Author Archives: Joe Johnson

57 Things You Might Not Know About Me

Posted on November 18, 2013 by Joe Johnson

There is a Facebook game going around now where a friend posts a number of things you might not have known about them and if you “like” or comment on the post they give you a number and you have … Continue reading →

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End of the Season

Posted on November 11, 2013 by Joe Johnson

Before I jump into this week’s blog update I wanted to explain why it is so late. Real life, in the form of my job, intervened on my best laid plans. As much as I would love to be a … Continue reading →

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Don’t Be That Guy

Posted on November 4, 2013 by Joe Johnson

Don’t be That Guy. That is Rule Number One at the Bonnaroo Music Festival. It is even printed up in a guide on how to enjoy the show. It is part of an unofficial official code of conduct aimed at … Continue reading →

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Fat Lad At The Back

Posted on October 28, 2013 by Joe Johnson

One of the things that I originally wanted to write about when I started this blog was cycling products for larger cyclists. When I started riding I was 365 pounds. Nothing fit. My bike broke more than once. Spokes popped … Continue reading →

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Sometimes You Just Need a Ride

Posted on October 21, 2013 by Joe Johnson

I haven’t been on the bike much after my last ride on Martha’s Vineyard. I could, and will, make some excuses, but I just didn’t feel like riding for a week. I rode my metric century (100 kilometers) on a … Continue reading →

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My Favorite Book

Posted on October 14, 2013 by Joe Johnson

I read. A lot. I imagine that it comes as no real surprise. As a writer I am also an avid reader. I go through about a book a week, though it has slowed down considerably with the writing, working, … Continue reading →

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Martha’s Vineyard Ride Report

Posted on October 7, 2013 by Joe Johnson

There is something about being a middle aged cyclist, or really middle aged athlete in general, that makes everyone around you wonder if you are a little crazy. After the last three weeks I think I have finally earned the … Continue reading →

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Rugged Maniac Race Report

Posted on September 30, 2013 by Joe Johnson

Well, I ran the Rugged Maniac yesterday and I can still feel it today! I am sore, tired, and feeling quite accomplished right now. This all started with a friend asking if anyone wanted to run with her back in … Continue reading →

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2013 Discover Hartford Bike Tour Ride Report

Posted on September 23, 2013 by Joe Johnson

The Discover Hartford Bike Tour has changed focus this year for the better. I was surprised to see new routes and a new focus on the entire city as opposed to just the parks as in years past. I was … Continue reading →

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Unintentional Rest

Posted on September 16, 2013 by Joe Johnson

Training for a race or a long ride follows certain cycles. You don’t always train hard; sometimes you take it a little easy so your body has time to rebuild. There are times when the training calendar says “rest time” … Continue reading →

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