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Forum: General Cycling Discussion
06-11-24, 12:04 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 140
Posted By indyfabz

Having helped pull off a large “disease ride” for...

Having helped pull off a large “disease ride” for many years, I can say that donations of food and drinks became harder as those types of rides grew in number. There were basically two in my area: ...
Forum: Fifty Plus (50+)
06-11-24, 04:46 AM
Replies: 33
Views: 1,260
Posted By indyfabz

No. :rolleyes:

No. :rolleyes:
Forum: Road Cycling
06-11-24, 04:44 AM
Replies: 4,392
Views: 110,083
Posted By indyfabz

It’s off to the farm later this morning. Tuesday...

It’s off to the farm later this morning. Tuesday it’s open to the public. Wondering if there will be some school field trips.
Forum: Northeast
06-11-24, 04:04 AM
Replies: 3
Views: 80
Posted By indyfabz

If you can handle benign dirt, the Pine Creek...

If you can handle benign dirt, the Pine Creek Trail between Wellsboro, PA and Jersey Shore, PA is nice. There is a hotel in Slate Run. Two night minimum. You could ride north one day and south the...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
06-10-24, 04:41 PM
Replies: 60
Views: 1,212
Posted By indyfabz

He’s full of pearl of wisdom, isn’t he? :rolleyes:

He’s full of pearl of wisdom, isn’t he? :rolleyes:
Forum: Touring
06-10-24, 02:04 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 137
Posted By indyfabz

Nothing wrong with improving/adding to what ACA...

Nothing wrong with improving/adding to what ACA offers. Experience and local knowledge are usually the best.

Along time ago, I proposed a reroute of part of the Atlantic Coast route outside of...
Forum: Touring
06-10-24, 01:48 PM
Replies: 36
Views: 1,336
Posted By indyfabz

I know a guy who is an AK amputee. He’s really...

I know a guy who is an AK amputee. He’s really fast. He also plays hacky sack. Rarely see him since he bought a house and moved out of the ‘hood.
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
06-10-24, 01:39 PM
Replies: 60
Views: 1,212
Posted By indyfabz

I have a loud voice and often have trouble...

I have a loud voice and often have trouble controlling its volume and tone when I am working hard on the bike. Even if I’m not pissed, I can sound like it. That’s why I often give a clearly...
Forum: Road Cycling
06-10-24, 11:21 AM
Replies: 4,392
Views: 110,083
Posted By indyfabz

I saw that on GMA this morning. That’s effed up.

I saw that on GMA this morning. That’s effed up.
Forum: Touring
06-10-24, 07:34 AM
Replies: 1
Views: 88
Posted By indyfabz

From what one can see of Google Maps satellite...

From what one can see of Google Maps satellite view, the old road appears to be paved for at least much of the way.

E.g.:
...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
06-09-24, 08:58 PM
Replies: 51
Views: 1,179
Posted By indyfabz

From what he’s posted, he must drag down the...

From what he’s posted, he must drag down the median household income.
Forum: Road Cycling
06-09-24, 04:53 PM
Replies: 171
Views: 5,144
Posted By indyfabz

Many of our laws are based upon English common...

Many of our laws are based upon English common law.

Some reflect a rejection of English law, like the provision in the Constitution prohibiting involuntary quartering of soldiers in private homes.
Forum: Road Cycling
06-09-24, 10:52 AM
Replies: 171
Views: 5,144
Posted By indyfabz

You have me wondering if the “gay cyclists” part,...

You have me wondering if the “gay cyclists” part, if it exists, is a quote from the complainant. It would be interesting to see the actual document rather than the words of law enforcement.
...
Forum: Road Cycling
06-09-24, 08:15 AM
Replies: 171
Views: 5,144
Posted By indyfabz

In some cases, but in many others, you can...

In some cases, but in many others, you can control things through your behavior. I think many people don’t realize how much trouble they cause for themselves. Trouble that could have been avoided...
Forum: Road Cycling
06-08-24, 09:17 PM
Replies: 171
Views: 5,144
Posted By indyfabz

Where did you get that number? Last figure I saw...

Where did you get that number? Last figure I saw for 2022 was fewer than 800,000.

Interesting place to ride, BTW. I’ve spent 2 weeks there during two separate visits. But don’t go if you don’t...
Forum: Road Cycling
06-08-24, 09:06 PM
Replies: 171
Views: 5,144
Posted By indyfabz

One more reason not to do RAGBRAI, as if I needed...

One more reason not to do RAGBRAI, as if I needed another one. :D
Forum: Road Cycling
06-08-24, 03:02 PM
Replies: 171
Views: 5,144
Posted By indyfabz

I know a guy who was ticketed and told he could...

I know a guy who was ticketed and told he could have been arrested and possibly charged as a sex offender for peeing behind a dumpster at the Wawa in Paoli. (Older store with no restrooms.)
Forum: Road Cycling
06-08-24, 01:52 PM
Replies: 171
Views: 5,144
Posted By indyfabz

Even if they’re different from your mores. Better...

Even if they’re different from your mores. Better way of putting what I wrote above. It can be easy to adapt to your surroundings. And as this incident informs, a lot less of a hassle.

Two...
Forum: Pacific Northwest
06-08-24, 03:56 AM
Replies: 1
Views: 161
Posted By indyfabz

Sounds like a good plan. I’ve been up and back...

Sounds like a good plan. I’ve been up and back down the west slope 3 times and up and down to St. Mary once. Always start at Sprague Creek Campground. Last time I was there (2017), the hosts gave...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
06-07-24, 07:30 PM
Replies: 74
Views: 1,614
Posted By indyfabz

11 years ago I saw a guy on a group ride in Italy...

11 years ago I saw a guy on a group ride in Italy riding a MTB without a front fork. I’m just waiting for that to explode here. Imagine the weight savings.
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
06-07-24, 07:26 PM
Replies: 74
Views: 1,614
Posted By indyfabz

Not with me. However, I am considering ordering...

Not with me. However, I am considering ordering a new triple crankset for a reserve before good ones go completely extinct.
Forum: Touring
06-07-24, 06:03 PM
Replies: 28
Views: 669
Posted By indyfabz

Seems like a risky way to save weight. MSR metal...

Seems like a risky way to save weight. MSR metal bottles come in various sizes. 11, 20 and 30 ounces.
Forum: Touring
06-07-24, 05:58 PM
Replies: 36
Views: 1,336
Posted By indyfabz

I did the GAP fully loaded on 32s as part of a...

I did the GAP fully loaded on 32s as part of a cross-PA tour starting in PGH. The thinking was why go fatter when only the first 150 would be unpaved? I wish I had been riding my normal 37s.
Forum: Road Cycling
06-07-24, 05:48 PM
Replies: 171
Views: 5,144
Posted By indyfabz

I’m sure the line was a takeoff of that. But...

I’m sure the line was a takeoff of that.

But there are swamps in Jersey. There are also cranberry bogs. And a lot of bears for a state of its size and population density. I’ve seen 3 myself.
Forum: Road Cycling
06-07-24, 02:51 PM
Replies: 171
Views: 5,144
Posted By indyfabz

wut

wut
Forum: Road Cycling
06-07-24, 02:08 PM
Replies: 171
Views: 5,144
Posted By indyfabz

In all seriousness…I will say that, before riding...

In all seriousness…I will say that, before riding across the U.S., our group of 12 was told to remember that we would not be at home for the next 3 months and that we should be mindful of the fact...
Forum: Road Cycling
06-07-24, 02:00 PM
Replies: 171
Views: 5,144
Posted By indyfabz

How do you like them apples? :D

How do you like them apples? :D
Forum: Road Cycling
06-07-24, 01:59 PM
Replies: 171
Views: 5,144
Posted By indyfabz

Somewhere in the coal mines of South Jersey. ...

Somewhere in the coal mines of South Jersey.

One of my guilty pleasures.
Forum: Road Cycling
06-07-24, 01:56 PM
Replies: 171
Views: 5,144
Posted By indyfabz

Would it be correct to assume that there is a lot...

Would it be correct to assume that there is a lot of flint stone there?
Forum: Road Cycling
06-07-24, 12:06 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 191
Posted By indyfabz

Wild camping in Italy is generally prohibited. ...

Wild camping in Italy is generally prohibited.

https://off-campers.com/en/blog/wild-camping-in-italy-whats-allowed-and--what-isnt
Forum: Road Cycling
06-07-24, 07:13 AM
Replies: 171
Views: 5,144
Posted By indyfabz

He who is without worn cycling shorts cast the...

He who is without worn cycling shorts cast the first stone.
Forum: Fifty Plus (50+)
06-07-24, 06:42 AM
Replies: 23
Views: 1,011
Posted By indyfabz

Remember these? ...

Remember these?


https://cimg1.ibsrv.net/gimg/bikeforums.net-vbulletin/360x360/now_later_taffy_53779f4d7cdc2927fc1e6b02516c19177de43ce7.jpg
Forum: Road Cycling
06-07-24, 03:40 AM
Replies: 4,392
Views: 110,083
Posted By indyfabz

Today is National Donut Day! America runs on...

Today is National Donut Day! America runs on Dunkin’.
Forum: Road Cycling
06-06-24, 08:45 PM
Replies: 4,392
Views: 110,083
Posted By indyfabz

Finally able to get Netflix after setting up the...

Finally able to get Netflix after setting up the Roku. Surprisingly easy. Well thought out device.
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
06-06-24, 12:43 PM
Replies: 80
Views: 2,373
Posted By indyfabz

Or wrap a pair of fuzzy dice around it.

Or wrap a pair of fuzzy dice around it.
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
06-06-24, 12:40 PM
Replies: 40
Views: 1,484
Posted By indyfabz

There is a BF member who has done Cycle Oregon...

There is a BF member who has done Cycle Oregon several times on a fixie, including one that included a climb up to, the ride around, and a descent from, Crater Lake. Saw him climbing up from Ft....
Forum: Touring
06-06-24, 09:52 AM
Replies: 9
Views: 439
Posted By indyfabz

That looks awesome, too. (I usually grill...

That looks awesome, too. (I usually grill mackerel a couple of times a year.). And so inexpensive.
Forum: Touring
06-06-24, 06:23 AM
Replies: 9
Views: 439
Posted By indyfabz

Stop! You have made me hungry, especially at...

Stop! You have made me hungry, especially at those prices!
Forum: Mid-Atlantic
06-06-24, 03:53 AM
Replies: 3
Views: 140
Posted By indyfabz

French Creek has a pool for swimming in season...

French Creek has a pool for swimming in season after a ride.

There is a Facebook group called Philly Gravel Grinders that lists events.

If you want to come to the city, the Wissahickon has...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
06-05-24, 04:40 PM
Replies: 80
Views: 2,373
Posted By indyfabz

Has anyone asked the obvious question: What does...

Has anyone asked the obvious question: What does it matter if it would bother “me”?
Forum: Advocacy & Safety
06-05-24, 02:39 PM
Replies: 37
Views: 917
Posted By indyfabz

Yeah. How can one factor constitute a “mix”? ...

Yeah. How can one factor constitute a “mix”?

Also, operator error may not be the fault of the “victim”. Once, I was stopped on the shoulder with a group waiting for some stragglers to catch up. ...
Forum: Road Cycling
06-05-24, 02:12 PM
Replies: 4,392
Views: 110,083
Posted By indyfabz

IIRC, they did have kids and wanted DINK3, etc.

IIRC, they did have kids and wanted DINK3, etc.
Forum: Road Cycling
06-05-24, 12:41 PM
Replies: 4,392
Views: 110,083
Posted By indyfabz

There was a recent ruling in Delaware that denied...

There was a recent ruling in Delaware that denied a vanity plate reading “FCANCER”. It was requested by a cancer patient who claimed it was supposed to represent “Fight cancer”.

I remember reading...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
06-05-24, 09:59 AM
Replies: 16
Views: 472
Posted By indyfabz

There are tools to measure cassette wear.

There are tools to measure cassette wear.
Forum: Pacific Northwest
06-05-24, 06:38 AM
Replies: 30
Views: 1,908
Posted By indyfabz

A couple of things: 1.Going to Frenchtown,...

A couple of things:

1.Going to Frenchtown, there is a rideable rec path/sidewalk on the other side of the river from Mullan Rd.

2. The Yaak River Valley is a great ride. Pete Creek Campground,...
Forum: Road Cycling
06-05-24, 06:24 AM
Replies: 4,392
Views: 110,083
Posted By indyfabz

Don’t want to know the gory details. ...

Don’t want to know the gory details.

https://amp.cnn.com/cnn/2024/06/03/us/south-carolina-woman-gored-bison-yellowstone
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
06-05-24, 04:06 AM
Replies: 168
Views: 17,183
Posted By indyfabz

Dang! I thought it sounded familiar.

Dang! I thought it sounded familiar.
Forum: Touring
06-04-24, 09:01 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 191
Posted By indyfabz

Being young helps. :D

Being young helps. :D
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
06-04-24, 08:55 PM
Replies: 44
Views: 1,304
Posted By indyfabz

“Get on your bikes and ride.”—B. May ”I rode...

“Get on your bikes and ride.”—B. May

”I rode my bicycle past your window last night.”—Melanie
Forum: Advocacy & Safety
06-04-24, 07:11 PM
Replies: 43
Views: 993
Posted By indyfabz

I was in Clark Park that afternoon with a friend...

I was in Clark Park that afternoon with a friend when the chopper that dropped the bomb flew over. (Choppers were rare back then.). A bit later, we were sitting on my friend’s steps on 48th & Walton....
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