missinglink

Got just a smidge over 11 miles today. It was a little muggy, but good to be active.
Trying to get my stamina back enough to ride in a nearby area that allows me 20-25 mile rides. Much prettier area with little traffic and smoother roads.

john m flores 

Lunchtime errand to the Italian deli for my favorite mozzarella, prosciutto, and roasted pepper sandwich, espresso beans, bread, and other items. Tested out the Wald rack on Zizzo.



Then an afternoon fitness ride. This was the first day of the year where I felt like I was getting stronger.in my legs and lungs.

pepperbelly

That is a worthy goal! I’m hungry now!

essiemyra

I was able to leave the house at 9 am this morning and ride for 21 miles. Blue skies and the temperature was 46 degrees at 11:00 am when I returned home.

missinglink

16 miles today.
It was dark, and muggy, and windy, but possible severe thunderstorms are predicted for Friday, Saturday, and Sunday, so I figured I'd better get a decent ride while I could.

OldTryGuy

I just spec'd out the Zizzo Liberte and compared to my 45+ pound, 42 year old DAHON there is a possibility of buying one. ENJOY your miles on it

john m flores 

Thanks - I've had the Liberte for 5 years. Purchased it when I was traveling regularly to Washington DC by train and bus. Rode around much of the capital with it, on much of the bike infrastructure there, including a ~27 mile loop around the perimeter of the city.

Headset was binding a little when I first purchased it. Quick adjustment. Been through three sets of brake pads. Recently regreased the hubs. Wheels still true.

As the photo suggests, it's my in town grocery getter these days. Easy to store and, even with the panners and basket, pretty light to haul up and down he stairs to my basement.

Overall, it's been a great little bike. I recommend it to anyone looking for an affordable folder. My Bike Fridays ride more like full-sized bikes, but the Zizzo was cheap and not so precious that I'd be super bummed if it was stolen.

essiemyra

I was able to get out and ride a little early this morning. I left the house at 8:35 am and rode for 23 miles. The weather was nice with blue skies, and cloudless for the most part, the temperature was 43 when I left the house. I had added 3 extra miles on my ride, and I am going to try to increase it over the summer.

essiemyra

Another day I was able to get out early at 8:30 am and ride.

It was a just get out and get a few miles day. So my ride was only 15 miles. But the best part was five minutes after getting home it started raining.

wait4me

Got 75 miles in at the Tour De Pickle in Mount Olive NC.

ascherer 

We had house guests this weekend, so I got a late start, but if I'm being honest not really much later than my lazy weekend self manages when there aren't folks staying over. about 15 miles out the weather took a turn for the wetter. Got 25 miles in and felt raindrops just as I got home.

essiemyra

Another morning with an early start, I was on the road by 8:30 am. I needed to get out to start the month of May with some miles. The weather was lousy, overcast and the temperature was 44f degrees when I left the house. But I rode for 19 miles so all is good.

bharrisonb

May Day ride ... Wingaersheek Beach and Conomo Point from Good Harbor Beach ... a surprisingly chilly and windy 50 degF this afternoon.



At Conomo Point, Essex, Massachusetts

john m flores 

It's that time of the year where every 100 miles in the saddle tangibly improves fitness and endurance, where you can stay on top of the bigger gear just a little bit longer, and can stand on some of the short climbs.

Man, I wish these days would never end...

philbob57

I'm still on my 1st 100 miles of 2024. I rode 15+ miles yesterday in sunny, mid-70s weather. Wind was mainly from the North at 15+ mph. Nit an easy ride, but very enjoyable and worthwhile. It was my 4th ride of 2024, and I'm getting stronger. I agree with John - it's great to feel the improvement.

Samac

Beautiful day. Got in 16 miles around the neighborhood.

Cheers,

Scott

freeranger

No ride today (5/3)-if you're watching the KY Oaks horse race, you know why--rain off and on. Last ride was 5/1, nice day although windy. And I just seemed a bit "off". Haven't gotten many rides in this year, and maybe just need to fit more rides in, but just can't seem to get my "biking legs" under me! Using as much, or more weight when working out at the gym, but isn't transferring to biking. Had a good day on the hills a few weeks ago, not so much since then. But working at it! "Some days you eat the bear (hills?), some days the bear eats you".

SpedFast

I cleaned and re-greased my BB bearings then while I had the bike on the stand decided to take the day off and rebuild the rear DR. Ended up replacing the rear shift cable too. Headed into the house and the DW surprised me with my first pair of bibs. She got them in canary yellow to match my fave jersey. I couldn't wait to try them out so I suited up and put almost 30 miles in, no wind, but a soaking mist. The bibs were great. Felt like I could have stayed in the saddle for another 50 miles easily and the bike shifted like a charm. Hot shower and cup of Joe. What a great day thanks mostly to my lovely wife. I think I'll keep her

nlerner

The usual weekend ramble with a friend. Kinda cold out there for early May in the Boston area.