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| Diana rides a Raleigh frame, single speed bike, built up from random parts, hand painted peruvian violet (by her) with a foam brush. |
Diana Says: This bike is my love. When I moved to Chicago, I had hybrid mountain bike that was about 6 inches too small for me. I was a bike novice, but I knew I could bike faster than public transit (usually). I didn't have a car so I trekked many miles on that old mountain bike. I had no idea riding a bike could be so easy and fun until my friend's uncle built me this road bike.
Biking winter was a challenge for me at first. My first winter I had the mountain bike and no endurance. My goal was a small 25% of the winter. Last winter, with my new bike, and a lot more endurance, (and still a U-pass) my goal was 60%. This winter my goal is 90%! I love riding, but I don't ride when it's too dangerous. My favorite thing is cruising past all the cars stuck in traffic!
** Diana teaches yoga classes at Vessel Yoga, www.vesselyogachicago.com, and Corepower yoga in Bucktown www.corepoweryoga.com. Check it out!
I love that violet color, especially on these dreary winter days.
ReplyDeleteI love that rider :)
ReplyDeleteDiana May is a Chicago all-star; glad you featured her on your excellent blog, which i have been scoping for quite some time.
ReplyDeleteGorgeous Bike and a Gorgeous rider. Love the story tooo! Good job on 90% winter riding!
ReplyDeleteLove the garage door opener above the seatbelt clasp - it's like you've slain an SUV to wear its best parts as trophies!
ReplyDeleteBiking during winter does present a challenge to a beginner but after a while, a person will get the hang of it. I love biking around during cold weather! 90% is quite a goal, just keep on!
ReplyDeleteYes! D.May on her purple gunner!!! winning! -Coffeehouse Stanley
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