Category Archives: Thoughts on Two Wheels

Bicycling-related posts

What Is That to You?

Posted on May 29, 2012 by Jan C. Johnson

“C’mon, Jan… cadence!” I reminded myself. Panting, I shifted to an easier gear so I could pedal faster. Sure enough, my speed increased slightly despite the stiff climb. I was 1.2 miles into the first of two laps on the … Continue reading →

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Mrs. Tweedy and her Majestic Dubble-Bubble Hairdo

Posted on May 14, 2012 by Jan C. Johnson

I guess I should first explain that when I got my new bicycle last year, a Trek Madone 5.2, I wanted to give it a name worthy of its sterling qualities. Black with white lines and lettering, it is lightweight … Continue reading →

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Eensy Weensy Spider

Posted on April 26, 2012 by Jan C. Johnson

Several weeks ago Heather, my sweet daughter-in-law, invited me to do the bicycle portion of a sprint (short-distance) relay triathlon. She will do the swim and run parts. It’s pretty exciting… now we’re not just mom/daughter, not just friends… we’re … Continue reading →

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Clean or Mean: Eating Your Words

Posted on February 17, 2012 by Jan C. Johnson

I don’t mind telling you that I’m in my fifties. Or that I grew up in a Midwestern family which, like Erma Bombeck’s, “viewed gravy as a beverage” (one of my favorite Erma quotes). Even though I’ve been bicycling since … Continue reading →

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Creature of Habit (Part 2)

Posted on January 22, 2012 by Jan C. Johnson

I already told you about how I go on auto-pilot when doing routine things at home. Well, now it seems there are times I can’t remember whether I am riding my bicycle, or driving a car. One afternoon I was … Continue reading →

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Gift Ideas for the Bike Masochist

Posted on December 19, 2011 by Jan C. Johnson

You can just tell when a fitness product is targeted toward the male market. Recently Brent was looking online for some new cycling DVDs. (These are videos meant to guide your workout on a stationary bike or trainer, as I’ve … Continue reading →

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