16 Mar Starbucks doesn’t cut it–London coffee friends
I don't recall how I found the East Village Cafe. It's not like it's in my neighbourhood. A few doors west of the Aeolian Hall, it's east London. But for the past few years, almost...
…connecting cyclists to local trails,
food and adventures.
It never occurred to me to leave my bike at home on my first overseas trip. Twenty years later, nothing has changed. Whether at home, or in a foreign country, riding makes me feel closer to people and places.
I created this site as a hub for all things cycling; it’s a celebration of bike culture. Where to travel next, how to travel, where to get advice, see some cool practical bike fashion, what to eat. I’ll share what I know; and I invite you to do the same.
Over the next few months keep checking in as I’ll be adding some new menu items.
See you on the trails. Melanie
14 Mar Worlds Skating in London, Ontario!
Read my blog for Tourism London about the Pairs Short program. [gallery ids="1081,1082,1083"] Worlds Skating in London, Ontario!...
15 Feb Bike workouts for three levels
From this Chatelaine story find out the perfect bike workout for you. Fresh air, low cost, low impact: what’s not to love about cycling? Whether you’re a beginner or a pro at pedalling, choose a step-by-step...
15 Feb Wanna WWOOF?
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15 Feb The cost of solo travel.
Don't get me wrong, I love people, but travelling alone is the bomb. Be spontaneous, resilient and powerful -- all by yourself. It's exhilarating. Unfortunately, it isn't cheap; however, I've found some ways to get...
12 Feb Canadian Winter?
While driving, I could hardly lift my leg to step on the clutch. Hip flexor is pooped. The day before was my first cross country ski of the season. Pain aside, it was a ski day...
18 Jan Seize the day! My interview with Jonathan Goldstein.
I began listening to Jonathan Goldstein on CBC radio while driving three-hours back from Meaford, Ontario to London--a trip I used to do quite often. WireTap, the name of his show, is a series of telephone conversations with his friends and family.16 Dec Day six and seven: reintegration
Reintegration into the real world is imminent. Weighed in today. Lost 2.5 pounds: inch off abdomen and a slice, about half inch, off the buttinski. Healthy food and exercise aside, I'm convinced I lost wine weight. Tonight we get one glass at our final supper. At cardio max class I pushed it hard knowing it was only hours away! Cardio max is a high-intensity interval class: 2, 4 and 6 minutes on different machines. Time flies by! Lunch with the gang over a hearty canellellini bean shrimp stew.
15 Dec Day Five: I could get used to this
Slept in until 6:30 am this morning. No call about the hike: boo hoo. Besides the food, the hike is my favourite part. Plucking grapefruits, pomegranates and persimmons from the trees. Oh, and baby avocados.
I recouped lost ground, however, with three fitness classes back-to-back: funky rock and roll dance, followed by an elastic band session (loads of arms) and then spin. Fell asleep during facial.
13 Dec Day four: rain and hot tomato broth
Heard the rain on the tiled roof last night. Ahh. Woke 5:30 am for hike, but it was too wet so I decided to stay up and write. Quiet and focused over a strong cup of coffee. And, my most favourite time, breakfast. After which I met with personal trainer, "the Mighty E" as they call her, Ellen. I think knowing it was our last session, she upped the ante.