Astro wrote:
Or two, one on each side.max.patch wrote:
Lihikers can pick up a buddy on his way to work!
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Astro wrote:
Or two, one on each side.max.patch wrote:
Lihikers can pick up a buddy on his way to work!
LIhikers wrote:
naw, I'm only using one pannier, on the right hand side.Astro wrote:
Or two, one on each side.max.patch wrote:
Lihikers can pick up a buddy on his way to work!
LIhikers wrote:
Did the first commute to work today.
I must have been the first one to ever ride a bicycle to this place cause they couldn't believe that anyone would ride 10 miles on a bicycle.
Traffic was pretty much what I expected, heavy.
I'm thinkin to try it again Friday if the forecast is good.
That's not a stupid theory, I've found that to be true too.Bo Peep wrote:
thats great! Dont you feel great when you get to work? Alive and ready to face the world?LIhikers wrote:
Did the first commute to work today.
I must have been the first one to ever ride a bicycle to this place cause they couldn't believe that anyone would ride 10 miles on a bicycle.
Traffic was pretty much what I expected, heavy.
I'm thinkin to try it again Friday if the forecast is good.
I’m so sad that i can’t commute to work anymore. Instead, i get to sit in traffic on the interstate from the damn, perpetual road work.
#idratherbeonabike![]()
One of my stupid theories is that when i consistently ride (rode) to work, the regulars get used to seeing me so they're expecting me and are more careful.
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LIhikers wrote:
Think I'll pass on the pink flamingo
Yesterday I went out and did a leisurely 15 or so miles
And yes there was a stop at a Dunkin Donuts where I ordered my usual medium sized coffee with just milk.
This shop has some outdoor tables so that where I sat while I enjoyed my cup of joe.
The on my way home something funny happened, as I'm riding along the side of the road I hear a cat whistle and some woman yells "nice legs" out the window of her car. I had to laugh, I'm just a fat, old guy on a bike with nothing to look at.
It's too bad that cycling and hiking don't use all the same muscles in the same way.Bo Peep wrote:
I had a 5-6 week interruption in cycling which has really impacted my cycling fitness. I rode 20 miles on Saturday and was the slowest I’ve been in a year or two..had to stop and rest three times.
It’s disappointing.
BUT, on the plus side, I’ve been hiking more than ever and feel pretty strong.
LIhikers wrote:
It's too bad that cycling and hiking don't use all the same muscles in the same way.Bo Peep wrote:
I had a 5-6 week interruption in cycling which has really impacted my cycling fitness. I rode 20 miles on Saturday and was the slowest I’ve been in a year or two..had to stop and rest three times.
It’s disappointing.
BUT, on the plus side, I’ve been hiking more than ever and feel pretty strong.
Dan76 wrote:
You use a good headlight. Had one for several months until it was lifted during a library stop. Should have removed it prior.
LIhikers wrote:
Yesterday I rode my bicycle to work and home with no problems.
Today as I'm wheeling it across a parking lot, on my way to my local bike shop I see the rear wheel has quite a wobble.
The plan was to replace the stem with an adjustable one, to raise the bars a little, but now the rear wheel needs to be trued, or possibly replaced because it's that bad. I don't remember hitting any big holes or bumps, it's a mystery to me.
Traffic Jam wrote:
On your new bike? That doesn’t sound right. They should replace the wheel for free.LIhikers wrote:
Yesterday I rode my bicycle to work and home with no problems.
Today as I'm wheeling it across a parking lot, on my way to my local bike shop I see the rear wheel has quite a wobble.
The plan was to replace the stem with an adjustable one, to raise the bars a little, but now the rear wheel needs to be trued, or possibly replaced because it's that bad. I don't remember hitting any big holes or bumps, it's a mystery to me.
Ewok11 wrote:
...........The problem here isn't even that they can't see me. They can. There is just a massive rift between those who bike and those who drive in this area. Many of those who drive, resent sharing the road with those who bike, so they either pretend they aren't there or intentionally cause them to fall off/wreck or otherwise impede their progress. It's sad too because there are a lot of people here who bike..........
LIhikers wrote:
It's the same thing here on Long Island, most drivers don't know we have a right to use the roadway.On Friday I had someone yell at me "get off the road"Ewok11 wrote:
...........The problem here isn't even that they can't see me. They can. There is just a massive rift between those who bike and those who drive in this area. Many of those who drive, resent sharing the road with those who bike, so they either pretend they aren't there or intentionally cause them to fall off/wreck or otherwise impede their progress. It's sad too because there are a lot of people here who bike..........
Most people never think about bicycling or if they do it's in the context of it's a toy for kids
Most people I know are amazed at the idea of me riding 10 whole miles to work.
It's sad really, why pay to go to a gym if you can exercise for free, unless you need a specific work-out
jimmyjam wrote:
We built this cyber cycling place- I can't believe that people drive to this place to ride stationary bikes in front of a big TV screen so that it looks like they are riding outside. It's retarded!!!!!!LIhikers wrote:
It's the same thing here on Long Island, most drivers don't know we have a right to use the roadway.On Friday I had someone yell at me "get off the road"Most people never think about bicycling or if they do it's in the context of it's a toy for kidsEwok11 wrote:
...........The problem here isn't even that they can't see me. They can. There is just a massive rift between those who bike and those who drive in this area. Many of those who drive, resent sharing the road with those who bike, so they either pretend they aren't there or intentionally cause them to fall off/wreck or otherwise impede their progress. It's sad too because there are a lot of people here who bike..........
Most people I know are amazed at the idea of me riding 10 whole miles to work.
It's sad really, why pay to go to a gym if you can exercise for free, unless you need a specific work-out
LIhikers wrote:
Yesterday I rode my bicycle to work and home with no problems.
Today as I'm wheeling it across a parking lot, on my way to my local bike shop I see the rear wheel has quite a wobble.
The plan was to replace the stem with an adjustable one, to raise the bars a little, but now the rear wheel needs to be trued, or possibly replaced because it's that bad. I don't remember hitting any big holes or bumps, it's a mystery to me.
jimmyjam wrote:
I'm still a daredevil riding the roads but only where the speed limit is 25 mph. Sitting here at Dunkin about a mile from my house by car but a 3 or 4 mile bike ride because I zigzag thru neighborhoods and parking lots.
Ewok11 wrote:
I don't begrudge anyone whatever kind of exercise they're getting, indoor or outdoor.
I'm in Idaho where the whole concept of the "Idaho Stop" started, in a town with bike lanes and still people don't get it.
I tried zigzagging through neighborhoods but man oh man, I always seem to hit trash day. So, regular traffic, plus trashcans, plus street-side parking and it just isn't worth the stress level. I applaud the people who make it work. I also think the city I live in doesn't do a very good job of educating drivers and cyclist alike about the rules of the road.
With walking I get to take the time to enjoy the scenery and I've made several dog friends on my route, which is totally worth it.
LIhikers wrote:
no resentment here, I just don't get it.
and I haven't been sitting at home, I was out bicycling yesterday and hiking today and during the week I'll be bicycle commuting to work
have a good day chief
jimmyjam wrote:
We built this cyber cycling place- I can't believe that people drive to this place to ride stationary bikes in front of a big TV screen so that it looks like they are riding outside. It's retarded!!!!!!
max.patch wrote:
that's crazy!jimmyjam wrote:
We built this cyber cycling place- I can't believe that people drive to this place to ride stationary bikes in front of a big TV screen so that it looks like they are riding outside. It's retarded!!!!!!
i look at the purty girls!
Ewok11 wrote:
I haven't been by here in what feels like forever. New job of three months and I think I'm finally over the jetlag portion of adjusting to the hours. I decided since my commute each direction is only 3.23 miles from door to door that I would start biking or walking most days. I tried biking twice and after way too many people almost running over me and one situation where I had to hastily ditch my bike, I've gone to just walking.
The problem here isn't even that they can't see me. They can. There is just a massive rift between those who bike and those who drive in this area. Many of those who drive, resent sharing the road with those who bike, so they either pretend they aren't there or intentionally cause them to fall off/wreck or otherwise impede their progress. It's sad too because there are a lot of people here who bike.
I'll have to stick to the mountains for my biking. At least when I'm on foot and people still almost run over me, I can get out of the way faster.
One month in to my decision to not drive and I've lost nine pounds, so that's something!
Dan76 wrote:
Suggest ‘owning’ the right turn lane by positioning oneself in the center of the lane. Prior to routinely doing this, I would be squeezed into the curb by an vehicle mirror or by a trailer pulled by a right turning vehicle. I didn’t do this a while back and was brushed by the mirror of a police pickup truck. As the driver clearly violated the state law requiring 3’ of clearance for pedestrians and bicyclists, the officer and I exchanged viewpoints on the matter. The discussion ended when I called for her supervisor and she received a verbal admonishment, but no ticket.
LIhikers wrote:
I've considered doing that, riding the middle of the turn lane, but silly as it sounds, I feel bad about slowing people down.As for state law, I've considered printing it out and carrying it with me on the bicycle.Dan76 wrote:
Suggest ‘owning’ the right turn lane by positioning oneself in the center of the lane. Prior to routinely doing this, I would be squeezed into the curb by an vehicle mirror or by a trailer pulled by a right turning vehicle. I didn’t do this a while back and was brushed by the mirror of a police pickup truck. As the driver clearly violated the state law requiring 3’ of clearance for pedestrians and bicyclists, the officer and I exchanged viewpoints on the matter. The discussion ended when I called for her supervisor and she received a verbal admonishment, but no ticket.
Went to my LBS yesterday to get brake parts for my wife's bike. They told me the rear wheel on my new bike is toast. Now they're going to figure out if it would be cheaper for them to build me a new wheel or to buy a new one. The saga continues. I think I'll have them take the pedals off the Surly so I can use them on my hybrid and commute on that.
jimmyjam wrote:
Well that just flat out sucks. Sorry about your misfortune.LIhikers wrote:
I've considered doing that, riding the middle of the turn lane, but silly as it sounds, I feel bad about slowing people down.As for state law, I've considered printing it out and carrying it with me on the bicycle.Dan76 wrote:
Suggest ‘owning’ the right turn lane by positioning oneself in the center of the lane. Prior to routinely doing this, I would be squeezed into the curb by an vehicle mirror or by a trailer pulled by a right turning vehicle. I didn’t do this a while back and was brushed by the mirror of a police pickup truck. As the driver clearly violated the state law requiring 3’ of clearance for pedestrians and bicyclists, the officer and I exchanged viewpoints on the matter. The discussion ended when I called for her supervisor and she received a verbal admonishment, but no ticket.
Went to my LBS yesterday to get brake parts for my wife's bike. They told me the rear wheel on my new bike is toast. Now they're going to figure out if it would be cheaper for them to build me a new wheel or to buy a new one. The saga continues. I think I'll have them take the pedals off the Surly so I can use them on my hybrid and commute on that.