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Forum: Northeast
11-09-23, 09:11 AM
Replies: 114
Views: 22,782
Posted By 2metalhips

PSA, there is major trail damage/washouts on the...

PSA, there is major trail damage/washouts on the section south of Goodwin Forest also on the section approaching Wyndham. Bummer
Forum: Northeast
06-23-23, 05:28 AM
Replies: 114
Views: 22,782
Posted By 2metalhips

I have no idea, possibly because I rarely use...

I have no idea, possibly because I rarely use this forum.
Forum: Northeast
06-21-23, 10:54 AM
Replies: 114
Views: 22,782
Posted By 2metalhips

The section from Pomfret Station to the...

The section from Pomfret Station to the Quinnebaug river is incomplete, it should get the finished surface in the next 2 years or so including a safe descent to the river.

Did a century on 6/19,...
Forum: Northeast
03-07-23, 06:54 AM
Replies: 114
Views: 22,782
Posted By 2metalhips

The northbound section from Pomfret Station has...

The northbound section from Pomfret Station has been improved since 2017 with 2 new bridges and 2 under passes, but it is not as well finished as southbound. The Thompson section is improved for...
Forum: Northeast
03-06-23, 07:13 AM
Replies: 114
Views: 22,782
Posted By 2metalhips

That trail map is accurate, I ride it regularly....

That trail map is accurate, I ride it regularly. At this time of year the conditions may vary depending on weather and type of bike you use. I was there a week ago. Let me know if you have more...
Forum: Northeast
05-28-20, 01:02 PM
Replies: 114
Views: 22,782
Posted By 2metalhips

Trails are in very good shape.

Trails are in very good shape.
Forum: Pills and Ills
08-22-19, 08:45 AM
Replies: 18
Views: 2,094
Posted By 2metalhips

Eat plants, don't eat dead animals.

Eat plants, don't eat dead animals.
Forum: Northeast
08-17-19, 06:22 AM
Replies: 114
Views: 22,782
Posted By 2metalhips

Pomfret Station to East Hampton and back, 82...

Pomfret Station to East Hampton and back, 82 miles, trail is completely dry at this time, great conditions. FYI, the area between the East Hampton parking area and the Rapallo Viaduct is about to...
Forum: Northeast
08-13-19, 02:16 PM
Replies: 114
Views: 22,782
Posted By 2metalhips

Nice ride! There is a road route through Putnam...

Nice ride! There is a road route through Putnam and Thompson that takes you to a parking area on Rt 12 in Thompson that takes you back onto the Airline/SNETT.
How do you like your Rodeo Labs? I'm...
Forum: Northeast
08-09-19, 03:59 PM
Replies: 114
Views: 22,782
Posted By 2metalhips

Great job on the ride and blog, I've ridden those...

Great job on the ride and blog, I've ridden those sections many times. At some point in the future the Airline will extend from Pomfret Station to Putnam, right now they are installing sewer pipe...
Forum: Pills and Ills
05-31-19, 04:43 PM
Replies: 58
Views: 14,474
Posted By 2metalhips

I would suggest looking into...

I would suggest looking into masteringdiabetes.org for the latest science and evidence based research regarding diabetes, diet, lifestyle, and treatment.
Forum: Pills and Ills
05-27-19, 06:03 PM
Replies: 21
Views: 4,446
Posted By 2metalhips

Switch to a whole food plant based lifestyle and...

Switch to a whole food plant based lifestyle and throw your drugs away. Do some research, Dr Dean Ornish, Dr Caldwell Esselstyn, Dr Joel Furhman, Dr John McDougall, Dr Garth Davis, Dr Michael Greger,...
Forum: Northeast
10-24-18, 04:27 PM
Replies: 40
Views: 3,424
Posted By 2metalhips

A flood, yes, that's right. I was thinking of a...

A flood, yes, that's right. I was thinking of a different mill. I do remember reading about the flood. I saw a guy walking on the Airline trail with an ankle tracer bracelet once. I keep moving in...
Forum: Northeast
10-24-18, 01:11 PM
Replies: 40
Views: 3,424
Posted By 2metalhips

Thanks for the update, I found that old mill...

Thanks for the update, I found that old mill interesting. I think there was a major fire and that's what closed it down. Is that house with the red roof still for sale?
Forum: Pills and Ills
10-10-18, 12:02 PM
Replies: 50
Views: 5,244
Posted By 2metalhips

Yes, I agree, that is the first book I read on...

Yes, I agree, that is the first book I read on nutrition. I have read it three more times, so much information. It changed my life also.
Forum: Northeast
09-08-18, 05:37 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 883
Posted By 2metalhips

Thanks for the report.I'll have to check it out...

Thanks for the report.I'll have to check it out with my gravel bike. That's in better condition than the Ashuelot trail that also goes to Keene.
Forum: Northeast
09-08-18, 08:36 AM
Replies: 40
Views: 3,424
Posted By 2metalhips

Oh yeah

Oh yeah
Forum: Northeast
09-07-18, 03:00 PM
Replies: 40
Views: 3,424
Posted By 2metalhips

I ride a Salsa Warbird gravel bike. IMO a mtb is...

I ride a Salsa Warbird gravel bike. IMO a mtb is overkill for these types of trails. A drop bar gravel rig with 38-42c tires is just right. Rolls better and more hand positions.
Forum: Northeast
09-07-18, 11:37 AM
Replies: 40
Views: 3,424
Posted By 2metalhips

Yes! That's the one, been for sale over a year,...

Yes! That's the one, been for sale over a year, wow. It was beautiful inside, the owner let me in.
Forum: Northeast
09-06-18, 04:37 PM
Replies: 40
Views: 3,424
Posted By 2metalhips

Thanks for the pics and vid. There was a nice new...

Thanks for the pics and vid. There was a nice new house for sale right on the side of the trail just north of the covered bridge when I was there. Great location on the river.
Forum: Northeast
09-01-18, 04:13 PM
Replies: 40
Views: 3,424
Posted By 2metalhips

Yes, it's right on the other side of the Rt 63,...

Yes, it's right on the other side of the Rt 63, it parallels the road for a bit before heading into the woods.I believe the guide is correct, south a bit to an entrance and then north.
Forum: Pills and Ills
08-20-18, 04:40 PM
Replies: 34
Views: 3,324
Posted By 2metalhips

Read "How Not to Die" by Dr Michael Greger and...

Read "How Not to Die" by Dr Michael Greger and "The China Study" by T Colin Campbell, it could change your life. Good Luck.
Forum: Northeast
08-20-18, 02:24 PM
Replies: 40
Views: 3,424
Posted By 2metalhips

I did the southern section of the Ashuelot trail...

I did the southern section of the Ashuelot trail last year,I believe this is the section you are referring to. There is another section that runs north of Keene which I am not familiar with. The...
Forum: Pills and Ills
06-25-18, 05:48 AM
Replies: 84
Views: 13,548
Posted By 2metalhips

Read "The Haywire Heart"

Read "The Haywire Heart"
Forum: Pills and Ills
06-24-18, 12:29 PM
Replies: 50
Views: 5,244
Posted By 2metalhips

For those who have not had a cardiac event try a...

For those who have not had a cardiac event try a whole food plant based diet. Research Dr Caldwell Esselstyn (Prevent and Reverse heart disease), Dr Dean Ornish, Dr John MacDougall, Dr Garth Davis, T...
Forum: Northeast
05-09-18, 08:00 AM
Replies: 27
Views: 7,683
Posted By 2metalhips

Thanks, it was interesting and has potential.

Thanks, it was interesting and has potential.
Forum: Northeast
05-08-18, 06:35 PM
Replies: 27
Views: 7,683
Posted By 2metalhips

I rode the SNETT section from Millville to...

I rode the SNETT section from Millville to Frankllin and back. 22 miles total, Millville and Blackstone is paved, there is a short section in Blackstone on streets, after that the trail becomes fair...
Forum: Northeast
04-16-18, 06:08 AM
Replies: 114
Views: 22,782
Posted By 2metalhips

The trail is totally unpaved, so it depends on...

The trail is totally unpaved, so it depends on what size tires you are running on the tandem. Some of the trail is smooth, other places not so much. I recommend a minimum of 32c, I use 35-38-42c....
Forum: Northeast
04-12-18, 06:44 AM
Replies: 114
Views: 22,782
Posted By 2metalhips

All down trees cleared out in this section. A...

All down trees cleared out in this section. A couple of weeks ago there were some trees down in the Pomfret section but they may be clear by now.
Forum: Northeast
04-11-18, 05:41 PM
Replies: 114
Views: 22,782
Posted By 2metalhips

50 miles today, Goodwin to Willimantic, jumped on...

50 miles today, Goodwin to Willimantic, jumped on the Hop River trail, up to Bolton Notch and back. 95% dirt, trail in good condition, all clear.
Forum: Pills and Ills
03-03-18, 07:56 PM
Replies: 18
Views: 1,941
Posted By 2metalhips

The overwhelming majority of people in developed...

The overwhelming majority of people in developed nations are getting an excess of protein in their diets. Too much protein leads to major health problems as you have experienced.
Forum: Northeast
02-28-18, 04:04 PM
Replies: 114
Views: 22,782
Posted By 2metalhips

Pomfret Staion to Wyndham and back today, 37...

Pomfret Staion to Wyndham and back today, 37 miiles, very good conditions for this time of year. Just a few wet spots but very little mud or soft spots. Spotted an immature bald eagle not far from...
Forum: Pills and Ills
02-17-18, 01:55 PM
Replies: 37
Views: 4,824
Posted By 2metalhips

Ex runner here, night splints as mentioned...

Ex runner here, night splints as mentioned earlier work really well.
Forum: Northeast
02-10-18, 05:31 PM
Replies: 114
Views: 22,782
Posted By 2metalhips

The rain tonight and tomorrow will wipe out the...

The rain tonight and tomorrow will wipe out the ice but it will be muddy for a while. Bummer about your derailleur. I recently got something stuck in my rear fender, stick or rock, not sure. Folded...
Forum: Northeast
02-09-18, 03:07 PM
Replies: 114
Views: 22,782
Posted By 2metalhips

I haven't been there this week, but I think it...

I haven't been there this week, but I think it will be a mixture of bare ground, frozen snow and ice. Not too good.
Forum: Pills and Ills
01-22-18, 01:56 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 2,547
Posted By 2metalhips

masi61, if you have arthritis in your hip joint...

masi61, if you have arthritis in your hip joint it will get progressivly worse and you will need a replacement. as long as you have the right surgeon it can be a very successful procedure. The wrong...
Forum: Pills and Ills
11-05-17, 07:12 AM
Replies: 106
Views: 13,676
Posted By 2metalhips

I agree that cycling and exercise is the best...

I agree that cycling and exercise is the best thing ever, but you cannot out train or out run or out drug a poor diet. You are what you eat. Hero athlete or not.

https://nutritionfacts.org/
Forum: Pills and Ills
11-03-17, 02:47 PM
Replies: 106
Views: 13,676
Posted By 2metalhips

https://nutritionfacts.org/ Diet, not...

https://nutritionfacts.org/


Diet, not drugs is the answer.
Forum: Pills and Ills
07-15-17, 01:46 PM
Replies: 22
Views: 13,515
Posted By 2metalhips

I had both done in 09, 56 at the time, both same...

I had both done in 09, 56 at the time, both same day, Birmingham Resurfacing. At about 6 weeks I was on the trainer, was a bit tricky getting on an off, had to use a little step ladder. Gentle SAFE...
Forum: Northeast
05-13-17, 02:57 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 1,690
Posted By 2metalhips

Thanks, a little tired. Went for a walk. Not bad...

Thanks, a little tired. Went for a walk. Not bad for an old f*ck!
Forum: Northeast
05-13-17, 10:26 AM
Replies: 114
Views: 22,782
Posted By 2metalhips

I started a new thread in relation to the Air...

I started a new thread in relation to the Air Line/SNETT.
Forum: Northeast
05-13-17, 10:22 AM
Replies: 11
Views: 3,654
Posted By 2metalhips

I started a new thread relating to the SNETT/DSF.

I started a new thread relating to the SNETT/DSF.
Forum: Northeast
05-13-17, 10:19 AM
Replies: 2
Views: 1,690
Posted By 2metalhips

Air Line/SNETT/BV Greenway/RI

So this is a point to point ride starting at the Rt 12 Air Line parking area in Thompson Ct. ending at the Rt 295 rest area in Lincoln RI. Not for beginners but doable for experienced riders up for a...
Forum: Northeast
05-01-17, 08:51 AM
Replies: 114
Views: 22,782
Posted By 2metalhips

No, much smaller, the size of the black rubber in...

No, much smaller, the size of the black rubber in that pic. I got it as a gag gift many years ago, never thought I would use it, but it works well.
Forum: Northeast
04-30-17, 06:17 AM
Replies: 114
Views: 22,782
Posted By 2metalhips

Pretty busy esp south of Willi. A couple of horse...

Pretty busy esp south of Willi. A couple of horse back riders, lots of walkers and riders, lots of wildlife, birds, turtles, snakes. Good to see people out there. I use a small horn to alert others,...
Forum: Northeast
04-29-17, 04:12 PM
Replies: 114
Views: 22,782
Posted By 2metalhips

70 miles on the Airline today, Pomfret to Hebron...

70 miles on the Airline today, Pomfret to Hebron plus the Colchester spur and back. Perfect conditions!
Forum: Northeast
04-10-17, 08:18 AM
Replies: 114
Views: 22,782
Posted By 2metalhips

Gravel riding is great and is the new frontier,...

Gravel riding is great and is the new frontier, more enjoyable (to me) and much safer than road riding.
Forum: Northeast
04-09-17, 06:55 PM
Replies: 114
Views: 22,782
Posted By 2metalhips

Those are great photos of the Airline..... That...

Those are great photos of the Airline..... That ride was to a bog/swamp/heron rookery just before the trail turns to pavement just on the eastern outskirts of Willi, 18 miles. It is about 21 miles to...
Forum: Northeast
04-06-17, 04:03 PM
Replies: 114
Views: 22,782
Posted By 2metalhips

It is 12 miles north to Pomfret Station, all...

It is 12 miles north to Pomfret Station, all dirt, a bit rough at first but then it gets smoother. After PS it is a bit unimproved but plans are in place to finish it to Putnam.

6 miles south to...
Forum: Northeast
03-30-17, 06:15 PM
Replies: 114
Views: 22,782
Posted By 2metalhips

Oh yeah. Needed some solar power. Get lost March,...

Oh yeah. Needed some solar power. Get lost March, we won't miss you.
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