Uh oh...
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Uh oh...
Looks like the cagers will be unhappy, again...
https://64.236.16.241/2005/03/04/news...ex.htm?cnn=yes
https://64.236.16.241/2005/03/04/news...ex.htm?cnn=yes
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It's OK all you have to do is ride in a VC manner and negotiate with them... their anger will mean nothing to you... even if they have to wait on alternating days in long lines.
Don't worry... be happy...
Don't worry... be happy...
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Report says pump prices could shoot up by about 25 cents a gallon in coming days to new record.
Or maybe we'll see new, never-bike-commuted-before idiots, with a commute of a mile or two and whose only reason for commuting is the price of gasoline.
Once the prices go back down (if they do) they'll be back in their cars/trucks/vans/SUVs.
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Originally Posted by RonH
With warmer weather (Spring) on the way, maybe we'll see more bike commuters on the road.
Or maybe we'll see new, never-bike-commuted-before idiots, with a commute of a mile or two and whose only reason for commuting is the price of gasoline.
Once the prices go back down (if they do) they'll be back in their cars/trucks/vans/SUVs.
Or maybe we'll see new, never-bike-commuted-before idiots, with a commute of a mile or two and whose only reason for commuting is the price of gasoline.
Once the prices go back down (if they do) they'll be back in their cars/trucks/vans/SUVs.
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but that could only improve things for us, as they would be even more aware of what it is like to commute when they get back in their SUVs, etc.
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Originally Posted by naisme
but that could only improve things for us, as they would be even more aware of what it is like to commute when they get back in their SUVs, etc.
My favorite phrase is: "I paid the exact price for my item (food whatever...). I didn't drive... I rode my bike "
Peace,
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Originally Posted by Dahon.Steve
I doubt we'll see new commuter because the price is still cheap. People will simply spend less on other things like clothing and entertainment before they give up their cars.
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My favorite phrase is: "I paid the exact price for my item (food whatever...). I didn't drive... I rode my bike "
really? your favorite phrase?
i guess mine would be "i paid the exact price for my beer. i rode my bike and bought all the ingredients as food and made it myself so no alcohol tax.
really? your favorite phrase?
i guess mine would be "i paid the exact price for my beer. i rode my bike and bought all the ingredients as food and made it myself so no alcohol tax.
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Does this high gas price stuff make you guys nervous? The only time I drive is when I go home from college, but I still have to buy gas every once and awhile. I would like to know what those people are thinking that drive huge SUV's and trucks. Do they care? When are they going to start to caring? I like the look I get when I am commuting on my bike in the winter, its so funny to see people's reaction. Does anyone else get the look when commuting? I really like Europe because you hardly ever see a SUV and they seem to be a little more enviromental. Take it easy and peace out.
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Originally Posted by naisme
but that could only improve things for us, as they would be even more aware of what it is like to commute when they get back in their SUVs, etc.
Last edited by vrkelley; 03-07-05 at 09:24 PM.
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"Or maybe we'll see new, never-bike-commuted-before idiots, with a commute of a mile or two and whose only reason for commuting is the price of gasoline."
Welcome them. Be friendly. Chat at the lights and at bike racks. Seduce them to the light side.
Welcome them. Be friendly. Chat at the lights and at bike racks. Seduce them to the light side.
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Originally Posted by andygates
"Or maybe we'll see new, never-bike-commuted-before idiots, with a commute of a mile or two and whose only reason for commuting is the price of gasoline."
Welcome them. Be friendly. Chat at the lights and at bike racks. Seduce them to the light side.
Welcome them. Be friendly. Chat at the lights and at bike racks. Seduce them to the light side.
Yes.... after they pull out in front of you without looking, weave from side to side as you try to pass, try to overtake you on the inside because you've taken the lane and have left a gap, and if you can catch them after they run the red lights, and if they haven't abused you for taking them to task...
But I am a bit mellow tonight, so all I can say is: Nice dream, nice desire. Where's the training going to come from to make these people reasonably competent cyclists?