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Forum: Africa
04-28-10, 11:09 AM
Replies: 2
Views: 2,175
Posted By Road Rage

Share pictures from Africa

I am really missing Africa right now, and want to share and view pictures of experiences there. So, if you have any that are special to you, you should put them in this thread for us to see.

I...
Forum: Africa
04-28-10, 10:03 AM
Replies: 19
Views: 2,674
Posted By Road Rage

I came across this gentleman and his hand powered...

I came across this gentleman and his hand powered trikes in Malawi last year:
Forum: Northeast
04-26-10, 12:37 PM
Replies: 20
Views: 1,206
Posted By Road Rage

A lot of people involved in the cycling world use...

A lot of people involved in the cycling world use the late and honorable Sheldon Brown's compilation of bicycle knowledge to help them with anything from bike fit to mechanical nitty-gritty, to...
Forum: Northeast
04-26-10, 07:45 AM
Replies: 408
Views: 33,030
Posted By Road Rage

Hi, I moved to Georgetown last month.

Hi,

I moved to Georgetown last month.
Forum: Northeast
04-23-10, 08:21 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 1,078
Posted By Road Rage

I was walking on the Key Bridge a week ago, on...

I was walking on the Key Bridge a week ago, on the right moving towards Arlington, and coming up on that spot at the end of the bridge where the pine branch is hanging low. Some guy was riding about...
Forum: Northeast
04-23-10, 07:02 PM
Replies: 20
Views: 1,206
Posted By Road Rage

Hi. I just moved to the area in March. I...

Hi.

I just moved to the area in March. I have visited many shops in the area, and would recommend this one:

Proteus Bicycles (http://proteusbicycles.com/)

I think it may work well...
Forum: Living Car Free
07-23-09, 02:30 PM
Replies: 157
Views: 8,876
Posted By Road Rage

From urbandictionary.com: nice: ...

From urbandictionary.com:



nice:



1.
Forum: Living Car Free
07-23-09, 02:02 PM
Replies: 157
Views: 8,876
Posted By Road Rage

From Dictionary.com: Nice: adjective,...

From Dictionary.com:

Nice:
adjective, nic⋅er, nic⋅est.
1. pleasing; agreeable; delightful: a nice visit.
2. amiably pleasant; kind: They are always nice to strangers.
3. characterized by,...
Forum: Alt Bike Culture
07-22-09, 03:49 AM
Replies: 9
Views: 1,464
Posted By Road Rage

There are a few organizations and companies...

There are a few organizations and companies promoting bamboo bikes here in Zambia. Right now the cheapest bikes are imports from China, so it is a good thing for Zambia’s economy, especially for...
Forum: Commuting
07-21-09, 09:58 AM
Replies: 31
Views: 1,884
Posted By Road Rage

Last week I had my first collision with a bus. I...

Last week I had my first collision with a bus. I made eye contact with the driver as he was turning across my path, and I thought he was yielding (I had the right of way technically, although it...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
07-21-09, 07:36 AM
Replies: 52
Views: 12,811
Posted By Road Rage

I'm sorry. -RR P.S. I think Jack...

I'm sorry.

-RR

P.S. I think Jack would be on good grammar's side. He likes to keep things orderly.
Forum: Commuting
07-21-09, 07:26 AM
Replies: 58
Views: 2,696
Posted By Road Rage

Here in Zambia, the speed changing riders are...

Here in Zambia, the speed changing riders are really, really irritating.

I am the only white dude on the road anywhere I ride, and the second I pass another biker, they feel the need to “escort”...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
07-19-09, 05:53 AM
Replies: 52
Views: 12,811
Posted By Road Rage

Is Jack Bower Jack Bauer’s new side kick? I...

Is Jack Bower Jack Bauer’s new side kick? I haven’t seen season 7 yet. Does Bower use a bow and arrow like Rambo?
Forum: Advocacy & Safety
07-19-09, 01:17 AM
Replies: 76
Views: 2,926
Posted By Road Rage

Your definitions of rolling could be colloquially...

Your definitions of rolling could be colloquially inncorrect.

1. rolling

trippin' on ecstasy

Young Tfunk was rolling hard at the rave..
Forum: Commuting
07-18-09, 02:51 PM
Replies: 26
Views: 1,545
Posted By Road Rage

I was 20K west of Monze, and am now just south of...

I was 20K west of Monze, and am now just south of Lusaka (until August 7). Good job narrowing it down to Southern, you were right on. Malaria is a big killer over here, especially when combined with...
Forum: Road Cycling
07-18-09, 01:10 PM
Replies: 29
Views: 1,324
Posted By Road Rage

First of all, this post should be moved to the...

First of all, this post should be moved to the fitness area of the forum. There is a lot of training wisdom there.

I would recommend being less concerned with distance or time, and rather...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
07-17-09, 07:08 AM
Replies: 32
Views: 1,785
Posted By Road Rage

There is a threat of vandalism/actual vandalism...

There is a threat of vandalism/actual vandalism unless money is spent on something the skateboarders desire. That sounds a lot like:

rack·e·teer·ing
Pronunciation: "ra-k&-'tir-i[ng]
Function:...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
07-17-09, 06:52 AM
Replies: 3
Views: 451
Posted By Road Rage

Trade in vs. private sale

Hi,

In August I will be purchasing a new bike at my local bike store. They accept used bikes as trade ins, and I am wondering if there is an advantage to doing this over a private sale.

Also,...
Forum: Africa
07-16-09, 02:29 AM
Replies: 3
Views: 2,742
Posted By Road Rage

I am sorry about your back. That sucks. Take...

I am sorry about your back. That sucks.

Take care,

RR
Forum: Commuting
07-16-09, 02:25 AM
Replies: 26
Views: 1,545
Posted By Road Rage

Did they issue you a pistols as well? Sounds like...

Did they issue you a pistols as well? Sounds like it would have been nice to have.

No I wasn't issued a pistol, but yes it would have been nice to have.
Forum: Commuting
07-16-09, 02:11 AM
Replies: 26
Views: 1,545
Posted By Road Rage

Thanks for your interesting post. ...

Thanks for your interesting post.

Unfortunately it gives me a few more things to worry about...it was only a month ago that my daughter left for Cameroon, for a 27-month stint in the Peace Corps...
Forum: Commuting
07-16-09, 02:05 AM
Replies: 26
Views: 1,545
Posted By Road Rage

Would you be willing to share some of your...

Would you be willing to share some of your background as to:
1. Where are you from?
2. Why did you chose to do the Peace Corps?
3. Curious about your bikeforums nom de plume-not such a peaceful...
Forum: Commuting
07-03-09, 04:39 AM
Replies: 26
Views: 1,545
Posted By Road Rage

Zambian commuting, a retrospective

I have been serving in U.S. Peace Corps Zambia for two years now, and am about to go home. I just wanted to reflect a bit on funny commuting situations I have had the pleasure of experiencing here.
...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
07-03-09, 03:38 AM
Replies: 38
Views: 2,144
Posted By Road Rage

I think that happened in Blood Sport 2.

I think that happened in Blood Sport 2.
Forum: Training & Nutrition
07-03-09, 03:24 AM
Replies: 5
Views: 721
Posted By Road Rage

Blog article on cycling and bone density

http://well.blogs.nytimes.com/2009/07/01/is-bicycling-bad-for-your-bones/?em&exprod=myyahoo

-RR
Forum: Africa
06-29-09, 06:23 AM
Replies: 3
Views: 2,742
Posted By Road Rage

Hi, My best advice is go to Paje, Zanzibar...

Hi,

My best advice is go to Paje, Zanzibar for a few nights!

I was in Dar for two nights, and I walked from the airport to the ferry. In that 15K I saw some insane driving. Be careful biking...
Forum: Clydesdales/Athenas (200+ lb / 91+ kg)
06-29-09, 03:09 AM
Replies: 22
Views: 858
Posted By Road Rage

I do burpees with a pushup after the outstretch,...

I do burpees with a pushup after the outstretch, and a jump at the end. I shoot for at least 100 a day, right now at sets of 25. I started with sets of 10. They were really hard at first, but now I...
Forum: Africa
06-29-09, 02:58 AM
Replies: 0
Views: 1,382
Posted By Road Rage

Education bike in Zambia

Hi,

I am working with the Peace Corps in Zambia. Right now I am developing an energy efficiency display for environmental education at an education center.

I am looking for a bike and bike...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
06-29-09, 01:20 AM
Replies: 5
Views: 3,775
Posted By Road Rage

Thanks for the responses, I will read the other...

Thanks for the responses, I will read the other thread. I am certainly going to keep the GT either way, since I agree that it is very well made and a novelty of sorts.
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
06-28-09, 02:22 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 3,775
Posted By Road Rage

Thanks! I am glad to hear that I should...

Thanks!

I am glad to hear that I should start looking for a road bike instead of spending money on the urban upgrades.

-RR
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
06-28-09, 11:45 AM
Replies: 5
Views: 3,775
Posted By Road Rage

1993 GT Karakoram for XC?

Hello,

I currently have a 93 steel GT Karakoram frame. Originally I used it stock as a mountain bike, and later set it up as an "urban" bike, with a single front crank, and 8 speed rear.

I...
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