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04-14-24, 07:50 PM
Replies: 40
Views: 1,040
Posted By JoeyBike

Exactly. Perfect observation. Just add loading my...

Exactly. Perfect observation. Just add loading my bike onto a motor vehicle in order to ride it and you got the gist exactly.



I apologize for any derogatory comments I have made. There is no...
04-14-24, 07:40 PM
Replies: 40
Views: 1,040
Posted By JoeyBike

HA! You are the FIRST! I've been patiently...

HA! You are the FIRST! I've been patiently waiting for that question!

Mainly, my wife and I lost our nerve for hurricanes. After gutting our house twice and aging to the point where future...
04-14-24, 07:12 PM
Replies: 40
Views: 1,040
Posted By JoeyBike

I don't blame anyone for not reading every post...

I don't blame anyone for not reading every post as this thread had gotten pretty long. So here a simple copy/paste from above:

ME:

"The number I am interested in finding out likely does not...
04-14-24, 12:25 PM
Replies: 40
Views: 1,040
Posted By JoeyBike

This statement illustrates my point exactly....

This statement illustrates my point exactly. Cycling EVENTS generally have special coordination, advertising, logistics, and sag wagons. Large groups have a "presence" on roadways that individuals do...
04-14-24, 11:43 AM
Replies: 49
Views: 1,653
Posted By JoeyBike

Hearing is key! Cycling the Ozarks and Ouachita...

Hearing is key! Cycling the Ozarks and Ouachita Mountains there were lots of chicken trucks and log trucks. I could hear them for 30-60 seconds before I ever saw them with my eyes. Not sure how radar...
04-13-24, 08:04 PM
Replies: 40
Views: 1,040
Posted By JoeyBike

As I said in both related threads, it's a GREAT...

As I said in both related threads, it's a GREAT training ground for Pro cyclists. If I could hold 25+ mph averages in terrain full of 6-10% grades (I follow some local pros on Strava) I might venture...
04-13-24, 07:54 PM
Replies: 40
Views: 1,040
Posted By JoeyBike

And how many people take Uber, Lyft, Taxi cabs,...

And how many people take Uber, Lyft, Taxi cabs, bike taxis, and an army of busses that just shuttle people both ways. Still, people who drive might have to park and walk over 2 miles to the Fest,...
04-12-24, 08:23 PM
Replies: 40
Views: 1,040
Posted By JoeyBike

Just for some perspective on what a "Bicycle...

Just for some perspective on what a "Bicycle Utopia" looks like. No this is not Amsterdam or China. I dug up this old pic i took at the New Orleans Jazz and Heritage Festival bike parking ONE OF...
04-12-24, 07:08 PM
Replies: 40
Views: 1,040
Posted By JoeyBike

Thanks for the research. Those "death maps" are...

Thanks for the research. Those "death maps" are quite helpful, not that I planned to ride those miserable roads anyway.

As for the statistics I would like to make one observation. A place like New...
04-12-24, 07:56 AM
Replies: 40
Views: 1,040
Posted By JoeyBike

Trolley system is designed for tourists. Bus...

Trolley system is designed for tourists. Bus system is pretty basic and OK if you live in the city center. Sparse if you live within 5 miles of the city center. Nonexistent if you are more than 5...
04-11-24, 08:42 PM
Replies: 40
Views: 1,040
Posted By JoeyBike

600 Spinners members. How many are active riders?...

600 Spinners members. How many are active riders? How many show up REGULARLY for club rides? 20? Less? Maybe 50 during the TDF broadcasts?

New Orleans bike share alone has 500 bikes in it's fleet....
04-11-24, 07:53 PM
Replies: 96
Views: 4,483
Posted By JoeyBike

At least I'm consistent.

At least I'm consistent.
04-11-24, 06:28 AM
Replies: 40
Views: 1,040
Posted By JoeyBike

Ive biked up the spine of the Rockies to Canada,...

Ive biked up the spine of the Rockies to Canada, paralleled the Appalachian Trail Georgia to Maine, down the entire Cali Coast, crossed the Cascades, Sawtooths, and countless others with loaded...
04-10-24, 07:31 PM
Replies: 49
Views: 1,653
Posted By JoeyBike

We all die alone. So safety decisions are ours...

We all die alone. So safety decisions are ours alone, so long as we aren't putting other people in jeopardy. FYI, I use just ONE very bright rear flasher!
04-10-24, 07:25 PM
Replies: 96
Views: 4,483
Posted By JoeyBike

Not riding that road is actually the best...

Not riding that road is actually the best strategy. IMO
04-10-24, 07:12 PM
Replies: 40
Views: 1,040
Posted By JoeyBike

Moved to Greenville, SC. Follow-up report on cycling road conditions.

Follow-up to a previous post from roughly 10 months ago. (Original Thread (https://www.bikeforums.net/advocacy-safety/1272285-trucks-narrow-twisting-roads.html))

I just moved to Greenville, SC...
04-10-24, 06:35 PM
Replies: 49
Views: 1,653
Posted By JoeyBike

Exactly! Whatever it takes to arrive alive.

Exactly! Whatever it takes to arrive alive.
04-10-24, 06:29 PM
Replies: 5,329
Views: 837,478
Posted By JoeyBike

Just moved to Greenville, SC. I will be loading...

Just moved to Greenville, SC. I will be loading this place up with pics almost daily. Bike is Surly Lowside 1x1. Place is the Swamp Rabbit Trail. Obviously it is SPRINGTIME!...
04-03-24, 08:59 PM
Replies: 5,329
Views: 837,478
Posted By JoeyBike

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My first decent bike ride in my new city Greenville, SC. 27 hilly miles on a 1x1...
Forum: Southeast
03-25-24, 10:58 PM
Replies: 1
Views: 153
Posted By JoeyBike

The Tammany Trace Rail-Trail on the Northshore....

The Tammany Trace Rail-Trail on the Northshore. Parking at Abita Springs, Koop Road, Mandeville (closest to the Causeway), Slidell. All trailheads have water and restrooms. 30 miles one way.
02-29-24, 11:18 PM
Replies: 392
Views: 21,336
Posted By JoeyBike

Some are pretty hard to miss!

Some are pretty hard to miss!
02-29-24, 05:47 PM
Replies: 46
Views: 2,272
Posted By JoeyBike

The most defenseless position any road user can...

The most defenseless position any road user can take is to allow other vehicles to catch up/overtake from behind. This is often unavoidable, but I do my very best to never stop in a traffic lane on a...
02-29-24, 04:52 PM
Replies: 392
Views: 21,336
Posted By JoeyBike

If they are getting paid directly, special...

If they are getting paid directly, special treatment (discounts), or adorned with the artwork of the bicycle club of which they are an active member, then they don't fit the definition of a poseur. I...
02-28-24, 10:10 PM
Replies: 392
Views: 21,336
Posted By JoeyBike

I would say when the logo on your kit matches the...

I would say when the logo on your kit matches the logo on your bike and on your paycheck, then you need logos of sponsors who are paying you to wear them. Otherwise....poseurnoun...
02-23-24, 10:38 PM
Replies: 392
Views: 21,336
Posted By JoeyBike

Back in the day when Lance was riding for Trek it...

Back in the day when Lance was riding for Trek it seemed like every old geezer (I'm 65 so I can say that) was wearing the "Lance kit". That may be what got me started laughing at that fashion...
02-23-24, 10:33 PM
Replies: 392
Views: 21,336
Posted By JoeyBike

If you like lycra shorts you will LOVE bibs. I...

If you like lycra shorts you will LOVE bibs. I have never heard a contrary opinion from anyone who has tried both. Imagine your lycra shorts without that danged waistband. Especially if you are at...
02-23-24, 10:04 PM
Replies: 392
Views: 21,336
Posted By JoeyBike

I like the "A-B-C RULE" Anything But Cotton for...

I like the "A-B-C RULE" Anything But Cotton for staying warm in cold weather. I own a ton of synthetic clothing including boxers and briefs, shirts, slacks, shorts, socks. I never wear a stitch of...
02-23-24, 08:38 PM
Replies: 392
Views: 21,336
Posted By JoeyBike

I always enjoy seeing cyclists wearing road kits...

I always enjoy seeing cyclists wearing road kits with top speeds of 12mph. I see it every day. Logos a-blazing! Very aerodynamic!

I'm sure there are many cyclists I see wearing off road kits....
02-19-24, 12:36 PM
Replies: 5,329
Views: 837,478
Posted By JoeyBike

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I stole a page from the Jeep playbook. My ATB can get into more...
02-15-24, 04:52 PM
Replies: 64
Views: 3,601
Posted By JoeyBike

I've toured across the USA five times including...

I've toured across the USA five times including up the spine of the Rockies and Appalachians from start to finish. I most certainly came to the conclusion that downhill is far more anxiety provoking...
02-14-24, 08:54 PM
Replies: 176
Views: 11,112
Posted By JoeyBike

Solo. I'm slower than the "A" Group and faster...

Solo. I'm slower than the "A" Group and faster than the "B" Group. So even on group rides I quickly end up by myself. So I just ditched the group and ride when and where I want to.
02-13-24, 05:08 PM
Replies: 61
Views: 4,219
Posted By JoeyBike

My personal observation as well. Plus 1:...

My personal observation as well.

Plus 1: Mentally, I just don't WANT to spend a long day on a bicycle anymore. Which seems to be for the best as far as overuse injuries and fatigue go. I'm pretty...
02-11-24, 01:08 PM
Replies: 61
Views: 4,219
Posted By JoeyBike

It looks like a great area for professional...

It looks like a great area for professional riders to train, and ex-professional riders to continue to stay fit and enjoy their sport in hilly terrain. I have been following several...
02-06-24, 04:55 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 1,108
Posted By JoeyBike

You've been talking to my wife haven't you!!!

You've been talking to my wife haven't you!!!
02-06-24, 04:54 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 1,108
Posted By JoeyBike

Worst pain and discomfort I've experienced so far...

Worst pain and discomfort I've experienced so far after trying for 65 years.
02-06-24, 04:53 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 1,108
Posted By JoeyBike

That sucks! I always feel most vulnerable to...

That sucks! I always feel most vulnerable to overtaking vehicles. A great excuse to run red lights so I'm not a sitting duck.
01-12-24, 09:47 PM
Replies: 392
Views: 21,336
Posted By JoeyBike

Here ya go!...

Here ya go!...
01-12-24, 09:36 PM
Replies: 392
Views: 21,336
Posted By JoeyBike

There are an infinite number of high quality...

There are an infinite number of high quality jerseys, full kit, helmets, etc., that do not have team sponsor's names on them.

Maybe don't worry about what other people think and wear what you...
01-07-24, 10:03 PM
Replies: 45
Views: 2,616
Posted By JoeyBike

I've worn Elevengear Ginger long sleeve jerseys...

I've worn Elevengear Ginger long sleeve jerseys for seems like 10 years now. I own several of them so I don't have to wash every day. They are full zip which on the hottest days I leave unzipped. My...
01-07-24, 07:28 PM
Replies: 16
Views: 1,037
Posted By JoeyBike

There is a lot to know about when cycling in a...

There is a lot to know about when cycling in a busy city. Many cyclists, especially inexperienced ones, are too clueless to even know what to worry about, or just put their lives in God's hands and...
Forum: Southeast
01-05-24, 09:24 PM
Replies: 1
Views: 285
Posted By JoeyBike

I'm moving to Greenville next month. This section...

I'm moving to Greenville next month. This section of the forum is fairly inactive. I have been using Strava to track down current riders in the area. Apparently they are active on other social media...
01-05-24, 09:05 PM
Replies: 3,573
Views: 983,250
Posted By JoeyBike

Surly Lowside 1x1 is the bike I currently ride...

Surly Lowside 1x1 is the bike I currently ride outdoors for fun. (I have 4 bikes total - an LHT on a smart trainer, a Jamis beater, and a Joe Breeze folding).

Purchased in preparation for a move...
01-04-24, 10:01 PM
Replies: 35
Views: 1,648
Posted By JoeyBike

If you're anything like me, you'll never get over...

If you're anything like me, you'll never get over it. My baby sister Patricia fell asleep at the wheel more than 25 years ago. She was a great touring buddy and your story made me think about her,...
01-03-24, 07:02 PM
Replies: 112
Views: 4,676
Posted By JoeyBike

The jury is still out on the fire discovery...

The jury is still out on the fire discovery thingy.
01-01-24, 03:17 PM
Replies: 112
Views: 4,676
Posted By JoeyBike

You likely have a driveway or garage for your...

You likely have a driveway or garage for your power source placement, don't do long road trips, and don't mind dropping 10K every time your battery bank needs replacing.

I would say ^^THIS boils...
12-31-23, 01:06 AM
Replies: 112
Views: 4,676
Posted By JoeyBike

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12-31-23, 01:00 AM
Replies: 233
Views: 31,027
Posted By JoeyBike

I had a friend who was a paper boy. I rode his...

I had a friend who was a paper boy. I rode his routes with him many times and filled in when his family hauled him away for summer vacations. No lie, it was WORK.
12-30-23, 02:22 PM
Replies: 61
Views: 4,219
Posted By JoeyBike

Having spent only a couple weeks exploring the...

Having spent only a couple weeks exploring the Greenville area by car, and spying on pro riders and wanna-be (no offense) pro riders on Strava, I have to agree with the negative post up-thread. Sure,...
12-30-23, 12:40 PM
Replies: 200
Views: 7,628
Posted By JoeyBike

I love chocolate. I just eat it without all of...

I love chocolate. I just eat it without all of the thought. In moderation.
12-30-23, 12:35 PM
Replies: 55
Views: 3,754
Posted By JoeyBike

My wife and I met as speed skaters (inline...

My wife and I met as speed skaters (inline skates, not ice). She hates riding bikes. After many years she was diagnosed with osteopenia. Decided that broken bones weren't worth the risk. So now we...
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