James Durand

James Durand

Another proud moment on a bike!

Columnist couldn't be more proud of daughter, who still gets a thrill from crashing

James Durand
James Durand

Time to put the bike away. NOT!

The key is just staying comfortable despite the weather

James Durand
James Durand

Changes mean riding takes a hit

What has been a great surprise though is how many kids, parents and entire families I see riding to school

James Durand
James Durand

The benefit of a group ride

The camaraderie, the skill building, the socializing.it goes on and on

James Durand

We live in an amazing biking community!

Well, apparently lots of families see the benefits and a little wind or potential rain means nothing

Richness not always measured in wealth

Family-friendly trails are right outside your door

Beaver Lodge lands provide easy access, mixed level of challenges for Campbell River mountain bikers

Richness not always measured in wealth
Richness not always measured in wealth

Dream ride its own reward

Cyclist reflects upon unnecessary chest-thumping following particularly good ride

Richness not always measured in wealth
Richness not always measured in wealth

Richness not always measured in wealth

For cycling enthusiast, benefits of owning a bike shop go far beyond the income potential

Richness not always measured in wealth

Grad gift hits the sweet spot

Cycling columnist learns it really can be better to give than to receive

How bad can it actually hurt?

Cycling enthusiast believes human body has capacity for suffering beyond limits we understand

Mountain biking — it’s really just about having fun

Competition can be a kick, but you can get all the fun you want by simply hitting the trails

When you think less, you’ll find you ride better

Cycling columnist recommends going with the flow rather than stressing over group rides

Doctor prescribes a lesson in service

Timely visit by physician turns into win-win situation for bike mechanic

Kids find their own pace

Having trouble getting your children to ride a bike? Get them together with their peers

I knew right away he was a mountain biker

SPIN MY RIDE: The kid rode a hard tail mountain bike with slick dirt jump tires and wore a full face motocross helmet

Go fast or go far

SPIN MY RIDE: I feel like a more balanced cyclist these days

Okay, just one bike, most of the time

SPIN MY RIDE: Some of you may have read that and laughed, knowing full well I have far more than one bike

A bike for every reason

We are lucky enough to have efficient and light weight “all mountain” bikes