Tag Archives: cycling

It’s Oscars time. Here are the Academy Awards for the best running and riding movies never made

Posted on February 28, 2014 by Christopher Cudworth

By Christopher Cudworth A few years back, I organized and hosted a giant Academy Awards party at the Arcada Theater in St. Charles, Illinois. More than 900 people attended. Catering was provided by Panera Bread. People were excited to be … Continue reading →

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People who run and ride can be a pretty creative bunch

Posted on February 27, 2014 by Christopher Cudworth

By Christopher Cudworth If there’s one thing you learn from all those miles of running and riding, it’s how and when to improvise. Creatively. Extending Shoe Life It’s hard to remember exactly who conceived the idea, but in the days … Continue reading →

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Would you run or ride 1000 miles for water?

Posted on February 14, 2014 by Christopher Cudworth

By Christopher Cudworth Justin Ahrens is the Principal and Creative Director for his own marketing agency, Rule29 in Geneva, Illinois. The company’s objectives are simple and upfront as stated on Justin’s LinkedIn profile: “Justin Ahrens’ passion for life is rooted … Continue reading →

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10 things that I plan to do on the bike this year that you might like to consider too

Posted on February 13, 2014 by Christopher Cudworth

By Christopher Cudworth This is essentially my 10th year of what I’d call “serious cycling.” In 2004 I was riding a Trek 400 steel frame road bike and not getting much faster. It was a tremendous accomplishment to average more … Continue reading →

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To Answer the Growl or not, that is the question

Posted on February 10, 2014 by Christopher Cudworth

By Christopher Cudworth Three miles into a nine-mile Saturday morning run, my companion announced it was time for a bathroom break. Fortunately she knew there was a Mobil station along the trail. We’ve had a number of such lucky strokes … Continue reading →

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A few things off the top of my head about running, riding and swimming

Posted on February 5, 2014 by Christopher Cudworth

By Christopher Cudworth I knew at a relatively early age that I would someday be going bald. Family history assured me of that.  Armed with that information, it is not nearly so traumatic to lose your hair. In fact you … Continue reading →

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There is no team without an “i” in it

Posted on February 3, 2014 by Christopher Cudworth

By Christopher Cudworth Three meets into the collegiate cross country season, two of our best runners were sidelined with injuries. One had a sore back that would never heal that year. Another had a black toenail that was so painful … Continue reading →

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What gets you up and training at 6:00 a.m. or earlier?

Posted on January 31, 2014 by Christopher Cudworth

By Christopher Cudworth  I feel fortunate to have always been an early riser. Between my penchant for studying birds, which is best done in the early hours of day, and my love of running and riding, getting up before 6:00 … Continue reading →

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A quick ride through the Art of the Bicycle exhibit at the Museum of Science and Industry

Posted on January 30, 2014 by Christopher Cudworth

It didn’t take long to whip through the Art of the Bicycle exhibit now appearing at the Museum of Science and Industry, Chicago. The exhibit is not that large, which was rather a disappointment. On the other hand, the corridor … Continue reading →

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Proof that you are part of an amazing, wonderful creation is under your wheels, and your feet, and in the water in which you swim

Posted on January 20, 2014 by Christopher Cudworth

By Christopher Cudworth As motorists, we tend to think of potholes as really bad things. They threaten our tires. Jolt our suspensions. Kick off hubcaps and throw water up on our windshields. But actually, potholes are a keen reflection of … Continue reading →

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