Saving the Whales with a Bike and a Bus
Just a month ago OCTA hosted an Urban Cycling Workshop; I went to make a few new friends and brush up on my skills. That's where I met Wes Parsel. Wes does OCTA's Marketing for vanpools and bicycles. He stood…
Riding After Dark
"I'm jealous," she spoke loud enough to get my attention — this from the blonde in the convertible next to me. We're both stopped, not going anywhere for awhile. As I glance her way, I take my time to consider…
San Juan’s Alley Cat Rides
What's an alley cat ride? Meet Julio Vallejo Gonzales; he knows. He's a bicycle advocate in San Juan, Puerto Rico who organizes local bike rides, like the alley cat ride. He's also organized a slow-bike competition, which sounds like a…
Terminal Wanderlust
Are you prone to wanderlust? I am. I love planning getaways, the longer the better. I'm also prone to mild bouts of depression and I'd been feeling blue since returning from a 10-day bike tour along the Erie Canal. I…