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Another upgrade for my Trek 7.5 FX: Garmin 305 Forerunner Review
I’ve done it again. I’ve upgraded something for my 7.5 FX. About a week ago, I purchased a Garmin 305 Forerunner. In addition to the 305, I also ordered the speed and cadence sensor for the 305. Finally to make sure I had a spot to mount the 305 on my bike, I purchased... »
July is Travel and Cycling Gear month!
Since I am not lucky enough to be trekking with some friends up Mt. Kilimanjaro in Tanzania, I thought this would be a good time to discuss some upcoming gear upgrades I have planned for my 7.5 fx and general travel gear. I discussed in one of my previous posts that I would take... »
500 miles on my Trek 7.5 FX
I have hit over 500+ miles on my Trek 7.5 FX! I wanted to review my 7.5 FX once again after putting on a significant number of miles. My review is not going to get very technical because I am not going to claim to be an expert on bike components. Yesterday, June 20th,... »
View from the bike – some trail users lack a general awareness of their environment
I decided that I had to sound off on what I have determined to be people’s lack of awareness on the bike paths and trails in Minneapolis. I was hoping it would not come to this and I realize most people are not like what I will end up describing, but this is both... »
Biking in Des Moines, Iowa and Minneapolis,MN over Memorial Day
I have a goal of biking 1200-1500 miles this summer. Over the long holiday weekend, I was able to add 50 more miles to my total. Biking in Des Moines Although I knew I would be busy being in a friend’s wedding in Iowa, I decided to pack the 7.5fx with me to do some biking.... »
