Yesterday we finally got a break from the 90+ degree weather, and since it was so nice outside, I decided to take Lola, the beach cruiser, out for a spin. I also needed to get a few local errands done, so I decided to kill two birds with one stone (awful phrase, isn’t it?).
First I headed to the credit union to deposit a rather large chunk into my savings account. I opened an account there because I’m buying a new car in August and credit unions usually have the best rates on auto loans. Plus, I figured it would be a good bargaining tool if I went to a car dealer and said, “the credit union gave me this much at this rate, what can you give me?” The credit union is only .8 miles from my house (one way), so I figured it would be an easy ride.
After the credit union, I headed to the library to pick up a book that was waiting for me and to return one I had finished. (I’ve been really slacking on my reading this summer, for some reason. I think I’ve been watching too much t.v./Netflix. In the coming weeks I really want to get back to some reading). The library is 1.3 miles from my house, which again, is really close. The ride to the library is a nice one, although there is one intersection that is always a bit harrowing – my adrenaline is always pumping a bit more when I get close to it because I’m ultra-aware of any possible hazards.
All told, I went 4.2 miles on the bike yesterday, earned 4 APs, and got a couple of errands done. Afterward I was tired & hot, but I felt great. I’ve decided that whenever I have to go to these two places, I’m going to ride Lola, because it just makes sense.
I’ve had Lola a year now, and we’ve been on some really fun adventures together. One of my goals for the summer is to get to Half Moon Bay again, because that was a really fun ride. I also want to find a few new paved trails to go on. One of my former co-workers sent me this link, which lists all of the local “bikeways.” I can’t wait to use it to find some new routes.
I just wanted to stop and say Hello! I added you to my blogroll, and I love your blog!
Thanks so much! I’m going to go check out your blog now.
Lola is maybe the cutest bike ever
Lola just seems like she’s very 40-50’s beachie sort. I love pin-up models from the 40’s & 50’s, women were just classier then (no need to bare it all to be sexy)! My car is named Betty Paige!
Now I want to find my own pink bike with a basket! Granted once I get out of my neighborhood the roads arent entirely safe due to the amount of traffic, but there are plenty of places I could take her too!
I came up with the name Lola because the bike says “Del Rio” on it, and it got me to start thinking about Dolores del Rio. Lola is the shortened version of Dolores. I’m in love with the pinup girls and that whole thing. That’s why I chose the swimsuit I did. I love everything retro!!
LOL omg..ok check out what bike i’ve been looking at all week!!
http://healthzone.shoptoit.ca/shop/product–catId_1002218__locale_en__productId_7513579.html
i think its like yours, only blue lol! i had no idea!
of course i’m really loving this one:
http://www.trekbikes.com/us/en/bikes/bike_path/hybrid/7100wsd/
but i can’t find a way to warrant the different in price, since i’m not sure i’ll even like bike riding!!
but yeah..you are pushing me (again! LOL!)
love ya for it!
xo
That first bike is really cute – love the color! That’s actually a lot cheaper than I paid for my bike – mine was $350. Maybe you can save up to buy that bike? I’m telling you, once you ride it, you’ll be hooked.