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    And the Surge Begins

    It is this time every year when the gyms are packed and the bike trails are congested. It is this time every year when people make promises… Read more “And the Surge Begins”

    January 1, 2016January 1, 2016 by secondratecyclist

    Hardcore Focus

    Having a vision or having a dream is not all that astounding. Many people dream and wish. Big deal. Having determination and focus to accomplish or make a dream… Read more “Hardcore Focus”

    November 12, 2015 by secondratecyclist

    Entering the Red Zone on a Trainer

    For those who are so-so cyclists and/or do it mainly to hang out and have the coolest or latest ride, this post is probably not for you.… Read more “Entering the Red Zone on a Trainer”

    January 4, 2015 by secondratecyclist

    The Beauty of Bikes (or insert any generic title)

    This week has been a refreshing need in my cycling life. Mostly overcast skies, cold wind, darkness by 5:45 PM, and the dreaded trainer have placed me… Read more “The Beauty of Bikes (or insert any generic title)”

    December 10, 2014 by secondratecyclist

    Serving Two Masters

    As the weather cools and the winds pick up in my tiny part of the globe, I am slowly bringing my “off season” training back into play… Read more “Serving Two Masters”

    October 7, 2014 by secondratecyclist

    No Quit in You

     Many days, as I pedal down a bike path or road, I come across people who are attempting to live a healthier life. Now, they aren’t quite there… Read more “No Quit in You”

    September 10, 2014 by secondratecyclist

    Is It Location or Overall Interest?

    Covering many miles a week in and around my area, I fail to see very many women on road bikes. Whoa, stop right there. I am not… Read more “Is It Location or Overall Interest?”

    February 24, 2014 by secondratecyclist

    The Weight of the World

    In an old episode of “Seinfeld,” George finally decides that he will do everything opposite of what he would normally do; after all, if every decision he… Read more “The Weight of the World”

    February 6, 2014February 6, 2014 by secondratecyclist

    Back on the Road

    For the first time since early October, I took a ride outside . . . no more staring at the walls on my trainer. A cold front… Read more “Back on the Road”

    December 21, 2013 by secondratecyclist

    Die Sweating

    I saw the title of this blog on the wall of a men’s restroom. The clean metal walls of the stall had only one piece of writing,… Read more “Die Sweating”

    December 8, 2013December 8, 2013 by secondratecyclist

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