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Forum: Commuting
09-17-24, 08:02 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 133
Posted By debade

As a new commuter, or even if you have some...

As a new commuter, or even if you have some experience, take the time to review on road safety techniques. In the States, the League of American Bicyclists has a series of videos on their website. ...
Forum: Touring
09-17-24, 02:48 AM
Replies: 7
Views: 223
Posted By debade

I have had great luck in Europe and the USA with...

I have had great luck in Europe and the USA with free bike boxes from bike stores. I have never paid for a box.

I would also shop the airlines for a roll on program. I was able to fly...
Forum: Fifty Plus (50+)
08-28-24, 06:20 AM
Replies: 21
Views: 934
Posted By debade

I was on a bike tour with 5 other people this...

I was on a bike tour with 5 other people this past summer. I Didn’t feel great but symptoms were minor. I get allergies in the fall and it kind of felt like that and given this crazy weather I...
Forum: Road Cycling
08-27-24, 03:59 PM
Replies: 22
Views: 791
Posted By debade

It’s funny that wife and I had the tire...

It’s funny that wife and I had the tire discussion for our commuter bikes. We both can’t be more impressed with Schwalbe Marathon + on our touring bikes.
Thousands of miles on both bikes and more...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
07-29-24, 01:52 PM
Replies: 23
Views: 866
Posted By debade

Thanks for taking the tine to share your PA rides!

Thanks for taking the tine to share your PA rides!
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
07-21-24, 10:21 PM
Replies: 23
Views: 866
Posted By debade

Looks like you have ridden Gap &. C&O. Curios...

Looks like you have ridden Gap &. C&O. Curios about PA 2017 and 2020 as well as Vermont to home if in PA. I’m looking for some tours in PA. TX
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
07-21-24, 10:09 PM
Replies: 20
Views: 962
Posted By debade

It’s a doable ride and the bridges didn’t pose a...

It’s a doable ride and the bridges didn’t pose a problem. It was several years ago from Key West. We were biking to Detroit but had to stop in Pittsburgh.
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
07-10-24, 05:46 AM
Replies: 150
Views: 9,246
Posted By debade

You’ve received a ton of advice. I am targeting...

You’ve received a ton of advice. I am targeting your comment about rail trails. I think one of the best places is Ohio. We biked the entire state nearly all on RT.

The other was Boise. It...
Forum: Classic and Vintage Bicycles: Whats it Worth? Appraisals.
07-04-24, 10:53 AM
Replies: 30
Views: 1,374
Posted By debade

Having grown up in Detroit in the early 50s,...

Having grown up in Detroit in the early 50s, where Vernors was launched. I don’t remember a Vernors bike. As a previous poster mentioned Vernors was is a soft drink. It is a highly carbonated,...
Forum: Touring
06-29-24, 04:33 AM
Replies: 14
Views: 1,073
Posted By debade

No issue with clip-ins. I often use them. My...

No issue with clip-ins. I often use them. My wife never does. Teva is one of her choices. OP, I understand you have made a choice and not trying to change your mind. Just providing my experience....
Forum: Touring
06-09-24, 04:30 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 841
Posted By debade

We did north to south with no problems. It’s a...

We did north to south with no problems. It’s a nice ride.
Forum: Advocacy & Safety
04-30-24, 01:00 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 703
Posted By debade

I think for a national discussion like this, one...

I think for a national discussion like this, one of the best references is https://www.pedbikeinfo.org/newsroom/newsletters.cfm. It provides a very good national and international information...
Forum: Long Distance Competition/Ultracycling, Randonneuring and Endurance Cycling
04-22-24, 05:04 PM
Replies: 28
Views: 3,173
Posted By debade

Last October wife and I, early 70+ year old, but...

Last October wife and I, early 70+ year old, but strong like bull, rode the GAP in 2 days. One night at hotel In ohiopyle. Then to Cumberland and train back to Pitt.

We have done the whole...
Forum: Advocacy & Safety
04-20-24, 06:53 AM
Replies: 45
Views: 3,195
Posted By debade

I agree with those that suggest to take the lane....

I agree with those that suggest to take the lane. If you do not have a flashy rear light, I would add one. I have also worn a reflecting vest that has copy on the back that shows the legal passing...
Forum: Advocacy & Safety
04-06-24, 06:21 AM
Replies: 18
Views: 1,169
Posted By debade

OP, is this an old study or a newer study using...

OP, is this an old study or a newer study using older data? If newer using older data, do you know why?
Forum: Advocacy & Safety
03-27-24, 04:22 AM
Replies: 16
Views: 1,415
Posted By debade

I think the suggestion of more riders is a good...

I think the suggestion of more riders is a good one but I now believe the only way to get there is protected bike lanes as cities like Copenhagen do. A few key issues need to be tackled.

Level of...
Forum: Fifty Plus (50+)
03-19-24, 09:41 PM
Replies: 46
Views: 3,822
Posted By debade

The League of American Bicyclists has an entire ...

The League of American Bicyclists has an entire Cycling training guide which includes guidance for learning to ride. It is under their Smart Cycling program.

Posters have provided similar...
Forum: Touring
12-19-23, 05:10 PM
Replies: 50
Views: 4,154
Posted By debade

71, hope to make 83. DW and I still tour. ...

71, hope to make 83. DW and I still tour. Camping is now behind us and kids inheritance pays for lodging. (Thanks kids). During our Europe tours a few years ago, the trains were our friend in...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
11-22-23, 05:56 AM
Replies: 11
Views: 1,764
Posted By debade

FK Day along with his wife started WBR many years...

FK Day along with his wife started WBR many years ago. It is legit and worth supporting. I have worked on bicycling advocacy in Arica and have witness the need for transport that the Buffalo bike...
Forum: Touring
09-10-23, 06:40 PM
Replies: 15
Views: 1,180
Posted By debade

lots of good thoughts here. I have not ridden...

lots of good thoughts here. I have not ridden all of them but most. I agree that the west coast is a good choice. I would rate Key West to Maine lower. However, continuing to Nova Scotia would...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
07-26-23, 02:21 AM
Replies: 60
Views: 3,330
Posted By debade

I thought a lot about this as I have not really...

I thought a lot about this as I have not really encountered regular bike riders that ride mass merchandiser bikes. I was surprised that can’t relate to an upgrade for quality, performance or...
Forum: Touring
07-10-23, 04:36 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 1,142
Posted By debade

Just to give you confidence about your trip. ...

Just to give you confidence about your trip. This is a post from a friend of mine
Kids are capable of doing amazing things, if only given the opportunity.

"The plan was for me to bike from...
Forum: Touring
07-07-23, 08:29 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 988
Posted By debade

just did this last month plus a little more. ...

just did this last month plus a little more. Great trail, in great shape. Highly recommend it. Averaged 50 per day but did a couple of 70. Besides the place where the there is a few miles detour,...
Forum: Road Cycling
05-29-23, 01:37 PM
Replies: 70
Views: 3,939
Posted By debade

Bicycling infrastructure in cities and the...

Bicycling infrastructure in cities and the addition of rural trails.
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
05-27-23, 01:10 PM
Replies: 43
Views: 3,382
Posted By debade

I heard Richard was retiring. I assumed the...

I heard Richard was retiring. I assumed the business would carry-on. Thanks for the update.
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
05-27-23, 07:32 AM
Replies: 43
Views: 3,382
Posted By debade

I like my Trek 520 and have talked to a lot of...

I like my Trek 520 and have talked to a lot of people with the Surely who speak highly of it. But I am not sure this meets your needs.

If you want to dig a bit deeper in your wallet and perhaps...
Forum: Advocacy & Safety
04-16-23, 08:10 PM
Replies: 43
Views: 4,432
Posted By debade

It is bad to have a car in the bike lane. It is...

It is bad to have a car in the bike lane. It is also sad to have only one bike in the bike lane. We all should work harder to encourage more people to bike and practice active transportation.
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
04-10-23, 03:32 AM
Replies: 9
Views: 2,050
Posted By debade

As mentioned above Bike Flights is an option and...

As mentioned above Bike Flights is an option and I think they have a competitor.

You don’t mention if you will be flying with your bike. If so, Lufthansa had a roll-on program for selected...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
03-31-23, 08:04 PM
Replies: 28
Views: 2,076
Posted By debade

Perhaps Richard Schwinn at Waterford bikes might...

Perhaps Richard Schwinn at Waterford bikes might have some knowledge and history.
Forum: Electronics, Lighting, & Gadgets
03-30-23, 07:25 AM
Replies: 23
Views: 1,190
Posted By debade

I was going to share the CA requirement for the...

I was going to share the CA requirement for the light being visible from the side. I could not find that or any change in CA regulations for lights. They did change the motor vehicle passing...
Forum: Southeast
03-27-23, 08:15 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 1,687
Posted By debade

many years ago we were driving somewhere and...

many years ago we were driving somewhere and knowing we were passing there we stopped and did a 20 or 30 mile ride. We remember it as on roads and a nice place to cycle. Sorry this is my only...
Forum: Advocacy & Safety
02-27-23, 07:06 AM
Replies: 231
Views: 18,441
Posted By debade

I totally agree. In the city I currently live,...

I totally agree. In the city I currently live, they have made a good commitment but I think with outdated ideas and in some cases missed opportunities.

Bottom line for me after experiencing bike...
Forum: Advocacy & Safety
02-26-23, 01:25 AM
Replies: 231
Views: 18,441
Posted By debade

you missed the point. And with your statement,...

you missed the point. And with your statement, “cycling on many highways is akin to Russian roulette.” I refuse to blame the cyclist when a motorist does not control their vehicle.

Thete is no...
Forum: Advocacy & Safety
02-25-23, 08:06 PM
Replies: 231
Views: 18,441
Posted By debade

These conversations are troubling to me. The...

These conversations are troubling to me. The shoulder width has nothing to do with a collision. The existence of a shoulder is not important. Nor is the number of cyclists abreast.

The...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
02-16-23, 08:49 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 889
Posted By debade

Couldn't agree more. My wife loves her Waterford...

Couldn't agree more. My wife loves her Waterford that has seen many tours and miles. I served with Richard on the board of the WI Bike Fed. His leadership and effort returned a great deal to the...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
02-16-23, 08:40 PM
Replies: 83
Views: 4,227
Posted By debade

I am guessing it is a catch 22. Places where...

I am guessing it is a catch 22. Places where bikes are stolen are places where there are many riders, like Vancouver given great infrastructure.

But while you should be angry with the thief, I...
Forum: Touring
02-02-23, 11:06 AM
Replies: 26
Views: 2,244
Posted By debade

Ride your mood. Trails are great for relaxing. ...

Ride your mood. Trails are great for relaxing. Roads lead to more site seeing. There are some that are both. Perhaps my favorite combo is Montreal to Quebec. Around Lake Michigan is another if...
Forum: Advocacy & Safety
01-15-23, 06:43 PM
Replies: 119
Views: 7,576
Posted By debade

Many cities have bike rack ordinances. All...

Many cities have bike rack ordinances. All cities have car park ordinances. The bike rack ordinances that I am most impressed are Portland and Milwaukee. There might be better but I know those. ...
Forum: Pacific Northwest
01-02-23, 05:08 PM
Replies: 35
Views: 5,193
Posted By debade

STP, Seattle to Portland. I never did it but I...

STP, Seattle to Portland. I never did it but I only lived there 5 years. It seems a right of passage. Some people do the 200 miles in one day but it is set as a 2 day event.
Forum: Advocacy & Safety
12-04-22, 05:22 AM
Replies: 28
Views: 2,000
Posted By debade

I expect most, but not all stationary bicycle...

I expect most, but not all stationary bicycle deaths and injuries occur when the stationary bicycle rider is driving to an exercise facility. Perhaps a statistic the OP would like to add to his...
Forum: Touring
11-29-22, 08:32 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 765
Posted By debade

I will share what we did many years ago. We road...

I will share what we did many years ago. We road a little further into Arcata/Eureka California and rented a car for a flight back home. We drove to SF keeping the rental drop off in state. We...
Forum: Training & Nutrition
11-24-22, 09:59 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 928
Posted By debade

I don’t know the answer to your question but I...

I don’t know the answer to your question but I recently move to a city with ice rinks and I am able to walk to one and skate tomorrow. It’s been about 4 years since the last time I laced up and I am...
Forum: Road Cycling
11-12-22, 07:27 AM
Replies: 39
Views: 2,058
Posted By debade

I fought it for years. Tried click stand at one...

I fought it for years. Tried click stand at one time. Since making the decision to add one to my city bike and touring bike, I couldn’t be happier. I have not found a need to add one to my...
Forum: Advocacy & Safety
09-30-22, 12:08 PM
Replies: 73
Views: 4,467
Posted By debade

The solution you suggest is clearly the best one...

The solution you suggest is clearly the best one which are protected bike lanes. But, that must be done with the idea of Complete Streets.

I wouldn't have responded except for the comment "look...
Forum: Advocacy & Safety
09-30-22, 04:05 AM
Replies: 73
Views: 4,467
Posted By debade

i feel you have presented a fair analysis based...

i feel you have presented a fair analysis based on the information presented. Having said that, until we change our attitudes about responsibility of managing a motor vehicle, we will not have safe...
Forum: Commuting
09-28-22, 01:01 AM
Replies: 15
Views: 1,378
Posted By debade

I expect the difference would be minimal, if at...

I expect the difference would be minimal, if at all. But perhaps looking at athelers, especially those that contine to perform at higher levels after retirement might provide an answer. But, it is...
Forum: Great Lakes
09-16-22, 04:50 AM
Replies: 8
Views: 1,814
Posted By debade

This is terrific. And I got to watch him play at...

This is terrific. And I got to watch him play at Olympia. The bridge should be lined with octopi (rubber) during the opening ceremonies.
Forum: Southwest
09-14-22, 05:45 AM
Replies: 4
Views: 952
Posted By debade

We biked and hiked are 10 days in Tuscon. Our...

We biked and hiked are 10 days in Tuscon. Our biking was on miles and miles of paved paths. The road infrastructure allowed us to easily get around without a car. We stayed close to the...
Forum: Commuting
09-10-22, 01:13 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 1,044
Posted By debade

A couple of other thoughts. I you have a car, ...

A couple of other thoughts. I you have a car, drive part of the way and bike the rest. I expect that will be less expensive.

The other thought is an e bike. Still an effort but it will be...
Forum: Pacific Northwest
09-08-22, 07:29 PM
Replies: 24
Views: 3,316
Posted By debade

I have a friend coming down from a little north...

I have a friend coming down from a little north of Vancouver, WA.
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