My name is Terry Bake. I have had websites since 1998 and started my personal website, www.tbake.com, in 2001 because I used to work in web development. I have developed websites on and off over the past twenty years for friends and family but I have not actualy worked in the field since 2001. I also have issues with my vision, so I have not had a drivers license since 2004. Since that time most of my transportation has occurred on a bicycle. Recently because of my passion for cycling and my desire to share my experiences, I created www.bicycledude.com. I am hoping to "Encouage a life on two wheels" so that others can enjoy cycling as I do.

I love to get out doors. Cycling, camping, hiking, canoeing, backpacking and touring. If it gets me out in the fresh air, I'm there. I have created Bicycle Dude because most of that time is spent on a bicycle. On a bike, I can exercise, I can commute, I can joy ride, I can travel and most of all, I can feel freedom.

I don't claim to know everything about cycling or anything else when it comes to the topics that I hope to cover on this website. I do claim to have some experience that some may find useful. I have used gear, both cheap and expensive, for which I intend to provide reviews. I can provide advise on trying new things "on the cheap". This is because usually I will try the less expensive way to do something before making a big investment on gear that I may not find useful. I also have learned a lot regarding cycling laws and travelling by bicycle from both experience and classes.

I hope that you will find this website useful and hopefully contribute to its content.

Sincerely,

Terry