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Forum: Advocacy & Safety
06-03-08, 04:08 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 557
Posted By SV Commuter

Question on California Vehicle Code

Does someone know the section of the California VC that says bicyclists should stop in the middle of the rightmost through lane at a red light? I want to memorize it to recite to drivers who ask...
Forum: Commuting
11-16-07, 02:53 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 2,562
Posted By SV Commuter

I have TL-LD1000 mounted to the loop on the back...

I have TL-LD1000 mounted to the loop on the back of a Carradice SQR bag. Rather than a rubber band, I wrapped some tape around the bottom of the clip to secure it, otherwise it would bounce off for...
Forum: Commuting
09-18-07, 01:39 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 916
Posted By SV Commuter

bigbenaugust, do you have a link to the Nashbar...

bigbenaugust, do you have a link to the Nashbar Townie bag? I can't find in on www.nashbar.com.
Thanks!
Forum: Northern California
09-07-07, 01:39 PM
Replies: 136
Views: 5,561
Posted By SV Commuter

Ron, thanks again for setting up the ride! Sorry...

Ron, thanks again for setting up the ride! Sorry to not post, but the wife and I were on a plane the next morning to celebrate our 20th anniversary. I still haven't uploaded my pix yet. Riding up...
Forum: Northern California
08-22-07, 11:02 AM
Replies: 22
Views: 1,056
Posted By SV Commuter

That's a relief! I thought this was a thread...

That's a relief! I thought this was a thread about that HelmetHead guy that makes 3000 posts an hour about Vehicular Cycling in the A&S forum. I can't bear to read that forum anymore...

BTW, you...
Forum: Northern California
08-22-07, 10:44 AM
Replies: 213
Views: 9,909
Posted By SV Commuter

Count me in. The 5th is my 20th wedding...

Count me in. The 5th is my 20th wedding anniversary and the wifey and I are going to Vegas. Luckily we don't leave until Tuesday morning.
Forum: Northern California
08-18-07, 12:35 PM
Replies: 56
Views: 1,806
Posted By SV Commuter

When not bicycling I'm usually either watching or...

When not bicycling I'm usually either watching or playing soccer (over-35 league, next year I'm eligible for over-50 league — that's progress, huh!). Eagerly awaiting the return of the San Jose...
Forum: Road Cycling
07-31-07, 02:20 PM
Replies: 81
Views: 4,099
Posted By SV Commuter

Performance sells a Forte Rail SPD road pedal, I...

Performance sells a Forte Rail SPD road pedal, I have them on my Giant TCR2 composite. They are single-sided, look very much like a scaled-down Look pedal, and only weigh 256g. They aren't as good...
Forum: Northern California
07-30-07, 11:39 AM
Replies: 21
Views: 1,344
Posted By SV Commuter

The Palo Alto prologue is closer for me too. I...

The Palo Alto prologue is closer for me too. I imagine the teams won't mind the change because finishing on top of Telegraph Hill seemed like a logistical nightmare — what do you do with the bikes,...
Forum: Northern California
07-30-07, 11:26 AM
Replies: 24
Views: 1,174
Posted By SV Commuter

Congratulations! I bet now that you know you can...

Congratulations! I bet now that you know you can do it, the next ascent will seem easy.
Forum: Northern California
07-27-07, 05:38 PM
Replies: 78
Views: 3,226
Posted By SV Commuter

Sorry, I won't be doing the 200K after all. Work...

Sorry, I won't be doing the 200K after all. Work and family issues have left me no time to train properly for it. Hope you guys have a good time!
Forum: Northern California
07-18-07, 01:33 PM
Replies: 78
Views: 3,226
Posted By SV Commuter

I'm looking for someone to carpool and share a...

I'm looking for someone to carpool and share a room. I'll be doing the 200K, so I have to check in between 6:00 and 6:30 (century is 6:00 to 8:00).
Forum: Northern California
07-18-07, 09:45 AM
Replies: 116
Views: 3,857
Posted By SV Commuter

Here's the queue sheet for the short loop: ...

Here's the queue sheet for the short loop:

Start NW on Camino Pablo
cont. on San Pablo Dam Rd 2.2 mi
R on Castro Ranch Rd 7.6 mi
R on AlhambraValleyR 12.6 mi
R on Bear Creek Rd 16.8 mi ...
Forum: Northern California
07-17-07, 11:33 PM
Replies: 116
Views: 3,857
Posted By SV Commuter

Here's a cue sheet with mileages (long loop) if...

Here's a cue sheet with mileages (long loop) if anybody wants to print them out for the ride. Do these look correct?

Start NW on Camino Pablo
cont. on San Pablo Dam Rd 2.2 mi
R on Castro Ranch...
Forum: Northern California
07-17-07, 09:29 PM
Replies: 78
Views: 3,226
Posted By SV Commuter

I haven't signed up yet, but intend to do the...

I haven't signed up yet, but intend to do the 200K. Are south bay people staying up there on Friday night? 6am start is too early for me to drive up Saturday!
Forum: Northern California
07-17-07, 11:55 AM
Replies: 116
Views: 3,857
Posted By SV Commuter

I'll be there Sunday and will be happy to do the...

I'll be there Sunday and will be happy to do the 70-mile loop if anybody is interested.
Forum: Northern California
07-16-07, 10:15 AM
Replies: 19
Views: 1,169
Posted By SV Commuter

Sorry to hear that, Jonathan. I'm sure you put...

Sorry to hear that, Jonathan. I'm sure you put in a huge number of hours training for the ride. Hey, but it could happen to anybody, the same thing happened to Levi Leipheimer the same day as you...
Forum: Northern California
07-10-07, 12:29 PM
Replies: 22
Views: 990
Posted By SV Commuter

I might do the 200K instead. I'm wanting to try...

I might do the 200K instead. I'm wanting to try to do the California Triple Crown or even 1000 Mile Club next year, and my interest in trying the Mt. Tam double is to get an idea how much I have to...
Forum: Northern California
07-07-07, 07:37 PM
Replies: 22
Views: 990
Posted By SV Commuter

Show of hands, who's doing the Mt. Tam Double...

Show of hands, who's doing the Mt. Tam Double this year?
I'm thinking of registering, it'll be my first double (just started road biking this spring, done two centuries so far). Would prefer less...
Forum: Northern California
07-07-07, 04:40 PM
Replies: 125
Views: 5,421
Posted By SV Commuter

Blastradius, Are you planning to re-order...

Blastradius,
Are you planning to re-order before the 7/22 group ride? If may want to order bibs once I have a chance to see a pair.

Thanks,
Brad
Forum: Northern California
07-05-07, 11:37 AM
Replies: 116
Views: 3,857
Posted By SV Commuter

I don't know the routes for this ride but it has...

I don't know the routes for this ride but it has less climbing than the Memorial Day ride. That was the first real road ride for BrianK and myself and we did fine, but we were both commuting by bike...
Forum: Northern California
07-05-07, 11:28 AM
Replies: 116
Views: 3,857
Posted By SV Commuter

I'm also interested, did we decide on 7/22? I...

I'm also interested, did we decide on 7/22? I can make in on 7/21, 7/22 or 7/28.
Forum: Northern California
07-04-07, 05:37 PM
Replies: 61
Views: 2,203
Posted By SV Commuter

Thanks, Ron, for organizing the ride. Nice to see...

Thanks, Ron, for organizing the ride. Nice to see everyone again, and do some roads I haven't been on before.

Arriving at top of Pierce Road(?)...
Forum: Northern California
07-03-07, 10:04 AM
Replies: 61
Views: 2,203
Posted By SV Commuter

Jeremy and I will be there!

Jeremy and I will be there!
Forum: Northern California
07-01-07, 04:34 PM
Replies: 80
Views: 3,017
Posted By SV Commuter

Braggart :D It was great seeing everyone and...

Braggart :D
It was great seeing everyone and meeting a few new folks!

I rode with Jeremy (LostInSanJose). It was his first century also, and he did well on the climbs for being from the east...
Forum: Commuting
06-29-07, 04:46 PM
Replies: 60
Views: 2,889
Posted By SV Commuter

The seems simple to me. If there is nothing...

The seems simple to me. If there is nothing preventing the cars re-passing me I'd filter to the front. If I had to take the lane after the intersection for some reason (like the OP's case), I'd...
Forum: Northern California
06-28-07, 12:16 PM
Replies: 529
Views: 15,843
Posted By SV Commuter

Jeremy, what's with this "tentatively"? :) ...

Jeremy, what's with this "tentatively"? :)
I'll PM you about meeting to ride up.
Forum: Northern California
06-28-07, 11:39 AM
Replies: 529
Views: 15,843
Posted By SV Commuter

Does anybody know if they provide any sports...

Does anybody know if they provide any sports drinks at rest stops and what brand?

For new riders, it's good to experiment with breakfasts before morning training rides to see what works for you. ...
Forum: Northern California
06-27-07, 01:29 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 599
Posted By SV Commuter

I was in a similar situation this Spring, doing...

I was in a similar situation this Spring, doing no riding to speak of except commuting to work (56mi/wk). I did a two-week "crash" program before the Canyon Classic Century 2-1/2 weeks ago and I was...
Forum: Northern California
06-26-07, 10:53 AM
Replies: 61
Views: 2,203
Posted By SV Commuter

I'm interested also, don't know what plans the...

I'm interested also, don't know what plans the wife has for me yet... ;)
Forum: Northern California
06-24-07, 10:20 AM
Replies: 4,179
Views: 316,883
Posted By SV Commuter

Did the same long Woodside loop route as the BF...

Did the same long Woodside loop route as the BF group ride 5/26, 63 miles. Last long training ride for Giro di Peninsula century. Really fast for me, did the whole loop non-stop 4:50. Got caught...
Forum: Northern California
06-22-07, 04:59 PM
Replies: 24
Views: 885
Posted By SV Commuter

One more Willow Glen resident here. I commute...

One more Willow Glen resident here. I commute 14.6mi round-trip daily and have recently started road biking recreationally. I'll second that San Jose isn't too hard to get around by bike, and...
Forum: Northern California
06-18-07, 11:18 AM
Replies: 1
Views: 480
Posted By SV Commuter

I did my weekend ride Saturday morning so I...

I did my weekend ride Saturday morning so I didn't see your message until I got back. Send me a private message this week if you want to ride Saturday (I usually have soccer games on Sundays).
...
Forum: Northern California
06-18-07, 11:14 AM
Replies: 4,179
Views: 316,883
Posted By SV Commuter

Did a route similar to the NorCal group ride...

Did a route similar to the NorCal group ride 5/26, except I went up Page Mill from the Park and Ride lot, down Alpine to Pescadero Road, then the same Stage Road and back up Tunitas Creek. Dang, it...
Forum: Northern California
06-18-07, 11:05 AM
Replies: 9
Views: 574
Posted By SV Commuter

Thanks for the report, sounds like a good ride! ...

Thanks for the report, sounds like a good ride!
Curious about the food, do you eat any gels on the ride or just the food a the rest stops? And were you carrying water or sports drinks with you?
Forum: Northern California
06-14-07, 04:00 PM
Replies: 529
Views: 15,843
Posted By SV Commuter

I am also planning on riding the Century and live...

I am also planning on riding the Century and live in Willow Glen. PM me if you are interested in a ride.

Brad
Forum: Northern California
06-12-07, 10:17 AM
Replies: 14
Views: 979
Posted By SV Commuter

I have had good luck so far with Michelin Pro2...

I have had good luck so far with Michelin Pro2 Race tires (220g). They roll great, last weekend I was coasting 47mph on Corral Canyon Rd. between Livermore and Tracy; I don't know the grade there,...
Forum: Northern California
06-11-07, 04:41 PM
Replies: 529
Views: 15,843
Posted By SV Commuter

Count me in on this one!

Count me in on this one!
Forum: Northern California
06-11-07, 10:57 AM
Replies: 23
Views: 849
Posted By SV Commuter

Thanks, Ron!

Good ride report, and for a good charity. BTW, who is this handsome fellow, I remember he was on our group ride on Woodside Loop?...
Forum: Northern California
06-10-07, 07:25 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 1,203
Posted By SV Commuter

Ride Report: Canyon Classic Century

My first century was a success! I don't think many of the Bay Area riders have done this event, here's a few notes on the ride.

First, the ride starts in Patterson. Patterson is in the middle of...
Forum: Northern California
06-08-07, 11:19 AM
Replies: 15
Views: 801
Posted By SV Commuter

I'm doing my century this weekend, but I'd be...

I'm doing my century this weekend, but I'd be interested another Saturday (I have soccer games Sunday).
Forum: Northern California
06-07-07, 10:14 AM
Replies: 254
Views: 10,621
Posted By SV Commuter

I will buy shorts if they match the jersey color...

I will buy shorts if they match the jersey color and I don't care which color (navy or black) that is. I'll PayPal you if we get a concensus for one or the other.
Forum: Northern California
06-06-07, 08:23 PM
Replies: 254
Views: 10,621
Posted By SV Commuter

So only the bibs are available with BF design,...

So only the bibs are available with BF design, not shorts?
Forum: Northern California
06-06-07, 05:18 PM
Replies: 254
Views: 10,621
Posted By SV Commuter

What are prices on the bibs,shorts and vest?

What are prices on the bibs,shorts and vest?
Forum: Northern California
06-04-07, 12:28 PM
Replies: 27
Views: 1,675
Posted By SV Commuter

Is this the same company making the NorCal...

Is this the same company making the NorCal jerseys?
Forum: Northern California
06-04-07, 12:25 PM
Replies: 15
Views: 801
Posted By SV Commuter

I'm live on Minnesota Avenue near Lincoln (just a...

I'm live on Minnesota Avenue near Lincoln (just a couple blocks from downtown Willow Glen if you know that area). I work at nVidia near Central and San Tomas Expressways, about a 7.3mi commute.
Forum: Northern California
06-04-07, 12:23 PM
Replies: 15
Views: 801
Posted By SV Commuter

I am thinking of joining either Western Wheelers...

I am thinking of joining either Western Wheelers in Palo Alto or Almaden Cycle Touring Club (ACTC) in San Jose. Anyone know if their group ride locations are all that different?
Forum: Northern California
06-04-07, 11:03 AM
Replies: 15
Views: 801
Posted By SV Commuter

There are monthly NorCal group rides discussed on...

There are monthly NorCal group rides discussed on this message board. These are all over the bay and Sacramento areas, so you would have to work something out with another rider for transportation. ...
Forum: Northern California
06-04-07, 10:45 AM
Replies: 8
Views: 513
Posted By SV Commuter

It's less climbing than the Woodside Loop ride we...

It's less climbing than the Woodside Loop ride we did 5/26, everybody tells me.
Forum: Commuting
06-01-07, 12:28 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 846
Posted By SV Commuter

I successfully mounted a set of Freddy fenders to...

I successfully mounted a set of Freddy fenders to a 2004(?) OCR2, but the newer frames are much different so my results probably aren't transferrable to a newer bike. Mine has the small piece of...
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