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Forum: Northeast
09-06-20, 07:48 PM
Replies: 11,199
Views: 1,465,762
Posted By E53

Just shy of 55 miles for me today. I rode up 225,...

Just shy of 55 miles for me today. I rode up 225, and into Harvard, Bolton, Stow, Maynard, Iced coffee on the patio of West Concord DD, then back home to Billerica.
Forum: Northeast
09-29-19, 08:26 PM
Replies: 11,199
Views: 1,465,762
Posted By E53

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Here I am while getting an evil hex removed from my Roubaix.
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Forum: Northeast
09-05-19, 03:56 PM
Replies: 11,199
Views: 1,465,762
Posted By E53

I got out to Harvard today for a 53 mile round...

I got out to Harvard today for a 53 mile round trip. This time I took Littleton County Road just for a change of scenery. After making my way to Carleson's Orchard to purchase a few apples and some...
Forum: Northeast
08-24-19, 08:27 AM
Replies: 11,199
Views: 1,465,762
Posted By E53

Absolutely great news!

Absolutely great news!
Forum: Northeast
08-18-19, 01:15 PM
Replies: 11,199
Views: 1,465,762
Posted By E53

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Forum: Northeast
08-13-19, 08:37 PM
Replies: 11,199
Views: 1,465,762
Posted By E53

I visited someone in Harvard recently who uses...

I visited someone in Harvard recently who uses the "Nextdoor" email app. He said there were references to "Tour De France wannabees" tearing it up on the downhills, and being a nuisance.
Never once...
Forum: Northeast
08-06-19, 07:05 AM
Replies: 11,199
Views: 1,465,762
Posted By E53

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I don't know exactly how far they got into it before it was figured...
Forum: Northeast
08-03-19, 01:03 PM
Replies: 11,199
Views: 1,465,762
Posted By E53

This was a day to remember! It was supposed to...

This was a day to remember! It was supposed to rain at some point, but I took a chance. After I left Fern's, I headed up 225, and a couple of guys on Harleys passed me going up the first hill. I...
Forum: Northeast
07-09-19, 11:05 AM
Replies: 11,199
Views: 1,465,762
Posted By E53

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I went out for a quick 25 today. My first stop was at Fern's in Carlyle,...
Forum: Northeast
05-19-19, 06:37 AM
Replies: 11,199
Views: 1,465,762
Posted By E53

I went out to Bolton yesterday this time using...

I went out to Bolton yesterday this time using Rte. 111. It was a nice ride through West Acton, and cool because I'd never been there before. I have a "thing" for cool mailboxes, and this one caught...
Forum: Northeast
05-17-19, 08:34 PM
Replies: 11,199
Views: 1,465,762
Posted By E53

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It's been a long time since I rode my bike to a candy store, but I did it...
Forum: Northeast
05-05-19, 08:56 PM
Replies: 11,199
Views: 1,465,762
Posted By E53

I did a nice 40 mile ride yesterday through...

I did a nice 40 mile ride yesterday through Carlisle, Concord, Sudbury and Wayland. The aches and pains came on after about 25 miles. As much as I hate taking pills, I think a couple of Alleve might...
Forum: Northeast
04-28-19, 07:36 PM
Replies: 11,199
Views: 1,465,762
Posted By E53

I finally got out after a two week layoff due to...

I finally got out after a two week layoff due to a cough, and the fact that my mother needed surgery which was pretty serious. Anyway, it was great to get back on the Roubaix and do my usual...
Forum: Northeast
04-15-19, 11:33 AM
Replies: 11,199
Views: 1,465,762
Posted By E53

I reported the Auburn grate, and stressed that it...

I reported the Auburn grate, and stressed that it is a safety hazard. I rode over the route 27 grate last weekend. That one should be reported too. Maybe the more complaints that are generated the...
Forum: Northeast
04-14-19, 12:40 PM
Replies: 11,199
Views: 1,465,762
Posted By E53

Mailbox Tour

One ride I love to do is the ride from Auburn back home to Billerica. It's 55 miles of varied terrain. My route starts off near the Auburn Mall on Pakachoag Road where the town has installed this...
Forum: Northeast
04-06-19, 06:17 PM
Replies: 11,199
Views: 1,465,762
Posted By E53

After a quick stop at Fern's in Carlisle, I hit...

After a quick stop at Fern's in Carlisle, I hit the hills on 225 toward Westford. I love the cool weather for doing hills. Listening to the voices in my head, I went to Maynard and hung out with the...
Forum: Northeast
03-29-19, 05:12 PM
Replies: 11,199
Views: 1,465,762
Posted By E53

Despite the threat of rain, I thought it would be...

Despite the threat of rain, I thought it would be a good idea to try to squeeze in 25 miles. The "threat" turned into a promise fulfilled, but it was great none the less! I rode into Concord and set...
Forum: Northeast
03-24-19, 08:30 PM
Replies: 11,199
Views: 1,465,762
Posted By E53

You weren’t alone. Still it was great to get out...

You weren’t alone. Still it was great to get out on the road.
Forum: Northeast
10-22-18, 07:46 PM
Replies: 11,199
Views: 1,465,762
Posted By E53

I cheated a bit and had my son bring my truck, so...

I cheated a bit and had my son bring my truck, so I just put it in the truck bed very carefully. I had a load of pine boards in the bed, so it nestled in nicely.
Forum: Northeast
10-20-18, 10:13 PM
Replies: 11,199
Views: 1,465,762
Posted By E53

Not a good ride today, my chain broke a few miles...

Not a good ride today, my chain broke a few miles out. Luckily, someone was home to rescue me. I'll be packing a master link and pliers from now on....
Forum: Northeast
10-14-18, 04:39 PM
Replies: 11,199
Views: 1,465,762
Posted By E53

This morning my wife said she was going Auburn,...

This morning my wife said she was going Auburn, so my bike and I hitched a ride and rode home to Billerica from there. The ride started on Pakachoag St. where they have a slotted storm drain/bicycle...
Forum: Northeast
10-07-18, 12:33 PM
Replies: 11,199
Views: 1,465,762
Posted By E53

Feel empowered... I guess

Feel empowered... I guess
Forum: Northeast
09-30-18, 07:17 PM
Replies: 11,199
Views: 1,465,762
Posted By E53

My first stop is always at Fern's in Carlisle....

My first stop is always at Fern's in Carlisle. From there, I always decide (roughly) which way I want to head. Today I decided to go up Westford Rd. and take on the hills there. I was pleasantly...
Forum: Northeast
09-27-18, 03:57 PM
Replies: 11,199
Views: 1,465,762
Posted By E53

I did a little cross-country ride today from...

I did a little cross-country ride today from Auburn to Billerica using Strava to plot my route. Just about at the beginning there was a monster of a hill which is near the Auburn Sportsman Club....
Forum: Northeast
09-09-18, 09:52 PM
Replies: 11,199
Views: 1,465,762
Posted By E53

I'm still trying to find my perfect fifty-mile...

I'm still trying to find my perfect fifty-mile route. From North Billerica, I go to Ferns, then Concord Center, Walden Pond, then I follow 126 to Rt 27. I normally take 62 back into Concord Center,...
Forum: Northeast
09-02-18, 08:59 PM
Replies: 11,199
Views: 1,465,762
Posted By E53

Fifty five miles today: Ferns to Concord Center,...

Fifty five miles today: Ferns to Concord Center, then out to Walden and I followed 126 to Rt 27. From there I got back to West Concord via 62 where my trusty Dunkin' Donuts was waiting for me on...
Forum: Northeast
08-27-18, 09:31 AM
Replies: 11,199
Views: 1,465,762
Posted By E53

I rode 52 miles last Sunday. I took 126 past...

I rode 52 miles last Sunday. I took 126 past Walden, and eventually wound up in Framingham. I got back to Concord in time to catch a traditional dance performance. Here they are just before the...
Forum: Northeast
08-19-18, 04:08 PM
Replies: 11,199
Views: 1,465,762
Posted By E53

A funny thing happened today. I got to a "T"...

A funny thing happened today. I got to a "T" intersection, and at about the same instant, three bikes (including mine) stopped at all three stop signs. Now it was nice day today, and there were a...
Forum: Northeast
08-05-18, 03:42 PM
Replies: 11,199
Views: 1,465,762
Posted By E53

Hey Gazmh, that sounds like a blast, happy...

Hey Gazmh, that sounds like a blast, happy trails!
I rode my usual route on my Roubaix today minus the optional 5 extra miles by doing the Pantry road loop. It was just too hot!
Forum: Northeast
07-30-18, 05:58 AM
Replies: 11,199
Views: 1,465,762
Posted By E53

Thanks Rod, At long last, I can attach a name...

Thanks Rod,
At long last, I can attach a name to this place. What I'd really like to see now is a picture of the place while it was operating. I poked around, but so far found nothing.
There is a...
Forum: Northeast
07-29-18, 06:07 PM
Replies: 11,199
Views: 1,465,762
Posted By E53

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I've been by this place a few times. It looks like it must have been a...
Forum: Northeast
07-22-18, 07:31 AM
Replies: 11,199
Views: 1,465,762
Posted By E53

It sounds like you've lost a few pounds; good for...

It sounds like you've lost a few pounds; good for you!
BTW..."E53" was my basic training company at good old Fort Dix in 1972.
Forum: Northeast
07-21-18, 07:32 PM
Replies: 11,199
Views: 1,465,762
Posted By E53

40 miles on my Roubaix starting at around 9:30AM....

40 miles on my Roubaix starting at around 9:30AM. Carlisle to Concord, then around Walden Pond. There was a Large group of motorcycles which was participating in a charity run. A quick search on the...
Forum: Northeast
07-18-18, 12:59 PM
Replies: 11,199
Views: 1,465,762
Posted By E53

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I always like to find tools on the road. I found this "experienced" pair of channel...
Forum: Northeast
07-15-18, 08:05 PM
Replies: 11,199
Views: 1,465,762
Posted By E53

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While I was at the Dunkin' Donuts in West Concord, I spotted this crew. What a cool...
Forum: Northeast
06-14-18, 07:18 PM
Replies: 11,199
Views: 1,465,762
Posted By E53

Things are looking up; two new bike racks at...

Things are looking up; two new bike racks at Fern's, and the section of Lowell Street is re-paved. I'm hoping Monument Road is next.
Forum: Northeast
05-30-18, 04:35 PM
Replies: 11,199
Views: 1,465,762
Posted By E53

I picked up the Freeman trail from 225, and rode...

I picked up the Freeman trail from 225, and rode it into Concord. It was my first time on the newly opened part and I enjoyed it especially since the trail was not crowded being that it is a weekday....
Forum: Northeast
05-21-18, 06:37 AM
Replies: 11,199
Views: 1,465,762
Posted By E53

My first stop was Fern's which is about five...

My first stop was Fern's which is about five miles from home. Pushed on to Concord center and then on to a short loop around Walden Pond. (126 to 117, and Sudbury Road). Back through Concord Ctr, and...
Forum: Northeast
02-21-18, 06:14 PM
Replies: 11,199
Views: 1,465,762
Posted By E53

I had my first ride of the year today which was...

I had my first ride of the year today which was just a trip to Fern's in Carlisle and back home. It was just 18 miles. While there, I noticed that the place is for sale. Anyway, the ride was great...
Forum: Northeast
11-05-17, 06:48 PM
Replies: 11,199
Views: 1,465,762
Posted By E53

First stop was at Fern's for some peanut butter...

First stop was at Fern's for some peanut butter cups and a coffee. Then on to Concord, and did a "Walden loop". I got as far South as Route 20, then picked up Route 27. re-crossed Route 2 at Emerson,...
Forum: Northeast
11-02-17, 04:14 PM
Replies: 11,199
Views: 1,465,762
Posted By E53

35 miles today with the usual pit stop at Fern's....

35 miles today with the usual pit stop at Fern's. From there to Concord, across Rt 2 at Emerson, then a quick right onto Old Marlboro Rd. This was a new road to me, and I enjoyed it. I went through...
Forum: Northeast
11-01-17, 09:37 PM
Replies: 11,199
Views: 1,465,762
Posted By E53

I did my usual run from North Billerica to...

I did my usual run from North Billerica to "Fern's" in Carlisle. From there I went as directed by the voices in my head. Ended up on the Freeman trail and got off at Agway, then onto Rte 4 and went...
Forum: Northeast
09-02-17, 08:25 PM
Replies: 11,199
Views: 1,465,762
Posted By E53

Thirty miles today. Billerica, Carlisle,...

Thirty miles today. Billerica, Carlisle, Westford, Acton, and Concord. I'm slowly expanding my range.
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