The Mail-Journal, Volume 29, Number 15, Milford, Kosciusko County, 23 May 1990 — Page 41

Bicycling in the Lakeland area is fun

By STACEY LESCH Staff Writer Bicycling. It can be one of the most relaxing, leisure activities there is, or it can be done with toned thighs and muscular calves in mind. Truly the activity for everyone. With the beautiful scenery offered around the lakes, many families enjoy slow, quite bike rides on the area’s winding roads. For those cyclists wanting to enjoy the summer days on the bike trails touring the Lakeland area, some points of interest worth seeing may be the water side parks of Syracuse, Milford and North Webster, the old Fish Hatchery near Lake Papakeechie, or just viewing the beautiful homes around Indiana’s largest natural lake, Lake Wawasee. Still, rich in history and many built decades ago. many area churches provide wonderful sight-seeing options. Other worth-while sights include an historic landmark of the Continental Divide, located on SR 13 just north of North Webster. Also in North Webster and easily accessible by bicycle, is Indiana’s oldest paddleboat, the

Timely tips for a cool summer

(Continued from page 20) wardrobe. Wear light-colored clothing, preferably in natural cotton. (Synthetics don't “breathe” like natural fibers.) And keep those garments loose — tight, fitted clothing will make you perspire and feel sticky and miserable. • Take a powder — You’ll feel considerably cooler and moore comfortable throughout the day if you dust on talcum powder after your morning shower. Talcum keeps your skin.nice and dry. and gives it a

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Dixie, located on the shores of Lake Webster. Fitness buffs may take a special interest in the hilly roads that wind around Lake Wawasee. The upward climbs are sure to provide a good work-out and tone those lower body muscles. But all bicyclists should take plenty of safety precautions while out and about this, and every, season. For safer, more enjoyable cycling, consider these tips from Bicycling Magazine. • By far. the most important safety device is a sturdy helmet. Choose one that offers maximum protection, is lightweight and adjusts easily, and has good ventilation. For racing, choose a shape that minimizes wind drag. • Don’t rely on the reflectors — standard equipment on bicycles — since they won’t ensure visibility. Clip-on lights run by a battery or generator help make sure motorists will see a bicycle on the road during periods of darkness. • Rear-view mirrors are not standard equipment on bikes but are favored for safety- • Check the tires for cuts in the tire casing or protruding glass or nails before each ride. Using a pump with a built-in tire gauge, be sure your tire is adequately inflated. • Good sunglasses not only block the sun,

smooth, fresh feeling for hours. • Water, water — Never underestimate the relief powers of good old cold water. Run in on your pulse points, splash in on your face and drink plenty of it to cool off your insides. You can even fill a bucket with it and soak your feet — you’ll bee surprised how this cools off your whole body! This summer, be smart and savvy, keep a cool head on your shoulders and don’t forget cool jazz... Noxzema for sunburn ... cotton clothing . . . talcum for apres shower and gallons of delicious cold water.

Wednesday, May 23, 1990 — SUMMER

they also provide protection from airborne objects that can be thrown up by passing vehicles or blowing winds. Use extremely lightweight accessories

- »■’*!»-’' "'W' I I * I I V PEDALING THROUGH LAKELAND — These youngsters recently participated in the Syracuse-Wawasee Rotary Club, Inc. Bike-A-Thon. Because bicycling is a popular activity in the Lakeland area, the Bike-A-Thon seemed like a logical fund-raising event that everyone could participate in. Young, old, and everyone inbetween can take advantage of the spectacular views of Lake Wawasee as they enjoy a quite ride around the paved roadways. But there is much more bicyclists can see and enjoy throughout the Lakeland area. (Photo by Mary Jane Lorton)

styled to keep out of the way when riding. Pumps, cycling bags, water bottle cages, and even cyclocomputers that read pedaling speed.