I've lived in the Boise, Idaho area for many years and have been car-free since July 2021. Boise and the greater Treasure Valley have challenges regarding the cycling infrastructure.  The Boise greenbelt and Hill Road are wonderful cycling areas, but other parts of the valley are less than adequate (In my opinion).

A long-time cycling advocate in the Boise area is the Boise Bicycle Project. This weekend they are hosting “Open Streets Boise”. They will be transforming a part of Boise into a car-free event where participants can interact with other cyclists and pedestrians while enjoying all the festivities! There will be local art, food, music and more!
The date is September 22nd from 12-5 PM on Latah street on the Boise Bench.
For more information, visit the Boise Bicycle Project Website.

With the forecast calling for highs between 105 and 110 this weekend, I took an early morning bike ride to take care of some errands before it got too hot.

My first stop was the Post Office to check my mailbox. While there, I had a lovely conversation with a gentleman cleaning the lobby.

From there, I went to the bank to get some cash. After the worldwide IT issues a couple of days earlier, I want a backup should something similar occur again.

Then, it was on to the grocery store. I came across a family standing outside their vehicle that had broken down. They were trying to push it out of the roadway, and I stopped to help them. I jokingly told one of them that I would keep my bike. She noticed my panniers and asked if I use my bike to get groceries. I told her I was going to the grocery store and mentioned that this month marks three years since I've owned a car. She had a puzzled look on her face and replied, "Really?" We talked for 5 minutes, wished each other well, and I continued to the store.

After getting a few things, I headed back home. All along my ride, I was saying good morning to people out for a walk and waiving to several other cyclists out to get a ride in before the heat set in.
What a fantastic way to begin my day and all before 7:00 AM!

As you'll see by ride map, I only went slightly over 7 miles. This goes to prove that even a short ride can have an amazing impact on your day, life and perhaps someone else too!

Spring fever has definitely hit me! It's been around 70 for the past 3 days and riding my e-bike has been such a blast! 
Having conversations with people along the Greenbelt...pedestrians, cyclists and people outside spending time with their pups! 
Idaho and Cycling - A Great Match!