Today is monumental. Today I biked in the car lane. I took my mom’s loaner hybrid (a red Gary Fisher Nirvana, for bike nerds) to the Gold’s Gym on 6th & Congress, about a 2-mile trek from my house that involves biking down either 5th or 6th Street. Last time I chose 6th Street, but…
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Biking for Beginners: My Trip to Jack and Adams
I need a bike. I want to commute places, and I want to compete in triathlons. Apparently, I need two bikes, not just one. So on the one hand, I just need a bike to get me from my house to Whole Foods, the coffeeshop, and possibly downtown when it’s not 700 degrees outside. But…
Twin Falls
I mentioned that everyone should hit the lake/creek/pool this weekend, but I didn’t tell you about my fave spot. Now that it’s the week, I’ll let you in on my secret (it’s not all that secret, but we can pretend): There’s a magical place in Austin. It’s Twin Falls. It’s right off Mopac and 360,…
This is Life in New York City
Yep, I’ve fled our fair city for the big one. I’m having a ball, but I’m also amazed by how excited people are about Austin here. Anyone I’ve gotten into a conversation with about where I’m from has said, “Oh I love Austin!” or “I want to go there!” We know Austin is hot on…
Bike to Work Day
Friday is Bike (or Walk) to Work Day! As a freelance writer, I work out of my home office. And my brother stole my bike anyway. But if I had an office outside of my house OR a bike OR both, I would definitely be biking to work tomorrow. In honor of Bike to Work…