Monthly Archives: April 2015

Is anybody out there a runner or cyclist?

Posted on April 15, 2015 by Christopher Cudworth

All these little encounters and twists of fate are evidence the world of running and cycling never sits still. People enjoy these pursuits because of the encounters they engender. That goes for the crazy soul who writes this blog. I don’t hide too many of my thoughts and some people might say that’s a risk to me personal brand in some way. But I’d rather be considered honest and a bit crazy than quiet and controlling. It’s better to be crazy than psychopathically obsessed over self-image. Continue reading →

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A solo cyclist’s survival guide to springtime winds

Posted on April 14, 2015 by Christopher Cudworth

It’s not generally practical to ride your bike in a group every time you go out. That means there will be days when you’re going solo or with just one buddy on the road. That can be tough for everyone … Continue reading →

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Bloodroot and other ephemeral things

Posted on April 13, 2015 by Christopher Cudworth

One of the difficult decisions those of us who love both nature and exercise must make each spring day is whether to use the early morning hours to wander in the woods and fields or to run and ride and get … Continue reading →

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Is it time to open negotiations on Iranathon, Triranathon and the Tour of Iranathon?

Posted on April 10, 2015 by Christopher Cudworth

Conservatives hate the deal that President Barack Obama put together with Iran to prevent that nation from growing its nuclear arms capability. There seems to be some difficulty with terminology going on in these negotiations. I see guys with nuclear arms … Continue reading →

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Ready for liftoff

Posted on April 9, 2015 by Christopher Cudworth

Well this is an interesting day. My scrambled eggs were ordered from a local restaurant because my eggs expired sometime back in 2013. Well, it’s not that bad. But what’s the difference after a certain point? Eggs and other expired … Continue reading →

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The ontogeny and evolution of a cyclist must be repeated every year

Posted on April 8, 2015 by Christopher Cudworth

It’s been 10 years since I started cycling seriously. The first couple years almost don’t count. They were ridden on a steel frame Trek 400 bike that had not a prayer of going anywhere fast. That bike was like an … Continue reading →

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We all have mountains to climb

Posted on April 7, 2015 by Christopher Cudworth

Perhaps you’ve experienced moments in life as well where the activities that once dominated your entire persona somehow feel different. It can happen all of a sudden, or it can take time to set in. Perhaps you achieve a goal and move on. Or perhaps it’s much more subtle than that. You simply share more time with different kinds of people. Continue reading →

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A childish fascination with endurance training and bodily functions

Posted on April 6, 2015 by Christopher Cudworth

In order to get your Monday off to a rollickingly childish start, you are invited to click and view this scene from an Austin Powers movie in which our hero engages in a prolonged urination session. Yes, it’s childish. And … Continue reading →

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5 Hippity Hoppity Hints to Get Faster This Spring

Posted on April 3, 2015 by Christopher Cudworth

Here my friends are some valuable tips on becoming a faster runner. All provided to you by the Easter Bunny, a truly credible source of information.

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The devolution of the Clif Bar (and other things we eat)

Posted on April 2, 2015 by Christopher Cudworth

Obviously I use the term “devolution” loosely in today’s blog title. Technically the word has political roots. As in: “the transfer or delegation of power to a lower level, especially by central government to local or regional administration.” Well, the … Continue reading →

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