Welcome

Welcome to the ActivePast50 blog!

Specializing in a variety of non-motorized outdoor activities this blog builds on the day-to-day pursuits that occupy my time as I rapidly approach the next decade of life's journey -- the serious 60's. Expect to find articles primarily about bicycling at this blog, as road biking comprises the bulk of my aerobic training efforts. Other pieces might cover kayaking, windsurfing, backpacking and hunting as weather conditions, seasons and druthers dictate.

Most of the endeavors detailed in this blog take place realtime in central South Dakota near my home situated on a bluff overlooking an arm of the Missouri River about 20 miles north of Pierre, SD. Other locations frequently featured include the Badlands National Park, the Black Hills and Rapid City.

Each blog describes either a recently completed activity, a training tip or a profound revelation regarding equipment discoveries or whatever suits my mood at the time. Also, a brief weather forecast for our area accompanies each blog.

So, bookmark this page, sit back, relax and enjoy the ride, er, read.