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I am so excited to have another talk about Huffy bike. I am a Huffy Moms on Bikes VIP and here on mission to make you fall in love with bicycle riding. (Is it working yet?).
A little while back I asked a bunch of people the same question:
Out of your daily/weekly running around chores, which drive would you replace with a bike ride (even if it’s in your ideal world).
I got a lot of different answers, but so many mentioned that they would like to bike to the grocery store. I totally understand that for some of you even a grocery store is not an option, but for those who think it’s a great idea to take a ride to the grocery store, I salute you!
“I like riding to the grocery store if I don’t have to get tons of food. If I have close errands like going to the butcher, farmers market or hardware store in town that’s a nice ride too.” (Annie, mom of two, Western Springs IL)
“I’d LOVE to ride to my local farms to pick up the fresh produce and foods I purchase. I’d LOVE to just ride by the corn fields. it’s so relaxing” (Wendy- weight loss blogger- CT)
“…Going to the grocery story. its the longest trip so would mean more exercise…” (Paula, mom of 2 boys, Master of All Things Domestic)
I absolutely love your idea and accepting it as a personal challenge – I am committing to take a trip to the grocery store on my Huffy bike and tell you all about it.
You don’t have to ask me twice – riding the bike to the store? I am all over it
And off I go.
MAP of my ride
More than half way there
I made it to the grocery store without any adventures just to realize that I didn’t bring a bicycle lock. Lucky me my husband was there to take my pictures, so he got to watch my two wheeled friend while I was shopping. Note to self: Next time do not forget the lock if you don’t want to walk home!
I made a point not to buy a lot of food. Watermelon would be a good one to take home, but how would I carry it back home? Keeping in mind limited cargo, I probably would have to make my trips to the grocery stores more frequent – not a bad thing since I am trying to stay in shape.
All done and ready to go pack and go home.
All the food I purchased went into the saddle bag in the back.
On the way back
And here I am back at the house:
After thoughts:
My grocery trip with Huffy went awesome. Thank You for the idea!
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When I was living in Holland, I also went on grocery trips with a bike if I don’t eed to buy big stuff.
You go girl and in a skirt at that! I am really impressed at how chic you look on that bike and how far you go! Very cool.
What a fun-looking ride! yes, don’t forget your lock…that sweet bike would get stolen in 2 seconds flat. If I had a bike, I’d love to the farmer’s market
If I lived in a city I would definitely ride to the store, but it’s a 30 minute trek in the car for me. I love the basket on the back of your bike!
When I lived in LA I had a similar type of bike and had so much fun riding around! Now I live in Chicago and am afraid I’d get hit by a car if I rode a bike here. But LOVE this post and the photos. It brought back fun memories for me!
Whoa, you weren’t nervous about riding in a skirt? My mom always used to warn me about doing that, lol. It looks like a lot of fun, I love riding my bike, we go on rides as a family a couple of times a week!
I ride my road bike all over the place! But typically not the best for grocery store excursions…
I’m impressed that you’re riding in a skirt! What an inspiration you are, my dear!
I want a bike again so bad! It’s been years since I’ve been riding. Going to the grocery store for a few things on a bike would save extra gas, plus if I had a seat for my son he would love to ride. Going to have to start looking for the spring/summer.
great job! Great exercise and a great way to be green!
That was so much fun! I felt like I took the trip with you. I can see that a Huffy bike would be great for a grocery trip.!
First, still have NEVER rode a bike. Second, I am very envious that you get such activity and help the environment making trips like this. What a great example for your family!
You are too cute on your bike! I do a lot of walking. I haven’t ridden a bike in years… might have to start again as the kids start riding.
In an ideal world I would be able to ride a bike to the grocery store. It is really not that far at all its just that the traffic on that street is going at least 45 miles an hour.
what a great thing to do, I am not sure how I would have gotten to a local grocery store on a bike. good work
Wow you did a great job. I don’t think I could manage riding a bike in a dress!
That is so awesome. You did such a great job!!!
I admire anyone that rides a bike let alone to the grocery store. You are just style’n in that great skirt.
You are so stinking adorable, Lena!! I love your bike, and I love seeing you out and about. I used to ride my bike to work and back (17 miles round trip) every day, but I’ve gotten out of the habit. I need to get back in it – maybe if I had a sweet Huffy I would!! 🙂
I really wish we lived somewhere where I could ride my bike to the store.
I really wish I could remember how to ride a bike! You actually can forget, lol. It looks like you have a lot of fun on yours!
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