I have been using a number of items to keep the sun off my head, face and ears. I burn easily and regularly have sun damage burnt off or cut out. 50+ sunscreen works OK but only for so long – and trike rides can be long. So, minimising sunburn is important.
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Born in 1946 I learnt to cycle about 10 years later. On a bike with rods connecting brake levers to the brakes - anyone remember those?
I emigrated to Australia (from the UK) in 1974 and moved to Tasmania in 1984.
Bicycles were in my life for most of that time although sometimes they were replaced by motorised two wheels for a bit more excitement. On reaching 70 I decided to stick to pedal power but in 2019 an electric recumbent made an appearance.
it's now 2023 and I have 3 bikes. 2 e-recumbents and the Brompton.
January 2021. Resolutions and Goals
That’s Oscar and I walking around Wynyard this week!
Let’s turn to more serious matters and the goal for 2021 – ride 5,000 kilometres in the year.
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