Two Turkeys and a Naysayer on the Road to Belgium (Wisconsin)
Early AM Turkeys outside of Milwaukee I had just departed from the Motel 6 in Glendale, WI (Milwaukee for all intents) when I came across these specimens from the animal…
An Easy Day Gone Awry
I got a great start getting into town. First in fog, then through some scenic stretches like this. "Love" Bridge encountered as I slithered into Milwaukee Today was supposed to…
The Majesty of the Outdoors (on the Robert McClory Bike Path)
This is what I saw coming at me on the Robert McClory Bike Path as I left Waukegan this morning. I set down the bike to take the snap for…
Burnt Toast on Day One
This "pedway" to the bike trail along the lake almost spelled my doom. Easing my bike down the little ramp along the edge didn't work as planned. I lost control…
When fear knocks, go out through the back door
I slept only in fits and starts last night, the night before the first day on my cycling tour around Lake Michigan, which will take me past Milwaukee, Port Washington,…
Planning to Circumnavigate a Large Body of Fresh Water
No other planning can proceed unless you know where you are going and to figure that out you're going to need a route. It's been done before, a few hardy…
Take it Slow: the Right Way to Haul Ass
Soma Double Cross with 36-spoke rear wheel and Bob Yak trailer I've done this before. 13 years ago, yeah, sure, but I've done it. Back then it was the Grand…
Conversation with Alex Wilson, Founder and Executive Director of West Town Bikes
West Town Bike Youths on Parade Alex Wilson founded West Town Bikes, using bikes as a vehicle [pun intended] to better the quality of life for young people on Chicago's…
Bike to End Division Announces Fundraiser
The 1st inaugural Bike to End Division charity ride is now official! We've identified two worthy beneficiaries for the ride, West Town Bikes and One Spirit, which serve two of…