Archive for 2010

Bike/Walk Central Florida to AAA: “Please don’t tell our children to go play in the road.”

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December 11, 2010
Bike/Walk Central Florida to AAA: “Please don’t tell our children to go play in the road.”

On Monday, Dec. 13, Bike/Walk Central Florida will join the Rails-to-Trails Conservancy, the Florida Bicycle Association, and bicycling advocates from around the country in a ride to AAA world headquarters in Heathrow
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Sure beats a free turkey

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December 10, 2010

Last year, some 12,400 Ikea employees based in the U.S. received a $50 gift card during the holidays. This year, they each got a silver mountain bike. IKEA said it hopes the bikes will help employees by supporting a healthy lifestyle and providing “everyday sustainable transport.” Helmets off to you, Ikea! Read more: http://money.cnn.com/2010/12/10/news/companies/ikea_bike_gift/index.htm?hpt=C2
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Holiday Bike Ride through College Park

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December 10, 2010

Meet at Orange Cycle on Edgewater Drive and bike for about 2 hours to look at holiday decorations. Be sure to...
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Too much energy — but not mine

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December 9, 2010
Too much energy — but not mine

Every morning, I have a cycling companion. I’m on my third one now, the last two succumbing to blood cancer. That’s what happens when you get older — your friends start dying on you. Usually, we use sidewalks when they are available and if not, we use the local streets. But this new friend likes...
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Just Like Riding a Bike

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December 9, 2010
Just Like Riding a Bike

The old expression, “Just like Riding a Bike,” is often used to describe something that comes second nature and should be easy to do. It implies that we know everything about an activity and can take off where we left off. That couldn’t be farther from the truth when it actually comes to “driving”...
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B3 Chrsitmas Lights Ride

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December 9, 2010

Bike Beans & Bordeaux 2nd Annual Holiday Lights Bike Ride Tour at 6:30 PM. Kids and decorated bikes encouraged. Helmets, front AND rear lights mandatory.
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Transition Orlando Christmas Lights Ride

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December 8, 2010

Enjoy a leisurely 1 1/2 hour bike ride around downtown Orlando to see Christmas light decorations! Front & rear bicycle lights required. Helmets required for children under 16. Bicycle decorations optional but encouraged! Enjoy a social with holiday treats after the...
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New Hope for Kids Christmas Lights Ride

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December 8, 2010

More info here. Ride marshals needed. Contact Brad.
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Christmas Lights Rides

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December 8, 2010
Christmas Lights Rides

Two Christmas lights rides are planned for the next 2 weeks. New Hope for Kids ride Saturday 12/11, 6:00 pm Registration begins at 5 pm, ride begins promptly at 6:00 pm Shopping Center Parking lot at the corner of SR 436 and Winter Park Dr. (Near Buffalo Wild Wings) 900 SR 436 , Casselberry, FL 32707 The ride is a...
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My MADSEN Winner Announced!

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December 8, 2010

I don’t want to do this.  I really don’t.   My stomach hurts.  This whole thing is intellectually decided, but spiritually it is strongly rebelled against.  But here I am with the ability to give somebody transportation for no money at all.  Completely remove the market from the picture.  That’s huge.  Plus I can give...
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