Bicycling is the nearest approximation I know to the flight of birds. The airplane simply carries a man on its back like an obedient Pegasus; it gives him no wings of his own. — Louis J. Helle, Jr.

Archive for September, 2008

Crystal Lake – Lodi Loop

Monday, September 22nd, 2008

A very pretty loop that starts at Pheasant Branch conservatory.  It runs northwest to Mud Lake, Fish Lake and Crystal lake before turning east to Lodi.  It picks up the return ride from Lodi.  45 miles of rolling hills, farmlands and nature preserves make for a gorgeous evening ride.  There is about 2800 feet of [...]