Bicycle Riding/touring

Discussion in 'Travel & Vacation' started by Denise Evans, Jul 24, 2016.

  1. Ike Willis

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    Be careful out there. Iowa's RAGBRAI ( an annual bike ride across Iowa, from west border to east border, ending this year in my town.) started Sunday, with one rider being hit by a truck on that day and killed. A day or two later, a man was sleeping in his tent and a pickup truck drove by, snagging the tent and dragging the man some distance.
    nearly every year someone dies on the Iowa ride. Some from health issues, some from accidents.
    Here's what the ride looks like.

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    I like your idea, Denise. You'll also be burning more calories towing me. :)

    I could probably still ride a bike also. A shaky start at first but I'd get back into quickly. I'd be huffing and puffing on any incline though. Except for the heat, Fresno is perfect for riding...all flat.
     
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    It's flat around here too, that's lucky for me because going uphill will be a real challenge if I get that far, lol;)
     
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    Oh looks awesome but too crowded for me. I like a couple folks to ride with, but not a crowd like that. Course I would never get into racing because I don't have much of a competitive spirit:) Yep, we have to be careful, can't seem to live in this world without ending up dead;) I've had 2 neighbors kick off since I moved in in Jan. 2016. They were just in their apartments:(
     
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    For those who are too old for bikes, there is always the Yellow Alinker!;)
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    That's awesome Joe. I never saw one of those before.:)
     
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    Great Joe, this allows for exercise!! Also, I talked to a lady on bikerforums and she has what she calls a Trike, and loves it!! I couldn't quit thinking about it because of the comfort!
    trike.jpg
     
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    I know a HUGE link, but I did a quick, google search, and just look at these people!! There are lots of kinds, and even the motors nowaday, little electric I believe. I am now thinking very seriously about a trike in the future. I will still by my bike today, but these trikes are really on my mind after I met the cool lady on my biker forum!! Take a look!!

    https://www.google.com/search?q=Tri...4CYKHRaHDEcQ_AUICSgC&biw=1600&bih=708#imgrc=_
     
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    With the above, there would be no balance issue (3 wheels much easier for balance) Just one benefit. I think the only strength you would need would really be your legs. I mean I already understand there are many that cannot do this. I'm just putting it out there for those that want to try something, and are body-able;)
     
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