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Forum: Southern California
05-12-23, 06:19 PM
Replies: 74
Views: 11,703
Posted By lilpoindexter

SNAKE!!! SART...up north...in riverside i was...

SNAKE!!!
SART...up north...in riverside i was on the SART between Van Buren and Martha McLean-Anza Narrows Park head up to Mt Rubidoux in Riverside. I thought it was a rope, or a cable....but as I...
Forum: Southern California
11-26-17, 08:38 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 1,667
Posted By lilpoindexter

SART between Norco and Yorba Linda (Prado Dam)

Hello:
Is there a way to get from Norco to Yorba linda on the Santa Ana River trail, or something following the Santa Ana river more or less? I see a dirt path along the river from the 15...but then...
Forum: Southern California
03-06-17, 12:05 AM
Replies: 156
Views: 19,057
Posted By lilpoindexter

DAMMMN! I've been off my bike for 3 years. I...

DAMMMN!

I've been off my bike for 3 years. I frequently rode from Yorba Linda down to the beach...there were always a few homeless there...but nothing like today...WOW. I just tuned up my Fuji,...
Forum: Southern California
10-28-16, 07:06 PM
Replies: 25
Views: 2,475
Posted By lilpoindexter

Besides clueless pedestrians, I also HATE the big...

Besides clueless pedestrians, I also HATE the big biking groups a-holes that ride fast in a big cluster...such a big cluster that a bunch of them go over the center line into my line.
Forum: Southern California
10-08-16, 03:01 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 1,287
Posted By lilpoindexter

I used to park off of PCH where the trail meets...

I used to park off of PCH where the trail meets pch, near a Goodwill. Of course i only drove beaters at the time. There are always plenty of cars parked there, and i never had a problem with my...
Forum: Southern California
02-07-16, 10:01 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 1,255
Posted By lilpoindexter

The power went out 2x for a few seconds...just...

The power went out 2x for a few seconds...just enough for everybody to look up from their TV or phone for a few seconds.
Forum: Southern California
02-07-16, 09:57 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 1,611
Posted By lilpoindexter

You sound like a dick. Good riddance.

You sound like a dick. Good riddance.
Forum: South America, Latin America & Caribbean
09-14-15, 09:51 PM
Replies: 1
Views: 1,436
Posted By lilpoindexter

Hola

Hola
Forum: Southern California
09-01-14, 10:56 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 3,813
Posted By lilpoindexter

How about some pics/

How about some pics/
Forum: Southern California
08-17-14, 02:36 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 2,072
Posted By lilpoindexter

I found about this trail last week... I went from...

I found about this trail last week... I went from Claremont to Maple ave...round trip about 38 miles. Like everyone else says, it would be a nice trail if it werent for the frequent street crossings....
Forum: Hybrid Bicycles
04-08-14, 12:04 AM
Replies: 29
Views: 7,501
Posted By lilpoindexter

The ugliness is a theft prevention feature.

The ugliness is a theft prevention feature.
Forum: Southern California
01-10-14, 07:58 PM
Replies: 30
Views: 2,483
Posted By lilpoindexter

AHA...I always assumed the wind only bothered me...

AHA...I always assumed the wind only bothered me on this trail because I ride a hybrid.
Forum: Hybrid Bicycles
11-25-13, 09:41 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 1,921
Posted By lilpoindexter

Cool...I bought stuff mail order from Tree Fort...

Cool...I bought stuff mail order from Tree Fort Bikes now that I live in Southern California...when I lived in Canton, MI, I never bought anything from them.
Forum: Hybrid Bicycles
10-12-13, 06:33 PM
Replies: 14
Views: 2,890
Posted By lilpoindexter

345717 I have about 1200 miles on mine,...

345717
I have about 1200 miles on mine, purchased in January of this year...the only problem is that now I want a road bike.
Forum: Southern California
10-06-13, 10:40 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 671
Posted By lilpoindexter

I went. It was fun. Not the place to try to set...

I went. It was fun. Not the place to try to set speed records, but a nice little day out enjoying Los Angeles from angles that are otherwise impossible to catch. I love these events. 344628
Forum: Southern California
09-14-13, 08:56 AM
Replies: 38
Views: 9,999
Posted By lilpoindexter

CalamariChris...you are my hero. I've done bits...

CalamariChris...you are my hero. I've done bits and pieces of your ride, but never all together.
Forum: Southern California
09-14-13, 08:37 AM
Replies: 30
Views: 2,412
Posted By lilpoindexter

I try to stick to paved bike paths like Marvin...

I try to stick to paved bike paths like Marvin Braude, LA RIO, etc, but sometimes, it's just really convenient to ride on the streets. I grit my teeth and hope for the best, and hope if I get hit,...
Forum: Hybrid Bicycles
09-07-13, 11:33 PM
Replies: 25
Views: 3,114
Posted By lilpoindexter

I bought a hybrid after not riding a bike for...

I bought a hybrid after not riding a bike for years...I kind of wish I had gotten a road bike. I feel like I'm pedaling a sailboat half the time.
Forum: Hybrid Bicycles
09-07-13, 11:31 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 2,922
Posted By lilpoindexter

I didn't get a bike with that thing because it...

I didn't get a bike with that thing because it looked like it would break.:lol:
Forum: Hybrid Bicycles
09-01-13, 09:12 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 1,600
Posted By lilpoindexter

I have a 2013 21" Fuji Absolute 1.4. I'm 5' 11"...

I have a 2013 21" Fuji Absolute 1.4. I'm 5' 11" 195 lbs with shorter arms and legs than typical for 5 11. I put a shorter stem on my 1.4, and it's been perfect ever since. Performance bike has the...
Forum: Southern California
08-23-13, 10:01 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 1,129
Posted By lilpoindexter

Sorry to hear this happened...don't let it stop...

Sorry to hear this happened...don't let it stop you from being a helpful person.
Forum: Southern California
08-04-13, 10:23 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 682
Posted By lilpoindexter

What flavor was the big gulp?

What flavor was the big gulp?
Forum: Hybrid Bicycles
08-04-13, 10:13 PM
Replies: 32
Views: 10,368
Posted By lilpoindexter

i rode my Hybrid 51 miles on Saturday. On...

i rode my Hybrid 51 miles on Saturday. On pavement/ streets/beach boardwalk/ very light off road I averaged 16 mph over the entire journey. I have gained a hell of a lot of stamina and strength since...
Forum: Hybrid Bicycles
08-04-13, 10:02 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 3,398
Posted By lilpoindexter

I bought a Fuji Absolute 1.4 as a xmas 2012...

I bought a Fuji Absolute 1.4 as a xmas 2012 present to myself...I'm going to hit 1000 miles on it tommorrow (i have a 1/2 day vacation :)).
I have a 21" frame..it's the right size for my height, but...
Forum: Hybrid Bicycles
08-04-13, 09:42 PM
Replies: 127
Views: 10,035
Posted By lilpoindexter

i put a new stem on my bike today...i rode it up...

i put a new stem on my bike today...i rode it up and down my street about 400 feet without a helmet...but not something I consciously set out to do.
Forum: Southern California
08-04-13, 09:33 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 652
Posted By lilpoindexter

So Comeback...The weather this weekend was...

So Comeback...The weather this weekend was ridiculously good....cooler than usual, about 80F most places, partly sunny...
Forum: Hybrid Bicycles
08-04-13, 12:16 AM
Replies: 141
Views: 66,637
Posted By lilpoindexter

Yeah 1998 says "spruce green" which mine is, and...

Yeah 1998 says "spruce green" which mine is, and the frame and fork are both steel.
Forum: Hybrid Bicycles
08-04-13, 12:13 AM
Replies: 23
Views: 7,001
Posted By lilpoindexter

Put it out by the trash, someone will grab it...

Put it out by the trash, someone will grab it before the trash man comes, they will use it or sell for a couple of bucks to someone that will enjoy it for a while.
Forum: Hybrid Bicycles
07-31-13, 09:09 PM
Replies: 141
Views: 66,637
Posted By lilpoindexter

332264 My 1999 (?) Univega Via Montega. I...

332264
My 1999 (?) Univega Via Montega. I bought it June 2012...I hadn't had a bike in years. It was replaced in Dec 2012 by a 2013 Fuji Absolute 1.4 :love:. I found I really enjoy bicycling around...
Forum: Southern California
06-21-13, 10:27 PM
Replies: 19
Views: 763
Posted By lilpoindexter

I'm going to try this saturday: ...

I'm going to try this saturday:
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=0lw5L2saKKk
And ciclavia Sunday.
Forum: Hybrid Bicycles
06-21-13, 10:21 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 22,519
Posted By lilpoindexter

I bought a Fuji Absolute 1.4 about 6 months...

I bought a Fuji Absolute 1.4 about 6 months ago...looking at your bike and mine, at first i thought i got ripped off, but then I noticed several key differences:carbon fork, 700x28 tires, deep skinny...
Forum: Hybrid Bicycles
06-21-13, 10:09 PM
Replies: 57
Views: 15,902
Posted By lilpoindexter

I ride on paved trails in LA/OC. Very...

I ride on paved trails in LA/OC. Very occaisionally I hit a rough patch of ground that makes me wish I had suspension. But 95% of the time, I'm glad I am not being weighed down by some crappy...
Forum: Hybrid Bicycles
06-14-13, 08:34 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 13,228
Posted By lilpoindexter

Buy the new bike..live it up! Get the TREK if you...

Buy the new bike..live it up! Get the TREK if you feel excited to ride it. I was going to get a 7.3 or 7.4, but Then I rode FUJI's Absolute 1.4 and 1.3, and decided the 1.4 was good for me. So far...
Forum: Hybrid Bicycles
05-31-13, 07:20 PM
Replies: 15
Views: 1,488
Posted By lilpoindexter

The guy with the trek said he was willing to...

The guy with the trek said he was willing to negotiate...
Forum: Fitting Your Bike
05-31-13, 07:15 PM
Replies: 29
Views: 4,356
Posted By lilpoindexter

I have been riding for about a year now. I...

I have been riding for about a year now. I started with the factory seat on a hybrid, and then I put a big padded Sunlite Cloud 9 seat on my bike. It was comfortable for the first 10 minutes, but...
Forum: Hybrid Bicycles
05-31-13, 07:10 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 8,916
Posted By lilpoindexter

I got lucky and got my first decent bike (Univega...

I got lucky and got my first decent bike (Univega ViaMontega) off craigslist for $130 a year ago. I would recommend a local bike ship that has used bikes, or consignment sales.
Forum: Hybrid Bicycles
05-31-13, 07:05 PM
Replies: 124
Views: 17,855
Posted By lilpoindexter

I pass road bikes all the time on my hybrid on...

I pass road bikes all the time on my hybrid on the paved trails all over SoCal. I was much fatter when I bought my bike...i was trying to get more fit. Why would I want to pretend I'm some hard core,...
Forum: Hybrid Bicycles
05-31-13, 06:52 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 20,008
Posted By lilpoindexter

HEY MAN!...This was the same dilemma I had about...

HEY MAN!...This was the same dilemma I had about 6 months ago. I was comparing both bikes. I am 5' 11", with a longer torso and shorter arms and legs that typical for 5' 11". I ended up getting a...
Forum: Southern California
05-18-13, 05:05 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 892
Posted By lilpoindexter

Blown Away by the nice cyclists on LA RIO

I was riding north on the LA RIO just past Alondra when I got my first flat of the year.
I thought...FINALLY I get to use that tire patch kit and tools that I always take with me...
A little sliver...
Forum: Hybrid Bicycles
05-07-13, 07:15 PM
Replies: 18
Views: 6,917
Posted By lilpoindexter

I remember looking at TREKS with the rubber block...

I remember looking at TREKS with the rubber block in the back of the frame...I thought it would make the ride springy, and make you pedal less efficiently...I was also concerned the block would...
Forum: Southern California
05-01-13, 08:32 PM
Replies: 21
Views: 3,066
Posted By lilpoindexter

Nice. I hate that I have to drive to Yorba Linda...

Nice. I hate that I have to drive to Yorba Linda just so I won't get shot at.
Forum: Southern California
04-21-13, 03:06 PM
Replies: 64
Views: 3,952
Posted By lilpoindexter

I went. It was cool. If you didn't go, you should...

I went. It was cool. If you didn't go, you should have. It was crowded...very, very crowded. Some dudes (both cyclists and non cyclists) insisted on making asses of themselves by trying to weave in...
Forum: Southern California
04-15-13, 06:37 PM
Replies: 64
Views: 3,952
Posted By lilpoindexter

The Boston bombing happened earlier today. Will...

The Boston bombing happened earlier today. Will this change anyone's mind about attending ciclavia, or any other large public gathering?
Forum: Hybrid Bicycles
04-14-13, 08:16 PM
Replies: 57
Views: 4,667
Posted By lilpoindexter

A topeak Roadmorph A sticky patch kit two...

A topeak Roadmorph
A sticky patch kit
two levers
phone, mp3 player, wallet, car key
my gps....one day I'll get a smartphone
one water bottle...but I just ordered another frame cage for a 2nd...
Forum: Southern California
03-27-13, 08:14 PM
Replies: 64
Views: 3,952
Posted By lilpoindexter

HMMM, I just might participate in my first...

HMMM, I just might participate in my first ciclavia.
Hmmm...just saw some pics....lots of icky joggers clogging up the path, like with all bike paths.
Forum: Southern California
03-15-13, 06:14 AM
Replies: 49
Views: 3,727
Posted By lilpoindexter

Cali kicks ass no matter what you called it...I'm...

Cali kicks ass no matter what you called it...I'm LA native that lived in Detroit for 10 years, then I moved back...I love it...I'll never live anywhere else again....
Forum: Southern California
03-15-13, 06:12 AM
Replies: 1
Views: 701
Posted By lilpoindexter

San Diego Bike trail similar to SART from Yorba Linda to HB

Hello:
Sometimes I ride the Santa Ana River trail from Yorba Linda to Huntington Beach and back. Is there a similar paved trail in San Diego?
i'm going to be down there for other things, and I...
Forum: Southern California
03-13-13, 10:13 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 742
Posted By lilpoindexter

SGRT after work today...from Santa Fe Springs...

SGRT after work today...from Santa Fe Springs Park to Eldorado Park...nice little ride, made for a great Wednesday, and for thinking how great 2013 is going to be.
Forum: Clydesdales/Athenas (200+ lb / 91+ kg)
03-10-13, 10:03 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 373
Posted By lilpoindexter

350 miles so far this year...I feel like I'm...

350 miles so far this year...I feel like I'm really lagging. I pretty much just go on Saturdays...but daylight savings time is here, the weather gets nicer every day, i hope to get at least 2/3 hour...
Forum: Southern California
03-10-13, 09:58 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 742
Posted By lilpoindexter

This nip in the air has got to go. I'm ready for...

This nip in the air has got to go. I'm ready for 80s and 90s and daylight until 7pm, so I can wear my bike shorts under my work pants, stuff the bike in the back of the station wagon, and take a nice...
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