The Old Guy Bicycle Blog

  Will Global Warming Harm Cycling Forever? The rising temperatures and increasingly unpredictable weather patterns associated with global warming pose a serious threat to the future of cycling. 1 While cycling offers a sustainable and healthy mode of transportation, the impacts of climate change could significantly diminish its appeal and even endanger cyclists. Here's how global warming could harm cycling: Extreme Heat: Rising temperatures can make cycling during peak hours unbearable, especially in urban areas. Heatstroke and dehydration are serious risks, potentially deterring people from choosing cycling as their primary mode of transport. 2 Increased Air Pollution: Higher temperatures can worsen air quality by increasing ground-level ozone and exacerbating the effects of other pollutants. 3 Breathing polluted air while cycling is detrimental to health. 4 More Frequent and Intense Heatwaves: Extreme heatwaves can create dangerous conditions for cyclists, leading to an ...

  My Lifetime Love Affair with Long Distance Cycling The open road. The wind in my hair. The rhythmic hum of the tires on the pavement. Long-distance cycling has been my lifelong passion, a constant in a world of ever-changing landscapes and fleeting moments. It began innocently enough. A child's bike, wobbly at first, then gaining confidence with each pedal stroke. Soon, those short rides around the block weren't enough. The allure of the horizon beckoned, whispering tales of distant lands and untold adventures. My first real long-distance ride was a blur of nervous excitement and aching muscles. Fifty miles seemed insurmountable then, a mythical distance I could only dream of conquering. But I did it. And with that first triumphant finish, I was hooked. Over the years, the rides have grown longer, the challenges more demanding. From scenic coastal routes to grueling mountain passes, each journey has been a unique tapestry of physical and mental fortitude. There's a certai...