VeloLab, an indoor training center for cyclists ... in New Albany.

I ran into Tim a few months ago at Quills, and he told me all about his project. Then I got busy with outdoor beer events season and completely forgot about it.

As many readers know, I used to do a great deal of bicycling, most of it in the urban area, and often as a commuter, peddling daily in short bursts. In 2010, I rode more than 5,000 kilometers, and never had a trip as long as 40 miles.

The last two years, walking has become the central theme for me when seeking to avoid driving. The plan is to ease back into the saddle next year, in which case VeloLab may well come in handy.

More importantly, an indoor training center has the potential to become a bicyclist's community center ... and it's a rehabbed space. Tim's pushing a lot of buttons, which is the object. Best of luck to VeloLab.

Indoor cycling training center opens in New Albany, by Bill Francis (WDRB)

A Southern Indiana high school teacher has opened an indoor training center for cyclists and it's a place to stay in shape during the upcoming cold winter months.

Tim Harbison has been riding bikes since he was kid. "It's fun to ride your bike, it's great exercise," he says.

He recently opened VeloLab in what was a vacant building at 227 West 7th Street in downtown New Albany.