by John Paff | Dec 1, 2025 | Devotions, Updates
His name was Gustaf Hakansson, but in Sweden he’s better known as “The Steel Grandpa,” a named he earned in 1951 when, at the age of 67, he stunned his skeptics by winning a 1,000-mile bike race in Sweden. Well, technically speaking, he didn’t really win it because he... by barb_fetters | Oct 29, 2025 | Devotions, Updates
This is the time of year when leaves are falling fast on bike trails in the Midwest. So, it’s important for cyclists to be on the lookout for hidden hazards. I say this because just recently I was riding on a trail near my home and NOT watching carefully when suddenly... by Dave Marty | Sep 26, 2025 | Devotions, Updates
Earlier this month (September 2025), I was blessed to ride the Katy Trail in Missouri from Clinton in the west to Machens at the far east end, a total of 240 miles. It was a great experience with ideal weather, beautiful scenery, and delightful... by Dave Marty | Aug 28, 2025 | Devotions, Updates
Just about anybody who’s ever done an organized bike ride knows the term “SAG Stops.” Those are the places along the planned event routes where riders can stop for a snack and/or potty break, then get going again. Hence, the name “Stop-And-Go,” or SAG for short.... by Dave Marty | Jul 22, 2025 | Devotions, Updates
Just the other day, I was talking with a Christian friend who, after months of frustration and exhaustion in regard to a personal situation she’d been facing, finally had a breakthrough. In summarizing her mix of emotions, she said, “I know God’s timing is... by Dave Marty | May 28, 2025 | Devotions, Updates
It was the first day of RAGBRAI 2021 (Register’s Annual Great Bike Ride Across Iowa). I’d heard about this event for years, but this was my first time doing it. And although the forecast was for temperatures in the...
