Category Archives: Night Riding

This is Why I Am a Morning Person

Posted on September 19, 2019 by sevencyclist

Recently, I had one of those nights where I woke up in the middle of the night (1 am) and could not go back to sleep. I went to sleep, only to wake up again at 3:30. I did the … Continue reading →

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Riding in Wind, Torrential Rain, and in the Dark Makes You Badass

Posted on February 18, 2016 by sevencyclist

Yes, I did see the weather reports that forecast is for rain on the commute home, but hey, I’ve  been through weather like this before.  I mean, I rode the last 50 miles of Camino Real Double Century in the … Continue reading →

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Bike Commuting Night Gear

Posted on January 16, 2016 by sevencyclist

Some of you may be worried about being able to be seen at night on my commutes home.  Well, I’ll document it here. So on the front, I’ve got a nice 500 lumen Exposure Sirius light.  It’s very compact, lightweight, … Continue reading →

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Days Starting to Get Longer

Posted on January 7, 2016 by sevencyclist

Is it me, or are the days getting longer? I know, it just turned New Years, but when I get out a little after 5 pm, it does seem a little lighter than before. That’s something to get this bike … Continue reading →

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The Challenge of Getting Quality Miles In

Posted on October 21, 2015 by sevencyclist

One of the challenges of being able to stay fit, and do endurance rides is being able to get out there.  I didn’t have this challenge before, because I typically was able to have my weekends free to ride.  However, … Continue reading →

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Please Wear Reflective Clothing on Multi Use Trails

Posted on October 7, 2014 by sevencyclist

OK, I admit, I am ranting … By the time I get home, it gets dark on the MUT … At least I think it does.  So why don’t more people wear reflective clothing or carry a little light with … Continue reading →

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Always Keep a Backup Light Handy

Posted on November 5, 2013 by sevencyclist

Sometimes you get into a routine that you take some things for granted.  In my case, I ride in the dark without hesitation, and with my bright lights, that gives me confidence to ride not only in darkness, but in … Continue reading →

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Daylight Savings Time .. Yay!

Posted on March 13, 2013 by sevencyclist

Daylight savings time .. yay!  Not only does that mean I can leave the office with daylight, but it also means I can do a little more riding after work.  It’s really nice not having to carry that big extra … Continue reading →

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Quest for 600 for January … Complete

Posted on February 2, 2013 by sevencyclist

January had been an up and down month for me .. literally.  To start off the year, I was just getting over a cold, so I wasn’t really 100% to start off the new year.  Then, after climbing Sierra Road, … Continue reading →

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Christmas Lights on Bikes

Posted on December 19, 2012 by sevencyclist

The Peninsula and South Bay Bicycling Group had a cool night ride recently, dubbed “Seasonal Lights Tour”.  I haven’t done many night rides this year (other than my daily commutes in the dark along San Tomas Aquino Trail), so this … Continue reading →

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