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Buckets, Bags, and Maintenance
Winter has come and when you can’t get out and ride, you do maintenance and add accessories to your set up to make it better for Spring. General maintenance is done on a regular basis, but this is a good time for that deep cleaning, oiling and inspection of all the components to gauge their…
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Bison Gravel Ride in Russell County Alabama
The weather was getting colder and we did not want to completely stop riding for the winter just yet. So, on this day we decided to try a route that we found on RideWithGPS that was uploaded by a local cyclist. The route was not far from our home and was 95% gravel logging/county roads.…
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Columbus Fall Line Trace Trail Ride
The Fall Line Trace Trail is part of a larger network of trails called the Dragonfly Trail System in Columbus, Georgia. It is the northernmost trailhead for the system and if you start at that trailhead, you can ride approximately 10.5 miles, dead ending into the Chattahoochee Riverwalk Trail. At the end point you can go…
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Auburn Saturday Ride Through the Park
There is an ebb and flow to living in/near a college town. You quickly learn when students are in town and when you can venture into town without having to deal with the abundance of traffic and people. This week was one of those times when Auburn was empty of students, probably for Halloween, or…
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A Review of the Perraro Panda Electric Trike Bike
This post reviews the author’s experience with eTrikes, focusing on the Perraro Panda model. The author transitioned from traditional bicycles to eTrikes due to stability concerns. However, they found the trike unstable and returned it after a challenging process, eventually opting for eBikes instead, highlighting the need for thorough research and local support.
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Chewacla State Park Through Auburn Ride
The ride at Chewacla State Park allowed us to log Wanderer miles with our bikes. Despite a scenic but bumpy trail, we enjoyed exploring neglected areas. Utilizing the Wanderer Earth app added excitement to our outdoor adventures, ultimately accumulating 23.2 new miles while dining at Subway in Auburn.
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Man O’ War Rail Trail First Ride
In October 2024, my family enjoyed ideal riding weather in the southeastern US, testing our e-bikes on the Man O’ War trail in Georgia. The trip began at the Country Store, where we experienced mile markers, scenic views, and noted the lack of restrooms. A future trail extension is anticipated.
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NBD! Upgrades and Insights on Trek Allant+ 8S
After a long wait, I finally got my new Trek Allant+ 8S e-bike, a versatile commuter bike suitable for various terrains. Despite my initial lack of knowledge about e-bikes, I made key upgrades and look forward to enjoying the smooth ride. Further thoughts will be shared as I gain experience.
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NBD! Why I Chose the Trek Verve+ 2 E-Bike
In early September, I suggested we get bicycles, leading to a shared e-bike hobby. I chose a Trek Verve+ 2, which perfectly suits my needs. Named Trippy Hippie, my bike has become a cherished companion as I ride over 400 miles, rekindling my love for cycling after many years.
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Hitting the Road Literally on a Trek Madone 2.1
Pride really does come before the fall, even literally. I guess looking back at my first wreck on Wednesday I would say I was probably pretty proud I had never wrecked a bike as an adult, motor or cycle, nor did I ever expect to wreck, and certainly not on a bike less than a…
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