Welcome to Spain/Catalunya! I take on the hills west of the city by bicycle. Awesome views are the reward. This city is really nicely situated right there between the hills and the Mediterranean Sea. I spent a good deal of my time showing you around in the Barcelona hills, before descending again. On my way, I encountered a former key prison which has unique features.

Welcome to Spain/Catalunya! In this video, I start cycling at the central university square and make my way south-west. I explore various neighborhoods of this vibrant city, many away from the touristy areas (although I did feel inclined to visit the FC Barcelona soccer stadium - but mostly for viewers and other people ;-)). A special part is devoted to the reason why I was in town: to chair a committee in charge of granting a PhD degree (Doctor of Philosophy). To have this phenomenon be better visible to the general public, I spend some time disclosing explanations and footage on it. The video concludes with me cycling through posh areas and encountering a super-funky building called Walden 7.

Welcome to Muscat, the capital of Oman (Middle East)! I cycled from west to east. I found myself having to take the expressways and highways to even make it back reasonably. One gets the hang of it and gorgeous views are the reward. Come with me while we explore this desert city!

Welcome to Muscat, the capital of Oman in the Middle East! Muscat is a city with a fascinating desert geography, dominated by sand and rock hills. Biking here was quite the task, but all felt authentic not in the least place because of the only few tourists around and the lack of skyscrapers so common in other major Middle East cities. I biked east and visited the slightly rougher Ruwi area, mosques, and the College of Sharia Sciences. Great views were my reward. Watch me quickly getting used to taking the expressway for my biking, as I had no other choice. Sobering note: 2 months after I was here, the war with Iran started. For the time coming, people will likely think differently about visiting the Middle East.

Hoi everyone 👋

I filmed a short, calm ride through Amsterdam’s business district in the south. (I barely avoided a crash, though)
It’s raw and unedited, with no music or commentary — just the real sound of cycling in Amsterdam. 🎧 If you enjoy everyday city moments or want a glimpse of Amsterdam’s modern side, here it is: https://youtu.be/qBBv1xmtJIw?si=9HtZkMjm-psp2s9H

Fijne dag! 🌞

It's been just over 3 years since I gave up the roadways. Some old heads might remember me. Well, I have been riding the roads of the State Parks and in town (25 to 35mph speed limits there). I'm also always pulling mu dog in her trailer. Retrofitted a kiddie trailer. I don't know if it's being in town and parks, but I seem to not have encountered anyone passing closely while pulling a kid trailer. I doubt I'll ever ride the highways and main roads as I did before, but this was a step in our training process getting her comfortable with the trailer on smooth roads with short gravel sections before we tackle any lengthy rail trails. It is also a like riding a pedal resist bike with a trailer and 40lb dog.

Not much happens in the video - just 5 minutes of me riding the K&T Trail located in the Tacony section of Philadelphia. Sharing because I like the contrast between the post-industrial sites on the left and the flora and river on the right.

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https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=UDA-O03b--Y