 27th St. overpass has been fenced off to keep the homeless from sleeping under the bridge. This should help cyclists feel more comfortable on the John Dietrich. Get out there and go for a spin. Today's miles = 20.75

The 2012 GPBC New Years Day Ride.

2012-01-01T13:29:00.001-06:00

We met up for breakfast at Village Inn before riding around Holmes Lake and on to the Zoo then home. It was great to see everyone and talk about the rides we're going to do during 2012. Today's miles = 12.84

A little late.

2011-12-29T22:32:00.000-06:00

It's late in the year to try and get 2011's mileage total any higher, but this great weather and a breather at work gave me the chance to ride across town to the office and back yesterday and today. The last half of 2011 had me working pretty hard, but I look forward to slowing down and spending more time in the saddle next year. These two commutes added up to 40.83 miles.

The Nintendo Hustle.

2011-11-18T00:09:00.001-06:00

After a long hiatus from biking due to a hectic work schedule I took time tonight to host the 'Paperboy Challenge Checkpoint' on Josh's Nintendo Hustle. I couldn't race, but did ride to the finish to catch up with the other Hustlers downtown. It was a good night and it was great to get back on the bike! Everyone is looking forward to this weekend's cx races at Pioneers Park. Tonight's miles = 9.96

Here we go... Again.

2011-09-08T23:22:00.000-05:00

This morning a layer of fog made the crisp and cool ride to the office neat. The Holdrege St. bike path overpass has been closed for the next couple of weeks. That was a small setback compared to what I was in store for at the office. I was given notice from my employee in Columbus. Turnover again means I'll be really busy the next couple of months and behind the wheel more than the handlebars. After work the Mrs. and I went for a spin on the Jamaica North to take in some of this week's perfect weather. Nothing like a ride to get the negatively out of your head. All told I ended up with 33.19 miles today.

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Commute route improves.

2011-09-06T22:06:00.000-05:00

The new bike path bridge Northwest of 27th and Capital Parkway and connecting trail are now open making the commute faster and safer. After riding to work and back we rode to the store giving me 23.71 miles today.

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Labor Day hunt.

2011-09-06T10:58:00.000-05:00

Our youngest and I joined my dad at Bunker Hill East of Hastings for some upland hunting. The weather was beautiful, the dogs were working great and they both shot well. We went home with 4 birds and some early season teal my dad got that morning off the Platte.

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If I slowed down, would I lose my ballance?

2011-09-04T23:52:00.001-05:00

I've worked 59 out of the last 60 days and am excited about being off tomorrow for Labor Day. Although it'd be nice to stay home and rest, we're planning another outdoor adventure.

The last few days all the biking I've got in was a couple of trips up the hill totaling 9.6 miles.

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The Hwy. 34 Nacho Ride.

2011-09-04T13:31:00.000-05:00

After the rains on Tuesday we thought we'd take the highway to Eagle and give those carbon ponies a chance to stretch their legs. It gave me 18.5 miles on Tuesday.

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Been spotted around.

2011-08-29T00:03:00.001-05:00

I have fallen behind on blogging, but I have been spotted with the wife on her new 2009 Trek FX 7.6 WSD from The Bike Rack while we rode the South Point loop, I worked the sign-up table at today's GPBC's Heatstroke 100 and I've taken a couple of trips up the hill this weekend. Togther I got another 17.6 miles.

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Gravel Worlds 2011

2011-08-20T23:50:00.000-05:00

I rode from 6am to noon in some mushy roads and mud, but it was a ton of fun and I felt great. I used my son's MTB and it worked well. I had to stop at noon to get back to Lincoln and ended the day with 51.4 miles.

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Yum! Gravel for breakfast.

2011-08-18T21:42:00.001-05:00

Councel and I met up before work to ride some gravel East of Lincoln this morning. Afterward I went on to the office racking up 35.3 miles for the day.

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They just don't get it.

2011-08-17T22:07:00.001-05:00

When it's this nice out it's a shame to drive. Give riding to work a try, you'll love it! I got 20.66 miles today commuting to work.
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Aaarrrr!

2011-08-16T21:05:00.000-05:00

Pirates are coming to Lincoln from all over for Saturday's annual 150 mile long Pirate Cycling League's Gravel Worlds race. In support of this weekend's race even the hobos that live under the 27th street overpass have their pirate flags hung from their antennas. Check out www.piratecyclingleague.blogspot.com for all the details.

I rode up the hill Sunday and to the office today for 25.51 miles.

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Gravel toward Wahoo.

2011-08-14T00:33:00.001-05:00

4 of us from the GPBC left Lincoln yesterday morning and headed North on gravel to train a little for next Saturday's Gravel Worlds race. I had to get back on time and turned around 8 miles shy of Wahoo. It was a beautiful morning and I had a nice tailwind push me home. Later I rode up the hill and back giving me 46.6 miles in all for the day.

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Enjoy your summer!

2011-08-13T00:00:00.001-05:00

I know I am! I rode to work yesterday in perfect conditions. And tonight I rode up the hill. Tomorrow we'll get some gravel goodness. Yesterday was 20.66 miles and tonight was 4.81. Hope your getting outdoors for some fun too.
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Use oil. Neatsfoot Oil that is.

2011-08-10T21:41:00.000-05:00

I've been content with the Brooks saddle on my Austro-Dieamler. But the other day when I got the Felt out for a ride I realized how much better the Brooks on the Felt was broke-in than the one on the Austro-Dieamler. It has 10 times more miles on it, but I couldn't help but wish it would break in faster. So I got out the Neatsfoot Oil and submerged the saddle in it for a few days. I had to add a few rocks to the bucket to displace the oil enough to cover the saddle.

Tonight I took it out and put it back on the bike, then went for a little spin around Hwy 2. I've also rode up the hill and to work since I last blogged for a total of 19.61 miles.

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Changes.

2011-08-10T21:31:00.000-05:00

Bike Pedalers closing has been the topic this week on the local cycling scene. We were all sad to see it happen. They have done so much for me, the scene, the sport, the lifestyle and the community. The Flatwater Cycling team and events will continue. And they are going to have a sale. To get on their email list and find out about the upcoming sale go to www.bikeped.com and send them an email. It was an epic ride. I wish everyone at the store the best in whatever path they choose.

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Loup to loop.

2011-08-06T23:49:00.000-05:00

I went for a spin late this morning on the South Point Loop after sleeping in because I was up late dancing on the bank of the Loup at Bobbie's wedding reception lastnight.

Later today I rode up the hill and back for a total if 12.5 miles.

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Aloha! From the 2011 Hawaiian Nacho Ride.

2011-08-02T23:16:00.000-05:00

The Mopac was the place to be tonight as cyclists took a couple of hours from their responsibilities for the prescribed weekly dosage of endorphins. The Hawaiian themed Nacho Ride is an annual event and it's always a hoot to see everyone decked out as if we were riding the Big Island. Tonight's ride began hot and steamy, but that only made it seem more authentic. I ended the evening with 20.43 miles.
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Happy Hour.

2011-08-01T12:16:00.000-05:00

Saw the sun come up as I rode into work this morning. We have to shuffle cars this afternoon, so I don't get to ride home. But with today's heat index at 112' F. I won't argue. Today's miles = 10.38

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Future cyclists.

2011-07-29T23:57:00.000-05:00

The high school runners are practicing again. It's that time of year. I just smile when I see then on the trails, because I know most of them will come around and become cyclist.

I always ask other bikers how they got into cycling. Lots of times they say they used to be runners, but gave it up, and now are cyclist. Ever notice how you seldom find a runner who has given up biking to run? But there are tons of great athletes on two wheels who have been told by their doctor that the impact is causing permanent damage and that they should switch to biking.

Nothing against runners. But it's hard not to wonder why schools don't have competitive cycling instead of Cross Country. Probably because of liability and cost.

Anyway, I always remember to smile and say "hi" to the runners when they go by. I want to stay on their good side, because in 10 years, they'll show up on a group ride and I'll need them to pull me into the wind.

I rode to the office, then up the hill today getting me 25.86 miles on the Austro-Diamler.

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Bike path improvements continue on the Billy Wolff.

2011-07-28T20:58:00.000-05:00

I took yesterday off, and drove to a meeting today in Omaha. But I did ride to work and back on Tuesday where the new bike path bridge is in place on the Billy Wolff just Northwest of 27th & Capital Parkway. Their working on the connector path that'll link it to the new Antelope Valley Project Trail. This will enable cyclist to cross Randolph to the East of Capital Parkway avoiding a crossing where cars are always seemingly stopped on the crosswalk and making right-hand turns without looking for bikes. The new bridge isn't quite open yet, but will be soon.

My miles on Tuesday's commute = 20.76

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Just bumming.

2011-07-26T10:32:00.000-05:00

I don't know what it was about yesterday's commute, but there were bums everywhere. Is there a homeless convention in town this week?

Also, I didn't think much about it when it happend. But later in the day it was a topic of discussion on Facebook. Apparently Shane saw me have a close call with a white minivan that wasn't paying attention. I had a feeling she wasn't going to look my way or stop and I finally had to yell "wait". She did, and as I rode by I thanked her. Remember, when your driving a car to look for bikes.

I got home from work with 20.84 miles on the Austro-Daimler for the day.

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Quality not quantity.

2011-07-24T23:46:00.000-05:00

I haven't been able to ride as much as I'd like. But I had my timing down pat today. I rode up the hill and back, and happend across Matt on his sweet new whip shortly after leaving the house. I missed this evening's storm and rode home on a dry bike path. Everything worked out in my favor. Today's miles = 4.81

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Riding more than blogging.

2011-07-22T23:59:00.000-05:00

Since everyone is tuned into TDF I figured it was ok to slack off a bit on blogging lately. But I have been riding a little. I biked to work and back today for 20.85 miles and rode up the hill 4 times lately for another 19.2 miles.

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Ducked out for a short ride.

2011-07-09T08:14:00.000-05:00

This morning I went for a spin up the hill equaling 4.80 miles.
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It just gets better and better.

2011-07-09T08:12:00.001-05:00

The trail center / bike shop is being built along the Antelope Valley Trail, new trees were planted this week, and the new bike bridge footings are in the ground on the Billy Wolfe. If you haven't been on a ride lately get your bike out and see what's new.
Yesterday's ride to the office = 20.84 miles.

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100%

2011-07-07T18:53:00.000-05:00

This morning's forecast said there was 100% humidity, but only a 30% chance of showers. I got 1/2 way to the office before the heavy showers hit and I stopped under a bridge to wait it out. The rain let up a little and I decided to ride on to the office. After hanging my clothes on the fence behind the office and drying my shoes, gloves and helmet with a fan I was ready to ride home under sunny skies this afternoon. Today's miles = 20.77

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Happy 5th of July!

2011-07-05T15:35:00.000-05:00

You could about do a census by riding the bike trails around Lincoln the morning after the 4th. As you ride from neighborhood to neighborhood it's obvious where the demographic lines are, based on the firecrackers and fireworks left on the bike path. The bike paths seem to be a favorite launching area across Lincoln. But in some neighborhoods everything is picked up and only powder burns are left as evidence of the fun had. Other parts of the city have more Chinese newspaper littering the path than you'd ever think possible.

I took the Austro-Daimler to work, and on the way home decided to climb the hill to add a little extra on. I got home with 24.86 miles for the day.
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Seward's 2011 Firecracker 50 4th of July ride.

2011-07-04T20:47:00.000-05:00

A bunch of us rode togther out of Lincoln in the pick-up to the start of this year's Firecracker 50 ride at the Evangelical Free Church in Seward. There was a thick fog and light East breeze. The fog eventually burned off, and it was a perfect day for a ride. I love the Firecracker 50 because it's a free ride. The GPBC sponsors the ride as part of Seward's big 4th of July celebration.

We had a great ride and were done before noon. Today's miles = 50.3

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Ruby does the South Point loop.

2011-07-03T22:15:00.000-05:00

The Mrs. And I went for a late morning spin around the South Point loop racking up 8.05 miles for the day.

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The Warriors Hustle

2011-06-30T23:54:00.002-05:00

Tonight biker gangs were on the loose in Lincoln! The theme for the Hustle was The Warriors and we were grouped into "gangs" of 3. Everyone had to go to one checkpoint, and the other 10 checkpoints could be divided up among the members of your "gang". There were points given at each checkpoint, and they could be taken by another gang in a 'Rumble'. Tonight's Hustle was sponsored in part by Modern Monks.

I even took a picture of Syd and I at Tierra Park to prove we were there. Since we didn't realize the checkpoint was on the asphalt loop in the woods. We were out of time and hoped it would suffice.

My gang rode hard and did a great job, and even though we finished well, our points were low and we came in dead last.

The race started with temps over 100' and a stiff South wind, but there was still and good turnout. I raced around 13.5 miles and including the ride there and back I got 23.3 miles in tonight.

Next months Hustle will be a big one with a big prize!

We will pump clap you up!

2011-06-29T20:02:00.000-05:00

The other day when I got two flats on the Austro-Diamler I aired them up with the CO2 inflator, but it was old and wore out and dosent work right any more. I decided to get a pump instead and found out it'd come in today. So, on the way home from work I stopped in at MWC to pick it up. I should be set now.

Otherwise it was a rocking ride to the office, and a hot muggy ride into a headwind home. But it still beats driving.

Today's miles on the work commute = 21.15

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Hard Rocking Nacho Ride.

2011-06-28T21:47:00.002-05:00

I took the Felt to work and back home. Then rode the Austro-Daimler to the Mopac trailhead for the Nacho Ride. Jon was kind enough to fix me up with some new duds from the Biiklops art show. Thanks Jon.

There was another big crowd with a line to order stretching out to the street at the One Eye'd Dog Saloon in Eagle. Lots of Nacho Ride regulars and plenty of newbies too. You can always tell who is new, their the ones who order a full order of nachos before they realize it's more than they can eat.

The highlight of tonight's ride was seeing Councel show up on his Specialized Hard Rock and try to keep up with us on the horse trails while we were on the Mopac with our road bikes. Too bad he got his pretty socks all wet when he under estimated the depth of a mud puddle he called a "lake". Lol!

I'm still struggling to get used to how far it is from the banks of Beal Brook to the Mopac trailhead, but the extra distance helps the miles add up. Today's miles = 57.61

A wheel bad commute.

2011-06-28T13:38:00.000-05:00

On yesterday's work commute I got a flat on the Austro-Diemler while riding through the Antelope Valley Project, I fixed it and a mile later... *BANG!* another blow out. I figured the wheel must be bad and had Bike Pedalers retape it. Since I ruined my spare tube I had to get a ride home and ended the day with 7.48 miles.

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Straight home to end TDN.

2011-06-26T14:10:00.001-05:00

That paceline made riding into the wind MUCH faster and easier for everyone. At times it was 20 bikers long. We kept it going, then at Roca Rd. Several of us peeled off and rode home while the others continued to Syracuse for the finish. I had to hurry home for an afternoon party. I hung the bike up with 37 miles for the day. That puts my 3rd TDN in the books. What fun!

As we rode city trails home we came across Mary and the others working one of the Trail Trek event booths. Lincoln Trails were full of cyclists today because of Trail Trek.

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Rocking a paceline into the rain and mist.

2011-06-26T08:30:00.000-05:00

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Leaving Wilbur on TDN 2011 day 5.

2011-06-26T06:58:00.000-05:00

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The Twisted Ponies play Bluegrass at the Fox-Hole in Wilbur.

2011-06-25T21:21:00.000-05:00

TDN bikers were entertained tonight by The Twisted Ponies at the legendary Fox-Hole Tavern.

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"Just a little famous" TDN 2011's youngest cyclist.

2011-06-25T21:17:00.000-05:00

Yes. She pedaled every mile and pushed her father up the hills!

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2011 Tour De Nebraska Annual Banquet.

2011-06-25T21:15:00.001-05:00

Rich presents awards and recognizes riders and supporters during tonight's banquet.

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Wilbur Ne. Welcomes 2011 Tour De Nebraska cyclists.

2011-06-25T14:01:00.001-05:00

They have free water and authentic Kolaches to help us feel at home. I parked the Felt at the Legion campground with 48.1 miles.

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The last few miles of day 4.

2011-06-25T13:56:00.001-05:00

Cruising into Wilbur without the headwind or clouds we had this morning.
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Sloppy Joes at RJ's in Dewitt.

2011-06-25T13:53:00.001-05:00

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Homestead National Monument offers rest to weary TDN riders as they cross the plains.

2011-06-25T10:53:00.000-05:00

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25 miles into day 4 on TDN cyclists hit Beatrice.

2011-06-25T10:21:00.000-05:00

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On day 4 TDN bikers break in Harbine.

2011-06-25T09:01:00.000-05:00

Business and gravy is on the menu and red beers are being served. Locals say there was 1 1/2" to 2" of rain early this morning.

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Rain jackets come off in Jansen as we use caution on wet tracks.

2011-06-25T08:18:00.000-05:00

A cyclist went down hard when they hit these wet R.R. Tracks outside of Jansen. They were taken into the hospital to get checked over and should be fine.

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Early morning thunderstorm.

2011-06-25T05:21:00.002-05:00

Oh yes I did!

2011-06-24T16:00:00.001-05:00

I've never got a room before on TDN, but tonight I splurged for a hot shower, A/C and a soft bed. Do I feel guilty? No. Ha!

Today ended with 73.5 miles.

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Fairbury - Tour De Nebraska's day 3 overnight stop.

2011-06-24T15:56:00.001-05:00

I pulled into Fairbury feeling proud of myself. Only to find Fixie Bob there without a drop of sweat on his brow. He's hardcore, and the day after TDN is over he's doing the 5 days, 500 miles ride. What an animal!

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Flat as a board and never warps.

2011-06-24T15:46:00.001-05:00

While we had some hills, today's ride had some long flat straight-aways. And with the tailwind we had it was easy to maintain speeds around 20 mph making the miles fast and fun.

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A/C, pickled eggs and Mountain Dew!

2011-06-24T13:09:00.000-05:00

Some TDN fuel in Endicott Ne. We're nearly done with day 3 and thanks to almost perfect weather it's been a great day to be biking.

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Biking through Odell.

2011-06-24T11:26:00.001-05:00

With 48 miles down and around 25 left to go on day 3 of TDN we're applying another coat of sun screen and catching our breath in Odell on our way to Fairbury.

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Hot wings and drinks in Barneston.

2011-06-24T10:12:00.001-05:00

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Give me Liberty.

2011-06-24T08:50:00.000-05:00

Drinks and sweets are ready for us in beautiful Liberty Ne. Their rolling out the red carpet for TDN cyclists with custom made PB&J sandwiches.
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The breeze and sun at our backs as we pedal west.

2011-06-24T07:51:00.001-05:00

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Up and at em!

2011-06-24T06:06:00.000-05:00

Today is the weeks highest mileage day, stay tuned to see if I make it.
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Ice cream social.

2011-06-23T19:44:00.001-05:00

TDN cyclists joined the Pawnee City residents on the Courthouse lawn for ice cream and live music by the 32 piece Southeast Nebraska Community Band. What a great way to unwind this evening!

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Supper at Schilling Bridge Winery.

2011-06-23T19:38:00.000-05:00

We dined in style on the patio overlooking the vineyard and listening to live music by the Fireflys.
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Find your gear.

2011-06-23T14:10:00.000-05:00

Riding into Pawnee City we were working hard to find a gear that could push us into the wind. Now that we're here it's time to find our bags and set up for the night at the school. TDN 2011 day 2 miles = 52.7

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Pulled.

2011-06-23T12:55:00.001-05:00

Cleatus is pulling me in now that he's got his fancy new Felt. The wind is no match for him.
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TDN cyclists go out of their way for eats in Dubois.

2011-06-23T11:40:00.000-05:00

Dubois welcomes us with great food and hospitality before we put our heads down and grind into a fierce 10 mile long hilly headwind to Pawnee City.

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Such a poser.

2011-06-23T09:49:00.001-05:00

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Stop for refreshments in Humbolt.

2011-06-23T09:36:00.001-05:00

28 miles into day 2 on Tour De Nebraska 2011 finds over 250 bikers smiling with tailwinds in Humbolt.
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Headed west.

2011-06-23T07:31:00.001-05:00

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2011's TDN route changes as flooding affects traffic.

2011-06-23T07:03:00.001-05:00

But bikers always find their way to the food. We are in line now for breakfast before hitting the road for day 2.
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Tents come down as cyclists get up to start day 2 of TDN in Auburn.

2011-06-23T05:58:00.001-05:00

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Auburn hosts cyclist on TDN 2011's first day.

2011-06-22T17:01:00.000-05:00

The last 10 miles today were into a tuff headwind, other than that the whole day was pretty easy. Day 1 is in the books with 62.7 miles.

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TDN day 1 camping has been changed.

2011-06-22T13:11:00.000-05:00

We were to spend the first night in Brownville, but we're now continuing on to Auburn due to the Missouri river flood.
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Our Felts were neck to neck...

2011-06-22T11:34:00.000-05:00

..but I think Cleatus was sandbagging.
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Going nuts in Peru.

2011-06-22T11:01:00.001-05:00

Stopped for lunch and I'm so full now I think I could pop. Now, on to Brownville.
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Tailwinds to Talmage!

2011-06-22T09:08:00.000-05:00

The first leg of the tour was cake with a strong wind at our backs.
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It's that time of year again! TDN starts now in Syracuse.

2011-06-22T07:27:00.000-05:00

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Holmes Lake fun.

2011-06-18T23:21:00.001-05:00

Our family spent the afternoon canoeing and fishing at Holmes Lake. We caught a couple and just really enjoyed being out on the water on a perfect day like today. Here's hoping you get a chance to spend some time outdoors this weekend with dear old dad.
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Workout.

2011-06-17T08:39:00.000-05:00

While I don't see any sense in working out or exercising just for the sake of working out, I did go for a spin early this morning. I'll be glad I did by this time next week when it'll be painfully obvious who has been conditioning and who (me) hasn't.

I have to workout on the road today, so this was my only chance for a ride. I wasn't alone though. This mallard hen was giving swimming lessons to her babies. And around a dozen sweat pants wearing participants were working out in the Union Bank parking lot. I spared them their dignity and didn't snap a picture. The South Point loop had bikers, joggers and dogs walking their owners too. I was disappointed though that The Incredible Bulk isn't open for breakfast at 5:30am. Where is the motivation to workout if there isn't a place with good food to stop at? Today's miles = 7.6

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Fast as lightning.

2011-06-16T23:35:00.001-05:00

Well, maybe not. But I did beat this morning's thunderstorm to the office. And by the time I was ready to take the Felt to the dentist after work (the bike's teeth are fine, mine needed cleaned) the sky was blue.

While I may not be as fast as I'd like to think I am, I'm not alone. Construction on the Billy Wolff is taking longer than first thought. Bikers are still being sent down the sidewalk on the West side of Capital Parkway. On the way to work I had the chance to check my brakes when a driver made a right turn onto Capital Parkway without looking right first.
In the same spot on the way home I had to navigate around 30 some YMCA youth program kids while being heckled by one of my loyal blog readers. I was starting to think the commute was getting trickier than I could handle. Slackers like me will be thankful to find the detour sends cyclists between the Teacher's Fountain and the Rose Garden and the overwhelming fragrance is enough to restore any beat down self esteem. Today's miles = 21.77

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Shadows.

2011-06-15T21:40:00.001-05:00

Today's miles on the work commute = 20.68

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The 100th Nacho Ride draws a big crowd.

2011-06-14T22:17:00.001-05:00

The Mopac was very busy as cyclists made their way to Eagle to celebrate the 100th Nacho Ride since they began just over 5 years ago. It was a great day to be biking. After riding to work and tonight's Nacho Ride I parked the Austro-Daimler with 38.98 miles for the day.

A quick detour.

2011-06-13T22:22:00.001-05:00

It won't last long, but there is a detour on the Billy Wolff that takes cyclist by the Sunken Gardens on a narrow sidewalk. They'll have it open soon, but what I'm really looking forward to is having the tunnel under the 27th and Capital Parkway open again, that won't happen for months though. Today's miles on the work commute = 20.8

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Rural Ride.

2011-06-12T22:30:00.000-05:00

A half dozen of us met up for breakfast then headed to Cortland on the Homestead trail. It was a great day for it and a fun group to share some time and miles with. We got back in time for food on the patio. I then took Scott's advice and had a quick nap before riding to the office to get a few things done. Afterward the ride home treated me to a perfect sunset. The spin to Cortland was 42 miles, and the work commute was 20.4 giving me 62.4 for the day.
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Good evening.

2011-06-11T22:10:00.000-05:00

It was a good evening to grab the bike and go for a quick ride before bed. I spun the legs out on the South Point loop racking up 7.7 miles in around 1/2 an hour. It's one of the nicest paths in all of Lincoln's 128 miles of bike paths and is a quick way to get to shopping and dining.

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Getting lost at home.

2011-06-11T00:02:00.000-05:00

I had to work on the road today. But this evening I found time to get lost and find myself. I took a short spin around the new neighborhood just exploring and bumming around. Nothing like a leisurely cruise to take the edge off a workweek. I love it here! Tonight's miles = 4.75
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Easy street

2011-06-10T09:10:00.001-05:00

Take a break from the hassles of driving and bike to work. With construction, auto repairs and the price of gas, sometimes the path less traveled really is easier. Yesterday I had an abbreviated commute after taking the car to the shop to get worked on. I just hauled the bike and rode to the office from there. Yesterday's miles from the mechanic's to work and back = 15.64
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9 to 5... And then some.

2011-06-08T19:36:00.001-05:00

I got to work in the office again today rather than on the road out of town. That means I can bike to work. But I wish it was more biking and less working. I had a tailwind on the trip home that turned my mood around and put today in the books on a high note. Today's miles = 20.58

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10-20? On the DL.

2011-06-07T18:11:00.004-05:00

Comments have been made in person, emails and on FB regarding my lack of riding and blogging. Well today I rode the tailwind to work. Then trudged home against a tough headwind and 100' heat. The Austro-Daimler found a piece of glass on the way home and Bob was there to lend a hand getting me up and going. I stopped off at MWC for a new tube and some Co2s of air before finishing the commute. Today's miles = 21.03

Last week I rode to work and back 1 1/2 times adding on another 30.8 miles.

Finally, I'd be remiss if I didn't give a nod of approval to the interweb's newest blogger. Ladies and Gents, let me introduce to you cyclingcounsel

Bike To Work Week kick-off event.

2011-05-13T23:19:00.001-05:00

Today was the Bike To Work week kick-off event downtown to get the word out about next weeks designation as Bike To Work Week. There was a good crowd on hand. I had to work out of town, so I only got 10.1 miles in today.
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Movement

2011-05-12T23:14:00.000-05:00

Biking to work can be a lot like pooping. If you wait to long, it can be hard, exhausting, embarrassing and smell bad. But if you ride to work regularly you'll find it fast, easy, enjoyable, and good for your health.

For those of us who need a gentle reminder, next week is Bike To Work Week with a kickoff event tomorrow morning downtown.

Today's miles on the ride to work and back = 20.74

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Ride around.

2011-05-04T23:59:00.001-05:00

I rode to work and found where some moron moved a picnic table across the shortcut from Holdrege St to the John Dietrich. It'd have been tough to see in the dark and could have caused a heck of a wreck. I had a sweet tail wind. I spent the day working on the road, so I only got a 1/2 a commute in equaling 10.2 miles.
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Happy 5th Birthday Nacho Ride!

2011-05-03T21:07:00.000-05:00

I took the Felt to work and found a sticker, otherwise it was a nice trip in.

Afterward, I rode straight to the Mopac trailhead for the 5th anniversary Nacho Ride. Council was rocking his 'fancy' socks and Phil had desert to help us celebrate. There was a good crowd. The ride home is quite a bit farther than it used to be, and it's not just me whining because I'm so out of shape. It was a perfect night to be out on the bike and I parked it with 43.1 miles for the day.
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Getting reacquainted with the Rock Island.

2011-05-03T11:11:00.000-05:00

Yesterday was my first commute to the new abode. I drove to work, then rode the Astro-Daimler home. I was shocked to find that it wasn't more miles or time than I had thought it'd be. Yesterday's miles on the 1/2 commute = 10.56

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Repositioned for a new commute.

2011-04-28T23:58:00.000-05:00

We have relocated the Nebraska Outdoor Addict corporate campus just off the bike path on the scenic banks of Beal Brook. We are moved, but certainly not settled in and we'll be unpacking for a long time. This'll make the work commute a little longer and put us in a good location for biking.
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To: "NOA" From: "Nacho Riders"

2011-04-26T15:34:00.000-05:00

Boy, You guys are all right! I don't care what everyone else says. Look at what I found on the front step. What a cool surprise!

I had to skip the ride again today. But I'll be there again, just like old times next week. I should be settled in and back on the bike real soon.

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The 2nd annual NSFW ride.

2011-04-21T22:52:00.000-05:00

Yesterday 19 of us skipped work to ride the NSFW ride around Lincoln. We stopped at a 1/2 a dozen bike shops, had lunch in Havelock and got 40 miles in. I made it back to the house with 47.8 miles for the day.
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We biked all right today.

2011-04-09T23:00:00.001-05:00

Patches and I decided to go for a spin this morning. We took a series of right-hand turns on the Tierra Williamsburg to S. 14th St. to The Jamaica North to The Salt Creek Levy Trail to the Antelope Valley Project Trail to the Billy Wolff.

I parked the Felt with an extra 23.2 miles on it after the ride.
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Picking up where we left off.

2011-04-05T20:39:00.000-05:00

The boys and I met up for a spin to Eagle for a preseason Nacho Ride. The ride was perfect and the ribbing began at the Trailhead and didn't let up. I don't know what I've missed more, the riding or making memories with these clowns. The Tuesday Night Nacho Ride officially begins it's 5th season on May 3rd.

Tonight's miles = 28.62

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League of American Bicyclists Traffic Skills 101 class.

2011-04-02T20:34:00.002-05:00

Today a group of us took the LAB's Traffic Skills 101 class with intentions of eventually becoming certified instructors ourselves. It was a great class with time in the classroom followed by skill development in the parking lot with cones. Finally we put what we'd learned into practice as we rode the streets and trails. We made a pit stop at MWC during their 'Spring Cleaning Party' before riding back to finish the 1-day class.

I was a little late after finding a big piece of glass in my tire about 1/2 way there. I got it fixed only to flat again hours later when my tube went through a hole in the sidewall and popped. It's time for new tires.

Today was a lot of fun and I learned a few things that made the day well spent. Today's miles = 13.3

Ah, Spring!

2011-03-21T20:44:00.002-05:00

Warmer temps, drivers who have forgotten to look for cyclists and dealing with a serious lack of fitness. It's that time of year again. I spent 11 hours at the office today and went home quite a bit later than normal. The smell of burgers on backyard grills as I pedaled home was overwhelming. I'll be in Columbus, West Point, Columbus again and Fremont working the next few days, but hopefully I'll be back on the bike soon.

Today's miles to work and back = 20.44

The 2nd Annual NSFW Ride Announcement.

2011-03-21T15:53:00.006-05:00

Date: Wednesday 4/20/11

Location: Intersection of the Billy Wolff Trail & Rock Island Trail on the North end of the Zoo.

Time: 9am

Not Sorry (for) Forgetting Work

Put in now to take April 20 off as a vacation day. Celebrate spring on a ride around Lincoln with like-minded friends. Spend the workday riding while your co-workers toil away. Meet at 9am, ride is held on city trails. 40 miles long, ride for part of the day or the whole thing. 12-14 mph average speed. Last year's NSFW Ride was a ball!

Here is the map for this year's ride.

Ride starts and ends at the intersection of the Rock Island Trail and Billy Wolfe Trail on the North Side of the Zoo at 27th & Capital Parkway.

Several Lincoln bike shops will have free refreshments, giveaways, discounts and prizes for NSFW riders! Including Joyride, Bike Pedalers, The Bike Rack, Cycle Works, & Monkey Wrench Cycles.

The route will feature stops at these shops giving riders a chance to refuel, visit, shop, register for prizes, and use bathrooms or have mechanics make adjustments.

The NSFW Ride will be a fun chance to meet other cyclist, check out new bikes and biking gear, as well as a great way to get in some miles while everyone else is stuck at work. No fee to ride, but bring lunch money, lunch will be at your choice of Havelock restaurants.

NEBRASKA OUTDOOR ADDICT

68 degrees in early January!

The 2012 GPBC New Years Day Ride.

A little late.

The Nintendo Hustle.

Here we go... Again.

Commute route improves.

Labor Day hunt.

If I slowed down, would I lose my ballance?

The Hwy. 34 Nacho Ride.

Been spotted around.

Gravel Worlds 2011

Yum! Gravel for breakfast.

They just don't get it.

Aaarrrr!

Gravel toward Wahoo.

Enjoy your summer!

Use oil. Neatsfoot Oil that is.

Changes.

Loup to loop.

Aloha! From the 2011 Hawaiian Nacho Ride.

Happy Hour.

Future cyclists.

Bike path improvements continue on the Billy Wolff.

Just bumming.

Quality not quantity.

Riding more than blogging.

Ducked out for a short ride.

It just gets better and better.

100%

Happy 5th of July!

Seward's 2011 Firecracker 50 4th of July ride.

Ruby does the South Point loop.

The Warriors Hustle

We will pump *clap* you up!

Hard Rocking Nacho Ride.

A wheel bad commute.

Straight home to end TDN.

Rocking a paceline into the rain and mist.

Leaving Wilbur on TDN 2011 day 5.

The Twisted Ponies play Bluegrass at the Fox-Hole in Wilbur.

"Just a little famous" TDN 2011's youngest cyclist.

2011 Tour De Nebraska Annual Banquet.

Wilbur Ne. Welcomes 2011 Tour De Nebraska cyclists.

The last few miles of day 4.

Sloppy Joes at RJ's in Dewitt.

Homestead National Monument offers rest to weary TDN riders as they cross the plains.

25 miles into day 4 on TDN cyclists hit Beatrice.

On day 4 TDN bikers break in Harbine.

Rain jackets come off in Jansen as we use caution on wet tracks.

Early morning thunderstorm.

Oh yes I did!

Fairbury - Tour De Nebraska's day 3 overnight stop.

Flat as a board and never warps.

A/C, pickled eggs and Mountain Dew!

Biking through Odell.

Hot wings and drinks in Barneston.

Give me Liberty.

The breeze and sun at our backs as we pedal west.

Up and at em!

Ice cream social.

Supper at Schilling Bridge Winery.

Find your gear.

Pulled.

TDN cyclists go out of their way for eats in Dubois.

Such a poser.

Stop for refreshments in Humbolt.

Headed west.

2011's TDN route changes as flooding affects traffic.

Tents come down as cyclists get up to start day 2 of TDN in Auburn.

Auburn hosts cyclist on TDN 2011's first day.

TDN day 1 camping has been changed.

Our Felts were neck to neck...

Going nuts in Peru.

Tailwinds to Talmage!

It's that time of year again! TDN starts now in Syracuse.

Holmes Lake fun.

Workout.

Fast as lightning.

Shadows.

We will pump clap you up!