This one was a full circle moment for me. My first Climate Ride started in Bar Harbor, and now 7 years later I just completed my 5th Climate Ride finishing in Bar Harbor. Grit, gravel, and granny gears really helped on this ride! To learn more about the Climate Ride and my journey to my [...]
Tag: Biking
Are You Ready for Biking With Your Dog?
Most articles about riding a bike safely with a dog really focus on the dogs comfort. Of course I 100% agree with articles like 7 Safety Tips for Riding Your Bike with Your Dog, which remind you to check for heat exhaustion and dog comfort, however I want to focus on the human side of [...]
Unique and Fun Cycling Workouts
Every year or so, I like to do a big multi-day bike ride. Lots of miles and lots of elevation. And every year I think... I should have started training sooner. But let's be honest, long cycling workouts are tough to schedule (if you don't like riding alone like me), take the time out for [...]
Tour de France Femmes avec Zwift: Shaping the Future of Women’s Sports
This piece has been a long-time coming. Ever since watching the first Tour de France Femmes avec Zwift last year. The strides that this event takes to start to equalize cycling are great and measurable! After last year's event, Zwift put out a report that outlines the increased viewership, engagement, and reach of Le Tour [...]
How to Live Car-Free: 7 Tips from a Car-Less Person
MoneyUnder30 estimates that the average monthly cost of owning a car is $940 a month. I have been living car-free most of my adult life. Let's dive into the reality of how to live car-free in a city.
Announcing the Randonnista Podcast!
It's here! It's here! It's finally here! This has literally been years in the making. I have been a podcast fan and listener for over 12 years (keep in mind the first official podcast only started in 2004) and it's been my dream to make my own. This dream was solidified after being the co-host [...]
Ride Recap – Climate Ride Maine 2021
Over 300 miles in 5 days. Beautiful lighthouses, amazing murals, inspiring talks, funny signs. This ride delivered as usual. Renewed, rejuvenated, and ready. My Climate Ride History I signed up for my first Climate Ride in 2016. I'd heard about this amazing multi-day bike event that was happening every year from NYC-DC, but as a [...]