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Forum: Living Car Free
09-27-08, 02:49 PM
Replies: 76
Views: 3,938
Posted By 50Mules

Good point. I got caught up in the excitement and...

Good point. I got caught up in the excitement and bought 2 properties using this type of loan with interest only payments. I was lucky and sold 1 for a profit before the **** hit the fan. The other...
Forum: Living Car Free
09-27-08, 06:57 AM
Replies: 76
Views: 3,938
Posted By 50Mules

The current situation was caused, to a large...

The current situation was caused, to a large extent, by government intervention into the marketplace. The combination of two government actions palyed a large part in the credit meltdown. The...
Forum: Living Car Free
09-26-08, 02:30 PM
Replies: 76
Views: 3,938
Posted By 50Mules

Many believe that the situation can be fixed...

Many believe that the situation can be fixed using free market solutions.

From Congressman Connie Mack of Florida on the Paulson Bailout Plan:

'Instead of pursuing this ill-conceived,...
Forum: Living Car Free
09-22-08, 12:23 PM
Replies: 53
Views: 2,614
Posted By 50Mules

I'm driving a 1988 Ford Ranger that I only use...

I'm driving a 1988 Ford Ranger that I only use for local business. It gets around 20 mpg. I'd stop using it completely but it enhances my productivity many times over a bicycle. About 7 months ago...
Forum: Living Car Free
09-22-08, 11:26 AM
Replies: 36
Views: 1,963
Posted By 50Mules

++1 Maybe some good investment opportunities...

++1

Maybe some good investment opportunities down the road. I want in on that. Carbon Credit ETF's anyone?
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
09-18-08, 02:20 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 1,849
Posted By 50Mules

Derailleur Hanger Stuck

My son is trying to remove a broken derailleur hanger and he says the hanger is stuck to frame as if it was glued on. He is away at school so I don't have access to the bike to see what he means. I...
Forum: Living Car Free
09-14-08, 07:13 AM
Replies: 81
Views: 2,811
Posted By 50Mules

Well said. I'm leaving now to avoid any violence.

Well said. I'm leaving now to avoid any violence.
Forum: Living Car Free
09-13-08, 12:04 PM
Replies: 81
Views: 2,811
Posted By 50Mules

Many of the deniers you refer to do not deny the...

Many of the deniers you refer to do not deny the existence of a warming trend in the climate. Many of them do, however, disagree with the causes and the urgency of the situation. I'm sure you know...
Forum: Living Car Free
09-12-08, 08:52 PM
Replies: 81
Views: 2,811
Posted By 50Mules

++1 Global "climate change" will be used as...

++1

Global "climate change" will be used as a money grab to subsidize the wealthy and powerful so they can control the production and use of energy. The Cap-and-Trade swindle will bilk trillions...
Forum: Fifty Plus (50+)
03-12-08, 01:09 PM
Replies: 15
Views: 684
Posted By 50Mules

I'll second RJBTrek on using tonic water...

I'll second RJBTrek on using tonic water (quinine) to help with the cramps.
Forum: Commuting
03-12-08, 01:01 PM
Replies: 46
Views: 6,919
Posted By 50Mules

Has anyone tried the PalnetBike Mini Versair...

Has anyone tried the PalnetBike Mini Versair pump? Any good?

http://ecom1.planetbike.com/1008.html
Forum: Southeast
02-23-08, 10:11 AM
Replies: 2
Views: 632
Posted By 50Mules

I enquired about the cycling at the State Parks...

I enquired about the cycling at the State Parks in SWFL. Following is a response from the parks management. Hope it helps.

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Thank you for your interest in Florida State Parks. Fakahatchee ...
Forum: Fifty Plus (50+)
02-20-08, 09:30 AM
Replies: 94
Views: 2,947
Posted By 50Mules

Enjoying your "Dream Retirement" is another bill...

Enjoying your "Dream Retirement" is another bill of goods we are being sold. Retirement is an invention. Another failed social engineering experiment. Those of us 50+ are being set up as...
Forum: Fifty Plus (50+)
02-19-08, 04:13 PM
Replies: 94
Views: 2,947
Posted By 50Mules

Sorry to hear you're in such a bind. I...

Sorry to hear you're in such a bind. I personally think retirement is overrated. Me, I love to work and plan to work until the day I die or can't possibly work anymore due to illness. What's sad...
Forum: Fifty Plus (50+)
02-19-08, 02:24 PM
Replies: 58
Views: 15,459
Posted By 50Mules

You may want to consider adding some protein,...

You may want to consider adding some protein, nuts or jerkey, to the fruit. It helps to moderate spikes in blood sugar levels.
Forum: Fifty Plus (50+)
02-19-08, 02:18 PM
Replies: 94
Views: 2,947
Posted By 50Mules

I don't remember where, but I remember reading...

I don't remember where, but I remember reading about how the release of endorphins during exercise (even moderate exercise) can help fight depression.
Forum: Commuting
02-14-08, 04:24 PM
Replies: 68
Views: 3,721
Posted By 50Mules

I think the bicycles (and other forms of human...

I think the bicycles (and other forms of human powered vehicles) are a great solution to for relieving congestion in cities and for local suburban commutes. But these will never serve the suburban...
Forum: Commuting
02-14-08, 12:13 PM
Replies: 68
Views: 3,721
Posted By 50Mules

It's funny how China, as a relatively poor...

It's funny how China, as a relatively poor country, was the commuter and utility bicycle capital of the world. As it becomes more affluent, many of the Chinese are showing a preference for motorized...
Forum: Winter Cycling
02-14-08, 09:00 AM
Replies: 4
Views: 812
Posted By 50Mules

My chest size is about 43" and the large fits...

My chest size is about 43" and the large fits closely but not tight. I think a 44" or 45" can still wear the large comfortably.
Forum: Fifty Plus (50+)
02-13-08, 04:16 PM
Replies: 31
Views: 1,171
Posted By 50Mules

This has never happended to me but the situation...

This has never happended to me but the situation sounds risky. I think it's time to pull over and let them pass.
Forum: Winter Cycling
02-13-08, 09:07 AM
Replies: 4
Views: 812
Posted By 50Mules

Thermawool - Good Buy

Good buy on Thermawool base layers Here (http://www.campmor.com/webapp/wcs/stores/servlet/ProductDisplay?productId=39298938&memberId=12500226)

I bought a few of these and they are worth the $20...
Forum: Commuting
02-10-08, 07:06 AM
Replies: 36
Views: 14,237
Posted By 50Mules

Human Powered Vehiclists?

Human Powered Vehiclists?
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
02-04-08, 07:24 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 587
Posted By 50Mules

Thank you all. I'll be counting teeth tomorrow...

Thank you all. I'll be counting teeth tomorrow morning to see what I have.
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
02-04-08, 04:49 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 587
Posted By 50Mules

Need help with the math

I'm using a Shimano Nexus 8-speed hub and want to lower (so it's easier to pedal) the overall gearing by 15%. I think I can do this by changing the front sprocket to a smaller one. How many less...
Forum: Folding Bikes
02-04-08, 03:23 PM
Replies: 1
Views: 3,019
Posted By 50Mules

Dahon Mu XL Sport

I'd like to get a folding bike that both my wife and I can ride around town and take on trips. Mostly errands and some recreational riding. She's 5' and I'm 5'9". I like the specs of the Dahon Mu...
Forum: Fifty Plus (50+)
01-23-08, 10:00 AM
Replies: 1,914
Views: 512,716
Posted By 50Mules

I just started biking again after a 15 year...

I just started biking again after a 15 year hiatus. I'm 56 years old.

1. What type of bikes do 50+ folks ride?

Just bought a Jamis Commuter 3. Planned modifications include a front chainring...
Forum: Utility Cycling
01-22-08, 08:32 AM
Replies: 76
Views: 4,259
Posted By 50Mules

Good questions Aaron. The timeframe constraints...

Good questions Aaron. The timeframe constraints can only be overcome with a "mission to the moon" mentality. As I said, to get there, we need a clear plan and strong leadership. A good plan will...
Forum: Utility Cycling
01-21-08, 08:07 PM
Replies: 76
Views: 4,259
Posted By 50Mules

Not to worry. There are many alternatives to...

Not to worry. There are many alternatives to fossil fuels. Human power is of course one of the best being one with nature. Renewable energy resource research is in it's infancy and will probably...
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