Category Archives: Tarsnakes

Tarsnakes, like the namesake tar patterns on roads across America, are in the context of this blog any allegorical event, thought or other phenomena that can trip you up along the way, or cause you to swerve or even crash. While tarsnakes are usually best avoided, at times they are unavoidable. And so, we discuss how to deal with these “life events” that either affect or stem from your running and riding.

Still, a tarsnake or other road or surface feature when viewed up close can reveal hidden beauty and perhaps even wisdom.

What Lance Armstrong has to say about the 2014 Tour de France

Posted on July 18, 2014 by Christopher Cudworth

Hi folks. Lance Armstrong here. Yes, I’ve been watching the 2014 Tour quite a bit. Actually been streaming it through my iPhone in the Livestrong phone case while I’m out golfing. Because golf is actually pretty boring. And I’m not … Continue reading →

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Metaphysical observations over a beer in July

Posted on July 15, 2014 by Christopher Cudworth

By Christopher Cudworth While waiting for a birthday party to begin at an eatery in downtown Naperville, Illinois, I ordered a beer at the outdoor bar. My vantage point was pleasant, sitting at the corner of a marble-topped bar with … Continue reading →

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In the race against space junk, we’re all destined to lose

Posted on July 9, 2014 by Christopher Cudworth

By Christopher Cudworth You all know I keep a close eye out for your running and riding welfare. This blog has taught you about the dangers of tarsnakes and cosmic bike wobble, and how to avoid being eaten by an … Continue reading →

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Does it pay to be passive-aggressive when you run and ride?

Posted on June 27, 2014 by Christopher Cudworth

By Christopher Cudworth Having worked with (and for) a number of passive-aggressive people over the years, and noticing how they somehow succeed in this world despite their ugly behavior, it occurred to me that being passive-aggressive might actually be a competitive advantage … Continue reading →

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You really can judge a book by its cover, also known as keep your eyes on the trail or you’ll crash

Posted on June 20, 2014 by Christopher Cudworth

By Christopher Cudworth Having not hidden much of my life while writing this blog, which now totals more than 500 entries, this is probably not the time to start hiding things now. So I will immediately confess that I did … Continue reading →

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O Brothers Where Art Thou?

Posted on June 18, 2014 by Christopher Cudworth

By Christopher Cudworth I’ve had a long athletic career thanks to a family of four brothers who all played sports. The eldest was a driven player of soccer, basketball, baseball and track and field. In the 1960s as a freshman … Continue reading →

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Running and riding through a guilty conscience

Posted on June 17, 2014 by Christopher Cudworth

You probably have not thought much about it lately, but guilt is one of the most powerful emotions on earth. We don’t really like to think about guilt. It feels naughty and dark. Yet it follows us around like a … Continue reading →

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Are we ready for Concealed Carry for those who run and ride?

Posted on June 13, 2014 by Christopher Cudworth

By Christopher Cudworth In 40+ years of running and 10+ years of cycling, I’ve spent thousands of hours on the roads encountering all sorts of traffic and other random ass behavior. Which has taught me a few things about random ass behavior. One: it … Continue reading →

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10 things you absolutely must do to become a slower runner

Posted on May 29, 2014 by Christopher Cudworth

By Christopher Cudworth You’re sick of running fast.  Admit it. You’d really like to know how to run slower so that you can avoid the pressure of always having to train and try so hard to get faster. Plus, there’s nothing … Continue reading →

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The surprising power of determination

Posted on May 22, 2014 by Christopher Cudworth

By Christopher Cudworth “You’re so determined.”  That’s one of the biggest compliments you can give any person. When you say that someone is “determined” it means they are focused on a goal. They mean to achieve it the best way … Continue reading →

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