Author Archives: Andrew

About Andrew

Rider, writer and drinker of fine beers.

I’m a bike commuter again, and wheel bender racks suck

Wow, two posts in one week! I’m pleased to say I’m a bike commuter again. I’ve been hesitant to ride as the route to the new office is problematic. The Good: as part of the Viva transit project, bike lanes … Continue reading

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Oh my gawd, a blogpost! Really??

I originally started this weblog as a way to keep in touch with my family and to share some of my outdoor pursuits, which at the time was mostly cycling.   Now I use facebook for that.  I used to bicycle to work … Continue reading

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More Geocaching

I’ve been using my bike to get to and from geocaches over the last few weeks. It’s been a blast! On road, off road, gravel roads and hike-a-bike excursions have all added a new dimension to riding for me. I’ve … Continue reading

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Geocaching!

Having recently “discovered” this sport/game, our family is hooked!  We’ve had lots of fun over the last few weeks hunting for geocaches in our neighbourhood.  Right now we’re using the Geocaching iPhone app.  It works pretty well, and it’s great … Continue reading

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Fun with maps

I like messing around with maps.  I’m one of the few in my family that “gets” them. Recently, I’ve been putting the MapMyRide app on the iPhone through it’s paces.  It works pretty well most of the time and it’s … Continue reading

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Not a bad way to spend a lunch hour

Lunchtime Oak Ridges Corridor Trail loop.

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Elbow Beach, Bermuda

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Rocket fuel

My “performance enhancing drug” of choice.  This rig should do the trick.  Baratza Preciso grinder, Rocket Giotto Premium Plus espresso machine and fresh, locally(!) roasted People’s Daily Espresso beans from the Social Coffee & Tea Company.

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Wrapped, twined & shellacked

I used the Fizik microtex bar wrap.  I’m certainly no handlebar wrapping wiz, but I had a heckuva time getting this stuff on the bars.  I think the larger size of the brifters also gave me trouble. I’m used to … Continue reading

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It’s rolling!

Rawland rSogn first incarnation.  This is my initial build of the the frame. I still need to fine tune the saddle & cockpit, wrap the bars, get & install some fenders and figure out what to use for a handlebar … Continue reading

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