Posts tagged ‘cycling’
Podcast Episode #5 : Q&A with Cervelo Test Team’s Patricia Schwager
Back in March during the Cervelo dealer show, I had the opportunity to sit in on a question/answer session with Patricia Schwager of the Cervelo Test Team.
Cycling Gives Women Feelings of Freedom
As a young child I always going out on my bike or out on a run to get out. I wasn’t one to play video games or watch tv, I always needed to get out.
Because of this the bicycle gave me a freedom further than my two feet. I didn’t need my parents, boyfriend or anyone to aid me in getting where I wanted to go. Exploration and adventure were a pedal stroke away.
“I think (bicycling) has done more to emancipate women than anything else in the world. It gives women a feeling of freedom and self-reliance.”
Susan B. Anthony’s words, spoken in 1896, ring true today. Courtney Ramey, a dedicated bicycle commuter, agrees with Anthony: “It’s easy. It feels great. It’s freedom.” Pam Polizzi loves that “biking gives you a great deal of freedom in getting around the city easily.”
Read more: http://www.sfgate.com/cgi-bin/article.cgi?f=/c/a/2010/03/10/NSPP1CAFIB.DTL#ixzz0hsrYwouB
Today this is going one more step as women seem to be hesitant to get out on the road or bike trails to try this new skill. The second they do try it, they feel empowered and free of all the ties they left at home. The children, errands, work week or BlackBerry can go on hold for a couple hours as they ride.
What about riding a bike makes you feel free?
They Say We Need More Women Bicycle Commuters
Most U.S women will not be going by bicycle for utility reasons if it is more than 3.5 miles and here is why.
August Rides and Events
As the month of July is coming to an end, we have had to say good by to the Tour de France, and look towards summer ending, schools starting and some amazing bike rides. Personally, I will be doing my first real triathlon in August. What will you be doing? Here are a few good ideas to start with.
Upcoming Articles
Here is a sampling of articles you can look forward to in the next week. Make sure to check back, leave comments or email with any questions!
- How to Properly Inflate Bike Tires
- Dressing for Cycling : Do You Really Need Spandex? Part I : Poll & Part II: Everday Cycling Clothing
- Rides and Events across the country. Are any ladies specific events happening in your area? Let me know!
- Wrapping Your Road Handlebar or Aero Bars