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Forum: Europe
05-14-17, 11:46 PM
Replies: 1
Views: 902
Posted By Waterdawg

Bike Ireland and beyond

Hi All,

I'm thinking of heading to Ireland to begin a European tour via train and bike.
I have a few questions for those that have done this.

1) Shipping the bike. Is it better to ship the...
Forum: Touring
03-30-17, 08:01 PM
Replies: 19
Views: 1,737
Posted By Waterdawg

just an update on this. I've now taken the...

just an update on this.

I've now taken the train to Miami and back to NYC with my bike. I used two small duffle bags. 1- camping gear 1- clothes. I boxed up my trailer and checked that. The bike...
Forum: Utility Cycling
03-30-17, 07:52 PM
Replies: 32
Views: 10,834
Posted By Waterdawg

I think you could use one of these. Orange...

I think you could use one of these.

Orange Nylon & Mesh Flags For Moving Wide Load Trucks And Hand Use | Truck n Tow.com (http://www.truckntow.com/18-x-18-nylon-flags.html?)
Forum: Southeast
12-04-16, 06:36 PM
Replies: 0
Views: 1,217
Posted By Waterdawg

Amtrak Miami, FL help

Hey All,

I'm arriving on Amtrak in Miami, Fl tomorrow night. Looks like the area isn't the best to bike in at night.
My plan was to stay with a friend overnight, but a family emergency forced...
Forum: Utility Cycling
11-22-16, 07:17 AM
Replies: 32
Views: 10,834
Posted By Waterdawg

Nice, what's the story behind the blue circle...

Nice, what's the story behind the blue circle with the light? In the US, that makes me think Handicapped Access. I guess because our permits for Handicap Parking are Blue and White.
Forum: Utility Cycling
11-21-16, 09:45 AM
Replies: 32
Views: 10,834
Posted By Waterdawg

I remembered I had this flag I used on my kayak...

I remembered I had this flag I used on my kayak when in transport. I tried it on the trailer. It's light weight and I'd say - stands out. I also got a second mount for my tail light and added it to...
Forum: Utility Cycling
11-21-16, 09:35 AM
Replies: 32
Views: 10,834
Posted By Waterdawg

Love the Bob and how you set up the light.

Love the Bob and how you set up the light.
Forum: Touring
11-18-16, 10:29 PM
Replies: 19
Views: 1,737
Posted By Waterdawg

Too late to change the ticket now, but good to...

Too late to change the ticket now, but good to know about NJ next time, if there is a next time out of NY.

This trip down to Miami will be a test to see how I do. The big trip will be from Miami...
Forum: Touring
11-13-16, 07:11 PM
Replies: 19
Views: 1,737
Posted By Waterdawg

Thanks for the info. I'm taking the bike (ride on...

Thanks for the info. I'm taking the bike (ride on - no bike box needed) to Miami FL and then riding two days through the Keys. In the Spring, I'm taking the train from Miami to LA and then biking...
Forum: Touring
11-13-16, 02:14 PM
Replies: 19
Views: 1,737
Posted By Waterdawg

So I checked with Amtrak. I have Wheel On...

So I checked with Amtrak.

I have Wheel On service so I don't break down my bike, it will hang on the rack.
I also found out that because I am paying for Wheel On service, I still have all my...
Forum: Touring
11-13-16, 01:44 PM
Replies: 19
Views: 1,737
Posted By Waterdawg

Thanks all. Yes, Panniers sound much...

Thanks all.

Yes, Panniers sound much easier, I just hate to spend the money on those when I already have the trailer, but its sounding more and more like the trailer is better once I have a home...
Forum: Touring
11-12-16, 08:20 PM
Replies: 19
Views: 1,737
Posted By Waterdawg

NYC to Miami Fl - by train???

In just over two weeks, I will be picked up by a friend in their car and leaving Vermont with my bicycle, trailer and gear. I'll be dropped off in NYC- Penn Station to jump aboard an Amtrak bound for...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
11-07-16, 09:24 PM
Replies: 28
Views: 5,980
Posted By Waterdawg

Not sure how cost got into the discussion. As I...

Not sure how cost got into the discussion. As I use to tell fellow bikers (motorcycle, not pedal) Buy a cheap bike and expensive gear. I have a perfectly good helmet, but I don't like the racing...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
11-07-16, 08:28 AM
Replies: 28
Views: 5,980
Posted By Waterdawg

Non Racing Helmet for Utility Biking

My last two helmets and most of what I see available are all designed for "racing" or aerodynamics.
Since I'm riding for Utility and upright, aerodynamics are pointless.

What kind of non...
Forum: Utility Cycling
10-31-16, 06:48 AM
Replies: 32
Views: 10,834
Posted By Waterdawg

Hey, that is a great idea. I don't know if any...

Hey, that is a great idea. I don't know if any states have a distance rule here, but that sure would help. Of course this won't help them see you, just judge distance.
Forum: Utility Cycling
10-31-16, 06:43 AM
Replies: 14
Views: 3,029
Posted By Waterdawg

"Have not spawned" = No Kids

"Have not spawned" = No Kids
Forum: Utility Cycling
10-20-16, 06:47 AM
Replies: 32
Views: 10,834
Posted By Waterdawg

DIY most of the time

DIY most of the time
Forum: Utility Cycling
10-18-16, 10:21 PM
Replies: 32
Views: 10,834
Posted By Waterdawg

Lights, Flags or Sign on your trailer

Now that I'm using a trailer, I am wanting to add something to make me more visible since the trailer blocks my light.

What do you put on your trailers?

Lights

Flag

Slow Moving Vehicle...
Forum: Utility Cycling
10-18-16, 10:15 PM
Replies: 14
Views: 3,029
Posted By Waterdawg

The shop on the outskirts of the town I'm living...

The shop on the outskirts of the town I'm living in will loan bikes to any kids who ride them to school. Here is their link. Its a pretty cool shop.

Johnson & Son Bikeworks ...
Forum: Utility Cycling
10-18-16, 07:26 PM
Replies: 941
Views: 561,537
Posted By Waterdawg

I've been Car Free since June, but had been out...

I've been Car Free since June, but had been out on a kayak trip. Now I needed some wheels and kind of like the car free approach so I just got this bike, trailer and accessories to turn it into a...
Forum: Hybrid Bicycles
10-18-16, 07:13 PM
Replies: 15
Views: 1,655
Posted By Waterdawg

Well, after a visit to a couple of bike shops....

Well, after a visit to a couple of bike shops. I've gotten all the accessories and trailer hooked up.
I put it to work today to bring the garbage to the transfer station, pick up groceries, see a...
Forum: Hybrid Bicycles
10-13-16, 07:29 PM
Replies: 15
Views: 1,655
Posted By Waterdawg

I can assure you that its almost as dangerous...

I can assure you that its almost as dangerous navigating commercial waterways in a kayak as it is on a bicycle. At least on the road they simple say: I didn't see him. On the water, they are usually...
Forum: Hybrid Bicycles
10-12-16, 08:31 PM
Replies: 15
Views: 1,655
Posted By Waterdawg

Thanks for the info on the locks. Money is...

Thanks for the info on the locks.

Money is super tight - as you might imagine when one is traveling full time. The trailer was given to me in exchange for some labor one day. Looks to be in good...
Forum: Hybrid Bicycles
10-12-16, 08:01 PM
Replies: 15
Views: 1,655
Posted By Waterdawg

Mud guards are on the fenders, no? Yeah,...

Mud guards are on the fenders, no?

Yeah, was looking for rear rack options

Suggestions on lock? I have a cable lock now
Forum: Hybrid Bicycles
10-12-16, 08:00 PM
Replies: 15
Views: 1,655
Posted By Waterdawg

Aluminium panel

Aluminium panel
Forum: Hybrid Bicycles
10-12-16, 07:59 PM
Replies: 15
Views: 1,655
Posted By Waterdawg

Thanks, found a nice Bar End mirror in the bike...

Thanks, found a nice Bar End mirror in the bike shop tonight. Much larger than the ones I've seen / had before.

I'm liking that version of a rack, though not sure how much I'll be using a pannier...
Forum: Hybrid Bicycles
10-12-16, 07:54 PM
Replies: 15
Views: 1,655
Posted By Waterdawg

Yep, Mirrors are more for me to see what's coming...

Yep, Mirrors are more for me to see what's coming up on me rather than seeing if I'm clear to turn. Thanks


Yeah, I'm planning on an aluminium floor in it. I like the wood ones, but trying to...
Forum: Hybrid Bicycles
10-11-16, 08:34 PM
Replies: 15
Views: 1,655
Posted By Waterdawg

any further input?

any further input?
Forum: Hybrid Bicycles
10-10-16, 09:03 PM
Replies: 15
Views: 1,655
Posted By Waterdawg

Outfitting a Hybrid for Utility Work

Hi All,

I'm new to the forum, but not biking. I had been riding a Trek 930 Mountain Bike for decades and recently upgraded to a used Cannondale Adventure Three. I also scored a Schwinn Child...
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