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Apothecus Member (Idle past 2438 days) Posts: 275 From: CA USA Joined: |
Actually what you are looking at is a bike lane on a rail trail. Ah, I see that now. Should have used a little power of perspective, in that no respectable automobile would have fit to the right of that broken line. We also have a nice long rail line in this area (60 miles), and it's a beautiful ride, called "The Woebegon Trail". Too bad I can't stand Garrison Keillor. It's not that his radio show sucks (at least not all the time), but that his voice just drones on and on until I inadvertently nod off. So no Prairie Home Companion in the car for this Minnesotan...
I find flags work too, especially if they lean to the left. I'll check to see if my local bike shop has flags, and if they're sorted as to political affiliation. I assume left leaning flags are taxed at a higher rate... Oh, add another 20 miles for this morning for me. Thanks. Have a good one. "My own suspicion is that the Universe is not only queerer than we suppose, but queerer than we can suppose. J.B.S Haldane 1892-1964
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Theodoric Member Posts: 9197 From: Northwest, WI, USA Joined: Member Rating: 3.2 |
I am a firm believer in personal responsibility. I was over the limit. I know I was. I shouldn't have been driving. It is what it is. The police were doing their job. I am not going to claim they were incompetent. I am going to live with what I have done and not fight it.
Facts don't lie or have an agenda. Facts are just facts
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RAZD Member (Idle past 1433 days) Posts: 20714 From: the other end of the sidewalk Joined: |
That's great,
Oh, add another 20 miles for this morning for me. Thanks. 2835.5 - 20 = 2815.5 miles to go.
I'll check to see if my local bike shop has flags, and if they're sorted as to political affiliation. I assume left leaning flags are taxed at a higher rate... There are two kinds - one fastens to the axle and sticks up, the other fastens to a cross member and folds out horiontal, this kind is solid plastic with reflectors on it. This makes the bike appear wider. The first kind also comes in sectional models so you don't have to use the full length (if you want to reduce wind drag). Safety Wing | Urban Velo Enjoy. we are limited in our ability to understand
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RAZD Member (Idle past 1433 days) Posts: 20714 From: the other end of the sidewalk Joined: |
Welcome aboard Theodoric
I have a Giant Kronos it is over 20 years old, but it was a good bike in its time. It is in the shop now being tuned up. I haven't ridden it in 8 years so I told them to go over everything. You might also want to look at a new seat - they have some new designs that improve comfort. Get an odometer, and then you can track progress on any goals you set yourself. I have two Giants (the mountain bike in the picture is a Sedona and the other is an Innova) plus a Raleigh Grand Prix 10-speed that is 30+ years old. Enjoy. we are limited in our ability to understand
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purpledawn Member (Idle past 3485 days) Posts: 4453 From: Indiana Joined: |
While on vacation last week I rode 4.5 miles on the stationary.
Hopefully my neighbor and I will get the real bikes out in the next week or so and give you some more miles. Mine will still be piddly compared to most, but every little bit helps, right? Take Care
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RAZD Member (Idle past 1433 days) Posts: 20714 From: the other end of the sidewalk Joined: |
Hi purpledawn, thanks.
While on vacation last week I rode 4.5 miles on the stationary. Mine will still be piddly compared to most, but every little bit helps, right? Right on! 2815.5 - 4.5 = 2811.0 miles to go. Edited by RAZD, : corrected we are limited in our ability to understand
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Huntard Member (Idle past 2323 days) Posts: 2870 From: Limburg, The Netherlands Joined: |
RAZD writes:
It's only half a mile, but she did say she rode 4.5 miles. 2815.5 - 4 = 2811.5 miles to go. So it's actually only 2811 miles to go.
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RAZD Member (Idle past 1433 days) Posts: 20714 From: the other end of the sidewalk Joined: |
oops
corrected thanks
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Theodoric Member Posts: 9197 From: Northwest, WI, USA Joined: Member Rating: 3.2 |
Well I got my bike back from the shop today. Unfortunately, it was sans the new seat I ordered. I guess they are expecting the seat in later today, so I will pick it up next week.
I decided to give it a quick spin around the block. Well the block is 5.5 miles through the rolling hills of the Wisconsin lake country. I survived. Butt is a little sore, so I am looking forward to that new seat. Put me down for 5.5 miles. Here is a pic of the antique. If memory serves me right I bought it in 1989 or 1990.
ABEI am planning on riding it tomorrow morning to the elementary school I volunteer at. It is 5 miles each way. Could be fun. Could be a challenge. Edited by Theodoric, : No reason given.
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RAZD Member (Idle past 1433 days) Posts: 20714 From: the other end of the sidewalk Joined: |
Well done, Theodoric,
Well I got my bike back from the shop today. Unfortunately, it was sans the new seat I ordered. ... I survived. Butt is a little sore, so I am looking forward to that new seat. Padded cycling shorts help too.
I am planning on riding it tomorrow morning to the elementary school I volunteer at. It is 5 miles each way. Could be fun. Could be a challenge. Keep us posted. I've added a loop through a park on the way home that adds a couple of miles to my ride. Then I have the option of going a little passed home on the trail ... maybe next week. Enjoy. we are limited in our ability to understand
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Apothecus Member (Idle past 2438 days) Posts: 275 From: CA USA Joined: |
Awesome, Theodoric!
I find that, like RAZD said, padded shorts are a must. Even with the shorts, my butt and inner thighs need some conditioning bruising for the first few rides. But then the "calluses" build up and you're good to go, at least until mileage increases. But those first rides: YOWCH! Nice bike, BTW. Enjoy your vacation from the combustion engine. Have a good one. "My own suspicion is that the Universe is not only queerer than we suppose, but queerer than we can suppose. J.B.S Haldane 1892-1964
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Apothecus Member (Idle past 2438 days) Posts: 275 From: CA USA Joined: |
Chalk me up for two more rides, 40 miles total.
Duathlon Saturday.
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RAZD Member (Idle past 1433 days) Posts: 20714 From: the other end of the sidewalk Joined: |
Thanks Apothecus,
Message 26 I find that, like RAZD said, padded shorts are a must. Even with the shorts, my butt and inner thighs need some conditioning bruising for the first few rides. But then the "calluses" build up and you're good to go, at least until mileage increases. Yeah the first few rides are tough on your ... ... but you get used to it.
Duathlon Saturday. Good luck. Enjoy. we are limited in our ability to understand
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Jumped Up Chimpanzee Member (Idle past 4970 days) Posts: 572 From: UK Joined: |
It's summer. I've got my bike out. Kicked off with a 7 mile loosener today.
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RAZD Member (Idle past 1433 days) Posts: 20714 From: the other end of the sidewalk Joined: |
Glad you jumped up, Chimpanzee.
Re: 2765.5 - 7 = 2758.5 miles to go. Enjoy. we are limited in our ability to understand
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