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Becoming a Randonneur
Randonneuring is long-distance unsupported endurance cycling. This style of riding is non-competitive in nature and self-sufficiency is more important then anything else. When riders participate in randonneuring events, they are part of a long tradition that goes back to the beginning of the sport of bicycling in France and Italy. Friendly camaraderie, not competition, is…
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Cycling Central London’s superhighways
Following an announcement from London’s mayor Boris Johnson, yesterday, cycling in central London looks set to become significantly safer. Two new Cycling Superhighways are planned for the city, and – subject to final approval from Transport for London – work on building the routes will begin in March.
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Several Minnesotan’s at high school league banquet honored
The NICA Awards Banquet was held at Clif Bar headquarters, in Emeryville, California, honoring outstanding participants in high school cycling leagues across the U.S. The evening culminated with both a multi-media awards presentation, with several Minnesota recipients and an inspiring presentation by Catharine Pendrel chronicling her incredible career.
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Warm weather getaways to explore
If you are looking at slipping away to some warm weather destinations, to get out and explore and play, here is D.C. Rainmaker’s Blog to give you some ideas. D.C, who travel around the world for work, has been sharing his travels the last few years in his blog for you to enjoy.
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Twin Cities Bike Swap coming February 8th
What better place to find the perfect Valentine’s Day gift than at the Bike Swap where any and all things bikes can be found. The 2015 annual Twin Cities Bike Swap is Sunday, February 8th, from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m., with admission just $5 or tables can be rented to sell your gear. This…
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See and be seen, a priority for Bemidji bike messenger
Sean Crampton tucked two freshly rolled burritos into a “Star Wars” lunchbox and jumped on his bicycle after pulling his Gore-Tex face mask over his long hair. Pedaling hard he was on his way on this cold winter night to the Bemidji Brewing Company, where someone had placed an order. Along with the cold riders…
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Milder temp’s, Arrowhead 135 still exhausting
One hundred and thirty-five miles is a long drive, one many people wouldn’t consider if it was 40 degrees below zero. Even with milder temp’s for this morning race start at 6 a.m. the select few will attempt to travel the 135 mile course this year via. a bike, cross-country skis or on foot through…
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To bike or not to bike exhibit helps answer question
As biking is on the rise here and across the country, the Twin Cities is also a leader in bike innovations and technology as demonstrated at the Goldstein Museum of Design in St Paul, Minn. Now through May 10th, the exhibition: “Design Cycle” will help to answers that question handily “to bike or not to…
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Biking helped her lose nearly 300 pounds
An awe inspiring story, Rhonda Martin weighed 457 pounds when she decided, two years ago, that she was tired of just existing and wanted to live again. Now, losing nearly 300 pounds thanks to a healthier diet and an exercise regiment that included riding an electric assist bike, she is having fun and enjoying life.
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The 2015 MN Bike Guide is looking for updates
It is that time of year and a call is out to all businesses, event coordinators and those interested in promoting biking opportunities here in the upper Midwest. As we begin designing the 2015 Edition of this popular pocket-size guide, please send in any bike events, bicycle related stories and suggestions for the next issue…
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