Tag Archives: racing

Lanterne Rouge: Eleven Bicycle Books

Posted on January 29, 2018 by 16incheswestofpeoria

When one looks at one’s possessions and admits to oneself that it’s All Too Much to Bear, it’s time to clean house. Some things are easier to pitch than others, but let’s not discuss electronics, computers or broken bird feeders. … Continue reading →

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World Championship racing means bicycles on display in Florence

Posted on November 3, 2013 by 16incheswestofpeoria

People in Florence paid a lot of attention to the World Championships. The evidence was everywhere. Continue reading →

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Past pedal

Posted on December 17, 2012 by 16incheswestofpeoria

What do you look like in your mind’s eye? Are you the kid on the tricycle, about to topple over into the street and win a scar worth bragging about? The bigger kid on the five-speed, newly equipped with the … Continue reading →

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