A dedicated advocate for diabetes research and awareness, Tess is preparing for a 40-mile bike ride, part of the annual Chicagoland Tour de Cure, a fundraising event for the American Diabetes Association June 14 in Aurora. Source: Diabetes won’t stop active South Elgin teen – DailyHerald.com
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The second book in a series, in a modern take on The Good Life. The Sty's the Limit https://www.amazon.com/dp/140915467X/ref=cm_sw_r_awd_9moDvb185QKHF/?tag=stnichepisc01-20 Read at Google+
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That's some pretty major "loss of control" there. Driver charged with striking bicyclists in Oswego Read at Google+
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Theft of $3 million in Dale Chihuly art goes unnoticed – CNN.com Over $3 million in glass work created by artist Dale Chihuly was missing for over a year before anyone noticed; a former employee is charged with its theft. Read at Google+
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LET’S DO THIS. In just 1 week, I’m riding 40 miles on a bike named Veda to help raise funds for the American Diabetes Association’s ‘Tour de Cure’ cycling event. ONE WEEK. I’m ready; last week I rode a total of 53 miles on Saturday and Sunday (including 30 miles for Chicago’s Bike the Drive). I’ll be able to complete the whole shebang, assuming I don’t crash too many times trying to learn to ride with my new clipless pedals that I bought last week from Larry Gross at Village Cycle. So far I’ve only fallen once. WOOHOO, go me.…
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I may have found my n+1 bike, with short trips and street-clothes style in mind. The Flourish comes with more gearing options, with three rings up front and a 7-speed Shimano IGH rear derailleur. The Flourish 2 ($620) that Sherman showed us comes with an oversize wicker basket that’s big enough to hold a full daypack and a cushioned leather spring saddle that helps smooth the ride. The swept handlebar enables you to hold on while sitting up (though the steering takes a little getting used to, it’s quicker than a flat bar), and fenders shield you from road splash. And because sometimes you…
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Sir Bradley Wiggins will ride a Jaguar/Pinarello design to attempt the hour record. Contrast this by watching a movie called "The Flying Scotsman" with Jonny Lee Miller to see how far bike design has come Bradley Wiggins’ Pinarello Bolide HR Jaguar and Pinarello collaboration for Hour Record Read at Google+
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This guy has no clue. I absolutely rely on restaurant calorie counts to maintain my health, manage my diabetes, and lose weight. I love seeing calorie counts (and carb counts) on menus as well as online. I hope Shimkus hears from his constituents on this issue – I think a huge majority support having calorie counts on menus as well as online. Congressman Mocks Calorie Counts In Hearing To Relax Healthy Labeling Rules Read at Google+
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It will be very interesting to see how right wing math makes "millions" will equal maybe "thousands" or even "tens." Conservative Pundit: Millions Will Flee America, Demand Secession Over Gay Marriage WorldNetDaily founder and editor Joseph Farah issued an emergency plea to governors today asking them to consider seceding from the union if the Supreme Court strikes down state bans on same-sex marri Read at Google+
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I want to go to this but may have a schedule conflict A Festival of Redheads Planned for Chicago’s North Shore The first Redhead Days Festival in the United States is planned for June 6 and 7 in the city of Highwood. Read at Google+