It’s National Bike to Work Day (Friday, May 15th 2015), so I decided to do a blog post on this special day. I “try” to bike to work as many days as possible as long as the weather holds up or I don’t have a big “commitment” before or after work that I need to “rush” to. I bike for many reasons (e.g. health, fitness, financial, etc..).
While looking for links to share on my facebook to challenge others to bike, I found this National Bike Challenge. I’m kind of behind in the competition (1st of May) as I started late (15th). However, it’ll be interesting to get the totals for calories burned, money saved from gas usage for a car if I did had to drive, and miles I biked after this 3-month challenge. Stay tune for updates on the #’s I tally from now till the end of the summer. I’ll be happy to hear yours (post below) if you do decide to join this challenge…I challenge you!
June 1st #436 locally
#12,056 nationally
June 11th 2015
#373 locally #10,155 nationally
June 26th 2015
#323 locally #8,209 nationally
Mohr-Pomme-Green
https://goo.gl/maps/TpSlE
July 1st 2015
1,147p.
Sal Monteagudo 187 miles/48 days this Challenge
#343 locally #8,397 nationally
July 5th 2015 Battle Creek Rec
https://goo.gl/maps/Gj9kP
5.4 miles
1,259p.
SAL MONTEAGUDO
219 miles/52 days this Challenge
#310 LOCALLY
#7,759 NATIONALLY
July 13th 2015
1,458p
#298 locally #7,416 nationally
July 18th 2015
1,592p.
Sal Monteagudo 292 miles/65 days this Challenge
#287 locally #6,999 nationally
“Pomme De Terre Park Bike Trail in Morris, Minnesota on Saturday, July 18th 2015
Biking (WCROC to UMM) Downhill (July 2015)
Aug. 3rd 2015
1,981p.
Sal Monteagudo 381 miles/80 days this Challenge
#329 locally #7,937 nationally
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I have only less than a week left in this bike challenge.. #250 locally #6,425 nationally http://t.co/8bQE0ZVgxo pic.twitter.com/JduwqM7hIa
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Other Stats:
Minnesota (State)
Calories Burned: 76,642, 349
Dollars Saved: $244,492
Pounds CO2 Saved: 389,456
1,413, 886.8 Miles Rode
69% Recreation
31% Transportation
Nation (U.S.A.)
37,728,903 MILES Rode
92,396 RIDERS
Bike Vlog: Battle Creek Regional Park (Maplewood, MN)
I decided to do this video blog after missing my personal mile run earlier in the week. The season has changed (Fall like weather), so my immune system was affected by the weather change and eating some “Brandy Chocolates” (has some alcohol) 😦
Great Causes:
Cycling to build Haiti House orphanage
Published by Lindsay Steele on July 15, 2015 mnnonline.org
“…That’s why cycling pianist Alan Curtis Tripp is riding 3,500 miles from one end of America to the other: to raise funds and awareness for the Haiti House project with Kids Alive International…”
Seasons
Summer Season
*see Tips for Energy during “Hot” Summer Activities goodnewshealthandfitness.wordpress.com
Hot weather cycling: five tips to help you keep your cool Nigel Wynn June 25, 2018 4:15 pm cyclingweekly.com
“..Using drinks with electrolytes can be a good idea to replace those lost by sweating, which can cause cramping. Packing ice cubes into your bottle before you leave will help keep your drink cool, at least for the first half an hour….
The breeze you create by riding along has its own cooling effect, and it’s sometimes only when you stop riding do you appreciate exactly how hot it is…”
How To Dress For Cycling In Hot Weather – What To Wear … – YouTube
Winter Season
Five Best Bikes For Winter by Perry bicycle-touring-guide.com
“..Diamondback Clarity Internal Gear Hub Protects Against The Elements
One simple way to prepare for winter is to invest in a bike with internal geared hubs.
Snow and ice can damage the shifting components on a bike, which could lead to costly regular repairs if you plan to ride through winter. Enclosing shifting components inside the hub protects them from the elements and could save you time and money down the road…”
Winter Bicycling: How to Enjoy It rei.com
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Why Ride in Winter?
At first, it might seem to be a daunting activity—bundling yourself up to ride through winter snow, ice, rain or even just cooler temperatures. But give it a chance. I’ve been a successful 4-season rider for many years now, and I live in Minneapolis. I have never regretted trading my commute by car for a commute by bicycle.
The rewards are many. I never get stuck in traffic. I never have to wait for a tow truck to get a jump-start or change my oil or pay for gas. The peace and solitude of an early morning ride through a light January snow is something that I would never give up.
Regardless of the weather, you benefit greatly by riding a bike more. The exercise alone is an almost unimaginable reward. Instead of sedentary transport by car, the very act of going from place to place by bike gets your heart pumping, blood flowing and the calories burning. …”
Sal: I like to ride during the winter as it beats waiting to warm-up your vehicle just to drive 1 mile from work. I rather use that time and ride instead of wasting that gas and it’s great exercise. Another plus is you don’t have to deal with getting your car stuck due to snow plows causing snow drifts. However, I’ve learned to bike more when the roads are clear of ice as it’s safer. I then use my car if it’s too slippery, slushy, or too “rough”.
Fitness: Bicycling (Pomme De Terre Park Bike Trails) w/HealthFitnessLifeGuy
Fitness Exercises to Maintain
The Best Strength Exercises for Cyclists January 12, 2015 By Mike Schultz .trainingpeaks.com
“..Cycling happens one leg at a time, is predominately aerobic and requires repeated force production. Cycling also requires a strong core for handling your bike, climbing and overall endurance. There are many exercises that can address these needs but there are a few, especially when combined, which will target the entire body in a cycling specific way. Body weight exercises can be done anywhere, from your home, gym or office, while exercises incorporating weights are best done in a gym setting with proper footwear, form and spotters if needed…”
5 Core Exercises For Cyclists – Improve Your Strength On … – YouTube
The Five Best Strength Exercises for Cyclists – YouTube
5 Dynamic Exercises For Cyclists – YouTube
Top 5 Stretches To Do After A Ride | Cycling Fitness – YouTube
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=1VCM7xnL2QY
*see Fitness: Various kinds of Stretches goodnewshealthandfitness.wordpress.com
Fitness: Biking at University of Minnesota-Morris Campus (Regional Fitness Center too)
Basics of Cycling
-Equipment
=>Bike Tires
How to Choose Bike Tires rei.com
Best road bike tires 2018: everything you need to know bikeradar.com
What you need to know about the different types of road tires
“The best road bike tires
Best all-round performance tire: Continental Grand Prix 4000 S II..”
=>Inner Tube
Bike Tires 101 : The basics of bike tire sizing
How to Read Bicycle Tire Sizes
Maintenance
Your ALL-IN-ONE Bike Maintenance Tutorial. How To Service A Bicycle.
Music
“Let’s Go Ride a Bike” (originally “Let’s go Fly a Kite” from Mary Poppins) by Crazy lil’ Sal
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Mother and son bring thousands of bikes to Africa Published: 9:26 AM CDT May 29, 2019
Updated: 1:33 PM CDT June 3, 2019 kare11.com
” During his first trip to Africa, 10-year-old Winston saw a woman who reminded him of his grandmother walking for miles and miles. He was determined to help. Fifteen years later, he and his mother have brought over 10,000 bikes to Africa. “
Wheels to Africa | CHANGING LIVES ONE BIKE AT A TIME wheels-to-africa.org
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