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Forum: Commuting
10-10-14, 01:52 PM
Replies: 94
Views: 7,603
Posted By Catgrrl70

This. I was almost hit by an SUV who decided to...

This. I was almost hit by an SUV who decided to run his red light (after waiting for it to change) as I was approaching the intersection, fast on my green light. What saved me was 1) situational...
Forum: Commuting
08-25-14, 04:33 PM
Replies: 21
Views: 1,567
Posted By Catgrrl70

I had a similar issue this spring. Lower back...

I had a similar issue this spring. Lower back pain, right side. Stretching and twisting and yoga no help. Went to a chiropractor and a massage therapist...viola: a really tight IT-band on my...
Forum: Commuting
08-25-14, 03:53 PM
Replies: 200
Views: 14,372
Posted By Catgrrl70

When I am carrying my yellow Ortlieb panniers and...

When I am carrying my yellow Ortlieb panniers and wearing my bike shorts: "Are you motorcycling today?"
When I am carrying my backpack, wearing my leathers and carrying my motorcycle helmet: "Are...
Forum: Commuting
08-19-14, 03:54 PM
Replies: 43
Views: 2,344
Posted By Catgrrl70

Ah, yes, that's a nasty intersection. And full...

Ah, yes, that's a nasty intersection. And full of impatient drivers much of the time. It's also a slight (slight) uphill for those on Erskine eastbound and a short light. I've done it on a...
Forum: Commuting
08-19-14, 10:02 AM
Replies: 43
Views: 2,344
Posted By Catgrrl70

I see you are in West Seattle. I used to live...

I see you are in West Seattle. I used to live there, for 10+ years, and still commute through there/go there frequently. As you know, there's a real lack of bicycle infrastructure in the area. ...
Forum: Commuting
08-15-14, 04:38 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 7,963
Posted By Catgrrl70

I bought one of the last few 2014s recently. I...

I bought one of the last few 2014s recently. I love it. It's not replacing my Soma, but it's being added to the rotation as a winter bike. Love the disc brakes for the big descents and the gearing...
Forum: Commuting
08-11-14, 05:00 PM
Replies: 51
Views: 3,741
Posted By Catgrrl70

....aaaaaaaand add to this list losing a...

....aaaaaaaand add to this list losing a deraileur pulley making the bike into a scooter. Needed to replace them, put it off, and look where it got me. Coasting downhill at least.
Forum: Commuting
08-07-14, 04:42 PM
Replies: 51
Views: 3,741
Posted By Catgrrl70

Yes. My bike shop loves me.

Yes. My bike shop loves me.
Forum: Commuting
08-07-14, 04:40 PM
Replies: 113
Views: 10,023
Posted By Catgrrl70

Ha! Right on gdhillard! I actually really...

Ha! Right on gdhillard!

I actually really had this happen to me a couple years ago. Parked in our work bike cage, went down later in the afternoon to leave for a dental appointment and someone...
Forum: Commuting
08-07-14, 04:22 PM
Replies: 51
Views: 3,741
Posted By Catgrrl70

Broken chain, broken front shift lever (hills),...

Broken chain, broken front shift lever (hills), broken front brake calipers (hills), broken front brake cable (separate incident, hills again), flats with an appointment time to make, mangled front...
Forum: Commuting
03-19-14, 02:52 PM
Replies: 65
Views: 3,187
Posted By Catgrrl70

I add in 20 or so push ups and lots of abs 3x per...

I add in 20 or so push ups and lots of abs 3x per week. At least one good hour of yoga a week, although I like two hours, combined with about 10-15 minutes of stretching each time I get off the...
Forum: Commuting
03-18-14, 05:35 PM
Replies: 59
Views: 3,410
Posted By Catgrrl70

I just often don't feel like posting anything,...

I just often don't feel like posting anything, nor do I always have the time at work to do so, nor do I often want to look at a computer screen once I am home. I am just starting a longer commute...
Forum: Commuting
02-07-14, 05:50 PM
Replies: 135
Views: 9,799
Posted By Catgrrl70

Yes, I have. I was waiting at 6:30 am at a red...

Yes, I have.
I was waiting at 6:30 am at a red stoplight, in the middle of the right lane (the road there is where the bike lane ends and the last 1/2 block up to the light is marked with Sharrows...
Forum: Commuting
01-08-14, 05:54 PM
Replies: 27
Views: 1,399
Posted By Catgrrl70

50 degrees and pouring rain. Not bragging - it's...

50 degrees and pouring rain. Not bragging - it's wet out there.
Forum: Pacific Northwest
01-08-14, 05:41 PM
Replies: 38
Views: 3,119
Posted By Catgrrl70

It can be a bit tricky to get to West Seattle if...

It can be a bit tricky to get to West Seattle if you haven't done it before. There's some ok wayfinding signage, but if you want the water route along Alki (flatter) once you get over the low...
Forum: Pacific Northwest
01-03-14, 10:33 AM
Replies: 38
Views: 3,119
Posted By Catgrrl70

Where are you coming from? The Stewart routing...

Where are you coming from? The Stewart routing is quite a bit different from the Waterfront routing...as you likely know, accessing downtown routes depends a lot on both arriving and leaving...
Forum: Commuting
12-03-13, 05:51 PM
Replies: 54
Views: 2,388
Posted By Catgrrl70

Hasn't been too bad the last couple of days -...

Hasn't been too bad the last couple of days - just taking it slower in the mornings. Looking forward to the next week though, it makes a commute more interesting! And yes, I used to laugh at those...
Forum: Commuting
12-03-13, 05:42 PM
Replies: 65
Views: 5,472
Posted By Catgrrl70

Depends on the time of year. In winter,...

Depends on the time of year.
In winter, bringing boots/sweaters/jeans to work, plus food = need two panniers oftentimes, especially if going to the store after work.
If using one I usually use the...
Forum: Commuting
04-29-13, 01:25 PM
Replies: 55
Views: 2,808
Posted By Catgrrl70

I see more women cycling as the weather gets...

I see more women cycling as the weather gets better and the mornings/evenings get lighter. Most women I personally know don't commute via bike because the thought of something new and so different...
Forum: Commuting
04-22-13, 01:09 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 1,520
Posted By Catgrrl70

I have had my Smoothie ES for over five (!) years...

I have had my Smoothie ES for over five (!) years now. I still love it - feels like a part of me rather than something I ride on. I've replaced most of the components one or two times but have...
Forum: Commuting
05-04-12, 01:24 PM
Replies: 83
Views: 6,789
Posted By Catgrrl70

Well, the massive construction down there has...

Well, the massive construction down there has shifted things for cyclists. 1st Ave is hardly used at all any more - I won't set a tire on it unless it's well after commuting hours. Marginal is not...
Forum: Commuting
04-25-12, 05:19 PM
Replies: 83
Views: 6,789
Posted By Catgrrl70

As a matter of fact yes, E. Marginal & S....

As a matter of fact yes, E. Marginal & S. Hanford.
Forum: Commuting
04-24-12, 05:02 PM
Replies: 83
Views: 6,789
Posted By Catgrrl70

Yesterday I saw the most dangerous moves made by...

Yesterday I saw the most dangerous moves made by a cyclist in a long time. Sunny, close to 70 degrees = new cyclists EVERYWHERE. I seriously had to watch out for people on bikes more than people in...
Forum: Commuting
04-24-12, 04:52 PM
Replies: 51
Views: 2,539
Posted By Catgrrl70

Riding down the sidewalk in my neighborhood I...

Riding down the sidewalk in my neighborhood I noticed a little black cat waiting at the corner of someone's yard. As I approached it went into "pounce" mode. It kept up with me, still in the yard,...
Forum: Commuting
01-15-12, 09:35 PM
Replies: 3,987
Views: 132,868
Posted By Catgrrl70

2-3" of snow on the ground today, kind of slushy...

2-3" of snow on the ground today, kind of slushy underneath. Got out my "snow bike," reduced tire pressure, and took off for a test ride. No problems. We'll see what happens by Tuesday - supposed...
Forum: Commuting
01-04-12, 04:12 PM
Replies: 3,987
Views: 132,868
Posted By Catgrrl70

I had arrived at work already and was preparing...

I had arrived at work already and was preparing my cup of tea when I saw the sunbreak. It lit up all the downtown buildings to a yellow glow on their east sides. It was quite pretty. Such a nice...
Forum: Commuting
12-30-11, 04:43 PM
Replies: 42
Views: 2,540
Posted By Catgrrl70

You have just described my husband. He did go to...

You have just described my husband. He did go to the doctor for this and he takes Ambien every so often. Sounds more like chronic insomnia. There are things you can do to help "teach" yourself to...
Forum: Commuting
12-30-11, 04:27 PM
Replies: 46
Views: 2,722
Posted By Catgrrl70

My commute is about 20 miles round trip, give or...

My commute is about 20 miles round trip, give or take depending on my route.
It takes me 30-40 min to get to work, but 50-60 min to get home (more traffic and uphill). I don't consider it long, but...
Forum: Commuting
12-29-11, 01:28 PM
Replies: 42
Views: 2,540
Posted By Catgrrl70

I think you think you are not a morning person...

I think you think you are not a morning person because you go to bed too late. Try heading to bed 30 min earlier every other day or three and you'll likely find that you can get up earlier with less...
Forum: Commuting
12-29-11, 01:23 PM
Replies: 24
Views: 1,137
Posted By Catgrrl70

I find cash about 1x per year on average. ...

I find cash about 1x per year on average. Anywhere from $1 to $20. Last winter I found a $20 in the street, encased in ice/snow. I rode by and went, "Whoa - that is worth digging out!" No one but...
Forum: Advocacy & Safety
12-21-11, 02:00 PM
Replies: 44
Views: 2,195
Posted By Catgrrl70

Just a perspective from someone from Seattle and...

Just a perspective from someone from Seattle and who also rides through this exact area every day to/from work...
* The Seattle Police Department is currently under federal investigation for endemic...
Forum: Commuting
12-16-11, 04:33 PM
Replies: 5,293
Views: 196,505
Posted By Catgrrl70

It's 50 degrees out there right now. 50. It was...

It's 50 degrees out there right now. 50. It was upper 30s when I rode in. I am going to bake - bake! - in my winterish riding gear on the way home (uphill). I may even ride without a jacket. ...
Forum: Commuting
12-14-11, 01:27 PM
Replies: 5,293
Views: 196,505
Posted By Catgrrl70

Today a bit warmer at 41 degrees. Should stay...

Today a bit warmer at 41 degrees. Should stay that way all day with clouds. Some rain moving in tonight which should warm things up. I'll have to wear a rain jacket for the first time in two...
Forum: Commuting
12-13-11, 03:54 PM
Replies: 68
Views: 3,438
Posted By Catgrrl70

Most people here have given great advice; layers,...

Most people here have given great advice; layers, wool, how to travel over ice, etc.
It was the coldest morning for me so far this winter, about 28-30 degrees. I put on an extra layer of thin...
Forum: Commuting
12-08-11, 05:49 PM
Replies: 5,293
Views: 196,505
Posted By Catgrrl70

Loving these cold, non-rainy days. Completely...

Loving these cold, non-rainy days. Completely different than the usual cold very wet days of last fall/winter. I'm bundling up in wool and enjoying every minute of every ride. Today I'm going to...
Forum: Pacific Northwest
12-08-11, 05:44 PM
Replies: 44
Views: 2,582
Posted By Catgrrl70

I agree that this weather has been great. I just...

I agree that this weather has been great. I just bundle up in my wool and am cozy for the ride home. I like it as much as I like the warm summer weather. There's just less traffic/tourists/peds to...
Forum: Commuting
11-22-11, 05:56 PM
Replies: 5,293
Views: 196,505
Posted By Catgrrl70

Wet. Wet, rainy, downpour, deluge, wet. The...

Wet. Wet, rainy, downpour, deluge, wet. The worst really isn't the rain it's the puddles. Some are so deep that the bottoms of my shoes are innundated so my shoe covers are breached from below. ...
Forum: Commuting
11-21-11, 05:28 PM
Replies: 5,293
Views: 196,505
Posted By Catgrrl70

Completely wet ride in this morning. I opened...

Completely wet ride in this morning. I opened the garage door and said out loud, "Holy Crappola" because it was raining so hard. So 38 and rain the whole way. Some minor flooding on the streets but...
Forum: Commuting
11-15-11, 05:08 PM
Replies: 5,293
Views: 196,505
Posted By Catgrrl70

32 when I left the house this morning. First...

32 when I left the house this morning.
First time this winter to wear the serious winter biking gloves and I was glad of it.
Sunny and cool now - should be a nice ride home.
Forum: Commuting
11-14-11, 05:23 PM
Replies: 5,293
Views: 196,505
Posted By Catgrrl70

Uneventful rides in...traffic was a little...

Uneventful rides in...traffic was a little heavier in the neighborhood than normal which was odd for such an early 6:30 am ride. The temperature is dropping already and it'll be a colder ride home...
Forum: Commuting
11-04-11, 03:31 PM
Replies: 106
Views: 4,073
Posted By Catgrrl70

Branches lying in the street after a windy night....

Branches lying in the street after a windy night. They hide really well in shadows, even with a good, bright headlight.

Next would be potholes and cracks in the roadway. There's constantly new...
Forum: Commuting
11-04-11, 03:24 PM
Replies: 5,293
Views: 196,505
Posted By Catgrrl70

It's getting colder now. And it wasn't...

It's getting colder now.
And it wasn't supposed to rain today...but it sure did this morning so was caught w/out any rain gear. But I was wearing almost head to toe wool so was toasty.
And one...
Forum: Commuting
11-01-11, 02:42 PM
Replies: 5,293
Views: 196,505
Posted By Catgrrl70

That was NOT a fun commute home last night...rear...

That was NOT a fun commute home last night...rear tire flat upon time to leave work. No patch kit with me (reminder to put this back in my panier!). End up getting a new tube after walking to...
Forum: Commuting
10-31-11, 04:58 PM
Replies: 5,293
Views: 196,505
Posted By Catgrrl70

Great ride in, not much traffic to worry about,...

Great ride in, not much traffic to worry about, no rain, no wind, but dark. Arrived later than I wanted for a 7:00 am breakfast meet up with a co-worker and missed her. I did wear the heavier...
Forum: Commuting
10-21-11, 04:15 PM
Replies: 88
Views: 4,954
Posted By Catgrrl70

The coldest I've been able to ride to work in is...

The coldest I've been able to ride to work in is the high 20s. Below about 28 degrees my hands and feet get too cold. I live on one of the highest hills (2 blocks from High Point) in the City and...
Forum: Pacific Northwest
10-18-11, 03:32 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 3,619
Posted By Catgrrl70

I've tried one of the 19% grades on Cap Hill. ...

I've tried one of the 19% grades on Cap Hill. Had to walk partway up. A jogger ahead of me had to stop jogging and just walk too so I didn't feel so bad.

30th Ave SW just north of High Point is...
Forum: Commuting
10-17-11, 04:23 PM
Replies: 45
Views: 2,296
Posted By Catgrrl70

Late this summer, heading home from work on a...

Late this summer, heading home from work on a particularly gorgeous day, so there were lots and lots of cyclists out riding - lots of new riders. I was coming around a 90-degree bend in the bike...
Forum: Commuting
10-17-11, 03:52 PM
Replies: 22
Views: 852
Posted By Catgrrl70

I was thinking first, "socks, of course! Awful!"...

I was thinking first, "socks, of course! Awful!" But then I thought about what item I absolutely made sure were as dry as possible by the end of the day...especially when it was cold out and that...
Forum: Commuting
10-11-11, 10:12 AM
Replies: 5,293
Views: 196,505
Posted By Catgrrl70

Soma is in the shop for a major, much needed...

Soma is in the shop for a major, much needed tune-up/overhaul. So I am on "alterna-bike," my street converted hard tail Gary Fisher. Which is a different ride - slower, a little more cushy, and I...
Forum: Commuting
10-03-11, 02:32 PM
Replies: 5,293
Views: 196,505
Posted By Catgrrl70

Due to a doctor appointment this afternoon I had...

Due to a doctor appointment this afternoon I had to take the motorcycle rather than my bike. I left home at 6:45 am to horrendous traffic backups every which way to the closest way out of the...
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