I was just standing there trying to figure out a way to get through the deep snow when all of sudden Bike Guy came through the foot and half high snowdrifts carrying his bike.
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Bike Guy: Did you see the Bald Eagle fly overhead!
Me: Gee I missed it.
Bike Guy: He's heading toward a flock of Canada Geese.
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Bike Guy: I am going to chase him down!
Me: Okay, go for it, I'll follow you.
We never did see the eagle again.
Seeing someone out on bike in the winter is not too much of a surprise for me but seeing Bike Guy trudge through deep virgin snow on a cold windy day was a surprise.
I thought how can he bike in that snow, but I see the road was cleaned, smart fellow. Sad you couldn't trace the bald eagle, would have loved to see one!
ReplyDeleteTough guy. Your comment look a bit like the comment in the humans of new york blog by Brandon Stanton.
ReplyDeleteThe road is still too slushy for me to be tempted to bring out the two wheels.
ReplyDeleteIt looks like a beautiful snow day.
ReplyDeletenow that's dedication! too bad you guys didn't find the eagle again.
ReplyDeleteHe must be strong and full of energy to keep him warm. Good for him!
ReplyDeleteTwo very striking things - bike guy suddenly appearing out of snowdrifts and the bald eagle that went over both of you. Hope you see the eagle again one day - and be careful in the snow! (though looks like your neck of woods is pretty good with plowing:)
ReplyDeleteHe's brave to be out on a bike. Where could he escape to if he needed to get out of the way in a hurry? Just wondering.
ReplyDeleteLots of bike riders in winter here in the city. Too bad you didn't get to see the Eagle.
ReplyDeleteNo way would I be out on a bike in the conditions we have!
ReplyDeleteI don't think I have ever ridden my bike in the snow. But the good thing is, if you get stuck you can just pick it up and carry it.
ReplyDeleteThose streets look treacherous for bikes and cars both. Yikes!
ReplyDeleteA brave man to go with his bicycle.
ReplyDeleteSo much white! I still miss it though. Hope you are keeping warm.
ReplyDeleteWhat people will do for the thrill of an eagle. But oh, does it look cold!!
ReplyDeleteCycling technology has made cycling in the winter a new game.
ReplyDeletehe's nuts!
ReplyDeleteI wouldn't do it but I would have loved to see an eagle in the city.
ReplyDeleteWe have a few bike guys here too, and I just don't know how they do it!!
ReplyDeleteI admire people who bike in winter weather, esp if they are bird lovers!! Great combination of interests.
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