Newsletter March 2008
Meet me at Bike Expo!
The big spring cycling show known as the Group Health Bike Expo will be held in Seattle this weekend. It’s at a new location – Cruise Terminal 30, south of Safeco Field on East Marginal Way. The event is Saturday 9-6 and Sunday 10-4. There are presentations, two shows of classic bikes, a photo contest and many booths to learn about club rides, events and gear.
I’ll be at the show selling and signing books at the R&E Cycles booth – come and check out my new Rodriguez bike and say hello! Also, enter my drawing for a framed print of my book photo of the celebrated Vashon Island Bike in a Tree!
New Ride Online: Centennial Trail
Want to get out in the country for an early-season warmup ride? One great choice is the Centennial Trail in Snohomish County. It’s low on trail traffic, but has a few road crossings. The flat north-south route goes from Snohomish almost to Arlington. Not a lot of services on the trail, but you’ll experience quiet, country scenery. The trail is used in the popular McClinchy Mile Ride, held Saturday March 15 by the B.I.K.E.S. Club of Snohomish County. Book Excerpt: Ride 42: Centennial Trail
Stay Safe: Riding in Urban Traffic
A recent article in The Seattle Times called “Danger in the Bike Lane” discussed “right hook” collisions and points out how dangerous riding in city traffic can be. I found the article to be a bit heavy on fear but it does offer some practical advice. For instance, the article lists a number of great tips on safe cycling... Read on…
Recent Publications
Seattle Metropolitan: In February, I wrote the Get Out feature on training for the STP, featuring Jerry Baker, one of two cyclists who has ridden every one of the STP’s 28 events. If you’re planning to take part in STP #29 this year, check out this article for suggestions on how to get your body ready for the long ride. First tip: start training by April 1. Read on…
Seattle Metropolitan redux: I wrote about five great rides for the March cover feature “Have Fun and Stay Fit.” You’ll learn something new about riding Bainbridge Island, as well as some fun facts about doing the super-challenging RAMROD (Ride Around Mount Rainier in One Day). Read on…
Upcoming Events and Appearances
With spring, my book presentations are sprouting again. I have REI appearances scheduled in April and May, and I’ll be at the Adobe corporate headquarters on Bike to Work Day.
Saturday, April 5, Book signings at Cyclefest, 11-1 at REI Alderwood and 2-4 at REI Southcenter
Saturday, April 12, noon-4, Book signing at Cyclefest, REI Redmond
Thursday, May 1, 3-5, Snohomish County Bike to Work Month kickoff event, Everett
