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Forum: Commuting
02-03-15, 04:45 PM
Replies: 47
Views: 3,765
Posted By Nutfarmer

I commute on a Bianchi Volpe. When I have to haul...

I commute on a Bianchi Volpe. When I have to haul a lotta crap, I attach a Burley Travoy.
Forum: Commuting
12-16-14, 11:09 AM
Replies: 30
Views: 3,067
Posted By Nutfarmer

You could use a Burley Travoy--if you want to...

You could use a Burley Travoy--if you want to spend the $$$. That way you can wheel your luggage into your workspace.
Forum: Commuting
04-02-14, 08:38 AM
Replies: 15,695
Views: 12,385,843
Posted By Nutfarmer

My commuter (from the wrong side)

My commuter (from the wrong side)
Forum: Commuting
04-02-14, 08:33 AM
Replies: 14
Views: 1,301
Posted By Nutfarmer

Better Pics

Better Pics
Forum: Commuting
04-01-14, 07:25 PM
Replies: 14
Views: 1,301
Posted By Nutfarmer

Crummy pics.

Crummy pics.
Forum: Commuting
04-01-14, 08:38 AM
Replies: 14
Views: 1,301
Posted By Nutfarmer

Will try to put some pictures up later today. Not...

Will try to put some pictures up later today. Not sure how to do it though.

The hub is a Shimano DH-3N80. I bought it for $110 through Amazon. I could have saved $30 by going with the earlier...
Forum: Commuting
03-31-14, 09:16 PM
Replies: 14
Views: 1,301
Posted By Nutfarmer

I drank the kool aid.

I put a dynamo hub and lights on my bike. The Cyo Prenium is not as brilliant as my Cygolite Expillion 700. Having said that, the Cyo is completely adequate for my commuting needs. On my maiden...
Forum: Commuting
03-10-14, 10:39 PM
Replies: 48
Views: 16,982
Posted By Nutfarmer

Brooks flyer?

Brooks flyer?
Forum: Commuting
02-23-14, 10:26 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 18,086
Posted By Nutfarmer

Super Tourist is harder to get. Mine took 3...

Super Tourist is harder to get. Mine took 3 weeks. Having said that, I like it better than the explorer.
Forum: Commuting
02-23-14, 10:24 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 18,086
Posted By Nutfarmer

+1

+1
Forum: Commuting
02-21-14, 11:50 AM
Replies: 8
Views: 830
Posted By Nutfarmer

Two fingers of Bombay in that tonic water...

Two fingers of Bombay in that tonic water relieves brain cramps as well.
Forum: Commuting
02-19-14, 08:12 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 830
Posted By Nutfarmer

You can use a day off the bike. Everybody needs...

You can use a day off the bike. Everybody needs one from time to time.
Forum: Commuting
01-18-14, 12:17 AM
Replies: 200
Views: 11,491
Posted By Nutfarmer

BA in Latin American Lit. MBA. Farmer and teacher.

BA in Latin American Lit. MBA. Farmer and teacher.
Forum: Commuting
01-07-14, 08:27 PM
Replies: 32
Views: 1,780
Posted By Nutfarmer

I really appreciate all of the feedback that this...

I really appreciate all of the feedback that this thread brought. I've learned something from each one of you. The left turn across a multi-lane boulevard can be a challenge. Having the right-of-way...
Forum: Commuting
01-06-14, 09:49 PM
Replies: 32
Views: 1,780
Posted By Nutfarmer

I didn't communicate clearly...my apologies. I...

I didn't communicate clearly...my apologies. I was positioned in the center of the outside turn lane. As I reached the apex of the turn (past the oncoming traffic), I swung wide to head for the...
Forum: Commuting
01-06-14, 07:38 PM
Replies: 32
Views: 1,780
Posted By Nutfarmer

Just took delivery of a Hornit...nasty loud.

Just took delivery of a Hornit...nasty loud.
Forum: Commuting
01-06-14, 07:16 PM
Replies: 32
Views: 1,780
Posted By Nutfarmer

The oncoming traffic is also turning left across...

The oncoming traffic is also turning left across the intersection in the opposite direction. If my arc is too wide, I'll be hit head on. Having said that, the lady who passed me was just in way too...
Forum: Commuting
01-04-14, 11:49 PM
Replies: 32
Views: 1,780
Posted By Nutfarmer

No reason to ask for pardon. I've been making...

No reason to ask for pardon. I've been making that turn for at least three years with no problems. My wife is an exec for the DMV and told me that I had the right of way. I just wanted to be sure...
Forum: Commuting
01-04-14, 11:23 PM
Replies: 32
Views: 1,780
Posted By Nutfarmer

I take the lane to avoid being pushed into...

I take the lane to avoid being pushed into oncoming traffic. My experience has been that if I leave room on the inside, motorists will push me out of the lane.
Forum: Commuting
01-04-14, 10:00 PM
Replies: 32
Views: 1,780
Posted By Nutfarmer

There was no longer any oncoming traffic, so she...

There was no longer any oncoming traffic, so she swung out into the oncoming traffic lane to pass me before I could get to the bike lane--it's a big intersection.
Forum: Commuting
01-04-14, 07:31 PM
Replies: 32
Views: 1,780
Posted By Nutfarmer

Vehicular Cycling Advice.

So I had a little scare on the way home today. Most of my commute is on 4 lane avenues with bike lanes. At one point in each direction, I have to turn left, using 2-lane turn lanes. What I always...
Forum: Commuting
10-11-11, 02:21 PM
Replies: 63
Views: 3,665
Posted By Nutfarmer

I brake for road kill.

I brake for road kill.
Forum: Commuting
10-05-11, 11:11 AM
Replies: 12
Views: 9,119
Posted By Nutfarmer

Does anyone actually ride a Civia Bryant?

I've read many of the commentaries here about the Civia Bryant...benefits/limitations, price/benefits, etc.

I'm interested in hearing from someone who actually rides one daily--other than the...
Forum: Commuting
09-22-11, 08:35 AM
Replies: 25
Views: 1,084
Posted By Nutfarmer

+1

+1
Forum: Commuting
09-12-11, 08:32 AM
Replies: 30
Views: 1,235
Posted By Nutfarmer

I teach Spanish at a high school in Sacramento. ...

I teach Spanish at a high school in Sacramento. I have a 20 mi round trip for my commute. I shower in the locker room and keep the bike in my classroom.
Forum: Commuting
08-24-11, 01:03 PM
Replies: 327
Views: 46,759
Posted By Nutfarmer

...when you drive to work one day and your wife...

...when you drive to work one day and your wife calls in a panic because she thinks somebody stole your car.
Forum: Commuting
08-22-11, 10:10 AM
Replies: 82
Views: 13,486
Posted By Nutfarmer

I'm happy to do over 12 mph moving average on my...

I'm happy to do over 12 mph moving average on my 10 mi commute. But I'm also a Clyde.
Forum: Commuting
03-14-11, 02:16 PM
Replies: 24
Views: 2,373
Posted By Nutfarmer

I have a Brooks Flyer on my hybrid. I like it...

I have a Brooks Flyer on my hybrid. I like it very much.
Forum: Commuting
02-21-11, 10:12 AM
Replies: 16
Views: 4,007
Posted By Nutfarmer

Jamis Coda might work...and it has a steel frame.

Jamis Coda might work...and it has a steel frame.
Forum: Commuting
01-31-11, 03:18 PM
Replies: 19
Views: 1,163
Posted By Nutfarmer

I had been driving for the past couple of weeks,...

I had been driving for the past couple of weeks, just because of the fog. This morning I got up, looked outside and didn't see any. I thought "cool I'll ride today." 4 miles in, there it was. ...
Forum: Commuting
01-31-11, 01:51 PM
Replies: 19
Views: 1,163
Posted By Nutfarmer

Yep...Sacramento valley Tule Fog. The worst kind.

Yep...Sacramento valley Tule Fog. The worst kind.
Forum: Commuting
01-31-11, 09:23 AM
Replies: 19
Views: 1,163
Posted By Nutfarmer

I hate fog.

Ran into thick fog a little less than half way to work this morning. Scary stuff. Fortunately, the motorists slowed down.
Forum: Commuting
11-20-10, 12:01 AM
Replies: 23
Views: 1,341
Posted By Nutfarmer

Rain and Glasses

So I had to ride home in the rain today. My rain gear worked fine, but I had trouble keeping my glasses clear enough to see. Any suggestions...rainX?
Forum: Commuting
11-02-10, 10:29 AM
Replies: 89
Views: 10,465
Posted By Nutfarmer

Yep...and I grow 'em.

Yep...and I grow 'em.
Forum: Commuting
11-01-10, 04:19 PM
Replies: 79
Views: 3,866
Posted By Nutfarmer

Tule fog and winds above 20 mph. The meh answer...

Tule fog and winds above 20 mph. The meh answer works once in awhile as well.

Edit: Tule fog or winds above 20 mph. The two never come together.
Forum: Commuting
10-26-10, 01:34 PM
Replies: 17
Views: 1,654
Posted By Nutfarmer

Commuting in Fog

Here in the Sacramento Valley we get some pretty thick fog during the winter and spring. How do you all stay safe(er) and (more) visible in the fog?
Forum: Commuting
10-18-10, 02:14 PM
Replies: 60
Views: 2,620
Posted By Nutfarmer

I have to run 2 lights on my commute to work. ...

I have to run 2 lights on my commute to work. They are both left turns and the sensor is not triggered by my bike. The remaining 8 lights I obey.
Forum: Commuting
10-12-10, 01:41 PM
Replies: 79
Views: 10,144
Posted By Nutfarmer

I teach high school Spanish and commute 21 miles...

I teach high school Spanish and commute 21 miles a day round trip. My students are very used to seeing my bike parked in the classroom and miss it on the few occasions I drive.

I have a locker...
Forum: Commuting
10-12-10, 11:04 AM
Replies: 164
Views: 7,332
Posted By Nutfarmer

1. How old are you? 43 2. How far is your...

1. How old are you? 43
2. How far is your commute to work? 21 miles round trip
3. How many days a week do you commute? 4-5
4. Do you commute year around? Yes (fewer days in winter)
5. What do you...
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