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Forum: Commuting
10-29-22, 02:58 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 1,540
Posted By OmegaWolf

This time of year, it's quite dark during my...

This time of year, it's quite dark during my morning commutes. Some people's Halloween decorations have freaked me out as I ride by them. Last year, the day after Halloween, I didn't see it until I...
Forum: Commuting
05-26-22, 07:51 PM
Replies: 21
Views: 1,608
Posted By OmegaWolf

Your shoes are so bright they gotta wear shades.

Your shoes are so bright they gotta wear shades.
Forum: Commuting
01-16-22, 03:25 PM
Replies: 30
Views: 2,345
Posted By OmegaWolf

Not on my commute, but a few miles from home at...

Not on my commute, but a few miles from home at the beginning of many of my other bike routes there are a few pear trees in a fenced in yard. There are frequently pears that fell on the bike path...
Forum: Commuting
12-17-21, 06:14 PM
Replies: 1,683
Views: 342,911
Posted By OmegaWolf

There was a busted up faucet in the middle of the...

There was a busted up faucet in the middle of the bike path on my ride home from work tonight. I didn't stop to collect it though.
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
11-15-21, 09:13 PM
Replies: 69
Views: 3,330
Posted By OmegaWolf

A few years ago driving my car I almost hit a...

A few years ago driving my car I almost hit a cyclist because he had too many lights in back. It was dark, I was going up a big hill with an S curve when I saw at least 8 lights of various shapes...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
09-18-21, 05:45 PM
Replies: 23
Views: 2,261
Posted By OmegaWolf

I say no on the tan sidewalls, but you might need...

I say no on the tan sidewalls, but you might need some pedals.
Forum: Commuting
09-15-21, 06:31 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 1,850
Posted By OmegaWolf

My street comes off the main N-S road, weaves...

My street comes off the main N-S road, weaves around for a little over a mile and goes back out to the same road about 3 blocks from its other end. Many mornings I've crossed paths with another bike...
Forum: Commuting
09-15-21, 06:07 PM
Replies: 392
Views: 33,446
Posted By OmegaWolf

About 2 months ago I started a new job after...

About 2 months ago I started a new job after being between jobs for far too long. The new commute is to just past the halfway point for my previous job. I think I had a "glitch in the matrix" moment...
Forum: Road Cycling
08-19-21, 04:47 PM
Replies: 89
Views: 7,572
Posted By OmegaWolf

My uncle had been healthy his whole life. A few...

My uncle had been healthy his whole life. A few years ago, in his late 60s, he had a few instances of coming to on the floor or ground after mild exertion and not knowing what happened. Turned out...
Forum: Cyclocross and Gravelbiking (Recreational)
08-09-21, 06:55 PM
Replies: 14
Views: 2,806
Posted By OmegaWolf

WTB All Terrain are light and fast, but I haven't...

WTB All Terrain are light and fast, but I haven't been able to find them in 26" lately.
Forum: Great Lakes
07-01-21, 04:46 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 2,342
Posted By OmegaWolf

The Paul Bunyan trail is nice. It's flat and...

The Paul Bunyan trail is nice. It's flat and could be considered boring.
The Root River trail in SE Minnesota is very nice as well. Especially the world famous pie shop in Waylan.
Forum: Commuting
12-23-19, 06:59 PM
Replies: 398
Views: 68,862
Posted By OmegaWolf

If I had a commute that was 20+ miles each way...

If I had a commute that was 20+ miles each way and was safe to do by bike and had a safe place to store the bike at work I would consider getting an e-bike if I found an affordable one I liked. I...
Forum: Commuting
12-02-19, 09:59 PM
Replies: 18
Views: 2,068
Posted By OmegaWolf

The one cheap little rack at my workplace is...

The one cheap little rack at my workplace is currently buried in a snow bank. I'll have to dig my way to it to try to lock my bike to it tomorrow morning.
Forum: Road Cycling
11-24-19, 06:31 PM
Replies: 33
Views: 2,866
Posted By OmegaWolf

The answer is simple. Apollo 11 did not get to...

The answer is simple. Apollo 11 did not get to the moon on pneumatic tires.
Forum: Commuting
11-19-19, 06:25 PM
Replies: 1,854
Views: 125,977
Posted By OmegaWolf

One morning in early September I woke up to find...

One morning in early September I woke up to find a very painful mass had popped up on the top side of my foot literally overnight. It was initially misdiagnosed, so I spent more than a month taking...
Forum: Commuting
10-16-19, 08:27 PM
Replies: 33
Views: 4,061
Posted By OmegaWolf

That's bad news, but at least you know and are...

That's bad news, but at least you know and are getting treated. Get well soon!
Forum: Commuting
09-10-19, 08:35 PM
Replies: 17
Views: 2,477
Posted By OmegaWolf

You might want to consider a bike that can take...

You might want to consider a bike that can take wider tires and has rack and fender mounts. I bought an old racing bike and rebuilt it. I justified the purchase by telling myself I would use it as...
Forum: Road Cycling
09-07-19, 05:32 PM
Replies: 53
Views: 6,339
Posted By OmegaWolf

Ride with a slower group.

Ride with a slower group.
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
08-29-19, 07:46 PM
Replies: 107
Views: 11,807
Posted By OmegaWolf

A portable personal tailwind would help immensely.

A portable personal tailwind would help immensely.
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
08-21-19, 06:17 PM
Replies: 119
Views: 17,637
Posted By OmegaWolf

When I was in my 20s and 30s I could go about 35...

When I was in my 20s and 30s I could go about 35 MPH on level pavement with no wind. The last 10 years or so I can't seem to ever get over 28.
Forum: Commuting
08-17-19, 09:12 AM
Replies: 22
Views: 3,932
Posted By OmegaWolf

Last year on my rides to work I would frequently...

Last year on my rides to work I would frequently go by a guy on a bike with a guitar on his back going the in the other direction. It can be done.
Forum: Commuting
08-06-19, 05:19 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 2,070
Posted By OmegaWolf

I've seen things like that in swamps, but not...

I've seen things like that in swamps, but not hanging from trees.
Forum: Road Cycling
07-27-19, 08:23 PM
Replies: 17
Views: 2,059
Posted By OmegaWolf

Bar end cap. I never even got it on the bike. I...

Bar end cap. I never even got it on the bike. I was putting on new bar tape and set the end cap on the floor. My pack rat of a cat grabbed it and ran to the other end of the house. I searched...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
07-09-19, 09:21 PM
Replies: 100
Views: 12,766
Posted By OmegaWolf

Has anyone listed cold fusion yet?

Has anyone listed cold fusion yet?
Forum: Commuting
06-17-19, 05:08 PM
Replies: 36
Views: 6,993
Posted By OmegaWolf

I give them a quick look-see about every 3rd flat...

I give them a quick look-see about every 3rd flat or so. Why? Is something wrong with my tires? :D
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
06-09-19, 11:00 AM
Replies: 57
Views: 9,154
Posted By OmegaWolf

It was a joke. I meant the other kind of locks. ...

It was a joke. I meant the other kind of locks. The kind you asked to see. :rolleyes:
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
06-09-19, 10:33 AM
Replies: 57
Views: 9,154
Posted By OmegaWolf

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Forum: Commuting
05-14-19, 05:13 PM
Replies: 45
Views: 9,256
Posted By OmegaWolf

I have a Mountain Hardwear Scrambler backpack...

I have a Mountain Hardwear Scrambler backpack that I use on rainy days. It's a bit large, but works well and is quite waterproof.
Forum: Commuting
04-13-19, 09:53 AM
Replies: 77
Views: 9,014
Posted By OmegaWolf

Duluth Pack bags are a bit pricey, but are...

Duluth Pack bags are a bit pricey, but are guaranteed for life. https://www.duluthpack.com/products/candy-bar-bike-bag
Forum: Road Cycling
03-24-19, 02:19 PM
Replies: 16
Views: 9,250
Posted By OmegaWolf

This article answers a question I've been meaning...

This article answers a question I've been meaning to ask for a while. I often get shocks while riding under some high voltage lines near my home, but only while on my MTB. It sounds like its the...
Forum: Commuting
01-22-19, 08:58 PM
Replies: 62
Views: 5,875
Posted By OmegaWolf

A big issue for me is tire ruts in the slush that...

A big issue for me is tire ruts in the slush that freeze in place. Especially when they're covered with a thin layer of snow so I don't see them until I hit them.
Forum: Commuting
01-14-19, 06:26 PM
Replies: 96
Views: 12,066
Posted By OmegaWolf

https://cimg9.ibsrv.net/gimg/bikeforums.net-vbulle...

https://cimg9.ibsrv.net/gimg/bikeforums.net-vbulletin/960x533/winter_bike_8552a998b6e6b10fa76e22e104c25f49b474c690.jpg
Forum: Commuting
01-12-19, 03:04 PM
Replies: 97
Views: 10,340
Posted By OmegaWolf

Just tunnel under it. Or launch yourself across...

Just tunnel under it. Or launch yourself across on a giant slingshot made with used inner tubes.
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
01-07-19, 09:56 PM
Replies: 66
Views: 6,339
Posted By OmegaWolf

That's rather spectacular. Where is it?

That's rather spectacular. Where is it?
Forum: Commuting
01-02-19, 05:51 PM
Replies: 55
Views: 5,763
Posted By OmegaWolf

:thumb: My lowest is 8F last winter and I'm not...

:thumb: My lowest is 8F last winter and I'm not in any hurry to better that.
Forum: Commuting
12-30-18, 10:06 AM
Replies: 943
Views: 66,481
Posted By OmegaWolf

augustgarage (CA) _________________ 8677.3 (9908...

augustgarage (CA) _________________ 8677.3 (9908 total) [198/200]
Bizman (PA) _______________________ 7193 (8013 total miles YTD)
CliffordK (OR) ____________________ 7053 mi (+213 other)
dschue5...
Forum: Commuting
12-10-18, 08:28 PM
Replies: 2,320
Views: 131,406
Posted By OmegaWolf

16F with 15 MPH headwind in light snow/freezing...

16F with 15 MPH headwind in light snow/freezing fog this morning. Lots of pedestrians in dark clothes walking the dark MUPs this morning. 22F with 12 MPH headwind tonight coming home. I just can't...
Forum: Commuting
12-01-18, 02:55 PM
Replies: 943
Views: 66,481
Posted By OmegaWolf

augustgarage (CA) _________________ 8009.7...

augustgarage (CA) _________________ 8009.7 (9103.5 total) [182/184]
CliffordK (OR) ____________________ 7053 mi (+213 other)
Bizman (PA) _______________________ 6730 (7485 total miles YTD)
dschue5...
Forum: Commuting
11-02-18, 07:24 PM
Replies: 943
Views: 66,481
Posted By OmegaWolf

augustgarage (CA) _________________ 7120.8...

augustgarage (CA) _________________ 7120.8 (8030.5 total) [164/167]
dschue5 (MN)_______________________ 6195 (10306 total)
Bizman (PA) _______________________ 6155 (6823 total miles YTD)
CliffordK...
Forum: Commuting
10-30-18, 05:31 PM
Replies: 2,320
Views: 131,406
Posted By OmegaWolf

Nice warm 44F this morning. My second day on my...

Nice warm 44F this morning. My second day on my winter commuter. I was a little over 3 miles from work when there was a loud pop and things started falling to the pavement with my saddle falling...
Forum: Commuting
10-14-18, 10:35 AM
Replies: 10
Views: 905
Posted By OmegaWolf

I want to say it's way too soon, but I almost...

I want to say it's way too soon, but I almost needed studs 2 days last week and there's about 2 inches of new snow here this morning.
Forum: Commuting
09-28-18, 12:07 PM
Replies: 943
Views: 66,481
Posted By OmegaWolf

augustgarage (CA) _________________ 6352 (7224.5...

augustgarage (CA) _________________ 6352 (7224.5 total)
Bizman (PA) _______________________ 5394 (6001 total miles YTD)
CliffordK (OR) ____________________ 5012 mi (+213 other)
dschue5...
Forum: Road Cycling
09-21-18, 08:13 AM
Replies: 32
Views: 1,998
Posted By OmegaWolf

The ride didn't ban speedometers. From what he...

The ride didn't ban speedometers. From what he was saying I gathered that he thought my speedometer was what was allowing me to ride faster than him and didn't think that was fair.
Forum: Road Cycling
09-20-18, 08:28 PM
Replies: 32
Views: 1,998
Posted By OmegaWolf

A couple years ago I was in a charity ride and...

A couple years ago I was in a charity ride and was passing a slower rider. I slowed down to say hi as I went by him. He looked at my bike computer and started yelling at me that we're not supposed...
Forum: Commuting
09-20-18, 04:43 PM
Replies: 2,320
Views: 131,406
Posted By OmegaWolf

A bit damp.

A bit damp.
Forum: Commuting
09-04-18, 05:36 PM
Replies: 116
Views: 10,060
Posted By OmegaWolf

I've used mine a few times over the last 3 years....

I've used mine a few times over the last 3 years. I seem to need it a lot more frequently when I don't bring one with me.
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
08-30-18, 09:44 PM
Replies: 59
Views: 3,758
Posted By OmegaWolf

I didn't mind stopping on my commute last fall to...

I didn't mind stopping on my commute last fall to watch this sunrise....
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
08-04-18, 10:55 AM
Replies: 20
Views: 2,711
Posted By OmegaWolf

Put your feet in the shoes and ride from the...

Put your feet in the shoes and ride from the bottom of the bike. The lower center of gravity should make it handle better. If you can reach the handlebars from that position.
Forum: Commuting
06-29-18, 05:32 PM
Replies: 943
Views: 66,481
Posted By OmegaWolf

augustgarage (CA) __________________ 3831.91...

augustgarage (CA) __________________ 3831.91 (3969.6 total) [90/92]Bizman (PA) ________________________ 3698 (3989 total miles YTD)
CliffordK (OR) _____________________ 3139 mi (+176 other)
dschue5...
Forum: Commuting
05-20-18, 06:06 PM
Replies: 15
Views: 2,261
Posted By OmegaWolf

https://www.amazon.com/Timberline-Venture-Above-In...

https://www.amazon.com/Timberline-Venture-Above-Included-Bicycles/dp/B0154U17ZM/ref=sr_1_7?ie=UTF8&qid=1526861091&sr=8-7&keywords=cycling+backpack+Timberline
This one has a foldout net made for...
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