Blog of Josh Hall

The Greater Allegheny Passage (GAP) Trail is wonderful. I strung together a bunch of day rides from one point out and then back. It is a gradual elevation increase from the point past Ohiopyle, but it was not noticeable – since I would reverse and experience the same path the other direction. It’s still biking, […]

As I said in the intro post, I had done from my townhouse in Pittsburgh’s Hill District to the Waterfront a long time ago. The Hot Metal Bridge had just been completed. It was a flat ride and interesting to see all the places I’ve only seen from the road. There’s been a lot of […]

Here are the things I’d mention if we were talking in person and you were thinking about doing the trail. Make sure you get your shirts, stickers, and gear from Amanda GAP Trail and C&O merchandise. Do it in the spring, when days are longer and the tunnels are open. Elevations are a thing. Factor […]

Why do they check babies at the airport? More practically, how do they reasonably justify their actions to check babies at the airport as worth while? What are they trying to prevent? What are they really able to prevent? Think about it. A baby is stolen from a hospital or a family. doesn’t matter where. […]

WARNING:  I’m going to go on a bit of a rant about chivalry, gender roles, and social norms.  You may be offended or disagree. One frustration I have is women who complain they aren’t treated “fairly”.  WTF is fair?  If you want to be treated like a man, act like a man.  I absolutely think […]

When Kallie and I had our back windshield broken by some kids while she was at work, she drove it home and I started doing some research on getting it replaced.  In my online search, I found a lot of car windshield replacement services that boasted 24/7 hours.  What I learned though, is that just […]