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Happy Independence Day to all of our American Potatoes! We had a lot of pedaling happening on this holiday and it yielded us 6 new official potatoes. Backpack Potato was just too darn hot “ugh” – but still has a magnet with 180.0 miles. Mythical Patata also crossed the finish line with 114.9 miles andContinue reading “Happy 4th of July!”

That’s right – five more of you rockin’ spuds crossed the finish line today. Magnets all around! You be YAmeen was out riding with other potato heads that have become friends (that’s what we like to hear) and reached 118.02 miles. Marshmallow Fluff Potato is also finished for another magnet with 106.3 miles. As reportedContinue reading “Day 5 & 5 more Official Taters”

Bandit Yam picked a wonderful day for an early morning ride in the Northern Neck, 70 degrees and a very light wind bringing him over the finish line. He’s our second official potato, with 102.3 miles. Congrats!! Chip-n-Dale, Backpack Potato, Surfin’ Spud, Marshmallow Fluff Potato, and Fo’Fanna Potato are all within 30 miles of theContinue reading “And then there were TWO”

We have our first official potato today! Decapotato tells us he’s successfully starting his week – yep, by finishing off his 100 miles. He is our first official potato with 103.46 miles and a new magnet. Backpack Potato, Surfin’ Spud, and Chip-n-Dale are all less than 30 miles away!! Potato Happenings Chip-n-Dale rode from UnionContinue reading “Our First Official Tater”

Day 2 is done for most of us and the potatoes are showing up! The heat is trying to win but potatoes are finding their way around it – stationary bikes to the rescue! Potato Happenings Staying in, out of the heat, Spudly took a cue from Yogatato and rode the Peloton in air conditionedContinue reading “Day 2 and Almost 2000 Miles”

Le Tour de Couch Potato, edition 14 is off and running. We had a little glitch this morning with logging miles so if you had an issue, please retry – all is fixed. There are already a bunch of potatoes on the road – 24 pedaling so far – and enjoying the heat (or notContinue reading “And They’re Off”

The day we’ve all been waiting for is finally here — Le Tour de Couch Potato starts today! It’s time to saddle up, pedal with passion, and embark on this exciting virtual ride. Whether you’re a seasoned rider or joining us for the first time, we’re thrilled to have you with us. Today marks theContinue reading “The Grand Depart is Today!”

Hello, Couch Potatoes! The excitement is building, and the countdown is almost over! Our Grand Depart is just 5 days away, and we can’t wait to kick off another amazing edition of Le Tour de Couch Potato. If you haven’t registered yet, now is the time to do it! How to Register It’s super easy!Continue reading “Our Grand Depart in Just 5 Days!”

Hello, Couch Potatoes! The countdown is on! With just two weeks left until the start of Le Tour de Couch Potato, now is the perfect time to secure your spot in this year’s virtual ride. Registration is open, and we’re already seeing an incredible turnout – over 170 participants! Don’t miss your chance to beContinue reading “Only Two Weeks Left to Register!”

Ladies and gentlemen, boys and girls, and all pedaling potatoes, gather ’round! It’s the time of year when we hop on our two-wheelers and set sail on the greatest cycling adventure ever. No, not the Tour de France. Please, that’s for over-caffeinated, spandex-clad professionals with more time than sense. We’re talking about our very own,Continue reading “Registration is Open”