BC Parkway (also known as the 7-Eleven Trail) could be a great trail, but it really isn’t. It has three main problems: The paving is ruined by tree roots, making the trail so bumpy you have to be careful of doing yourself an injury. It is atrociously badly sign-posted – the first time I used it I had to follow someone, just to figure out the route. Which was unfortunate, … [Read more...]
Bike Commuting – Hurting All Over!
At Week 3 of my bike commuting I was feeling pretty cocky. I was still tired on the evening rides, especially the last one of the week, but I was feeling stronger and even a little bit faster. This was going to be easy and I was going to be in the best shape of my life, already five pounds lighter with lower blood pressure! Time for a reality check … Week four … OMG! … [Read more...]
How I Became a Bike Commuter and Shed Stress Immediately
I have finally achieved my dream of starting to commute to work by bike! I am now officially a bike commuter! In 2009 I had back surgery and was forced to stop running. My doctor recommended cycling. I had given up cycling years before due to back problems, so I was initially reluctant to try. But after having a proper bike fitting, I was able to return to recreational … [Read more...]
“Bike Lanes a Disaster!” Who the Heck got to Global?
When I first immigrated to Canada I was blown away by many things – not least of which was its free press. I had spent more than three decades living under a regime that tolerated no press freedom whatsoever, so I was extremely impressed by what seemed to be an unfettered press. After watching Global TV this morning my illusions of a free press in Canada are shattered (sadly, … [Read more...]
Cycling Inspiration from a dog on a trailer on Commercial Drive
On Commercial Drive I recently came across this big gentle dog, waiting very patiently for its owner to finish refreshing him/herself in JJ Bean Coffee Shop. Related: How to Carry your Dog Safely in a Pet Basket This sight made me think about a conversation I had with my good friend, Lucy. Lucy told me: “I’d really like to travel by bike, cos of course I know it’s better … [Read more...]
