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Forum: Advocacy & Safety
07-09-11, 12:46 AM
Replies: 77
Views: 3,383
Posted By LJ325

So anyway... I have a t-shirt with block letters...

So anyway... I have a t-shirt with block letters on the back that read POLICE. Since I've been wearing that, I've enjoyed a much wider berth on the road. Life is good and I'm not doing anything...
Forum: Advocacy & Safety
07-08-11, 01:28 AM
Replies: 77
Views: 3,383
Posted By LJ325

I did consider the fact that there are some...

I did consider the fact that there are some people who have severe disdain for the police - but I figured the hatred and disrespect for police was much, much less than that of cyclists.

I'm doing...
Forum: Advocacy & Safety
07-07-11, 07:19 PM
Replies: 77
Views: 3,383
Posted By LJ325

No disrespect intended but your police friend was...

No disrespect intended but your police friend was wrong. However, if you claim to be a police officer, you can be in legal trouble. A T-shirt saying ANYTHING is protected by the 1st Amendment.
Forum: Advocacy & Safety
07-07-11, 06:39 PM
Replies: 77
Views: 3,383
Posted By LJ325

I bought a new t-shirt that reads POLICE on the back

It's black with white block lettering. People give me a wider berth on the road. No more close calls with sideview mirrors. Eleven rides so far, all between 20 and 50 miles. Funny how that works....
Forum: Great Lakes
07-03-11, 05:51 PM
Replies: 6,086
Views: 326,963
Posted By LJ325

I rode 25 miles out to Elizabeth Park then turned...

I rode 25 miles out to Elizabeth Park then turned around and rode 15 miles over to the Ambassador Bridge.

Detroit is such a rat hole. Building after building after building gutted by fire then...
Forum: Great Lakes
09-28-10, 05:36 AM
Replies: 6,086
Views: 326,963
Posted By LJ325

101.33 miles yesterday. My knees are killing me...

101.33 miles yesterday. My knees are killing me today. I rode from Downriver Detroit down to Ohio and back. I was nearly hit by one of those crazy idiots driving a gravel truck near Point Mouille....
Forum: Training & Nutrition
09-22-10, 12:12 AM
Replies: 13
Views: 1,217
Posted By LJ325

I appreciate the idea. Thank you.

I appreciate the idea. Thank you.
Forum: Training & Nutrition
09-21-10, 10:31 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 1,217
Posted By LJ325

Thanks for the reply. I'm using pedals with...

Thanks for the reply. I'm using pedals with stirrups.
Forum: Training & Nutrition
09-21-10, 09:27 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 1,217
Posted By LJ325

Knee Pain will be the end of me

Over the past couple of months I've read everything I could find on post ride knee pain. I deduced quite easily that I suffer from iliotibial band syndrome. I've tried adjusting my foot position on...
Forum: Great Lakes
09-21-10, 07:16 AM
Replies: 6,086
Views: 326,963
Posted By LJ325

72.27 miles this morning. I rolled out of the...

72.27 miles this morning. I rolled out of the driveway at 1:30 AM and made it back home by 7:30 AM. The wind was bit bothersome heading down to South Monroe but was quite welcome on the return trip....
Forum: Great Lakes
09-14-10, 02:18 AM
Replies: 6,086
Views: 326,963
Posted By LJ325

Back to my old routine - 45 miles to start off...

Back to my old routine - 45 miles to start off the day. I need to reconnoiter a few new routes though. No one had anything decent in the downriver area on mapmyride.com. I'll keep hunting. I'd...
Forum: Great Lakes
09-09-10, 06:02 AM
Replies: 6,086
Views: 326,963
Posted By LJ325

Another 45 miles. Same route, down Jefferson and...

Another 45 miles. Same route, down Jefferson and looping Grosse Ile. Ran into the same deer hanging out near the airfield. Also saw three big, healthy does near King road, on Fritz Enterprise...
Forum: Great Lakes
09-07-10, 02:39 PM
Replies: 6,086
Views: 326,963
Posted By LJ325

45 miles including a loop around Grosse Ile. A...

45 miles including a loop around Grosse Ile. A tad windy today.
Forum: Commuting
08-27-10, 05:22 AM
Replies: 78
Views: 3,410
Posted By LJ325

Hahaha! Outf**kingstanding. I like it. :D

Hahaha! Outf**kingstanding. I like it. :D
Forum: Clydesdales/Athenas (200+ lb / 91+ kg)
08-27-10, 05:17 AM
Replies: 12
Views: 648
Posted By LJ325

Patience and continuous challenges - that's the...

Patience and continuous challenges - that's the ticket. Pick a more difficult route, ride it for a week then pick a harder one. Repeat as necessary.

I had to give up bike riding for nearly four...
Forum: Great Lakes
08-27-10, 03:27 AM
Replies: 6,086
Views: 326,963
Posted By LJ325

52 miles this morning. Dogs were barking madly...

52 miles this morning. Dogs were barking madly and chasing after me in four different places along the route. Fortunately I ride faster than they run. One was a pit bull. That was a bit unnerving.
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
08-24-10, 03:56 PM
Replies: 53
Views: 2,457
Posted By LJ325

If I don't get in at least 100 miles per week, I...

If I don't get in at least 100 miles per week, I feel like a slug. And hey, today is only Tuesday and I've already met that goal. Maybe I'll hit 200. :)

I love riding my bike. Nothing else...
Forum: Great Lakes
08-24-10, 03:41 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 690
Posted By LJ325

Check out this link concerning possible causes...

Check out this link concerning possible causes for knee pain :: http://www.cptips.com/knee.htm

Good luck.
Forum: Great Lakes
08-24-10, 03:59 AM
Replies: 6,086
Views: 326,963
Posted By LJ325

35 yesterday, 40 today.

35 yesterday, 40 today.
Forum: Advocacy & Safety
08-20-10, 11:53 AM
Replies: 663
Views: 28,136
Posted By LJ325

You have to be crazy or just flat out stupid to...

You have to be crazy or just flat out stupid to ride a bike on 287. That's tantamount to pedaling down the interstate. I ride past that area almost daily. I take a short 1/8th mile hop along the...
Forum: Great Lakes
08-20-10, 08:59 AM
Replies: 6,086
Views: 326,963
Posted By LJ325

I'll be living in the Downriver area. Check out...

I'll be living in the Downriver area. Check out mapmyride.com - much better than mapquest.
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
08-19-10, 01:05 PM
Replies: 41
Views: 19,743
Posted By LJ325

The only thing between me and my cycling shorts...

The only thing between me and my cycling shorts is Bag Balm.
Forum: Great Lakes
08-19-10, 01:03 PM
Replies: 6,086
Views: 326,963
Posted By LJ325

I'm getting in as much seat time as possible...

I'm getting in as much seat time as possible before I leave Texas and return to Michigan next week. There's a lot of wide open and desolate areas to ride in peace and quiet. I put in 40 miles this...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
08-17-10, 11:00 AM
Replies: 61
Views: 17,059
Posted By LJ325

I wear sunglasses made to protect firearms...

I wear sunglasses made to protect firearms enthusiasts. I also wear clear shooting glasses on night rides. One close call is all it took for me to wear them religiously.

I dig having eyesight.
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
08-16-10, 11:36 AM
Replies: 15
Views: 1,230
Posted By LJ325

Twice I've seen cyclists walking their bikes...

Twice I've seen cyclists walking their bikes through Kroger this past month. No one gave them a second look.
Forum: Road Cycling
08-13-10, 07:35 PM
Replies: 33
Views: 1,456
Posted By LJ325

Everyday I do a four mile warm up, stretch then...

Everyday I do a four mile warm up, stretch then complete my 20 - 40. I feel great after that little pause at the beginning. I wouldn't have it any other way.

And anyone who claims you'll injure...
Forum: Commuting
08-13-10, 07:25 PM
Replies: 1
Views: 363
Posted By LJ325

I felt the same way this morning. On Thursday I...

I felt the same way this morning. On Thursday I felt like a machine. This morning I felt like a rock. I decided to call it quits after 20 miles.
Forum: Clydesdales/Athenas (200+ lb / 91+ kg)
08-13-10, 04:51 PM
Replies: 31
Views: 1,870
Posted By LJ325

I wake up very early. My entire ride is prior to...

I wake up very early. My entire ride is prior to sunrise. I roll out of bed and mechanically get dressed and hop on my bike. I do 20-40 miles every single day. I get home, shower, eat breakfast...
Forum: Texas
08-13-10, 06:47 AM
Replies: 0
Views: 726
Posted By LJ325

Meteor Showers

I ride at night. 20-40 miles daily, M-F. This past week has been unusually enjoyable. I've seen over a dozen big, bright shooting stars. I heard on the news that it's a common sight in August as...
Forum: Road Cycling
04-07-10, 07:03 PM
Replies: 33
Views: 1,675
Posted By LJ325

If it's a short ride up to 30 miles, I make do...

If it's a short ride up to 30 miles, I make do with a typical breakfast an hour prior and bring along water. Over 30 and I'll bring along a jam sandwich or two. I've never had a problem...
Forum: Advocacy & Safety
10-14-09, 08:17 PM
Replies: 275
Views: 10,171
Posted By LJ325

I do not advocate any law where there is no...

I do not advocate any law where there is no victim.


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Forum: Classic & Vintage
10-14-09, 04:54 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 1,298
Posted By LJ325

I ordered from them twice this month because they...

I ordered from them twice this month because they had the best price on both products. Quick shipping, good packaging and both items were in perfect / as advertised condition. They only have about...
Forum: Advocacy & Safety
10-14-09, 04:47 PM
Replies: 122
Views: 5,113
Posted By LJ325

I completely agree. But according to the "brave"...

I completely agree. But according to the "brave" people in this thread, avoiding a fight and reporting the motorists to law enforcement is a cowards way out and makes us apologists.

:rolleyes:
...
Forum: Advocacy & Safety
10-14-09, 04:45 PM
Replies: 122
Views: 5,113
Posted By LJ325

Advocating conflict avoidance to reduce the...

Advocating conflict avoidance to reduce the likelihood of getting smeared all over the road makes one an apologist for the one doing the smearing, huh? I'd say you're about as sharp as a bowling...
Forum: Advocacy & Safety
10-14-09, 04:41 PM
Replies: 122
Views: 5,113
Posted By LJ325

Cowering? You consider yourself brave for...

Cowering? You consider yourself brave for getting into a confrontation with some crazed driver? lol What are you, a teenager?



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Forum: Advocacy & Safety
10-14-09, 03:04 PM
Replies: 122
Views: 5,113
Posted By LJ325

Leaving your bike unchained doesn't justify theft...

Leaving your bike unchained doesn't justify theft but you wouldn't do it, would you?
**** is never justified but you wouldn't suggest a scantily clad woman go walking around Detroit in the middle of...
Forum: Road Cycling
10-14-09, 02:53 PM
Replies: 28
Views: 1,982
Posted By LJ325

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Is there a full body version?

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Forum: Road Cycling
10-14-09, 08:54 AM
Replies: 26
Views: 5,399
Posted By LJ325

I bought the Red Zeppelin in response to this and...

I bought the Red Zeppelin in response to this and another recommendation posted on BF. I finally used it today. It is simple to operate and works perfectly. I couldn't be happier. It only took a...
Forum: Training & Nutrition
10-11-09, 07:51 AM
Replies: 10
Views: 692
Posted By LJ325

In what age group are you? Knocking out two...

In what age group are you?

Knocking out two and a quarter centuries in three days, taking a few days off then exploding with energy... I'd guess you're relatively young.

Good job, by the way....
Forum: Texas
10-10-09, 11:31 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 1,498
Posted By LJ325

You will be fined heavily and likely imprisoned...

You will be fined heavily and likely imprisoned for a few years if you fail to pay attention and kill someone on a road crew but if you kill a cyclist, don't sweat it. Some animals are more equal...
Forum: Training & Nutrition
09-22-09, 06:46 PM
Replies: 20
Views: 2,014
Posted By LJ325

I read this thread when it was first posted - I'm...

I read this thread when it was first posted - I'm glad to hear everything came back within normal limits. Your suspicion of food / water deficiency is probably correct. Better luck next time. Stay...
Forum: Texas
09-22-09, 06:36 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 798
Posted By LJ325

I knew the forecast ahead of time. I was able to...

I knew the forecast ahead of time. I was able to knock out 60 miles while it was still bright, sunny and in the 90s. I don't care for riding in the rain. I don't trust drivers right after it...
Forum: Texas
09-22-09, 02:28 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 1,933
Posted By LJ325

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Forum: Texas
09-22-09, 12:03 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 1,933
Posted By LJ325

I take I-20 east to 360 south. 360 south to camp...

I take I-20 east to 360 south. 360 south to camp wisdom east - camp wisdom to lake ridge south - lake ridge to 67 south (I take a detour up mansfield toward cedar hill so I can hit that big hill - I...
Forum: Texas
09-02-09, 03:31 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 803
Posted By LJ325

Thanks. I recognize your user name from the same...

Thanks. I recognize your user name from the same place.

I've only ridden solo up to this point. :)
Forum: Advocacy & Safety
09-02-09, 03:24 PM
Replies: 134
Views: 6,795
Posted By LJ325

You apparently missed a few doses of your Midol. ...

You apparently missed a few doses of your Midol. Untwist your panties and catch up, little one.

I'm not sure why anyone would pose as a paramedic. I guess if you're a grocery bagger or bus boy,...
Forum: Advocacy & Safety
09-01-09, 07:37 PM
Replies: 134
Views: 6,795
Posted By LJ325

You're not going to start crying, are you?

You're not going to start crying, are you?
Forum: Advocacy & Safety
09-01-09, 07:03 PM
Replies: 134
Views: 6,795
Posted By LJ325

It certainly doesn't break my heart when I scrape...

It certainly doesn't break my heart when I scrape adults off the street who've cracked their skulls open. They, like a number of the posters participating in this discussion, thought they were...
Forum: Advocacy & Safety
09-01-09, 06:49 PM
Replies: 134
Views: 6,795
Posted By LJ325

Listen, half-wit, it wouldn't take a 12 year old...

Listen, half-wit, it wouldn't take a 12 year old to over-intellectualize your level of thought.

How much sense does it take to understand that when your head comes into contact with a hard surface...
Forum: Advocacy & Safety
09-01-09, 04:52 PM
Replies: 134
Views: 6,795
Posted By LJ325

Working as a paramedic for nearly a decade, I...

Working as a paramedic for nearly a decade, I have too often witnessed the the injurious and fatal effects caused by those who opted out of wearing a helmet. Otherwise minor accidents turned into...
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