Jeneric2d ago
#yegbike commute; cold at -12°C with slight northeasterly wind. Some snow - maybe a few centimetres, light and fluffy. Riding through the mostly uncleared MUPS was not an issue at all, some mush buildup at intersections on the roads.
Traffic light and well behaved, not many people about.
The snow really quietens things down, mostly a serene ride.
#earworm ‘In The Bleak Midwintet’, old hymn.
Show threadEllenIn Edmonton2d ago
@Jeneric
I'm quite pleased that I rode my bike over to Old Strathcona Bikes yesterday for its final seasonal tire change. Roads were clear and dry at lunchtime, and then it snowed again! Can you use a pair of studded 20" tires? I'm trying to find a good home for them. After this winter's extreme ice, I decided that my frail aging body can no longer handle winter cycling. The risks of more fractures are too high.
#YegBike
Show threadJeneric2d ago
@EllenInEdmonton Also glad that Strathcona Cycles is still going - was worried about the break-in earlier this year.
Is it still Mindy running the day-to-day operations?
Show threadEllenIn Edmonton2d ago
@Jeneric
Mindy went to a career in medical services, which was her preference, and it should be easier on her body. I should have asked the name of the guy who helped me out, but I think it was the owner?
Show threadJeneric2d ago
@EllenInEdmonton If it was the owner, he is Mike - as in its previous name, Mike Loves Bikes. He kind of looks like an older Jay/Tossy64.
It is Mindy's dog that we are most curious about, what new job does The Captain have?
Show threadEllenIn Edmonton
@Jeneric Yes, it was likely Mike, but you'd have to check in with him to find out what job the Captain has now!
Mar 25 at 10:35pmWeb