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Forum: Road Cycling
09-14-24, 09:23 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 186
Posted By Chistophe516

Hmm..okay. Just have to create a YouTube...

Hmm..okay. Just have to create a YouTube channel. But That shouldn't be too hard.
Forum: Road Cycling
09-14-24, 09:03 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 186
Posted By Chistophe516

Ride videos

I am only beginning to actively get back into cycling, since the beginning of Covid. I like to post my ride videos. But, Is there a site, other than a social media platform? Where I can post them.
Forum: Advocacy & Safety
09-05-24, 08:44 PM
Replies: 32
Views: 1,553
Posted By Chistophe516

Exactly, you weren't. I am no wannabe fiction...

Exactly, you weren't. I am no wannabe fiction writer.



In this case,'taking the the lane' AFAP(As Fast As Possible) was the only safe thing to do. None of the traffic in the middle lane would...
Forum: Advocacy & Safety
09-05-24, 07:48 PM
Replies: 32
Views: 1,553
Posted By Chistophe516

You try being in front of a 20T fire engine that...

You try being in front of a 20T fire engine that is 8-10ft. wide(wider than 6' travel lanes), and on a call.



Hmm... Let me go through your list of pompous remarks.

They were.

I wasn't...
Forum: Advocacy & Safety
09-04-24, 01:10 AM
Replies: 14
Views: 4,254
Posted By Chistophe516

The date on that article is 01/31/2023. He was...

The date on that article is 01/31/2023. He was one of 412 inmates released that day.
Forum: Advocacy & Safety
09-04-24, 12:45 AM
Replies: 32
Views: 1,553
Posted By Chistophe516

Are you serious? Read this: Fire truck weight...

Are you serious? Read this: Fire truck weight (https://firefighternow.com/how-much-do-fire-trucks-weigh-a-detailed-comparison/)
"Fire trucks weigh 19 to 30 tons, which is approximately 38,000 to...
Forum: Advocacy & Safety
08-23-24, 01:18 PM
Replies: 32
Views: 1,553
Posted By Chistophe516

I actually contemplated going into the middle...

I actually contemplated going into the middle lane(6-lane divided 40mph road). But, While I would be letting the Fire truck by. The traffic behind it, would not have let me back into the outside lane.
Forum: Advocacy & Safety
08-23-24, 01:10 PM
Replies: 32
Views: 1,553
Posted By Chistophe516

Since I was in the outside lane of northbound...

Since I was in the outside lane of northbound traffic during PM-Rush. The nearest 'right-turn' that I could make safely, w/o crashing. Was a 1/4mi. down the road. There were plenty of business...
Forum: Advocacy & Safety
08-23-24, 01:57 AM
Replies: 32
Views: 1,553
Posted By Chistophe516

This reminded me, of when. A fire truck was...

This reminded me, of when. A fire truck was behind me, on a call. I called the fire department after I got home. To tell them why I couldn't get out of the way. They were receptive to my reason.
Forum: Advocacy & Safety
08-20-24, 09:24 PM
Replies: 78
Views: 5,076
Posted By Chistophe516

Until the helmet has a hard impact, with a hard...

Until the helmet has a hard impact, with a hard surface. I would say you can still use it.
Forum: Advocacy & Safety
08-18-24, 08:34 AM
Replies: 9
Views: 688
Posted By Chistophe516

I didn't realize that, until you mentioned...

I didn't realize that, until you mentioned it.:thumb:
Forum: Advocacy & Safety
07-25-24, 05:01 PM
Replies: 32
Views: 2,812
Posted By Chistophe516

This reminds me of 1981. I was 14. I was making...

This reminds me of 1981. I was 14. I was making a right-turn, trying to avoid several parked cars, when. The vehicle behind me. Decided to try and pass me in the turn. I ended up under her car,...
Forum: Advocacy & Safety
07-25-24, 04:53 PM
Replies: 78
Views: 5,076
Posted By Chistophe516

After a crash, I definitely would.

After a crash, I definitely would.
Forum: Advocacy & Safety
07-25-24, 04:49 PM
Replies: 50
Views: 2,284
Posted By Chistophe516

Look at protection ratings, not what is available...

Look at protection ratings, not what is available on Amazon.
Forum: Advocacy & Safety
06-21-24, 08:25 PM
Replies: 62
Views: 5,179
Posted By Chistophe516

Same here.

Same here.
Forum: Advocacy & Safety
06-21-24, 12:34 AM
Replies: 62
Views: 5,179
Posted By Chistophe516

This is more than a hit-n-run. Because the...

This is more than a hit-n-run. Because the driver ran over one of the cyclists. While it wouldn't qualify for ATTEMPTED MURDER. It could certainly meet the standard for FELONIOUS ASSAULT.
Forum: Advocacy & Safety
06-09-24, 04:18 PM
Replies: 78
Views: 5,076
Posted By Chistophe516

It may seem wasteful, but. Getting a new helmet....

It may seem wasteful, but. Getting a new helmet. Every time it takes a hit. Because the safety is compromised.
Forum: Advocacy & Safety
06-09-24, 04:12 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 909
Posted By Chistophe516

Yes, I definitely agree.

Yes, I definitely agree.
Forum: Advocacy & Safety
06-09-24, 03:58 PM
Replies: 16
Views: 1,792
Posted By Chistophe516

Considering its' Florida. I somehow doubt that. ...

Considering its' Florida. I somehow doubt that. He will get more than a suspension.
Forum: Advocacy & Safety
06-03-24, 03:12 PM
Replies: 52
Views: 7,499
Posted By Chistophe516

Ditto!!! I got back yesterday, from visiting...

Ditto!!!

I got back yesterday, from visiting relatives for a week, who are just outside of Charleston(SC). The road conditions were much lighter than what I am used to. No being hassled by the...
Forum: Advocacy & Safety
05-15-24, 02:36 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 894
Posted By Chistophe516

There are things, potentially far more expensive....

There are things, potentially far more expensive. That lack the versatility of a bike camera.
A GoPro Hero 12 on GoPro's website depending on which package you want:...
Forum: Advocacy & Safety
05-13-24, 10:48 AM
Replies: 11
Views: 894
Posted By Chistophe516

It was a safe assumption. I hadn't done it...

It was a safe assumption. I hadn't done it since, before the start of the pandemic. I didn't the firmware update last night.
Forum: Advocacy & Safety
05-12-24, 10:21 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 894
Posted By Chistophe516

I am getting back on the bike, after an accident...

I am getting back on the bike, after an accident in February. It was the first time I had been back on the bike, since the beginning of Covid.
Forum: Advocacy & Safety
05-12-24, 11:38 AM
Replies: 11
Views: 894
Posted By Chistophe516

I figured out why batteries weren't recharging. ...

I figured out why batteries weren't recharging. Because the USB was not properly connected to the Dual Battery Recharger, but. I still am curious about the firmware. Also the main software for the...
Forum: Advocacy & Safety
05-11-24, 09:47 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 894
Posted By Chistophe516

Bike Camera

Mods, Please move this to the appropriate forum if, A&S isn't it.

I have a GoPro Hero4. Does anyone know if I can update the firmware or, do I have to buy a new bike camera. I am not keen on the...
Forum: Advocacy & Safety
03-15-24, 08:35 PM
Replies: 231
Views: 18,445
Posted By Chistophe516

Rest In Peace

Rest In Peace
Forum: Advocacy & Safety
03-09-24, 12:35 AM
Replies: 236
Views: 15,611
Posted By Chistophe516

Both, the cyclist, and a motorcyclist, ran the...

Both, the cyclist, and a motorcyclist, ran the red. They are both lucky it wasn't fatal.
Forum: Advocacy & Safety
03-07-24, 05:28 PM
Replies: 46
Views: 3,894
Posted By Chistophe516

Ditto

Ditto
Forum: Advocacy & Safety
02-24-24, 11:22 AM
Replies: 74
Views: 4,743
Posted By Chistophe516

Exactly why I don't ride in bike lanes.

Exactly why I don't ride in bike lanes.
Forum: Advocacy & Safety
02-23-24, 10:11 PM
Replies: 46
Views: 3,894
Posted By Chistophe516

I was hit from behind once. I was in the dual...

I was hit from behind once. I was in the dual turn lane, that was positioned in the middle of a four-lane 40mph road. It was PM-Rush. I got out of the southbound thru lane, thinking I would be...
Forum: Advocacy & Safety
02-23-24, 09:54 PM
Replies: 74
Views: 4,743
Posted By Chistophe516

Just stay out of the 'door zone'.

Just stay out of the 'door zone'.
Forum: Advocacy & Safety
02-21-24, 01:38 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 798
Posted By Chistophe516

I am glad she survived.:thumb:

I am glad she survived.:thumb:
Forum: Advocacy & Safety
02-21-24, 12:59 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 798
Posted By Chistophe516

Mountain bikers be careful

Cougar attacks group of mountain bikers (https://www.cnn.com/2024/02/18/us/cougar-attack-washington-bikers/index.html)

This may have already been mentioned. Thankfully, While one biker was...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
02-21-24, 12:48 PM
Replies: 41
Views: 1,691
Posted By Chistophe516

Thanks for all the input.:thumb:

Thanks for all the input.:thumb:
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
02-21-24, 12:38 AM
Replies: 41
Views: 1,691
Posted By Chistophe516

Ah, ok That's just what I think of them...

Ah, ok


That's just what I think of them as.


Good point.
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
02-20-24, 04:36 PM
Replies: 41
Views: 1,691
Posted By Chistophe516

Bike racing shorts

Mods please move this to the appropriate forum.

I don't race, but. I do wear racing shorts because they are more comfortable. Casual everyday shorts left me feeling sore in the saddle. My...
Forum: Advocacy & Safety
01-25-24, 06:09 PM
Replies: 19
Views: 1,568
Posted By Chistophe516

I have had the GoPro Hero 4, since it came...

I have had the GoPro Hero 4, since it came out.(hey are up to the 12 now)
Forum: Advocacy & Safety
01-09-24, 05:55 PM
Replies: 29
Views: 2,993
Posted By Chistophe516

I won't mention specific manufacturers of...

I won't mention specific manufacturers of lights', or the placement of lights. But I will tell you what I do.

I have four headlights'. That I rotate: 1-600 Lumens; 2-750 Lumens; 1-950 Lumens.
...
Forum: Advocacy & Safety
12-29-23, 02:14 PM
Replies: 64
Views: 4,114
Posted By Chistophe516

Never bike in NYC, but. The problem with...

Never bike in NYC, but. The problem with expansion joints is just as bad elsewhere.
Forum: Advocacy & Safety
12-28-23, 10:35 PM
Replies: 64
Views: 4,114
Posted By Chistophe516

Ah, Ok

Ah, Ok
Forum: Advocacy & Safety
12-28-23, 09:23 PM
Replies: 64
Views: 4,114
Posted By Chistophe516

Can't listen to video. Because my Audio Output...

Can't listen to video. Because my Audio Output is afoul, BUT. Do you mean like the GW bridge in NYC?
Forum: Advocacy & Safety
12-28-23, 03:52 PM
Replies: 22
Views: 1,774
Posted By Chistophe516

If you can't see traffic coming from both...

If you can't see traffic coming from both directions, don't enter the lane.
Forum: Advocacy & Safety
12-28-23, 03:45 PM
Replies: 64
Views: 4,114
Posted By Chistophe516

Steel deck like a draw bridge?

Steel deck like a draw bridge?
Forum: Advocacy & Safety
12-27-23, 05:34 PM
Replies: 64
Views: 4,114
Posted By Chistophe516

My point was, in respect to 'taking the lane'...

My point was, in respect to 'taking the lane' and, how the driver mistook the turn lane, at the red light, as a thru lane.
Forum: Advocacy & Safety
12-27-23, 03:07 PM
Replies: 64
Views: 4,114
Posted By Chistophe516

If that is only verbal, yet. Not in the traffic...

If that is only verbal, yet. Not in the traffic code. Then it can't be applied.
Forum: Advocacy & Safety
12-27-23, 01:49 PM
Replies: 64
Views: 4,114
Posted By Chistophe516

For me, I only have memories of what happened,...

For me, I only have memories of what happened, and where. But I don't have flashbacks to the particular incident, like it causing sleepless nights. When 'taking the lane', the only time I was...
Forum: Advocacy & Safety
12-24-23, 02:20 PM
Replies: 64
Views: 4,114
Posted By Chistophe516

By riding in a driver's blind spot, it is an...

By riding in a driver's blind spot, it is an invitation for an accident. Riding on trails n' off-road path is something you are willing to do, I am not. Almost a decade ago. I participated in a...
Forum: Advocacy & Safety
12-24-23, 12:02 PM
Replies: 64
Views: 4,114
Posted By Chistophe516

Correct, No they don't, but. ATST that they may...

Correct, No they don't, but. ATST that they may regard cyclists' on the road, as an eyesore, an annoyance. By riding in the traffic lane(along with being well-lit and wearing hi-vis attire),...
Forum: Advocacy & Safety
12-24-23, 02:25 AM
Replies: 64
Views: 4,114
Posted By Chistophe516

If you want to ride on the road reactively,...

If you want to ride on the road reactively, instead of proactively, that is up to you. But, That means', you will always' be in a driver's blind spot. Because, You basically are saying, every...
Forum: Advocacy & Safety
12-23-23, 08:47 PM
Replies: 64
Views: 4,114
Posted By Chistophe516

When necessary, is just as ambiguous as, 'as...

When necessary, is just as ambiguous as, 'as close as practicable to the right-hand side of the road'. Both are up to the judgment of the cyclist. A cyclist is legally defined as a vehicle in many...
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