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Forum: Advocacy & Safety
03-03-16, 09:16 PM
Replies: 22
Views: 1,957
Posted By dpeters11

I want more with B-Cycle, they have reciprocity.

I want more with B-Cycle, they have reciprocity.
Forum: Advocacy & Safety
02-28-16, 10:34 PM
Replies: 14
Views: 1,210
Posted By dpeters11

It's in the works in Ohio along with a dead red...

It's in the works in Ohio along with a dead red provision. It's already the law locally in Cincinnati. No one has ever been cited under it as far as I know. What is really needed is education,...
Forum: Hybrid Bicycles
02-26-16, 09:36 PM
Replies: 2,216
Views: 836,348
Posted By dpeters11

Thanks, I'll try that. Yeah, I really think...

Thanks, I'll try that.

Yeah, I really think I'll like them. Funny thing is when I got the first package, I realized both were left grips, so they had to send me a right, from Italy. Now I just...
Forum: Hybrid Bicycles
02-25-16, 06:54 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 1,293
Posted By dpeters11

Do they ever? A guy was just acquitted here in...

Do they ever? A guy was just acquitted here in Ohio for killing two cyclists he hit while making an illegal left turn while texting because "he didn't see them."
Forum: Hybrid Bicycles
02-25-16, 12:03 PM
Replies: 2,216
Views: 836,348
Posted By dpeters11

I won a pair of Brooks Ergon GP1 grips and went...

I won a pair of Brooks Ergon GP1 grips and went to put them on my FX 7.5 (I believe a 2011). I eventually got the originals off, but realized I was in trouble when the new grips slid on with almost...
Forum: Advocacy & Safety
02-11-16, 10:27 AM
Replies: 130
Views: 8,321
Posted By dpeters11

There are towns like this. I don't know about...

There are towns like this. I don't know about Indiana, but at one point in Ohio there was a town that required cyclists to use the sidewalk, walking their bikes across crosswalks. This was in...
Forum: Advocacy & Safety
02-08-16, 11:42 AM
Replies: 130
Views: 8,321
Posted By dpeters11

I've thought that maybe we should require that...

I've thought that maybe we should require that drivers take a new written exam when they renew their license, maybe concentrating on the changes in the laws in the past 10 years or so.
Forum: Advocacy & Safety
02-08-16, 11:40 AM
Replies: 130
Views: 8,321
Posted By dpeters11

In other cases, if someone isn't travelling at...

In other cases, if someone isn't travelling at vehicle speed, they are impeding traffic to the officer. In the case of my state, it had to go the the appeal to state that as long as you are...
Forum: Advocacy & Safety
02-07-16, 05:50 PM
Replies: 130
Views: 8,321
Posted By dpeters11

In many ways, the appeal was a good thing, at...

In many ways, the appeal was a good thing, at least since it went the right way. It carries more weight from a legal standpoint for the future. We had a case on impeding traffic in Ohio that went to...
Forum: Advocacy & Safety
02-02-16, 02:38 PM
Replies: 99
Views: 7,257
Posted By dpeters11

Plus, it wasn't a non-criminal offense. Violation...

Plus, it wasn't a non-criminal offense. Violation would mean potentially 30 days in jail and/or $500 fine, plus restitution to the "victim" whatever that really would be and could mean loss of...
Forum: Advocacy & Safety
02-02-16, 12:52 PM
Replies: 99
Views: 7,257
Posted By dpeters11

There is the common courtesy, but this particular...

There is the common courtesy, but this particular bill didn't seem to make a distinction of pulling over where it was safe to do so but seemed to suggest that as soon as a vehicle was behind you to...
Forum: Advocacy & Safety
02-02-16, 12:50 PM
Replies: 99
Views: 7,257
Posted By dpeters11

An article I saw said that the vote to kill the...

An article I saw said that the vote to kill the bill was unanimous. So the main sponsor of the bill who chairs that committee also voted to kill it?
Forum: Advocacy & Safety
01-28-16, 07:35 PM
Replies: 99
Views: 7,257
Posted By dpeters11

Enforcement is a key aspect. In Ohio, you are...

Enforcement is a key aspect. In Ohio, you are legally required to use your parking brake every time you park. Most drivers only use it when on a grade. It's not enforced unless it were to actually...
Forum: Advocacy & Safety
01-26-16, 05:54 PM
Replies: 99
Views: 7,257
Posted By dpeters11

I also notice that some of the sponsors of this...

I also notice that some of the sponsors of this bill voted for the safe passing bill last year.
Forum: Advocacy & Safety
01-23-16, 06:43 PM
Replies: 99
Views: 7,257
Posted By dpeters11

Dangerous bill proposal in South Dakota

And this isn't just one insane Representative, it's 11 Representatives and three Senators. Cyclists would be required to get off the road in a no passing zone to allow traffic to pass, or face up to...
Forum: Advocacy & Safety
01-18-16, 11:46 AM
Replies: 74
Views: 5,168
Posted By dpeters11

18 feet at the pole or where it's sagging on the...

18 feet at the pole or where it's sagging on the left side of the road? It looks like it drops below 15 feet, or at least close enough that as you're coming up on it from the other direction you'd be...
Forum: Advocacy & Safety
01-18-16, 09:46 AM
Replies: 74
Views: 5,168
Posted By dpeters11

I looked at a fairly random lettered road,...

I looked at a fairly random lettered road, choosing a location not too far from a decently populated city. There do seem to be trees.
...
Forum: Advocacy & Safety
01-18-16, 09:16 AM
Replies: 74
Views: 5,168
Posted By dpeters11

Missouri bill requires bicyclists to fly 15-foot...

Missouri bill requires bicyclists to fly 15-foot flag on country roads (http://www.news-leader.com/story/news/2016/01/14/missouri-bill-requires-bicyclists-fly-15-foot-flag-country-roads/78793968/)...
Forum: Advocacy & Safety
01-14-16, 10:32 PM
Replies: 74
Views: 5,168
Posted By dpeters11

Missouri lawmaker wants 15' pole with flag requirement on lettered highways

He apparently tried to ban cyclists on these roads, but now has moved to requiring a florescent flag a minimum of 15 feet above the ground.
...
Forum: Advocacy & Safety
08-03-15, 02:50 PM
Replies: 43
Views: 2,836
Posted By dpeters11

It'd be an actual Ghost bike, the ones sold at...

It'd be an actual Ghost bike, the ones sold at REI.
Forum: Advocacy & Safety
07-25-15, 07:53 PM
Replies: 54
Views: 3,570
Posted By dpeters11

No, but I can't imagine that Xanax, Zoloft and...

No, but I can't imagine that Xanax, Zoloft and Pamelor with alcohol is a good combination.
Forum: Advocacy & Safety
07-04-15, 10:13 AM
Replies: 87
Views: 5,314
Posted By dpeters11

Got it. This actually happened down the road from...

Got it. This actually happened down the road from me, he was killed. The driver had to pay $1000, do 100 hours of comm. service and serve two years home arrest.

You're right, all indications had...
Forum: Advocacy & Safety
07-03-15, 09:22 PM
Replies: 87
Views: 5,314
Posted By dpeters11

What's actually a bit scary is that I recognized...

What's actually a bit scary is that I recognized that scene immediately. Are you in Cincinnati? If so, you might look at doing a ride with the Cincinnati Cycle Club or Urban Basin, find one that fits...
Forum: Advocacy & Safety
06-07-15, 07:19 PM
Replies: 17
Views: 1,862
Posted By dpeters11

Cyclist killed during warmup for Kansas State Time Trials

No details released, other than she was hit by a truck.

Glenda Taylor, head of Washburn University art department, killed in bicycle-truck wreck | CJOnline.com...
Forum: Advocacy & Safety
06-05-15, 09:45 AM
Replies: 84
Views: 4,461
Posted By dpeters11

It's hard to look at a still image and figure out...

It's hard to look at a still image and figure out what is actually going through someone's mind based on a frozen expression.
Forum: Advocacy & Safety
06-03-15, 08:31 PM
Replies: 19
Views: 2,319
Posted By dpeters11

Absolutely. I mainly got mine to support the...

Absolutely. I mainly got mine to support the company.
Forum: Advocacy & Safety
05-31-15, 01:57 PM
Replies: 19
Views: 2,319
Posted By dpeters11

I know some here don't like RoadID products, but...

I know some here don't like RoadID products, but I like them for a few reasons. It's a good group, and for me, also local. Last year I found that the owner was out on a local road and helped a rider...
Forum: Advocacy & Safety
05-29-15, 07:15 PM
Replies: 51
Views: 9,949
Posted By dpeters11

Frankly, with this kind of incident, he could...

Frankly, with this kind of incident, he could have been driving down the road and been killed, or at least very seriously injured.

I saw a comment on another article that said "6 beers isn't even...
Forum: Advocacy & Safety
05-29-15, 12:42 PM
Replies: 51
Views: 9,949
Posted By dpeters11

Just to be clear, I'm not the one that thinks...

Just to be clear, I'm not the one that thinks that. That was a quote from his wife.
Forum: Advocacy & Safety
05-28-15, 06:37 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 832
Posted By dpeters11

It wasn't a hit and run. Teen bicyclist hit...

It wasn't a hit and run.

Teen bicyclist hit on Millersport in Amherst - Story (http://www.wkbw.com/news/millersport-closed-after-bicyclist-hit-by-car)
Forum: Advocacy & Safety
05-28-15, 12:19 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 832
Posted By dpeters11

This article says that a witness reported that he...

This article says that a witness reported that he was trying to cross against the light.

Has nothing to do with this, but it looks like in January, he was charged with petit larceny. Don't know...
Forum: Advocacy & Safety
05-28-15, 11:59 AM
Replies: 51
Views: 9,949
Posted By dpeters11

"He may have had a drinking problem, but he would...

"He may have had a drinking problem, but he would do anything for anybody" and blame the victim
Man charged in cyclist's death 'a really good guy' who may have drinking problem, wife says | Scott...
Forum: Advocacy & Safety
05-26-15, 07:53 AM
Replies: 51
Views: 9,949
Posted By dpeters11

Well, there are full blooded Americans that would...

Well, there are full blooded Americans that would do this too. But it all adds to it and makes it "easier" to throw in the maximum sentences and not have it reduced or a jury that doesn't agree for...
Forum: Advocacy & Safety
05-25-15, 04:26 PM
Replies: 51
Views: 9,949
Posted By dpeters11

This article confirms some aspects. The driver...

This article confirms some aspects. The driver had no license or ssn, had an open beer in the truck and told police he had 6 beers prior and smoked pot.
...
Forum: Advocacy & Safety
05-24-15, 08:07 PM
Replies: 51
Views: 9,949
Posted By dpeters11

Drunk driver causes death during Horsey 100

Lexington man dies after being hit by vehicle during Horsey Hundred cycling event; driver is arrested | Scott County | Kentucky.com...
Forum: Advocacy & Safety
05-20-15, 06:15 PM
Replies: 90
Views: 5,816
Posted By dpeters11

The problem with the crossing of the solid yellow...

The problem with the crossing of the solid yellow is that in many states, it's not specified. I'm in Ohio where it is, if safe to do so. A twisty road where you can't see far enough ahead wouldn't...
Forum: Advocacy & Safety
05-08-15, 02:20 PM
Replies: 57
Views: 3,052
Posted By dpeters11

And I don't think it'll pass. They couldn't...

And I don't think it'll pass.

They couldn't even get a bill passed increasing the penalty for hit and run drivers. Currently, it can a lighter penalty for someone to leave the scene than to stick...
Forum: Advocacy & Safety
05-08-15, 01:57 PM
Replies: 57
Views: 3,052
Posted By dpeters11

I'm not sure what I'm missing, if anything. Based...

I'm not sure what I'm missing, if anything. Based on the bill, anyone 16 or younger would be required to wear a proper helmet and there would be a fine if in violation starting one year after...
Forum: Advocacy & Safety
05-06-15, 08:34 PM
Replies: 57
Views: 3,052
Posted By dpeters11

Mandatory helmet for 16 and under introduced in Ohio

Just as an FYI for anyone in Ohio. This would not affect adults (other than the up to $100 fine).

Bill would require Ohio kids to wear bike helmets | The Columbus Dispatch...
Forum: Advocacy & Safety
05-06-15, 08:21 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 708
Posted By dpeters11

When it comes to safety, no. The less helmet you...

When it comes to safety, no. The less helmet you get, the higher the price.
Forum: Advocacy & Safety
05-02-15, 03:18 PM
Replies: 385
Views: 28,927
Posted By dpeters11

You haven't missed it, the trial date is set for...

You haven't missed it, the trial date is set for June 4.
Forum: Advocacy & Safety
05-01-15, 06:32 PM
Replies: 385
Views: 28,927
Posted By dpeters11

She has resigned as Bishop and has been deposed...

She has resigned as Bishop and has been deposed of all ordination, she is no longer a priest.

Episcopal bishop in hit-and-run case resigns - Baltimore Sun...
Forum: Advocacy & Safety
05-01-15, 06:09 PM
Replies: 86
Views: 4,951
Posted By dpeters11

But the problem with bike lanes can be that then...

But the problem with bike lanes can be that then drivers assume you must always use it, even if it hasn't been cleared or some other issue like bike lane in the door zone etc.
Forum: Advocacy & Safety
04-25-15, 08:03 PM
Replies: 20
Views: 2,496
Posted By dpeters11

Keep in mind, at least for Ohio (and probably...

Keep in mind, at least for Ohio (and probably others), while it is legal at the state level to ride a bicycle on the sidewalk, local jurisdictions are able to prohibit it. In Cincinnati, it's illegal...
Forum: Advocacy & Safety
04-23-15, 06:40 PM
Replies: 28
Views: 2,283
Posted By dpeters11

I never really considered how many people don't...

I never really considered how many people don't know what disc brakes are. I saw someone ask them if their Trek Pure was affected.
Forum: Advocacy & Safety
04-23-15, 11:15 AM
Replies: 28
Views: 2,283
Posted By dpeters11

I don't have an affected bike, but I think if I...

I don't have an affected bike, but I think if I did, I'd probably just have them swap it the next time I was in for something else, or if they allow it, just take the skewer with me when I was going...
Forum: Advocacy & Safety
04-22-15, 07:38 PM
Replies: 28
Views: 2,283
Posted By dpeters11

And it's unbelievable some of the comments Trek...

And it's unbelievable some of the comments Trek is getting on this...the blame, comments about that's what you get for getting a cheap bike instead of a Specialized etc (who had an aerobar recall...
Forum: Advocacy & Safety
04-21-15, 11:25 AM
Replies: 15
Views: 2,072
Posted By dpeters11

I don't think they do cause seizures, as far as...

I don't think they do cause seizures, as far as I've ever seen, those that are affected have them triggered at a faster rate than bike lights generate. 2-4 flashes per second isn't going to do it.
Forum: Advocacy & Safety
04-21-15, 10:53 AM
Replies: 15
Views: 2,072
Posted By dpeters11

There is some debate about whether blinking...

There is some debate about whether blinking lights are more dangerous than steady lights. Blinking gets noticed faster, but steady is better for determining position and distance and target fixation...
Forum: Advocacy & Safety
04-20-15, 07:07 PM
Replies: 19
Views: 1,301
Posted By dpeters11

If I got a ticket for speeding, I admit I'd...

If I got a ticket for speeding, I admit I'd probably frame it. Other violations, nothing to be proud of.
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