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Forum: Living Car Free
12-27-15, 09:33 PM
Replies: 140
Views: 50,999
Posted By poormanbiking

2 days after Christmas and unusually warm so far....

2 days after Christmas and unusually warm so far. No measurable snow this season yet! I should mention I'm in Toledo, Ohio.
Forum: Living Car Free
12-08-15, 02:19 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 968
Posted By poormanbiking

First and only time in San Francisco , hotel(...

First and only time in San Francisco , hotel( Hilton San Francisco Financial District) and interview were within a mile of the BART station(Embarcadero). Talking to people about housing cost totally...
Forum: Living Car Free
12-07-15, 02:31 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 968
Posted By poormanbiking

A little time in San Francisco

My company flew me to SF for a interview. I meet a few people that lived car-free and they functioned nicely. The Bay Area Rapid Transit worked great for the very short time I was there. On the...
Forum: Living Car Free
11-11-15, 05:34 AM
Replies: 6
Views: 1,057
Posted By poormanbiking

I don't know of any publications but this may...

I don't know of any publications but this may come close.
Smart Living by Bike | Momentum Mag (http://momentummag.com/)
Forum: Living Car Free
09-20-15, 07:08 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 827
Posted By poormanbiking

I will go everywhere Tuesday via bike. Weather...

I will go everywhere Tuesday via bike. Weather here getting cool so my miles will increase.
Forum: Living Car Free
09-11-15, 11:24 AM
Replies: 36
Views: 1,628
Posted By poormanbiking

I hope to see the day when the big auto assembly...

I hope to see the day when the big auto assembly plants in my town are putting out buses, trains, and maybe even bicycles.[/QUOTE

The original Jeep plant(Willy's) was a bike factory first. History...
Forum: Living Car Free
09-06-15, 11:59 AM
Replies: 37
Views: 2,080
Posted By poormanbiking

My company is in a suburb with easy wide lanes...

My company is in a suburb with easy wide lanes miles around it. They offer a full gym and showers with lockers. I nearly forgot the nice bike rack right outside the security office door. About 1500...
Forum: Living Car Free
09-04-15, 01:08 PM
Replies: 1,820
Views: 458,494
Posted By poormanbiking

I was shocked that my local library system didn't...

I was shocked that my local library system didn't have it the book in their database. A trip to one of the few remaining book stores is in my future.
Forum: Living Car Free
07-07-15, 03:32 PM
Replies: 104
Views: 19,227
Posted By poormanbiking

About three decades ago... there was a book...

About three decades ago... there was a book called Future Shock by Alvin Toffler. You might want to read it (it is still available) and think about how your viewing the world.[/QUOTE]

I received...
Forum: Living Car Free
02-04-15, 07:49 AM
Replies: 61
Views: 4,348
Posted By poormanbiking

I don't know, does he get to decide how he wants...

I don't know, does he get to decide how he wants to spend all the donations? Just checked and the second donation is over $274,000. That much cash he could buy a house in a warmer climate and a nice...
Forum: Living Car Free
12-24-14, 06:36 AM
Replies: 57
Views: 3,344
Posted By poormanbiking

I'm been riding in Toledo for a few years now and...

I'm been riding in Toledo for a few years now and generally no issues. Downtown to easy riding and the trails farther out are nice but generally aren't connected to shopping or dining establishments.
Forum: Commuting
11-21-14, 07:52 AM
Replies: 194
Views: 11,846
Posted By poormanbiking

Mine is self-explanatory. Money spent on cycling...

Mine is self-explanatory. Money spent on cycling comes after every other bill and person is taken care of. Looking at moving within 2 miles of work then I will become car free.
Forum: Living Car Free
11-06-14, 10:48 PM
Replies: 31
Views: 2,867
Posted By poormanbiking

My car free days ended before my wife came along...

My car free days ended before my wife came along but if I had stayed car-free I could be real close to a very early retirement. Just get a tandem and pedal her around.
Forum: Commuting
10-26-14, 03:40 PM
Replies: 23
Views: 18,541
Posted By poormanbiking

I lean towards minimalism too. No bike specfic...

I lean towards minimalism too. No bike specfic gear at all. Current stable of 2 working on the best route for 1 all around ride.
Forum: Living Car Free
10-15-14, 04:46 AM
Replies: 155
Views: 9,754
Posted By poormanbiking

I been thinking about a Kona UTE instead. Just...

I been thinking about a Kona UTE instead. Just currently can't afford such a vehicle.
Forum: Living Car Free
10-14-14, 01:22 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 1,132
Posted By poormanbiking

Finding humor in ads !

Here reading this forum and most of the ads ,at least for me are from local car dealerships. I understand ads are sold by bulk but still found humor in it.
Forum: Training & Nutrition
09-30-14, 06:26 AM
Replies: 3
Views: 910
Posted By poormanbiking

Fitness affected by bike setup

Whenever I consider fitness on a bike , I think road bike. Can you achieve the same fitness results using a hybrid or mountain bike ? I've been thinking about switching bike styles for comfort and...
Forum: Hybrid Bicycles
09-02-14, 02:02 PM
Replies: 18
Views: 3,771
Posted By poormanbiking

OK, I should of been more specific , 700C tires....

OK, I should of been more specific , 700C tires. Maybe I should of stated something like a need for a comfortable flat bar style bike. I know I want to get a more upright riding stance then my road...
Forum: Hybrid Bicycles
09-02-14, 12:46 PM
Replies: 18
Views: 3,771
Posted By poormanbiking

Looking for a fast hybrid

I seen the pic of a new Fuji Absolute. I need to find other manufacturers that sell a compact frame with a rigged fork like the Fuji. I've already looked at the general common manufacturers like...
Forum: Living Car Free
07-14-14, 02:54 PM
Replies: 37
Views: 2,768
Posted By poormanbiking

I work for a high technology manufacturer near...

I work for a high technology manufacturer near Toledo, Ohio. We have a gym, showers and a bike rack with over 1000 employees and I'm the only real bike commuter. Co-workers think riding is great but...
Forum: Commuting
07-06-14, 01:30 PM
Replies: 56
Views: 4,147
Posted By poormanbiking

My 7.15 miles is nice, involves 3 cities,...

My 7.15 miles is nice, involves 3 cities, residential and country roads. I take my time rolling in so speed doesn't matter. It's one of those rides that the journey is great but destination isn't.
Forum: Commuting
06-25-14, 07:16 PM
Replies: 25
Views: 1,939
Posted By poormanbiking

Just pace yourself and leave yourself plenty of...

Just pace yourself and leave yourself plenty of time.
Forum: Living Car Free
05-18-14, 10:27 PM
Replies: 193
Views: 8,499
Posted By poormanbiking

Win the lottery and buy Detroit! Make it the...

Win the lottery and buy Detroit! Make it the un-motor capital.
Forum: Commuting
04-19-14, 04:40 PM
Replies: 14
Views: 2,468
Posted By poormanbiking

Need a Inexpensive messenger bag

Any suggestions or recommendations? Need one big enough for a laptop and a change of clothes. I have a Samsonite backpack but it's overkill.
Forum: Living Car Free
01-30-14, 01:41 PM
Replies: 21
Views: 1,455
Posted By poormanbiking

I'm not debating the car light issue. I'm...

I'm not debating the car light issue. I'm thinking of all the bikes I could of bought for the price of the Prius.
Forum: Living Car Free
01-14-14, 05:24 AM
Replies: 117
Views: 7,373
Posted By poormanbiking

Did anybody else notice in the first pic a guy...

Did anybody else notice in the first pic a guy just left of the street car looks like he's on a cellphone. In the second pic noticed the sign" Women $3.50" ,it's for shoes but does make you wonder....
Forum: Living Car Free
01-07-14, 04:57 PM
Replies: 1,441
Views: 189,439
Posted By poormanbiking

I started the vehicles today and let them run for...

I started the vehicles today and let them run for a few minutes. Today's high -1 and with wind chill -18 . Haven't been more then 50 feet from the house in a few days. I see the bikes in the basement...
Forum: Living Car Free
01-06-14, 05:14 AM
Replies: 10
Views: 1,144
Posted By poormanbiking

Your right, I need a utility bike not a mountain...

Your right, I need a utility bike not a mountain bike. Just don't know anyone who has one or previously owned one. Thanks for pointing that out for me.
Forum: Living Car Free
01-05-14, 08:39 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 1,144
Posted By poormanbiking

All terrain bike?

Sitting here in Toledo and work was cancelled because of the weather. This year I want to get rid of the cage. Looking for a all weather all terrain bike. The Kona UTE has my Interest. I...
Forum: Living Car Free
12-11-13, 04:31 PM
Replies: 19
Views: 1,056
Posted By poormanbiking

I work from 6 pm to 6:15 am and some days to...

I work from 6 pm to 6:15 am and some days to tired to ride. I think this is my lack of fitness.
Forum: Living Car Free
12-10-13, 03:32 PM
Replies: 23
Views: 1,639
Posted By poormanbiking

I can relate totally. Warmth and security.

I can relate totally. Warmth and security.
Forum: Living Car Free
12-09-13, 05:37 AM
Replies: 23
Views: 1,639
Posted By poormanbiking

That shed would be ideal size. Get a double lot...

That shed would be ideal size. Get a double lot with that and I could have enough garden space to really impact my food bill. Where I currently live I have neighbors who has goats and chickens but...
Forum: Living Car Free
12-07-13, 08:39 PM
Replies: 23
Views: 1,639
Posted By poormanbiking

When the kids are grown and on their own, this...

When the kids are grown and on their own, this would work for me. Cheap to heat and cool.
Forum: Living Car Free
12-04-13, 10:36 AM
Replies: 23
Views: 1,639
Posted By poormanbiking

Micro living

Has anyone here ever check out micro living homes? My kids are starting to leave the nest and a very small home sounds appealing. Building a very small home could be done easy.
Forum: Living Car Free
11-28-13, 03:42 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 684
Posted By poormanbiking

Happy Thanksgiving to all! I grew up in the...

Happy Thanksgiving to all!
I grew up in the Valley and car-free living is very possible. When I was car-free all my traveling was in a 10 mile radius.
I too have a 12 hour shift to tonight so I...
Forum: Living Car Free
11-06-13, 08:17 AM
Replies: 20
Views: 1,388
Posted By poormanbiking

First to say, I'm not LCF yet! But for me riding...

First to say, I'm not LCF yet! But for me riding is easier then driving in downtown Toledo, one way streets are bothersome. Getting to enjoy the waterfront is a few minutes ride from house without...
Forum: Living Car Free
10-25-13, 10:38 PM
Replies: 70
Views: 2,756
Posted By poormanbiking

Our culture in the U.S. couldn't handle that. To...

Our culture in the U.S. couldn't handle that. To sweat a little is unacceptable. When I pedal my 7 miles to work ,people act like I just ran a marathon.
Forum: Living Car Free
10-13-13, 12:38 PM
Replies: 22
Views: 1,155
Posted By poormanbiking

Cops are human like the rest of us. Some cool and...

Cops are human like the rest of us. Some cool and some not. My only issue is I generally have to deal with the ones that are not. I've seem them text and turn on their lights and siren so they don't...
Forum: Living Car Free
09-07-13, 01:54 PM
Replies: 21
Views: 1,645
Posted By poormanbiking

The small town idea sounds great to me. Somewhere...

The small town idea sounds great to me. Somewhere I can bike everywhere since I hate driving anymore. Getting out of the manufacturing sector for me would be great, tired of the noise of a factory...
Forum: Living Car Free
09-01-13, 09:41 AM
Replies: 21
Views: 1,645
Posted By poormanbiking

[QUOTE=Machka;16019129]No time like the present...

[QUOTE=Machka;16019129]No time like the present to look into returning to school. You might even want to start with night classes now. But a suggestion ... pick something you know you'll be able to...
Forum: Living Car Free
08-31-13, 09:28 PM
Replies: 21
Views: 1,645
Posted By poormanbiking

I've thought about returning to school for...

I've thought about returning to school for something along the lines of software development or physics. I think being older I would have the patience to pursue it.
Forum: Living Car Free
08-31-13, 11:38 AM
Replies: 21
Views: 1,645
Posted By poormanbiking

Am I alone ?

I'm on the down slope of raising my 4 children. Oldest is on her own and middle 2 are in college while youngest is a sophmore in high school. I've always put making money for the family above...
Forum: Commuting
06-08-13, 09:13 PM
Replies: 16
Views: 1,196
Posted By poormanbiking

I'm amazed no one made the suggestion of trying...

I'm amazed no one made the suggestion of trying hospital scrubs. I never wore them cycling but have in Arizona Summer heat.
Forum: Living Car Free
12-20-12, 07:47 AM
Replies: 14
Views: 1,050
Posted By poormanbiking

Never done a spin class but can imagine how bad...

Never done a spin class but can imagine how bad they could suck.

Check this monitor out.
http://www.nashbar.com/bikes/Product_10053_10052_529252_-1___202554
Forum: Living Car Free
09-19-12, 06:16 AM
Replies: 12
Views: 928
Posted By poormanbiking

If I had a garage that might of been an option,...

If I had a garage that might of been an option, bikes stored in basement. Years ago I cleaned out the basement and gave away some good bikes. Some of my kids old bikes made a few kids very happy and...
Forum: Living Car Free
09-18-12, 06:59 AM
Replies: 12
Views: 928
Posted By poormanbiking

Trust me I understand. It was a ladies frame...

Trust me I understand. It was a ladies frame which I don't need and don't need another project.
Forum: Living Car Free
09-18-12, 04:35 AM
Replies: 12
Views: 928
Posted By poormanbiking

There was only the frame,forks and rear wheel....

There was only the frame,forks and rear wheel. Everything else was gone. Seeing a old bike heading to be melted seems like a missed opportunity to me.
Forum: Living Car Free
09-17-12, 07:44 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 928
Posted By poormanbiking

Gotta a deal today !

Guy across the street is a metal scraper. Got home from work this morning and noticed a old bike in the bed of his truck ready to get melted down. It was a old Columbia with fenders and a nice rear...
Forum: Living Car Free
08-19-12, 03:07 PM
Replies: 31
Views: 1,647
Posted By poormanbiking

Being from Phoenix all I can say is take it easy...

Being from Phoenix all I can say is take it easy and pace yourself. Hopefully after a few months you could pay cash for a car. From experience its not an impossible feat.
Forum: Living Car Free
08-12-12, 04:58 PM
Replies: 32
Views: 2,306
Posted By poormanbiking

I carry a backpack while commuting to work. ...

I carry a backpack while commuting to work.
work clothes
towel
foot pump
tire levers
15mm wrench
3 tires -1 27inch and 2 700c
Master lock -python
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