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I just wanted to share one of my favorite pictures.

It is the beach at Portage Point in Onekama, Michigan. The rocks are laid out just perfectly, and the shore is empty; just the way that I like it.

Have a great Tuesday,

-J

Dirt road scrambling

I took this pic while up north. While I was out on some lazy country roads I came upon a perfectly graded dirt road.

I pounced in the opportunity an opened that old Schwinn up. Goo times were had by all.

Of course I stumble on this shot while I spinning in the living room and reading for class during a rainstorm. Oh the irony, blogging about a perfect setting while a less than perfect scenario plays out. I do enjoy the rain though.

Half hour left to go, then it is off to Blue Tractor for some brew.

-J

A new piece of gear joins the ranks

To pass my free moments I have been scouring the back alleys of craigslist in search of a mountain bike (as if I needed another hobby).

I think I do need another hobby, the best thing is that this is a hobby that I will be able to pursue in my current location. There are numerous mountain biking trails within a short distance of Ann Arbor (there may even be a few within city limits hush hush hey?) However that is not the point of this post.

While crawling on the old CR I stumbled upon a guy who is moving across the country and offering up loads of goodies for super cheap!

I was lured in by some Azonic Fusion pedals for the commuter. (They will be great for wet weather riding)

However when I got there he also had a sweet "weatherproof duffel bag. The price was right so I picked it up.

Truth be told it is a little smaller than I was looking for, but surprisingly roomy.

Don't get me wrong, it is not a waterproof beast like the iconic North Face Duffel, however I think it will be a solid bag for the kinds of things that I do now. I am especially excited to use it in my kayak to keep my stuff out  of harms way from splashes and the normal water that somehow makes its way into my hull, though I have a skirt, through the process of getting in and out.

All in all, I am happy with my purchases, and I cannot wait to take this new stuff out and give it a try.

Remember: looking on craigslist can be very rewarding!

-J

Ann Arbor Rager!

Yesterday we had a real bomber of a storm; thunder, lightning, rain and extreme winds.

Via bike I went into town today and several times I had to maneuver over fallen trees in the path. I sure hope that they get cleaned up soon.

Here is a quick video that I shot of what it was like here early evening:

Watch for brilliant lightning around 40 seconds in as well the force being unleashed on the tree from the wind.

Enjoy

-J

Just over the next hill...

We seem to always be asking, "what is over the next hill?" This may be an example of our curiosity or our anxiety of future things which we are looking forward to or are unsure of.

I think that there is a lot to be said for always striving to make it just over the next hill. Doing so pushes you to always be forward looking and trying to get more out of life.

If what you find over that next hill doesn't suit your fancy you can always turn around and enjoy your towering view of the low ground that you have passed on your journey.

So go on, strive to make it just over the next hill, and if it doesn't kill you then you should probably try to make it just over the next hill, and the next.

-J

Superfly

I captured this dainty creature yesterday on a bike ride into Ann Arbor. Wish I had time to learn more about them since there seem to be many different species of them.

-J

Nite Rider Cherry Bomb Bike Light

As the days grow shorter and my schedule does not change, I find myself riding near and into dusk/ darkness more than I am comfortable with.

Solution: Some type of indicator to alert motorists, and other cyclists, to my presence.

I took some time to check out various models while at the local REI today and I ended up with the Cherry Bomb by Nite Rider. A quick perusal of internet reviews has cemented my choice. Here is a quick video of its features.

                                           (Sorry that this is sideways!)

I will be testing it out this week and hope to add to this review soon.


Have a good night.

-J