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Fall bike/birding options in the Willmar Lakes Area
With small town charm, sprawling countryside trails the Willmar Lakes Area is the perfect place to visit with your bike for a fun weekend getaway this fall.
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What to wear for fall bike riding
Rather than putting a bike in storage early due to the fluctuation in weather, here’s the answer you’re looking for. To conquer this fall problem, wear layers. While this might seem obvious, the key lies in correctly layering appropriate clothing. If correctly done, it can optimize comfort for the rider. Not only that, but it…
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Fall adventures, biking and hiking Albert Lea
One of my favorite fall Adventures is visiting Albert Lea, Minnesota. It is a one-tank getaway that offers a beautiful bike route around Fountain Lake. Connecting to the Blazing Star State Trail is also easy for more exploring. Another option is to follow one of the routes from the annual bike ride called Rock n’ Roll…
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Bike destinations and peak fall color riding in the Upper Midwest
With fall color officially peaking in just a month, don’t rush to put that bike away too soon! When the tree foliage begins to change, first in Minnesota and then in Iowa, using the HaveFunBiking guides and the state DNR websites, it’s easy to expand your recreational riding through October. As our summer bike adventures…
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Standard hybrid bikes are still popular for casual riding
If e-bikes are out of your price range, or you just want a low-tech ride, let’s look at the basics. Trail bikes, fitness bikes, hybrid bikes, and dual-sport bikes all fall into the same category of bicycles. Although these bikes all occupy the same category, they have very different uses. Read on to find out…
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Added visibility for safety and fun in fall’s limited light
Now that fall is just around the corner and the days are getting shorter, we must consider visibility while staying active amongst the autumn colors. As the leaves change and then drop, we need to focus on passive and active visibility. Things like reflectors and bright colors are passive forms of visibility, while lights and blinkers…
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Have you seen the giant trolls in Detroit Lakes?
If you are a gamer, outdoor enthusiast, or fan of fairy tales, you will appreciate visiting the giant trolls in Detroit Lakes (DL). The storyline here is a slight twist to a version of Alice in Wonderland. Thomas Dambo, the curator, spins a folk tale about one of the giant trolls, Alexa Elixer. Who breaks a curse…
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Tips and tricks to make riding to school fun, and safe
All around the country, bike paths are being built, and designated bike lanes are being established. So, riding to school can be an easy and safe option with all the colorful fall weather ahead. Many of these paths are routed from neighborhoods to nearby schools to get more kids energized by riding. To encourage your…
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A guide to planning a safe and fun mid-summer bike trip
Now that summer is just about here, for fun in the sun, let’s plan a bike trip adventure. While hundreds of people flock to the lakes and local pools to cool down. Many, like myself, will find refreshing the soul on two wheels the best way to go. Please take a look below at how…
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A very tasty outdoor adventure breakfast option
Throughout the year, Naked Oats has become a tasty outdoor adventure breakfast option for me. As an active outdoor travel writer and editor, after a few hours on the trail, I like to stop and take a break with something nutritious like oatmeal. After trying many brands, Naked Oats is very delicious and gives me…
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