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Middle aged, over weight, bald guy on a tricycle!

Is Chocolate Milk the Best Recovery Drink?

I’ve always found chocolate milk a convenient and delicious way to pickup some much-needed energy on a long, hot ride.  It’s available at almost every gas station and convenience store.  It tastes great, and it doesn’t leave me feeling full and gassy.  I’m not the only one who thinks it a good idea.

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Chocolate milk has gained a lot of popularity as a post-workout recovery drink. Perhaps you have wondered why and if it’s right for you.

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9 Great Ways to Beat the Heat.

First Long(ish) Ride in Quite a While

Sorry it’s been such a long time since my last post.   I’ve just been busy with non-cycling related stuff,  and have not had much to write about.  I have ridden regularly, but have not had time for any extended rides.  I’ve averaged 20-25 miles 3-5 time per week for the last 2 months or so.

I tell you this not to make excuses for not writing, but to lay the groundwork for a recent event.  About a week ago I did a slightly longer ride than I’ve done in a while – about 33 miles.  Toward the end of the ride I started to feel pretty darn slow.  Granted, I’m not much of speed demon even at the best of times, but for the last few miles of this ride I felt like I just couldn’t get the pedals going. Continue reading 9 Great Ways to Beat the Heat.

Hellooo Withlachoochee!

If you are a cyclist, the Withlachoochee Trail State Park is a place you really want to check out.  But if you are a recumbent cyclist, the Withlachoochee is a trail you cannot afford to miss.    Riding this trail on a recumbent is like spending a day in ‘opposite land’, for you will typically spot more recumbent bikes and trikes during a day on the Withlachoochee than you will spot upright bikes.

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Product Review: SportCrafters Trike/Handcycle Workstand

I’ve always been a bit ambivalent about performing maintenance and repairs on my trikes.  I know it must be done, and I have learned enough so if something breaks down while on tour, I can usually take care of it.   But for more extensive repairs and upgrades,  I rely upon my local bike shop professional.

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The River Mountains Loop Trail and Historic Railroad Tunnel Trail in Henderson, Nevada

The city of Henderson is just 16 miles from downtown Las Vegas.  It not a place you naturally associate with cycling,  but in fact, Henderson is home for two outstanding bike trails – The River Mountains Loop Trail and the associated Historic  Railroad Tunnel Trail.

When living in southern California,  we occasionally would to head to Vegas for a weekend.   Often we would pack our trikes along with us, and then head over to these trails during the day.  Mac even came with us once.  We always had an amazing time and totally enjoyed the rides.

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A New Route North From Lakewood Ranch

I spend a lot of time cycling the roads and trails nearest my home here in Lakewood Ranch.  So it is always exciting when a new route opens up that provides a different route from home.  Recently, a new way out of Lakewood Ranch, into the areas north of SR64 has become available.  This may be old news to the folks that are more plugged into the cycling community here in the Ranch, but for me this new route is kind of a big deal.

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Day 7 – From Little Torch Key to Hawks Cay

Today is the last day of cycling on our Key West Tour.  We’re a little sad that it will soon be over, but we are looking forward to a great day of riding .  Are we are definitely looking forward to reaching The Hawks Cay Resort and getting in some quality relaxing time.

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Day 6 – Heading Back to Little Torch Key

After yesterday’s adventure in the kayaks, I’m ready to get back on the trikes.  Although we would love to stay here and play for a few more days, our time in Key West is done.  It’s time to start riding back toward home.

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Day 5 – Kayaking in the Mangroves

Ahhhh.  Another day in paradise.  The sun rises into a clear bright blue sky as we peek out the window from the Authors Guesthouse.   We’ve got another play day planned.   No trike riding today.  Today we will go kayaking  in the mangrove jungles that surround Key West.

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