When I started my bicycle journey a few months ago, I never wore a helmet.  I didn’t even give it a thought.     I’m a nurse that has cared for many patients with head injuries. Why didn’t I think to wear a helmet? I guess that it just wasn’t a thing when I was growing…

I never thought I’d be a cyclist, but here I am, cruising around on my trusty bike at the ripe old age of 60. It’s been a wild ride so far, and I’ve learned a lot about both my bike and myself. First and foremost: safety.  Let’s just say, I didn’t exactly come into this…

Looking to start bicycling when you are over 60 and not in the best shape? While it’s definitely possible, there are a few things you should consider before getting started. I began my own bicycle journey at 60 to replace my running routine that I absolutely loved but had to give up due to a…

Is it really important for a new rider over 60 to wear eye protection while bike riding? Yes! Just YES! For me it is just that simple. Rain or shine I would encourage you to wear protective eyeglasses when you ride your bicycle.  I normally wear prescription eyeglasses at all times just to see.  I…

Early morning bike ride

Have you ever been caught in the rain on a bike ride? If you are starting a bicycle journey, it will inevitably happen. We all know that the weather reports are not always accurate! Will riding in the rain damage your bicycle? Well, I found out that it actually can cause damage to your bike. However,…

Well, it finally happened, I got caught in the rain while on a bike ride. When I say rain, I mean a down pour! The weather radar said that there would be about a 90-minute window with no rain.  Since I had a crazy schedule that day and only had limited time to get a…

If you’re new to cycling, it’s important to know the best way to fuel your body for the ride.  It ensures that you have the energy and stamina to finish your ride. It doesn’t matter if you’re a beginner bike rider just getting off the couch to start riding or if you’ve been on a…

With aging comes a bigger need to focus on staying active and maintain a healthy lifestyle. I found cycling to be a great way to help with this. The first time that I headed out on my bike, I had no idea how much I would enjoy it. I was pleasantly surprised to find that…

When I started my bicycle journey a few weeks ago, I truly never thought about adding any accessories to my bike.  The last time I really rode a bike was when I was a kid, over 50 years ago.  I didn’t need any accessories then except maybe a basket to haul all of my important…