Welcome to 1×10, where we ask 1 inspiring human 10 questions about how they are using cycling as a force for good. Read on to learn more about Mick Weldon: he likes stray cats, Scrabble, Roxanne, freight trains, and serving food off the back of his bicycle. He describes himself as a human, friend, paint splatterer, T-shirt folder, toilet scrubber & flat tire fixer at Golden Saddle Cyclery. I wanted to highlight Mick because he does this thing called 100 Tacos with his friends; they like to feed people “bicycle powered vegan magic.” He notes that his work is most accurately experienced in the physical world, face to face, over a flaming griddle. He does not have a web site but uses the Instant Gram sometimes (@100tacos). Read on to learn more about Mick and his love of feeding people delicious vegan tacos from his bike! Header photo by John Watson.

1. How / why did you fall in love with cycling?J

On a BMX bike in the woods, falling and laughing. Then it was 4 or 8 wheels for many years, then back on the bike when I realized they are the perfect machines for positive change.

“… I realized they are the perfect machines for positive change.”

2. Favorite bike?

All bikes are beautiful. I would say that I covet functionality and longevity. My most frequently ridden bike is a 30 year-old Miyata…we’ve been through a lot together.

3. What’s the most memorable ride you’ve done, and what happened?

One time I rode from Canada to Mexico, pre-smart phone, with all the “wrong” gear (as I later learned). But I didn’t know any better at the time, and to my limited knowledge – it was perfect.

4. Who do you admire in the cycling world?

I admire regular folks. Anybody out there just doing it. I love seeing people overcome their fears with a bike, which is such an essential tool for personal empowerment.

“I love seeing people overcome their fears with a bike…”

5. Top tip for a new rider, or a cyclist about to take on a new challenge?

Just give it a shot, take it easy, make mistakes, and learn from them. The following times will be even smoother and more enjoyable.

6. Favorite trend or innovation in cycling?

Bigger tires and more comfortable setups means more new people on bicycles, and that’s cool with me.

7. What are you doing to use cycling as a force for good?

I hope that people will see me carrying an entire kitchen with my bike, and reconsider firing up the car just to pick up a loaf of bread or a quart of juice from the market.

“I hope that people will see me carrying an entire kitchen with my bike, and reconsider firing up the car just to pick up a loaf of bread or a quart of juice from the market.”

8. Thinking about the work you’re doing, what do you see as the potential change for people or the planet? If you are successful, what impact will you have?

If more people make responsible choices with their health and the planet in mind, everybody will thrive. I’m not suggesting everyone needs to go full-on wacky vegan like me, but eating less meat and more real foods has only positive effects, both for our bodies and on our environment.

“…eating less meat and more real foods has only positive effects, both for our bodies and on our environment.”

9. What’s your biggest challenge/obstacle to success?

I’m doing my best to not burn out, and carry on while having fun. Each occurrence is a ton of hard work, but people continue to support the project, so I do my best to continue giving them a truly unique & delicious experience.

10. How can people help? Where can they learn more about your work?

Tell a friend, and maybe consider picking up a 100 Tacos souvenir. It keeps the wheels turning, so to speak. Some purchases benefit an organization for peace, equality, or a relief fund.

Come have a taco, and we can talk. If you’d like to know how I cook something, I’d be happy to share with you. Then you can make it at home for yourself & your loved ones.

“Some purchases benefit an organization for peace, equality, or a relief fund.”

Mick Weldon is the creator of 100 Tacos, bicycle powered vegan magic! When he’s not slinging fine vegan tacos from the back of his bike, he can be found slinging sweet 100 Tacos gear with his Sim Works pals and others (he’s actually probably doing both at the same time)!

Edited by John Kim. When he’s not out for a ride, John uses his expertise in Corporate Social Responsibility to help companies do well by doing good. Find him at virtcyc@gmail.com or VirtCyc on twitter or instagram.