2024 cycling week 21

I developed a slow leak in my rear tire. It started on Wednesday. I managed to get the tire pumped up enough to do my morning rides. I had the day off on Friday and went to Oliver’s to get it fixed.

Later, I rode up to Target and stopped at WingStop for take out. My bike was full and heavy. I was careful on the way home.

I did a Publix ride on Saturday.

I did another Publix run on Sunday. I cannot get as much as I need on my bike. My boys drink too much juice and milk.

This week 105 miles

This year 2,420 miles (300 miles ahead)

Streak 1,548 miles

2024 cycling week 20

The mornings were too warm.

I find myself not wanting to do a long ride on the weekends. It is too hot and I would rather spend the afternoons relaxing. So I run errands with my bike.

On Saturday, I did my grocery shopping with my bike. I first went to Target. On my way home, I was approaching the cross walk signal at BBD. I clipped the edge of the walks and my heavy load tipped me over. It was my first tumble on my bike. Not was broken and I was hurt, just dirty and embarrassed.

Once I dropped off the groceries, I went out again for more groceries. I filled up at Publix. I was more careful with the heavy load and got home without mishap.

I did another run on Sunday. I did a larger loop and stopped at Sprouts. Only one bag of groceries so no trouble on the ride home.

This week 110 miles

This year 2,314 (+300 miles)

Streak 1,541 days

2024 cycling week 19

The mornings are getting warm. Too warm.

On Wednesday morning, I saw a large alligator crossing Beardsley. He was going to other way but stopped as I got near. I slowed a bit and kept riding.

I saw several deer on Thursday morning. I always surprised by how small they are. They seem like fawns without the markings.

Why do they still have high beams in vehicles? With LED bulbs, I don’t think they are necessary. And most drivers don’t know when they should NOT be using them. I see drivers use them when there are streetlights, and when they are following another vehicle. I wish they would eliminate them.

little cheeseburger at five guuys on friday afternoon

I did errands on Friday evening, Saturday and Sunday.

chocolate haul from sprouts

I didn’t do my usual longer ride.

This week 109 miles

This year 2203 miles (300 miles ahead)

Streak 1,534 days

2024 cycling week 18

The mornings were warmer this week. I wonder if I can put away my tights for the season. As soon as I do, we will have a cold spell.

April ended on Tuesday and I had 522 miles for the month.

I rode twice on Friday. Once in the morning and once after work to Target. It was nice to get that out of the way. They didn’t have any milk and I also realized my panniers will not hold as much as I thought.

On Saturday, I did some errands; haircut and milk for Ryan.

On Sunday, I did a short ride because I have to give haircuts.

The weather is getting warm and I want to ride before lunch.

This week 118 miles

This year 2,094 miles (almost 300 miles ahead)

Streaks 1,527 days

2024 cycling week 17

I had a shorter ride on Monday as I did sleep much with stomach pains. The mornings were cooler this week. It wasn’t too cool and I was fine riding each morning.

There was an update to the Flow App and it no longer shows Average Speed. I really missed it and found myself riding a bit slower. Though, we are only talking about a few minutes so it shouldn’t matter.

The rest of the weekdays were fine.

I did some errands on Saturday. I stopped at Nutrition Smart, Sprouts and Panera. My panniers were getting not full but they were heavy and I could not move my bike like I usually do in the garage.

I had a windy but good ride on Sunday.

I didn’t make up the 5 miles I missed from Monday but I was over 100 miles so it is all good.

This week 114 miles

This year 1,970 miles (200 +)

Streak 1,520 days

2024 cycling week 16

The mornings got a bit warmer but the humidity is still low.

I had to stop riding in the 10th gear, it is skipping all the time.

I had a long ride on Saturday through Flatwoods. I don’t know why I can’t ride easier and enjoy more of the ride.

Another good ride on Sunday morning. I went out early to avoid the heat and wind. I avoided the heat.

there was no rider around this spider-man motocycle. maybe he was off fighting crime. he wouldn’t be able to get far in the suburbs with no tall buildings.

This week 124 miles

This year 1,861 miles (+261 ahead for the year)

Streak 1,513 days

2024 cycling week 15

April 8-14

Mornings were not quite as cool. But the wind has been strong this week.

On Tuesday, I rode my bike to the dentist and back for some extra miles.

Wednesday and Thursday were really windy. The weather got cooler but was still fine.

On Saturday, I rode to Sprouts.
I could smell the jasmine while riding through Hunters’ Green. They use it for ground cover.

bottle brush shrub in k-bar ranch

On Sunday I just rode around Meadow Pointe. I had no destination in mind but wanted to ride 20 miles. I sometimes wish I had more choice of routes. But I hate taking the time to drive somewhere and it would going back to my (analog) miles as my e-bike is too big and heavy to transport.

I don’t need to go someplace to enjoy riding.

This week 127 miles

This year 1,737 miles (I love that I am 200 miles ahead of my goal for the year.)

Streak 1,506 days

2024 cycling week 14

I was actually hoping for cooler mornings. The AC went out on Saturday and cool overnight temperatures help cool down the house.

The AC was fixed on Wednesday so I was back to hoping for 60° mornings but I didn’t get my wish. It wasn’t too cold and I rode every morning.

On Saturday, I rode around Wesley Chapel and New Tampa doing some errands. The only concern is being able to stop at more than one store and keep items on my bike safely. Do I need a motorcycle saddle bag? Do they make such a thing for bikes?

I meandered on Sunday riding through Union Park and River Landing.

This week 124 miles

This year 1,610 miles

Streak 1,499 days

2024 cycling week 13

Mornings weren’t too bad this week. I was concerned about forecasted thunderstorms on Thursday but they stopped before I woke up.

I got in an extra ride on Friday meeting friends at a bar.

I rode to The Grove on Saturday for an excuse to buy chocolate.

On Sunday, I rode down to Tampa Palms. I rode over the interstate on New Tampa Road instead of trying to ride past the entrance on BBD. This was difficult with my regular bike but a breeze with the e-bike.

This week 131 miles

This month 535 miles

This year 1,486 miles

Streak 1,492 miles

2024 Cycling week 12

It was really cold on Wednesday and Thursday but I managed to stay warm enough and ride in the mornings.

It rain d on Friday morning. I wore my (cheap) poncho. My legs were wet because the poncho doesn’t cover them. My body was soaked from sweat. So I ordered a better poncho from CleverHood.

Saturday was a ride to Sprouts.

Sunday was a casual ride against the wind. I came back and Cleaned bike and lubed chain

Realized what the noise is when I ride over 18 mph. The chain hits the guard

This week 118 miles

This year 1,354 miles

Streak 1,485 days