I'm into my 7th year of riding, but, since my move to a retirement community, I been riding less and doing many more things, such as circuit training, yoga, weight training, and hiking. I still ride, but, instead of 4 to 5 times a week, it more like once a week. My riding stats so far are:
Total rides: 520 Total miles: 8,488. all dirt trails and greenwaysAverage...
New Ride
I drove to Mt; Airy, NC and road the Ararat River Greenway. It was part of an initiative to restore the waterway with the twin goals of improving water quality and increasing recreational opportunities for residents. The river is wide, not too deep, with crystal clear water gently flowing over lots of rocks. The greenway meanders alongside the river...
Trail Status
The greenway and trail are in good shape EXCEPT for two trees down on the trail on the north side of the lake about a mile east of the dam; the trees down block the entire trail. With your bike, you must climb an embankment, climb over two trunks, and then climb back down the embankment.
When traveling counterclockwise, there is a short straightaway...
Trail Status
Greenway and trail conditions are great. Still some overflow on the greenway sidewalk and ford and, with more rain coming tomorrow, it will get deeper.
The city is grooming the trail. I know you think I must be imagining it—but its true. Sections of the trail, especially the big dirt hill on the Southside, have had dirt added and graded. I hope this...
Trail Status
Greenway and trail are in good condition.
Sand on greenway has been cleared. There is still some overflow at the sidewalk and ford....
Trail Status
My first Salem Creek Greenway/Salem Lake Trail loop ride of the new year. My time was a bit slow, partially due to the traffic and the wind, but it will improve as I get in more rides and get the body back into riding condition.
It was a nice day but windy. Lots of foot and bike traffic on the greenway and trail but most people were...
My 2019 Riding Season
I recently moved to Salemtowne Retirement Community and have been busy with the move, but, now that the weather is warming (I'm a warm weather rider), I've started training for trail rides by making 10-mile rides within Salemtowne. When warm, sunny weather finally arrives, I'll be ready for my Salem Creek Greenway/Salem Lake Trail loop...
