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02-17-24, 04:52 PM
Replies: 16
Views: 985
Posted By vol

My understand of the comment you quoted was (at...

My understand of the comment you quoted was (at least it's my thought, too) that some of those UES residents protesting against the installation of bike lanes regard themselves as upper/elite class,...
01-08-24, 01:23 PM
Replies: 16
Views: 985
Posted By vol

This is what I think is the case. Maybe I posted...

This is what I think is the case. Maybe I posted too much about that accident, but it's upon reading about that accident that I learned about the neighborhood rejection of bike lanes, which is the...
01-07-24, 03:16 PM
Replies: 16
Views: 985
Posted By vol

Upper East Side Manhattan residents banning bike lanes because they think it's unsafe

The other day I saw a ghost bike on east 85th street near Madison avenue that seemed to be a relatively recent sight, so I did a search and found out a 28-yr old woman on Citi-bike was killed there...
12-22-23, 03:45 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 394
Posted By vol

CORRECTION: It's on 7th Avenue, not Broadway. ...

CORRECTION: It's on 7th Avenue, not Broadway.

South bound, on the left side (east side) of the 7th avenue, from 46th to 43rd street. I passed there again and took pictures, see attached.
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11-19-23, 08:18 PM
Replies: 16
Views: 911
Posted By vol

Not fog, but once during a winter, few minutes...

Not fog, but once during a winter, few minutes after I got on the bike to go to work, I saw snow flurries coming down, dense enough to affect visibility. I got off the bike, went home and took public...
11-18-23, 04:00 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 394
Posted By vol

Times Square raised bike lane 43rd~45th st. Broadway South bound

I happened to be riding in Times Square today (would avoid it at all cost but somehow ended up there). On Broadway between 43rd and 45th street, the bike lane South bound is raised, with a steep...
09-17-23, 12:26 AM
Replies: 97
Views: 5,993
Posted By vol

Intentional fatal hit and run by car thief, filmed by his passenger

This is one of the most outrageous hit and run I've read about.

A retired police chief riding bike apparently on the far side of the road was murdered by a 17 year old who drove one of his stolen...
Forum: Northeast
06-27-23, 05:47 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 919
Posted By vol

Can I walk the bike into the Port Authority terminal or Penn station?

Are we allowed to bring bike into Port Authority terminal buildings on 8th ave? I'm going there to buy tickets and don't feel like lock it out of view in that part of the city. I assume it's allowed.
10-31-21, 08:44 PM
Replies: 95
Views: 10,778
Posted By vol

By flexible mounting I mean more options of...

By flexible mounting I mean more options of mounting method beside seatpost mount. My seat stays are very near horizontal, so those seat stay mountings don't work. Clothing/bag clips often make the...
10-16-21, 12:25 AM
Replies: 95
Views: 10,778
Posted By vol

And make mounting more flexible and secure, which...

And make mounting more flexible and secure, which really shouldn't be so hard.
09-30-21, 11:29 PM
Replies: 95
Views: 10,778
Posted By vol

It has 7 modes. I like the ones with projection...

It has 7 modes. I like the ones with projection to the ground (solid or flashing), very good for pitch dark roads. The modes for the main light facing back are too much for me. The USB port is very...
09-16-21, 06:49 PM
Replies: 95
Views: 10,778
Posted By vol

There are 150, 250, 350, do the brighter ones...

There are 150, 250, 350, do the brighter ones have shorter life (either on one full recharge, or lifespan-wise)?
09-10-21, 11:02 PM
Replies: 95
Views: 10,778
Posted By vol

Thanks. I see there are Hotshot 200 lumen now on...

Thanks. I see there are Hotshot 200 lumen now on amazon. Also a Hypershot 250 lumens and 350 lumens, whoa. I guess they are still made in China?
Looks like I do need to raise my price limit to...
09-10-21, 10:11 PM
Replies: 95
Views: 10,778
Posted By vol

Because lights can easily be broken or lost, IMO...

Because lights can easily be broken or lost, IMO multiple cheaper lights are better than one expensive light, provided they work well. I also like to use more than one taillight at the same time lest...
09-10-21, 08:08 PM
Replies: 95
Views: 10,778
Posted By vol

What are the brightest taillights at reasonable price now?

I haven't read through this forum for a long time. IIRC the last time I was around the most recommended tail light was Cygolite Pro 150. I'm sure that is outdated now. So what is the best (brightest)...
08-18-21, 09:48 AM
Replies: 20
Views: 1,712
Posted By vol

Britain's BIGGEST bike lane :D

Britain's BIGGEST bike lane: 'Shambolic' 11ft 2in-wide cycle path is larger than 9ft 5in road lane it runs next to - and forces drivers to pull over to avoid a CRASH...
05-18-20, 09:14 PM
Replies: 21
Views: 3,613
Posted By vol

Thanks. Good to know, and good to see some input...

Thanks. Good to know, and good to see some input from sources not motivated by sales.
05-15-20, 01:10 AM
Replies: 21
Views: 3,613
Posted By vol

Here is an article on this: When Do Bicycle...

Here is an article on this: When Do Bicycle Helmets Expire? (https://bicycle2work.com/when-do-bicycle-helmets-expire/)
It says about 5 years.


My question is: What about a brand new helmet...
01-01-20, 04:36 PM
Replies: 82
Views: 7,880
Posted By vol

:twitchy: I see there are more than a couple of...

:twitchy: I see there are more than a couple of videos of similar accidents following that video. I don't like to say this, but can't help after watching: some seem to be candidates for Darwin award.
12-25-19, 10:14 AM
Replies: 82
Views: 7,880
Posted By vol

I missed the earlier thread. Just happened to see...

I missed the earlier thread. Just happened to see the video.



I think if she had read the many posts here about the danger of trucks at intersections she'd be more vigilant and watch for the...
12-24-19, 10:34 PM
Replies: 82
Views: 7,880
Posted By vol

In case someone would like to know, the very...

In case someone would like to know, the very accident:

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=I7zrOg5GdvE
12-23-19, 11:31 PM
Replies: 53
Views: 5,927
Posted By vol

Agree. Also the dark bridge tunnels and the...

Agree. Also the dark bridge tunnels and the curves of the road affect visibility a lot. Vehicles don't slow down for that.



Good point! The parks should be more for pedestrians and cyclists...
12-23-19, 03:09 PM
Replies: 53
Views: 5,927
Posted By vol

As can be seen in the video, if not taking the...

As can be seen in the video, if not taking the lane, the cyclist would have to ride extremely close to the curb, so it's possible he hit the curb and not ice. I read a lot of online comments blaming...
12-22-19, 09:55 PM
Replies: 53
Views: 5,927
Posted By vol

I was going to say the same. I rode on the 79th...

I was going to say the same. I rode on the 79th st. transverse a couple times. Once I thought it too risky, so I rode on the very narrow curb, but almost had a flat because of all the garbage on the...
12-20-19, 05:42 PM
Replies: 40
Views: 4,897
Posted By vol

Most of my closest calls were when a truck or bus...

Most of my closest calls were when a truck or bus made a close pass by me. Sometimes it's mirror of a wide truck/van almost hitting me.
12-20-19, 05:26 PM
Replies: 53
Views: 5,927
Posted By vol

Not clear whether he hit the ice or the curb: ...

Not clear whether he hit the ice or the curb:

https://abc7ny.com/cyclist-dead-run-over-by-school-bus-in-central-park-transverse/5765696/

...
12-19-19, 11:54 AM
Replies: 53
Views: 5,927
Posted By vol

Some pictures of that transverse (it's from 2007...

Some pictures of that transverse (it's from 2007 but should be about the same today):
97th Street Transverse Road Bridge (BIN 2246270)...
12-18-19, 10:47 PM
Replies: 53
Views: 5,927
Posted By vol

I used to bike commute on roads full of vehicles...

I used to bike commute on roads full of vehicles in the evening even in the days after snow when there was rock-hard ice on roadside and tell people with pride. I thought the ice covered with dusts...
12-18-19, 07:26 PM
Replies: 53
Views: 5,927
Posted By vol

Cyclist killed on transverse through Central Park

The cyclist, a doctor, skipped on ice, fell, and was hit by a school bus this morning. He was riding on the transverse on the 97th st. through Central Park in Manhattan....
09-14-19, 03:21 PM
Replies: 226
Views: 38,494
Posted By vol

Has anyone read this yesterday? Woman says two...

Has anyone read this yesterday? Woman says two men threw her off CitiBike, brutally beat her in Midtown attack...
08-22-19, 05:04 PM
Replies: 33
Views: 5,513
Posted By vol

New bike lanes planned near Coney Island Avenue...

New bike lanes planned near Coney Island Avenue after cyclist's death (https://www.amny.com/transit/bike-lanes-coney-island-1.35382237)

Don't see how unprotected bike lanes could have saved that...
08-16-19, 08:27 PM
Replies: 33
Views: 5,513
Posted By vol

The 2nd video shows two black cars crossed the...

The 2nd video shows two black cars crossed the intersection soon after and the drivers got out to walk toward the accident spot, probably to help; one was probably the one that shot the video.
08-14-19, 08:44 PM
Replies: 33
Views: 5,513
Posted By vol

Thanks, good to know. I'll add this to the list...

Thanks, good to know. I'll add this to the list of safety measures to keep in mind. So many unpredictable happenings could occur at an intersection (not to say they don't happen elsewhere--e.g. taxi...
08-14-19, 04:42 PM
Replies: 33
Views: 5,513
Posted By vol

By the safety cautions discussed here I meant...

By the safety cautions discussed here I meant obviously the safety measures adopted by cyclists, e.g. lights, helmets, mirrors, taking the lane, avoiding right hooks and left crosses, keeping...
08-13-19, 10:25 PM
Replies: 33
Views: 5,513
Posted By vol

Car runs red light => hits SUV => cyclist dies

It seems none of the safety cautions that have been discussed here could have prevented this (safety-conscious) cyclist's death.

Just happened on Coney Island, NY: An 18 year old driver ran red...
Forum: Northeast
07-13-19, 10:06 PM
Replies: 39
Views: 4,162
Posted By vol

Had not ridden there for a long time.... This...

Had not ridden there for a long time.... This evening I rode on the Hudson Greenway from around 70th st. to Battery Park City, and found the part between 70th and 59th have been paved very smooth...
06-14-19, 11:12 PM
Replies: 60
Views: 7,265
Posted By vol

I just remembered this accident and looked up for...

I just remembered this accident and looked up for any news, found this January article Truckie who killed Aussie in NYC gets just $1k fine...
Forum: Commuting
02-25-19, 08:20 PM
Replies: 93
Views: 8,224
Posted By vol

Any health hazard with the silicone containers?...

Any health hazard with the silicone containers? The only con I know is that they retain the food smell.
...
Forum: Commuting
02-25-19, 08:14 PM
Replies: 20
Views: 2,559
Posted By vol

Thanks for the new comments.

Thanks for the new comments.
Forum: Commuting
02-24-19, 12:32 AM
Replies: 20
Views: 2,559
Posted By vol

Thanks PaulRivers. Haven't visited the forum...

Thanks PaulRivers. Haven't visited the forum since the first few replies, just saw your elaborate helpful comments and tips. I've been thinking about replacing with a road bar or buy a road bike for...
Forum: Commuting
02-24-19, 12:21 AM
Replies: 93
Views: 8,224
Posted By vol

Collapsible silicone containers, microwavable,...

Collapsible silicone containers, microwavable, space-saving, such as this...
Forum: Commuting
01-07-19, 03:35 AM
Replies: 20
Views: 2,559
Posted By vol

Thanks for the suggestions, John. I will look at...

Thanks for the suggestions, John. I will look at both the grips and consider a more upright position. I have already changed the stem of my new bike to raise the handlebar a little, but still a lot...
Forum: Commuting
01-05-19, 02:25 AM
Replies: 20
Views: 2,559
Posted By vol

Wrist nerve entrapment

Just read up a little, There are two types of similar conditions caused by nerve compression in the wrist area. Carpal Tunnel Syndrome, and Ulnar Nerve entrapment (Cyclist's Palsy, or Handlebar...
Forum: Commuting
11-21-18, 05:31 PM
Replies: 45
Views: 4,351
Posted By vol

Condos for themselves:

Condos for themselves:
Forum: Commuting
11-21-18, 03:52 PM
Replies: 45
Views: 4,351
Posted By vol

So news...

So news (https://www.dailymail.co.uk/news/article-6415015/Two-Amazon-employees-snapped-NYC-real-estate-headquarters-announcement.html) has it that two senior Amazon employees bought condos in the new...
Forum: Commuting
11-19-18, 10:07 PM
Replies: 45
Views: 4,351
Posted By vol

Except the Triborough Bridge is now called the...

Except the Triborough Bridge is now called the RFK Bridge.



Won't that take business from Starbucks? or maybe Amazon will buy Starbucks? :rolleyes:
Forum: Commuting
11-16-18, 09:49 PM
Replies: 45
Views: 4,351
Posted By vol

Didn't see this thread when I posted on the...

Didn't see this thread when I posted on the Northeast regional discussion forum, so I copy and paste my post there below. My main concerns are: a big chunk of tax money will be paid to Amazon, that...
11-15-18, 08:14 PM
Replies: 28
Views: 18,861
Posted By vol

Thanks for the tips here. I realize it's a good...

Thanks for the tips here. I realize it's a good idea to add a taillight on the helmet. I have a ski helmet that I wear in the winter which has a bracket for goggles; I can wrap a rubber band on it to...
Forum: Northeast
11-15-18, 06:30 PM
Replies: 1
Views: 786
Posted By vol

How Amazon's HQ2 in NYC might affect cycling and infrastruture?

(reposted in an existing related thread on the commuting forum)
11-01-18, 09:18 PM
Replies: 126
Views: 10,076
Posted By vol

Actually crazy pedestrians screaming and cursing...

Actually crazy pedestrians screaming and cursing is not that bad. There are more physically aggressive and violent ones:
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