This afternoon I hopped on my Brompton for a little ride. It’s been two and a half years since I bought my C-Line, and I’m still completely in love with it. Riding this bike just feels different in the best way. Compared to a “regular” bike, it’s compact, nimble, and easy to hop on and off. Honestly, it reminds me of the difference between a scooter (or step-thru motorbike) and a motorcycle. Both are fun, but the smaller one has this playful, almost magical charm that always makes me smile.

We stuck to one of our usual trails, but took a short detour to check out the disc golf course. In the photo above, you can just barely spot the basket in the distance. Here’s a closer look:

Anyways, it was a really fun ride with my beloved Piplup!

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I had the day off today, so Piplup and I went for a long ride along our usual route on Brushy Creek Regional Trail. The cooler morning air made it extra nice before the heat set in. On the way back, I spotted a sign that made me laugh – I have to imagine the person who wrote it was chuckling too!

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Piplup and I braved the 99°F heat and went on a 17 mile ride. Lots of fun! I finished a liter of water on this one. I should bring more next time.

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Bicycle rides during lunch hour are always nice!

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Piplup needs sunglasses.

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Piplup and I are back at our usual spot to enjoy the sunset. Simply lovely!

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I enjoyed a delightful ride to the park today. With no one else around, I had the chance to snap a photo at the skatepark. I used to come here with my boys and skate. It was always lots of fun, even for beginners!

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This evening, Sophie (my 1972 Peugeot bicycle) and I went for a ride on the local hike and bike trail. Despite the scorching heat, we managed to ride to the end of the trail and back without any issues. Compared to my Brompton, the Peugeot is not very comfortable, though it is much faster. When I was 12, I rode this bike on a YMCA trip from San Francisco to Torrance. I don’t remember it being uncomfortable. In fact, I barely remember how I felt on the bike, but I do recall having a lot of fun riding and camping with my friends.

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I went for a short ride to check out the local farmer’s market. Please have a watch!

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Sunday afternoons are perfect for a bicycle ride. The hike and bike trail isn’t crowded, so I don’t have to navigate around families with small children and dogs taking up the whole width of the trail. Despite signs advising people not to walk more than two abreast, this rule is often ignored. However, on Sunday afternoons, I don’t have to worry about it. 😁

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