Get Away From It All: Exploring the Hood

It's Saturday, so it must be errand day for me.  Yup, after a week of cranking out a plethora of graphic design projects, plus working in the yard, it was time for a little riding.  So off I went to church for a stations of the cross rehearsal meeting and then to the market.

As I rode through Columbia Tap Trail on my way back from the market, guess what I smelled? Fried chicken, fish and other things wafting in the air.  Could it be?  Would it be?  Yeah buddy, it was TSU Relays time at Texas Southern University.  The 63rd Annual TSU Relays took place March 21 and 22 on the university's campus.  For those who aren't familiar with this event, the TSU Relays attracts every sports enthusiast and track runner from all across the nation and is billed as "where speed happens." 

The stands were packed as fans watched more than 2,200 athletes and 187 teams compete, making the

TSU Relays the fifth-largest track and field meet in the nation.It was great to see so many fans cheering on the runners and everyone enjoying themselves and having a good time.  Now back to the food.  No track meet would be complete without it.  There was Frenchy's, Chick-Fil-A and a lot of mom and pop establishments.  I grabbed some waffle fries for the ride home.  They were tasty!  What a great way to spend a Saturday!  Happy trails to ya!

Earn Rewards, Save the Environment With Nuride

If you're looking for a way to save money, help the environment and earn rewards, then check out Nuride. I stumbled upon their web site doing research for this blog and it caught my attention. Here' what you get: rewards when you walk, bike, telecommute, carpool, take the train, subway, or bus, or work a compressed week.  NuRide offers these services in many urban areas around the United States and has partnered with lots of businesses to conserve energy and to reduce pollution and traffic congestion. 

Here's how it works:

1. Take Greener Trips

Telecommute from home, bike to a friend's house, ride the train, or carpool with other NuRide members.

2. Record Your Trips

Record your greener trips in your NuRide account and track the money you save, the emissions you prevent, and your NuRide points.

3. Get Rewards

Redeem your points for restaurant coupons, retailer discounts, and tickets to shows & attractions. 

So far, I've recorded two bike trips and received rewards for sports tickets.  

I got so excited about the service, I recorded myself riding the Columbia Tap Trail to the market. Take a look!

It's free and easy to do!  To sign up visit www.nuride.com  Feel free to drop me a line and tell me what you think!

Cool Valentine's Gifts for Cyclists

Valentine's Day is coming up and that means a lot of love will be flowing!  On this day people throughout the world express their love with gifts that range from romantic cards, beautiful flowers, and heart shaped boxes filled with candy.  But as I was browsing the web the other day looking for outdoor stuff, I ran across some really neat gifts for cyclists and golfers.  Sites such as Cafe Press offer great gifts at reasonable prices, some under $100. 

Cycle Geezer

We offer fun, functional and unique products, upcycled from bike parts aimed at the adventurous, with a fit and active lifestyle. Award-winning designs incorporate discarded parts into eco-friendly gifts for the bike-lover and non enthusiast alike including home, jewellery, clothing and leisure. Goods are also available such as medals and trophies for use as green corporate and event awards. - See more at: http://www.cyclegeezer.com/about-us/#sthash.b8evXWZ2.dpuf

Cycle Geezer.com offers fun, functional and unique products, upcycled from bike parts aimed at the adventurous, with a fit and active lifestyle. Award-winning designs incorporate discarded parts into eco-friendly gifts for the bike-lover and non enthusiast alike including home, jewelry, clothing and leisure.

Bicycle Gift Hub

Bicycle Gift Hub.com offer cycling enthusiasts a wide variety of unique and quality cycling themed gifts, furnishings, and decorations. 

If you know of any other sites that sell gifts for cyclists and golfers, leave a link in the comment section and I'll add it to the list. 

Photo Credits: Bicycle Gift Hub 

Cycle Geezer

We offer fun, functional and unique products, upcycled from bike parts aimed at the adventurous, with a fit and active lifestyle. Award-winning designs incorporate discarded parts into eco-friendly gifts for the bike-lover and non enthusiast alike including home, jewellery, clothing and leisure. Goods are also available such as medals and trophies for use as green corporate and event awards. - See more at: http://www.cyclegeezer.com/about-us/#sthash.b8evXWZ2.dpuf

We offer fun, functional and unique products, upcycled from bike parts aimed at the adventurous, with a fit and active lifestyle. Award-winning designs incorporate discarded parts into eco-friendly gifts for the bike-lover and non enthusiast alike including home, jewellery, clothing and leisure. Goods are also available such as medals and trophies for use as green corporate and event awards. - See more at: http://www.cyclegeezer.com/about-us/#sthash.b8evXWZ2.dpuf

Safey Tips For Cycling At Night

Cycling is so much fun for me!  I ride for pleasure, as a form of exercise, as well as for transportation such as running errands, etc.  Although I ride mostly during the day, sometimes darkness catches me on a long commute/ride.  When that happens, I'm prepared!
Here's how:

Light It Up
Not you, but certainly your bike.  Front, back, sideways, anywhere on your bike. I use clip on blinking LED lights at all times, which makes me more visible to motorists and pedestrians.

Off The Beaten Path
When traffic is busy, try to find side streets that are less congested.  Your ride might take longer, but you'll reduce the risk of an accident.  Also use crosswalks instead of riding through the turn lane.

Be Visible
Make sure your clothing has plenty of reflective details so motorists can see you in traffic.  Also place reflective decals to both sides of your rims, shoes and helmet.

Always follow the local bicycle laws in your state and always wear a helmet.  Happy riding!

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