Originally Posted by WhyFi
(Post 21056401)
You know, with that kind of commute, you might want to look in to a pedal assist bike. :innocent:
I jest, but actually... I'd strongly consider it if I were in the same position. |
An electric car would be a good excuse to expand the roof PV array and put in some storage, if we don't move when we retire.
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Originally Posted by rjones28
(Post 21056416)
I know a couple of people that use e-bikes for their commute.
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Originally Posted by MoAlpha
(Post 21056426)
An electric car would be a good excuse to expand the roof PV array and put in some storage, if we don't move when we retire.
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Originally Posted by WhyFi
(Post 21056435)
We love our Tesla battery, even if it rarely comes in to play. If we lived someplace with peak/off-peak electric pricing, it'd be even more betterer.
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Originally Posted by WhyFi
(Post 21056401)
You know, with that kind of commute, you might want to look in to a pedal assist bike. :innocent:
I jest, but actually... I'd strongly consider it if I were in the same position. My youngest will be graduating HS next year, so I may reconsider commuting. |
Originally Posted by MoAlpha
(Post 21056449)
We considered a propane generator, back when our local utility was scandalously unreliable and then looked into storage when we installed the PVs, but decided it wasn't worth it. Our consumption is now about net zero and we never used enough juice to qualify for variable pricing.
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Originally Posted by datlas
(Post 21056464)
Commuting on my bike is always a consideration. About 6 years ago I was riding in 2 days/week. But there is more and more traffic between work and home, and I can't completely avoid some busy roads, plus with the kids at home my presence is helpful in the morning and evening.
My youngest will be graduating HS next year, so I may reconsider commuting. |
Originally Posted by WhyFi
(Post 21056486)
Just curious, but how much time does driving save you vs riding? Way back when I commuted, it was about a wash between cycling vs subway, but cycling was so much more pleasant that I would have happily biked even if it took longer. To me, dealing with traffic when driving is even more stressful/frustrating, so I'd be looking for an excuse to ride, instead.
There is probably another 10 minutes extra time for changing etc. with the bike. So it's roughly an hour extra by bike. |
Originally Posted by datlas
(Post 21056524)
It depends, but broadly speaking door-to-door by car is 15 minutes and by bike is 40 minutes.
There is probably another 10 minutes extra time for changing etc. with the bike. So it's roughly an hour extra by bike. |
T.G.i.F.
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We have a receptacle at the inverter, to plug into when the grid is down and the sun is shining. They tell us it's there to keep the fridge going, but we run extension cords all over the house. The Mrs. needs her internet.
These days, with thunderstorms in the area almost every day, it appears as if there is a system in place to cut grid power as the storm approaches. I am being kind here. But the grid does shut down, or flicker at least, as the storm passes through. Every day. |
Originally Posted by indyfabz
(Post 21056557)
T.G.i.F.
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Originally Posted by WhyFi
(Post 21056527)
Yeah, that's pretty significant, 'specially with the morning shuffle/chaos of family life.
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Originally Posted by seedsbelize
(Post 21056565)
As far as riding goes, the roads on my routes are much calmer during the week than on weekends. Just the opposite of when I lived in the US. We have virtually zero extraneous traffic which is not involved with going to work or returning home. Between 8:30 AM and 4PM I have the roads to myself.
And from the event's website: "Electric bikes and electric, pedal-assist bikes are permitted at Free Streets with the understanding that they are ridden responsibly and safely along the route with consideration to all cyclists, pedestrians, and Free Streets participants. It is encouraged that cyclists turn off any electric assistance unless necessary when riding and limit speed to 15 mph." |
Originally Posted by LesterOfPuppets
(Post 21056020)
no grits
in corn country sad |
Originally Posted by datlas
(Post 21056285)
Good news: Epic Ride planned with my friends for tomorrow morning. Looks like a great route.
Bad news: Weather forecast (as of now) says heavy thunderstorms tomorrow morning. I hope that changes. |
Originally Posted by BillyD
(Post 21056798)
Morning t-storms are very unusual.
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Originally Posted by MoAlpha
(Post 21056426)
An electric car would be a good excuse to expand the roof PV array and put in some storage, if we don't move when we retire.
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Hey @WhyFi, what's the Weekend 25K Post Party plan??
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I have zero interest in electric-anything, even though my preferred 4Runners never exceed 19 mpg. Big petrol can rely on me. :50:
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To answer the question: dunno. |
Originally Posted by rjones28
(Post 21056416)
I know a couple of people that use e-bikes for their commute.
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Originally Posted by datlas
(Post 21056285)
Good news: Epic Ride planned with my friends for tomorrow morning. Looks like a great route.
Bad news: Weather forecast (as of now) says heavy thunderstorms tomorrow morning. I hope that changes. WTH? Did I miss that this morning or have things changed since then? |
Originally Posted by indyfabz
(Post 21056608)
I am still off the bike, which is a shame because tomorrow is Free Streets. A multi-mile stretch of a major city street not that far from my house will be closed to cars between 8 a.m. and 1 p.m. It's a chance to see parts of the city I otherwise avoid. Last year there was a great DJ on one block spinning some ol' skool jams I had not heard in ages. The Philly Phanatic was also running around.
And from the event's website: "Electric bikes and electric, pedal-assist bikes are permitted at Free Streets with the understanding that they are ridden responsibly and safely along the route with consideration to all cyclists, pedestrians, and Free Streets participants. It is encouraged that cyclists turn off any electric assistance unless necessary when riding and limit speed to 15 mph." |
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