Someone who saw my Accordioneur patch in a photo in the FB Coffeeneuring group asked whether biking with an accordion was even possible and so I decided to document a combined accordioneuring / coffeeneuring ride.
Here is my full rig. The accordion is in the backback, the french press is in a water bottle cage, and the stove is in the trunk bag. Fingerless gloves are recommended for maximum playing dexterity, though lightweight glove liners can be worn it needed. Many accordionists advise against high visibility clothing since it makes you an easier target, but since there is only infrequently vehicular traffic on the W&OD I figured it was safe to wear the yellow jacket.
Having arrived at my "Coffee Outdoors" location (no coffee shop would allow me in with an accordion), I proceed to heat the water. As an accordionist it is important to handle the flame yourself since your "friends" will tend to light the wrong thing on fire.
Accordionati Rule #8: Bars and accordions shall be carefully matched.
What shall I do while the water is heating? How about a polka?!
Brewing.
What should I do while the coffee is brewing? How about another polka?!
Ahhh, the perfect cup.
Only the best get to wear this patch.
Heading home
Back home and ready for a second cup.
One man's journey into the great outdoors of Washington, DC and its environs.
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