Category Archives: Bike Commuting

Girls Biking to Work blog

Posted on April 29, 2012 by

New Minneapolis blog, Girls Biking to Work, is becoming a favorite of mine.  Written by Grease Rag friend Stephanie, the blog is thoughtful and practical about biking, and arriving looking fabulous.  I wouldn’t describe Girls Biking to Work as a “cycle … Continue reading →

Posted in Bike Commuting, Friends, Introducing

Lucette Gilbert

Posted on April 3, 2012 by

I am not posting this video because Lucette Gilbert is a “little old lady” on a bike.  I’m posting this video because she is a woman that rides her bike for fun and transportation, and because I like her attitude! … Continue reading →

Posted in Bike Commuting, Video, Why we bike! | 2 Comments

23 this morning, with a little wind

Posted on February 22, 2012 by

I haven’t done one of these in awhile. Helmet, fleece piece over my head and ears, wool bandana around my mouth, acrylic scarf, REI lightweight synthetic baselayer, wool sweater, long wool striped gloves from Ibex, Woolrich wool knickers, Ibex wool … Continue reading →

Posted in Bike Commuting, Clothing, Photos | 4 Comments

When life gives you windchill, make frost beards!

Posted on January 19, 2012 by

You wake up in the morning, smear some Nutella on a donut and wash it down with some almond milk.  (Don’t judge me.)  The cats are fed, it’s still dark out, your balaclava and mittens are on the radiator from … Continue reading →

Posted in Bike Commuting, Clothing, Winter Biking | 4 Comments

Minneapolis <3 Winter bike commuting

Posted on December 10, 2011 by

Yet another publication recognizes Minneapolis as a rad place to bike… in the winter! The article from Metaefficient names Five “Top U.S. Cities For Winter Bicycle Commuting”. Minneapolis, Minnesota Heralded by Bicycling Magazine as America’s most bike-friendly city, Minneapolis has seen success … Continue reading →

Posted in Bike Commuting, Winter Biking

Not that you asked, but this is what I’m wearing today

Posted on November 17, 2011 by

This is the exciting time of year when you can say, “Today was the coldest day this winter!” everyday. This was my coldest commute since March!  And I was ready.  How about you? My chic attire for a 19 (with … Continue reading →

Posted in Bike Commuting, Clothing, Photos | 2 Comments

Discovering more peaceful routes

Posted on August 13, 2011 by

I recently read on Let’s Go Ride A Bike that Dottie was “In Search of the Most Peaceful Commute.” Every once in awhile I bike out to my doctor’s office in St. Louis Park.  I pretty much use the same … Continue reading →

Posted in Bike Commuting, Photos | 6 Comments

Mid-week update

Posted on June 8, 2011 by

Bike Walk Week is a good week to celebrate using non-motorized transportation.  And today is “Womens Wednesday” with some events for us: Womens Wednesday Clinic: Cleaning and tuning up your bike Wednesday June 1st 6 – 8 pm, Downtown Minneapolis … Continue reading →

Posted in Bike Commuting, Events, Participate, Why we bike! | 2 Comments

Bike Walk Week June 4– 12, 2011

Posted on May 29, 2011 by

Bike Walk Week is coming! Every year, I ask my supervisor to allow me to come in late so I can participate in all of the breakfast and group ride activities of Bike Walk Week.  It’s kind of like a … Continue reading →

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Brown Girl in the Lane on biking to work

Posted on May 20, 2011 by

I recently came across another awesome WTF bike blog. Sam writes at Brown Girl in the Lane from her car-free life in San Diego. She recently mentioned her miles per burrito stats–clearly the best way to think about fueling your … Continue reading →

Posted in Bike Commuting, Posts from other blogs, Why we bike!