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Forum: Commuting
02-09-16, 02:18 PM
Replies: 15
Views: 1,060
Posted By cutman

While I usually ride my own bike along...

While I usually ride my own bike along Manhattan's Hudson River Greenway, sometimes I'll combine a subway trip with a Citi Bike trip up 8th Avenue. I took this video a couple of years ago, but the...
Forum: Living Car Free
08-11-08, 08:31 AM
Replies: 59
Views: 2,373
Posted By cutman

I'd support just about anything that would keep...

I'd support just about anything that would keep people from riding on the wrong side of the road or on the sidewalk. My dog and I were almost killed by a shirtless, grown adult on a BMX who flew...
Forum: Living Car Free
08-11-08, 08:28 AM
Replies: 27
Views: 1,489
Posted By cutman

I telecommute and the lady bikes to work (3 miles...

I telecommute and the lady bikes to work (3 miles round trip). Apart from the occasional day trip (like a concert in western MA yesterday) we hardly ever drive. Certainly saving quite a bit more than...
Forum: Living Car Free
07-29-08, 09:09 AM
Replies: 60
Views: 2,451
Posted By cutman

I consider myself one of the lucky ones. I have a...

I consider myself one of the lucky ones. I have a natural aversion to driving. I didn't even like it as a teenager.

We drove more when we were living in NC but now that we're in grad school and...
Forum: Living Car Free
07-18-08, 12:16 PM
Replies: 33
Views: 1,703
Posted By cutman

I'll never understand these arguments against...

I'll never understand these arguments against solar/wind energy... the ones that make the argument that so many gallons of fossil fuels were needed to make the panels. Some people use this argument...
Forum: Living Car Free
07-08-08, 02:02 PM
Replies: 26
Views: 1,958
Posted By cutman

That's fantastic. This shows that people are...

That's fantastic. This shows that people are coming to their senses (at least in your community). Our lives will surely be more localized in coming years, so why not start living it today, as opposed...
Forum: Living Car Free
07-08-08, 01:59 PM
Replies: 20
Views: 1,518
Posted By cutman

Well said. I'll add that those who imagine a...

Well said. I'll add that those who imagine a miracle "alternative" fuel also don't realize how large and important a role oil and its derivatives play in our lives.

To quote Jim Kunstler, "We are...
Forum: Living Car Free
07-08-08, 01:54 PM
Replies: 14
Views: 1,005
Posted By cutman

^ I suppose that's true. In my case anyway, we...

^ I suppose that's true. In my case anyway, we were going to Cape Cod, a popular summer destination, to which the vast majority of people drive (and sit in hours of traffic approaching the two...
Forum: Living Car Free
07-07-08, 09:58 AM
Replies: 14
Views: 1,005
Posted By cutman

Car-free vacation

Forget taking a "stay-cation." I'd rather be creative with transportation options. That's why my girlfriend and I set out on a MULTI-MODAL long weekend trip to Cape Cod from Boston for the 4th of...
Forum: Living Car Free
07-07-08, 09:40 AM
Replies: 51
Views: 2,626
Posted By cutman

Amtrak is pretty excellent in the NE Corridor...

Amtrak is pretty excellent in the NE Corridor (between Boston and DC). They don't have to share the track with frieght trains and they're electrified too. Not the cheapest way to ride to NYC (that's...
Forum: Living Car Free
07-07-08, 09:32 AM
Replies: 20
Views: 1,518
Posted By cutman

Take a look at real estate values. Home prices in...

Take a look at real estate values. Home prices in the outer suburbs are dropping precipitiously while city condos and houses closer in (and near transit) are keeping their values. That's the trend...
Forum: Living Car Free
07-01-08, 08:00 PM
Replies: 153
Views: 6,489
Posted By cutman

It's actually quite the norm in many locales to...

It's actually quite the norm in many locales to not own a car or to own one and use it infrequently, especially when one can walk, bike, or ride transit basically anywhere he or she needs to go. I...
Forum: Living Car Free
06-29-08, 09:14 PM
Replies: 136
Views: 21,474
Posted By cutman

I didn't get out there this past weekend, but...

I didn't get out there this past weekend, but this coming weekend we're taking a ferry from Boston to Provincetown (on the tip of Cape Cod) and pedaling down to Dennis (that's about 2/3 of the way...
Forum: Living Car Free
05-19-08, 02:35 PM
Replies: 82
Views: 3,233
Posted By cutman

I've been able to sell my girlfriend on riding...

I've been able to sell my girlfriend on riding the bus. Public transit gets a bad rap in the south, which is probably why she didn't ride it much before, but I think she appreciates the convenience...
Forum: Singlespeed & Fixed Gear
05-06-08, 11:29 AM
Replies: 105
Views: 6,113
Posted By cutman

If I'm wearing khakis (Mon - Thurs for work) then...

If I'm wearing khakis (Mon - Thurs for work) then I peg my right leg and pull my sock over. Pretty dorky but it keeps the grease, etc. off my pants.

If I'm wearing jeans I just roll up the right...
Forum: Living Car Free
04-26-08, 05:31 PM
Replies: 104
Views: 4,739
Posted By cutman

The Fung Wah is about 100x more likely to explode...

The Fung Wah is about 100x more likely to explode somewhere along I-95 though! But still, it's strange how the estimated trip times of Acela trains are only about an hour and a half shorter than the...
Forum: Living Car Free
04-05-08, 08:38 PM
Replies: 19
Views: 1,043
Posted By cutman

I'm totally applying for a job with NAP when I...

I'm totally applying for a job with NAP when I move back to the Boston area this summer.
Forum: Living Car Free
03-27-08, 09:11 AM
Replies: 57
Views: 2,603
Posted By cutman

Damn. I never thought of that.

Damn. I never thought of that.
Forum: Living Car Free
03-26-08, 10:21 AM
Replies: 1,820
Views: 456,240
Posted By cutman

My girlfriend works at a transitional homeless...

My girlfriend works at a transitional homeless shelter and they get all sorts of expired food from a local specialty/natural grocery (like a smaller, independent Whole Foods). Problem is, a lot of...
Forum: Living Car Free
03-26-08, 10:12 AM
Replies: 62
Views: 2,870
Posted By cutman

^ I was on one of those yesterday - it's like...

^ I was on one of those yesterday - it's like walking at warp speed.
Forum: Living Car Free
03-26-08, 08:34 AM
Replies: 57
Views: 2,603
Posted By cutman

I'm one of those crazy people that thinks the...

I'm one of those crazy people that thinks the number of people who "need" SUVs is a lot smaller than the number of people who drive SUVs.

That being said, you raise an interesting question....
Forum: Living Car Free
03-20-08, 11:32 AM
Replies: 51
Views: 4,684
Posted By cutman

A chain is only as strong as its weakest link. ;)...

A chain is only as strong as its weakest link. ;) The reason some suggest two different types of locks is because they require two different types of tools to destroy 'em. With a chain you could...
Forum: Living Car Free
03-20-08, 11:26 AM
Replies: 57
Views: 2,603
Posted By cutman

It's a valid point, but all it proves is that the...

It's a valid point, but all it proves is that the tax incentive has absolutely nothing to do with fuel economy, energy efficiency or air quality/climate change. The incentive is designed as another...
Forum: Living Car Free
03-19-08, 10:56 AM
Replies: 57
Views: 2,603
Posted By cutman

No, they didn't get it right. Maybe it...

No, they didn't get it right.

Maybe it makes sense to incentivize driving a Toyota Prius or a Honda Civic hybrid, but does it make sense to promote the 2008 Chevy Tahoe hybrid ...
Forum: Living Car Free
03-19-08, 10:31 AM
Replies: 57
Views: 2,603
Posted By cutman

I think tax credits have traditionally been...

I think tax credits have traditionally been instituted to help someone when they incur extra expenses, like having a child, for example. By not owning a motor vehicle, we're usually saving money by...
Forum: Living Car Free
03-17-08, 03:06 PM
Replies: 51
Views: 4,684
Posted By cutman

I think there's some truth to this. I'd go...

I think there's some truth to this.

I'd go with the Sheldon Brown approach. Get two locks of two different types: a solid U-lock and a cable with built-in lock. It takes two different tools to...
Forum: Living Car Free
03-13-08, 12:19 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 967
Posted By cutman

Sounds kind of like someone else I know: ...

Sounds kind of like someone else I know:

http://blogs.lasvegassun.com/politics/wp-content/uploads/2007/11/obama.jpg

:roflmao: Kidding of course. Although nary a Clinton or McCain supporter...
Forum: Living Car Free
03-13-08, 12:08 PM
Replies: 60
Views: 3,421
Posted By cutman

Same here. I ride a single speed to work with a...

Same here. I ride a single speed to work with a messenger bag but my commute is only about a half mile. If I'm going across town, or if it's raining, or if I'm getting some groceries, I'll bring my...
Forum: Living Car Free
03-07-08, 03:15 PM
Replies: 57
Views: 4,273
Posted By cutman

These look great! Thanks for the link. I've been...

These look great! Thanks for the link. I've been looking for rigid re-usable bags that would fit inside by baskets.
Forum: Living Car Free
03-06-08, 01:41 PM
Replies: 57
Views: 4,273
Posted By cutman

Is that at Whole Foods? I saw a sign at my local...

Is that at Whole Foods? I saw a sign at my local Whole Foods that's raising it to 10 cents off for each bag you bring.

I've got the Novara 'Round Town panniers. They fit as much as a brown paper...
Forum: Singlespeed & Fixed Gear
03-05-08, 05:10 PM
Replies: 94
Views: 3,017
Posted By cutman

:roflmao: For me it's muesli, Honey Nut...

:roflmao:

For me it's muesli, Honey Nut Cheerios or Whole Foods brand oat bran flakes. In the winter (or when we're out of milk) I like a big bowl of oatmeal with raisins. I enjoy Kashi's (no, not...
Forum: Singlespeed & Fixed Gear
03-03-08, 02:44 PM
Replies: 45
Views: 2,097
Posted By cutman

I started riding a scooter (not the fold-up...

I started riding a scooter (not the fold-up "Razor" scooter type - the kind with inflatable tires) when I was 14 and did some hopping on that. The motion translated into learning how to not only...
Forum: Touring
02-27-08, 02:17 PM
Replies: 21
Views: 1,299
Posted By cutman

I'd really like to ride down to Wilmington from...

I'd really like to ride down to Wilmington from Durham via NC Bike Hwy 5. Anyone taken this route?
Forum: Advocacy & Safety
02-19-08, 08:59 AM
Replies: 1,089
Views: 1,658,545
Posted By cutman

I don't know if the case is the same in many...

I don't know if the case is the same in many other states, but in NC, bicycles are afforded the same rights and responsibilities as motorists. We're even allowed to take up the entire lane. I agree...
Forum: Living Car Free
02-19-08, 08:07 AM
Replies: 29
Views: 1,271
Posted By cutman

I was pretty impressed with Washington DC's...

I was pretty impressed with Washington DC's bike-friendliness. Certainly much better than Boston. Also not as cold, and there are a few pretty good universities in the area.

Raleigh, Durham and...
Forum: Living Car Free
02-19-08, 07:59 AM
Replies: 33
Views: 1,547
Posted By cutman

...who we get to see preserved in plastic and on...

...who we get to see preserved in plastic and on display at BODIES exhibits around the country!

So... don't buy tickets to see BODIES?

I'm probably not the only one here who likes to support...
Forum: Living Car Free
02-18-08, 09:27 AM
Replies: 207
Views: 13,610
Posted By cutman

I rode to a Kroger this weekend with my...

I rode to a Kroger this weekend with my messenger-style shoulder bag and a pair of baskets (I use the Novara 'Round-Town panniers - highly recommend). No one said a word, though I did get a few...
Forum: Living Car Free
02-18-08, 09:20 AM
Replies: 47
Views: 1,801
Posted By cutman

Rent one of those U-Haul vans. I've seen 'em...

Rent one of those U-Haul vans. I've seen 'em everywhere with $19.99 plastered all over them. Probably $19.99 for the day, plus insurance. If you're only going 25 to 50 miles, you probably wouldn't...
Forum: Living Car Free
02-16-08, 08:42 AM
Replies: 41
Views: 2,059
Posted By cutman

EVERYONE at my school had a car. The student...

EVERYONE at my school had a car. The student population was about 75% commuters, yet most residents had cars on campus as well, until a few years ago when they stopped allowing freshmen resident...
Forum: Living Car Free
02-13-08, 03:24 PM
Replies: 52
Views: 7,530
Posted By cutman

Regardless of the cost/benefit analyses found in...

Regardless of the cost/benefit analyses found in this thread, pedaling for power seems like a good idea if you're going to be pedaling for exercise with your bike mounted on a trainer stand anyway....
Forum: Living Car Free
02-08-08, 06:30 PM
Replies: 55
Views: 2,242
Posted By cutman

My girlfriend and I share a car. She takes it to...

My girlfriend and I share a car. She takes it to work if she's got an off-site meeting, but we normally commute by bike or on foot. It's not something we use daily -- we drive it on weekends and a...
Forum: Living Car Free
02-06-08, 01:44 PM
Replies: 32
Views: 1,849
Posted By cutman

I take exception to most of what I read in that...

I take exception to most of what I read in that piece, especially the "every little bit does not help" bit. Instead of accepting an otherwise unacceptable status quo, we should choose to, as Gandhi...
Forum: Commuting
02-06-08, 01:03 PM
Replies: 94
Views: 5,230
Posted By cutman

Simple. Elegant. I think I'd opt for this...

Simple. Elegant.

I think I'd opt for this sign too. ;)
Forum: Commuting
02-06-08, 12:59 PM
Replies: 31,391
Views: 1,280,536
Posted By cutman

Unseasonably warm but very windy. I think...

Unseasonably warm but very windy.

I think we're getting the fringes of the storms that caused tornadoes in the south-central US.
Forum: Utility Cycling
02-05-08, 01:25 PM
Replies: 941
Views: 560,155
Posted By cutman

I've got those bags, the Novara 'Round Town...

I've got those bags, the Novara 'Round Town Panniers. They're fantastic, and I think they were something like $50 for the pair. I bring them into Whole Foods with me and save $.20 for not using their...
Forum: Living Car Free
02-04-08, 07:03 PM
Replies: 52
Views: 7,530
Posted By cutman

http://www.econvergence.net/electro.htm This...

http://www.econvergence.net/electro.htm

This is the Pedal-a-Watt - I think the same one used at the Super Bowl pre-game show.
Forum: Living Car Free
01-30-08, 05:14 PM
Replies: 179
Views: 9,713
Posted By cutman

Seriously. Even though Durham's got a pretty...

Seriously. Even though Durham's got a pretty decent cycling "culture," my co-workers still tease me for riding my bike to work. I also know a few native southerners who refer to the bus as the...
Forum: Living Car Free
01-30-08, 05:11 PM
Replies: 88
Views: 3,420
Posted By cutman

Right on. Since I started living with my...

Right on. Since I started living with my vegetarian girlfriend, I've eaten less and less meat. And as a result, I've found I enjoy it more when I eat it only once in a while.

I'm not too crazy...
Forum: Living Car Free
01-29-08, 09:55 AM
Replies: 179
Views: 9,713
Posted By cutman

Exactly.

Exactly.
Forum: Living Car Free
01-28-08, 09:11 PM
Replies: 793
Views: 272,174
Posted By cutman

I started a car-lite lifestyle when I started...

I started a car-lite lifestyle when I started college. My alma mater is in a small New England town with a great walkable center and nearby commuter rail to Boston, so I didn't drive a car then. I...
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