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07-14-21, 07:29 AM
Replies: 145
Views: 25,077
Posted By MillCreek

I was unaware that you could get an ebike with...

I was unaware that you could get an ebike with regeneration capability. I wonder how much range that would add in typical use.
05-13-21, 12:31 PM
Replies: 34
Views: 17,613
Posted By MillCreek

My Yakima HoldUp, in a two inch hitch, would work...

My Yakima HoldUp, in a two inch hitch, would work except that the rack weighs more than 30 pounds. The rear wheel goes in a tray with a retention strap, and the front wheel is held by a retention...
01-22-21, 08:43 AM
Replies: 23
Views: 5,912
Posted By MillCreek

I have not seen the Tern GSD R14, in real life,...

I have not seen the Tern GSD R14, in real life, but it is an example of a mid-drive with Rohloff. I think it lists for $ 8400 USD and is available for pre-order.
11-04-20, 01:29 PM
Replies: 24
Views: 1,686
Posted By MillCreek

I thought as a general rule, in order to install...

I thought as a general rule, in order to install a mid-drive motor, the frame has to be built with that in mind. I am not aware of a mid-drive motor that can be retro-fitted onto a frame with a...
11-01-20, 09:38 AM
Replies: 16
Views: 3,936
Posted By MillCreek

Having owned bikes with chains for 50 years, the...

Having owned bikes with chains for 50 years, the Gates belt was one of the factors to my recent purchase of a Tern HSD 8Si. So far, so good.
10-29-20, 07:26 AM
Replies: 25
Views: 2,073
Posted By MillCreek

I have read in the business press that as part of...

I have read in the business press that as part of their new strategy, HD is slashing the number of models being offered, is more or less giving up on the younger rider demographic, and is focusing on...
10-29-20, 07:22 AM
Replies: 145
Views: 25,077
Posted By MillCreek

^^^What is that black oblong down by the bottom...

^^^What is that black oblong down by the bottom bracket?
10-20-20, 08:37 AM
Replies: 145
Views: 25,077
Posted By MillCreek

You can certainly see the Rad and Tern DNA in...

You can certainly see the Rad and Tern DNA in these bikes.
08-29-20, 08:40 PM
Replies: 50
Views: 6,925
Posted By MillCreek

This is what happened to me at age 60. I crashed...

This is what happened to me at age 60. I crashed on one of my road bikes in 1996 and fractured my left hip and had it nailed together. 24 years later, I now have traumatic osteoarthritis and a bone...
08-03-20, 01:56 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 1,652
Posted By MillCreek

If I recall correctly, the EU limits ebike motor...

If I recall correctly, the EU limits ebike motor wattage to 250 watts. If I am wrong, please correct me....
07-27-20, 01:50 PM
Replies: 23
Views: 3,487
Posted By MillCreek

In terms of weight-carrying capacity and ease of...

In terms of weight-carrying capacity and ease of mount/dismount, look at the Tern cargo bike series: GSD or HSD. I am only 200 lbs. but recently bought a Tern HSD 8si with a low step-through height...
09-03-19, 02:11 PM
Replies: 0
Views: 2,473
Posted By MillCreek

Something similar to the M2S all terrain scout?

The M2S All Terrain Scout intrigues me, at least until the point that I discovered that it would cost $300 to ship it to the Seattle area. I see most of these Chinese-made electric bikes as...
06-01-14, 08:14 AM
Replies: 10
Views: 1,154
Posted By MillCreek

Medic Zero is really spot on with the comments....

Medic Zero is really spot on with the comments. Rents are very much on an upward trajectory, especially within about a 10 mile radius of downtown Seattle. Seattle is very much into the Zipcar and...
06-01-14, 08:09 AM
Replies: 14
Views: 2,544
Posted By MillCreek

I would offer $ 125.

I would offer $ 125.
12-13-13, 08:47 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 1,010
Posted By MillCreek

http://www.consumersearch.com/exercise-bike-review...

http://www.consumersearch.com/exercise-bike-reviews/best-upright-exercise-bike
Forum: Road Cycling
08-27-13, 11:57 AM
Replies: 25
Views: 1,735
Posted By MillCreek

I am reminded of my crash back in 1996 when I...

I am reminded of my crash back in 1996 when I skidded on gravel, could not unclip in time due to sticky cleats and crashed over on my left side. Breaking my hip in the process.
01-16-13, 09:33 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 1,474
Posted By MillCreek

http://seattletimes.com/html/outdoors/2020148399_o...

http://seattletimes.com/html/outdoors/2020148399_odcenttrailxml.html

An article in the Seattle Times.
10-21-12, 10:36 AM
Replies: 7
Views: 1,474
Posted By MillCreek

Cool! So this means the new bridge is open and...

Cool! So this means the new bridge is open and the trail over the river is done up at the north end!
07-11-12, 06:42 PM
Replies: 43
Views: 2,939
Posted By MillCreek

I can certainly recommend Ciao pizza in...

I can certainly recommend Ciao pizza in Coupeville: http://www.ciaowhidbey.com/

The Ciao Bella and Coupe Ciao are not to be missed.
07-11-12, 06:49 AM
Replies: 43
Views: 2,939
Posted By MillCreek

I carry my Magellan Triton hiking/driving GPS...

I carry my Magellan Triton hiking/driving GPS with me on a new or unfamiliar ride. With rechargeable AA's, using the power saver features and turning it on only when needed, I easily get a whole day...
07-09-12, 06:30 PM
Replies: 43
Views: 2,939
Posted By MillCreek

Vashon is great fun, once you grind your way up...

Vashon is great fun, once you grind your way up the hill from the ferry. Centennial Trail from Snohomish up past Arlington is a great ride. The Tolt Pipeline is also good, if you have a mountain or...
07-09-12, 10:30 AM
Replies: 33
Views: 5,455
Posted By MillCreek

^^^ Such a rebel climbing over the fence/gate at...

^^^ Such a rebel climbing over the fence/gate at the end of the bridge. I should have done that. According to the Google Earth satellite views, you can see the trail construction and equipment...
07-05-12, 12:16 PM
Replies: 24
Views: 4,382
Posted By MillCreek

Welcome, neighbor. And we probably are...

Welcome, neighbor. And we probably are neighbors. I am in the same area.
07-04-12, 08:24 AM
Replies: 33
Views: 5,455
Posted By MillCreek

^^^ And the advantage of the Trafton route is...

^^^ And the advantage of the Trafton route is that you can hear your fillings hum as you go by the Jim Creek Naval Radio Station.
07-03-12, 03:15 PM
Replies: 33
Views: 5,455
Posted By MillCreek

Be sure to slow down to 10 MPH on the trail once...

Be sure to slow down to 10 MPH on the trail once you get into Renton. It is posted and they have occasional police enforcement. This comes from the tragedy a while back in which an elderly woman died...
07-03-12, 03:13 PM
Replies: 33
Views: 5,455
Posted By MillCreek

Be sure to check first on the ice caves. The...

Be sure to check first on the ice caves. The Forest Service was planning on closing the trail to do some explosive removal of winter deadfalls across the trails.
07-02-12, 11:47 AM
Replies: 33
Views: 5,455
Posted By MillCreek

You will likely be unpleasantly surprised by the...

You will likely be unpleasantly surprised by the amount of vehicle traffic on this stretch. It is pretty busy during the day.
07-02-12, 11:46 AM
Replies: 33
Views: 5,455
Posted By MillCreek

I periodically ride up to the end, and the trail...

I periodically ride up to the end, and the trail has been closed right at the bridge at Bryant. That new bridge is gorgeous. I will also be interested to see what is going to happen in Arlington,...
07-02-12, 07:01 AM
Replies: 33
Views: 5,455
Posted By MillCreek

http://www.heraldnet.com/article/20120702/NEWS01/7...

http://www.heraldnet.com/article/20120702/NEWS01/707029945#Rain-delays-work-on-final-leg-of-Centennial-Trail-

A story in today's Everett Herald about upcoming work on the Centennial and Whitehorse...
07-01-12, 02:47 PM
Replies: 33
Views: 5,455
Posted By MillCreek

Yes, that is the Whitehorse. Only a small...

Yes, that is the Whitehorse. Only a small stretch from downtown Darrington out towards Arlington is being actively maintained any more. Being closed does not mean that people and horses are not...
07-01-12, 01:54 PM
Replies: 33
Views: 5,455
Posted By MillCreek

I have done this same route many times, both on...

I have done this same route many times, both on dual-sport motorcycles and on mountain bikes. You will be fine. You will see that there is a fair amount of vehicular traffic on the road, even on...
06-03-12, 09:16 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 733
Posted By MillCreek

Kind of brutal, actually. A steep mountain...

Kind of brutal, actually. A steep mountain highway.
04-24-12, 03:12 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 1,029
Posted By MillCreek

The 'river' side of Highway 2 as it goes through...

The 'river' side of Highway 2 as it goes through the river canyon is somewhat narrow between the road and the guardrail, but still a few feet wide. The 'cliff' side on the highway has wider...
04-21-12, 11:57 AM
Replies: 17
Views: 1,352
Posted By MillCreek

I would be more enthused about riding 97 over...

I would be more enthused about riding 97 over Highway 2 over the pass. Highway 2 is dangerous enough on my motorcycles with the traffic and getting blown around by the trucks. I don't think I would...
04-19-12, 02:03 PM
Replies: 17
Views: 1,352
Posted By MillCreek

I am a diehard Canon DSLR person, but I cannot...

I am a diehard Canon DSLR person, but I cannot transport the body and glass on my bike. So I recently bought a Nikon AW-100 point and shoot at Costco. I primarily bought it because it is...
04-09-12, 02:00 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 636
Posted By MillCreek

Looking for white LED flasher for front

The Search function here seems to be broken. I am looking for a 2 AAA white LED front flasher. Exactly as my red LED rear flashers, but in white. I have been surprised how difficult it is to find...
04-08-12, 01:15 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 829
Posted By MillCreek

You could buy my 2008 Dahon Mu XL with the Alfine...

You could buy my 2008 Dahon Mu XL with the Alfine 8 speed hub, lights, racks and fully enclosed chain that is a great hill climber.
03-27-12, 04:29 PM
Replies: 24
Views: 4,382
Posted By MillCreek

I work for a large healthcare system and often...

I work for a large healthcare system and often have to travel between facilities in the Greater Puget Sound area. Here are my usual morning travel times with typical traffic and with all departures...
03-25-12, 10:16 AM
Replies: 24
Views: 4,382
Posted By MillCreek

I lived in Mukilteo for many years and now live...

I lived in Mukilteo for many years and now live in Mill Creek, a few miles east of Mukilteo. Harbour Pointe in Mukilteo, where I lived, is a planned development with lots and lots of quiet roads for...
01-20-12, 06:08 PM
Replies: 44
Views: 2,579
Posted By MillCreek

I topped out at 15 inches of snow on my patio...

I topped out at 15 inches of snow on my patio table in east Mill Creek yesterday afternoon. I have lived here for 11.5 years, and this is the most snow yet in a single week.
01-18-12, 06:04 PM
Replies: 44
Views: 2,579
Posted By MillCreek

According to my trusty ruler on the back patio,...

According to my trusty ruler on the back patio, 11 inches on the ground in Mill Creek as of 16:00 hours today.
11-20-11, 06:05 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 823
Posted By MillCreek

They opened the new segment of trail, just about...

They opened the new segment of trail, just about four or five weeks ago. I have not ridden it yet.
11-18-11, 06:14 PM
Replies: 55
Views: 4,611
Posted By MillCreek

I would be so much more persuaded in the OP's...

I would be so much more persuaded in the OP's contention if there was only some medical literature or opinion to back it up. I suspect he is not a neurologist and I have not seen any citations,...
10-27-11, 08:47 PM
Replies: 55
Views: 4,611
Posted By MillCreek

As a healthcare risk manager, I deal with this...

As a healthcare risk manager, I deal with this issue several times a year. The majority of states require that you be seizure-free for six months, and get a physician's certification accordingly,...
10-25-11, 08:31 PM
Replies: 55
Views: 4,611
Posted By MillCreek

Epilepsy is a very well-studied disease. I just...

Epilepsy is a very well-studied disease. I just did a Medline search using the terms "epileptic seizures from bicycle lights" and no relevant citations were returned. Using the term 'epilepsy'...
10-09-11, 10:46 AM
Replies: 7
Views: 1,509
Posted By MillCreek

Death of a bicyclist on an urban trail

http://www.heraldnet.com/article/20111009/NEWS01/710099956#Danger-on-trails

Interesting article about the death of a bicyclist on the Interurban Trail in Everett. The same issues exist on all the...
Forum: Commuting
09-20-11, 04:15 PM
Replies: 25
Views: 1,083
Posted By MillCreek

Although I am no doubt breaking the Foo code by...

Although I am no doubt breaking the Foo code by providing actual advice, I would go with the KHS. Newer and probably better components, and likely easier to find parts and accessories.
08-12-11, 08:05 AM
Replies: 12
Views: 1,566
Posted By MillCreek

I was the one who posted about the chipseal. If...

I was the one who posted about the chipseal. If you are using 23 mm lightweight tires on a road bicycle, you might have a problem. If you are using a wider tire, or a commuter tire, or something...
08-11-11, 01:13 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 1,078
Posted By MillCreek

Up here in Snohomish county, the blackberries are...

Up here in Snohomish county, the blackberries are still not being close to ripe. Still a lot of blossoms on the bushes, and tiny hard green berries.
08-06-11, 10:23 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 992
Posted By MillCreek

The traffic at these places is primarily on the...

The traffic at these places is primarily on the weekends. I would think you would have less motorized competition to contend with on a weekday, especially a Monday.
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