Minneapolis St. Paul Commuters: Thoughts on 1:00 A.M. - 3:00 A.M. through town?
08-17-14, 08:34 PM
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Not too familiar with SPD-Ls but as an alternative to backup shoes, consider bringing the hex key or whatever tool you use to attach the cleats instead. Much lighter and smaller, then if you do have to hoof it you can spare the cleat wear and hopefully walk more comfortably (depends on the shoe).
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Not too familiar with SPD-Ls but as an alternative to backup shoes, consider bringing the hex key or whatever tool you use to attach the cleats instead. Much lighter and smaller, then if you do have to hoof it you can spare the cleat wear and hopefully walk more comfortably (depends on the shoe).
Still, I think about the joke of using running shoes to out run the bear...
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08-26-14, 04:54 AM
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1st commute today! It was a really nice ride with clear skies, no moon, minimal wind and about 59 degrees. Later in a week or so I'll move from the 14.9 mile / one-half commute to most, if not all, the way from home.
Thank you everyone for all your assistance.
Thank you everyone for all your assistance.
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