One of the best things about getting back on a bike is the ability to explore! Of course this is true of the car, but it is a different kind of exploration - Local.
There is a road not far from where I live, I have always wondered where it goes - I have never found out - that is until I rode past the other day and thought, lets see. This is the true beauty of the bicycle. Exploring parts of the area that you live, that you just would not investigate on foot or by car. Those little interesting places that you can get to quickly, that are just a little too far to walk to on the off chance!
I have found a cycle route that can take me almost the whole way to work. It is quiet, tree lined and has made my daily commute a real pleasure. I always knew it was there, but it was always faster to take the direct route while on foot.
My return to riding is also rekindling another of my old interests - photography. I plan to start taking the camera out more, with the bike allowing me to go in search of some interesting subject matter. I have added a 'Rides' page to the site, and will be placing pictures from my adventures as I take them.
Here's to exploring!
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