Pedal Clips

Pedal Clips Pedal Clips is a blog for sharing information - words, pictures and video - about bicycling in Sacramento and Northern California.

Web Site: http://www.pedalclips.com/


More rides to consider for 2012

Jan 12, 2012

Last week I published a list of some rides to consider registering for in 2012. There are many. Here are a few more to consider adding to your calendar. First, and foremost, if you are a double century rider, the …

Another lovely morning on the bike trail

Jan 10, 2012
Another lovely morning on the bike trail

It was another particularly lovely morning along the Sacramento River Tuesday as a full moon dropped over the horizon with the ziggurat and CalSTRS buildings reflected in the calm riverwater. According to an articleon sacbee.com this morning, we have had …

Freeriding with a shopping bag

Jan 9, 2012

I’m not sure whether to laugh or cringe at this video of a lady with a shopping bag riding on one pedal, downhill. I first saw this video on the Change your Life, Ride a Bike blog. Runtime0:26 Views23,760

Winds rage across the Sacramento Valley

Jan 7, 2012
Winds rage across the Sacramento Valley

Brutal riding conditions out there today. Ferocious winds were raging out of the northwest making riding in that direction a challenge. But, with the wind at your back, riding was effortless. Here’s an image of my friend Martin heading up …

Cold and damp mornings, record-breaking warmth in the afternoon

Jan 6, 2012
Cold and damp mornings, record-breaking warmth in the afternoon

The mornings remain cold and damp these days but the lack of rain has set us up for a rare occurrence, the chance of wildfires in January. Read more in the weather story at sacbee.com A spider web drips with …

Accidents happen, be prepared

Jan 5, 2012

As the new year begins, it’s a good time to think of reviewing your auto insurance coverage. While every cyclist hopes never to have a collision with a car, accidents happen. And, they can be incredibly expensive if you’re significantly …

Rides to consider in 2012

Jan 2, 2012
Rides to consider in 2012

Happy New Year! As you begin planning rides for the new year, here’s a few good ones to consider. The Party Pardee Century, the Sacramento Bike Hikers signature ride, will be held on April 7, 2012 in Ione. Registration for …

Mountain lion warning signs by Nimbus Dam

Dec 30, 2011
Mountain lion warning signs by Nimbus Dam

Just east of the Nimbus Dam, park rangers have posted warning signs about mountain lions sightings. I will try to find out more information today. Posted from Fair Oaks, California, United States.

Surly Steamroller sunrise

Dec 27, 2011
Surly Steamroller sunrise

My Surly fixie rests on the railing of the bridge at the William Pond Recreation Area this morning. Posted from Carmichael, California, United States.

Warmer mornings ahead

Dec 26, 2011
Warmer mornings ahead

The morning commute continues to be a cold one these days with temperatures remaining below freezing well into the morning. The daily lows should warm up as clouds and a possible shower move into the picture later this week. Read …