Backward Mutters

  • Tuesday Night Light Ride

    Standard Time means headlights for Taillights and the rest of the Ramblers — except the rest of the Ramblers were somewhere else. Red rode round the reservoir tout seule. This was my first bonafide night ride. Definitely different, definitely. For one thing, one’s sense of speed is altered. I felt…

  • The Slow Twitch Project

    The Good Doctor’s Bike Build Project…It all began after I got my spandex spanked while riding a Time Trial in Asheville this summer. I was going to participate in the Omnium there and had strapped some aero bars on my Trek 1200 in order to attempt the 20 kilometer Time…

  • Standard Time Turns

    Ramblers were seen turning around Salem Lake this afternoon. It was crowded on the trail — lots of others had the same idea. It was great to have Steelforme out. We hope it’s the first of many….

  • Saving Daylight

    One of my favorite roads to bike on is Pecan Lane. This soon to be spralled-swallowed pecan orchard is one the few reminders of the agricultural roots of SE Forsyth County. Today’s ride marked the last day of Daylights Savings Time for 2007. Long shadows await but the dry, clear…

  • Right Dang, Rambolicious!

    The Ramblers ate and the conversation rolled on Friday night. Much thanks to the Good Doctor and Mrs. Doctor for their hosting and the roast beast, risotto, and did I mention the wine. (No, I’m not talking complaining, John). Mmmmmm. And the company? Laughter, teasing, listening, and caring…. I don’t…