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Forum: Commuting
03-11-10, 12:27 PM
Replies: 19
Views: 943
Posted By Minerva

By April 19th, we'll be back where we are now.

By April 19th, we'll be back where we are now.
Forum: Commuting
02-12-10, 12:27 PM
Replies: 21
Views: 776
Posted By Minerva

Good Job! Its a wonderful feeling, isn't it? I...

Good Job! Its a wonderful feeling, isn't it? I have a similar bike to yours - the 2005 Trek 7200 FX (women's model). Now that I've been doing this a few years I'm looking to upgrade, but I have to...
Forum: Commuting
02-08-10, 08:13 PM
Replies: 65
Views: 2,914
Posted By Minerva

Being a little paranoid when you start riding at...

Being a little paranoid when you start riding at night is good. It will keep you safer. Relax, be prepared, and remember that almost everyone on this commute forum rides at night too. We wouldn't...
Forum: Commuting
02-08-10, 07:56 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 1,050
Posted By Minerva

awww.... how cute! I wish the dogs that want to...

awww.... how cute! I wish the dogs that want to rip my face off every day just wanted a belly rub.

It's always the small dogs who are the meanest to me... I don't know about anyone else, but...
Forum: Commuting
02-08-10, 12:27 PM
Replies: 26
Views: 1,565
Posted By Minerva

Ryan T, I completely understand. I didn't...

Ryan T,

I completely understand. I didn't lose my license, but my car died 8 months after I bought the dang thing and I had no choice but to start riding the 12 miles each way to work in...
Forum: Living Car Free
02-06-10, 03:11 PM
Replies: 43
Views: 3,539
Posted By Minerva

My journeys so far cannot compare to anything...

My journeys so far cannot compare to anything like the powerful stories that have been posted. I did go to Iceland alone when I was 21 and for six days traveled the icelandic wilderness in a sub...
Forum: Living Car Free
02-06-10, 11:35 AM
Replies: 39
Views: 1,823
Posted By Minerva

My boss and I live a mile from each other, 11...

My boss and I live a mile from each other, 11 miles from our job. I commute by bike, she by car. She had derided me for choosing to bike to work, however, I get into work a 1/2 hour early every...
Forum: Commuting
02-06-10, 09:59 AM
Replies: 48
Views: 2,314
Posted By Minerva

Reacting differently to being in a car after...

Reacting differently to being in a car after cycling everywhere is something I've noticed too. I am always a passenger now that I got rid of my car, but nevertheless, I am a changed person. I now...
Forum: Commuting
02-05-10, 12:21 PM
Replies: 39
Views: 2,014
Posted By Minerva

I also experience that zoned out effect, although...

I also experience that zoned out effect, although like another poster said - my brain is still actively engaged in my surroundings so I can still react to traffic. I'm just experienced enough now,...
Forum: Commuting
02-04-10, 12:20 PM
Replies: 112
Views: 5,892
Posted By Minerva

+1

+1
Forum: Commuting
01-28-10, 01:13 PM
Replies: 45
Views: 2,291
Posted By Minerva

To the OP - I am you in 4 years, except I bought...

To the OP - I am you in 4 years, except I bought the off-the-rack hybrid fitness bike and didn't do much research before pulling the trigger. I regret it now. I have a 11 or 12 mile commute...
Forum: Living Car Free
12-31-09, 01:50 PM
Replies: 36
Views: 1,697
Posted By Minerva

I call myself a "transportation...

I call myself a "transportation cyclist".
Forum: Commuting
12-31-09, 10:48 AM
Replies: 84
Views: 4,023
Posted By Minerva

Lol... I was thinking the same thing... Along...

Lol... I was thinking the same thing... Along the Coast or Over the Mountain sounds like an awesome choice to make... my fastest choices are, "Along the Highway" or "Through the Ghetto". I take...
Forum: Commuting
12-30-09, 09:38 AM
Replies: 84
Views: 4,023
Posted By Minerva

My commute is 12 miles each way, and it's perfect...

My commute is 12 miles each way, and it's perfect for me. It also depends on the type of bicycle you have. There is no way I would do that distance on a mountain bike with knobby tires (too slow)...
Forum: Commuting
12-28-09, 09:05 AM
Replies: 37
Views: 1,871
Posted By Minerva

Sounds like we are in a similar situation, I gave...

Sounds like we are in a similar situation, I gave up my car about 4 months and also get the third degree. I have found that making my commute a non-issue gives it a sense of normality. I don't...
Forum: Commuting
12-18-09, 12:18 PM
Replies: 48
Views: 1,779
Posted By Minerva

Thank you all so much for your sage advice;...

Thank you all so much for your sage advice; reading about what inspires you has definitely inspired me, and you've given me some gream ideas. I will make it a point to get some sun, even if it means...
Forum: Commuting
12-16-09, 07:47 PM
Replies: 48
Views: 1,779
Posted By Minerva

How do you keep your morale up during the long dark of winter?

I've had a few rougher than usual commutes these last few days. Necessary errands have forced me to add many miles to my commute (I do not have a car) and although my usual RT is 24, yesterday I...
Forum: Commuting
12-09-09, 12:52 PM
Replies: 7,649
Views: 302,927
Posted By Minerva

For all those in the East who rode today - you...

For all those in the East who rode today - you get a gold star. I just had to laugh on the way in - with pounding rain, sleet and roaring winds, the floods on the roads made me feel like I was...
Forum: Introductions
12-08-09, 12:57 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 336
Posted By Minerva

Hello from Somerset, New Jersey! I used to live...

Hello from Somerset, New Jersey! I used to live in Highland Park, right next door. I currently commute from Somerset to East Brunswick every day. Not too many females around here do the commuting...
Forum: Commuting
12-06-09, 03:59 PM
Replies: 17
Views: 805
Posted By Minerva

I filled out your survey, please share your...

I filled out your survey, please share your results with us when you are finished. There were only a few basic questions though, what do you expect your paper will conclude from this data?
Forum: Commuting
11-29-09, 08:43 AM
Replies: 56
Views: 14,665
Posted By Minerva

Don't be embarrassed. In the running world,...

Don't be embarrassed. In the running world, nipple chafing is a serious issue for both men and women, so its not at all unusual to talk about it. In your case, you are looking for concealment, but...
Forum: Commuting
11-29-09, 07:48 AM
Replies: 71
Views: 3,927
Posted By Minerva

First sunrise you see half-way through your...

First sunrise you see half-way through your morning commute after the time change.
Forum: Commuting
11-24-09, 10:11 AM
Replies: 40
Views: 1,726
Posted By Minerva

I also have an external speaker rigged to the...

I also have an external speaker rigged to the bike. It does not have a power source so the sound is tinny and quiet, but it's perfect because when the traffic is high and I need to really pay...
Forum: Commuting
11-17-09, 06:17 PM
Replies: 7,649
Views: 302,927
Posted By Minerva

Good for you...! I also was addicted before...

Good for you...! I also was addicted before beginning to exercise and get healthy, and I know what a victory it is to quit for good. Keep it up! :thumb:
Forum: Commuting
11-16-09, 07:00 PM
Replies: 7,649
Views: 302,927
Posted By Minerva

Last week, just down the street from where I...

Last week, just down the street from where I work, a child on a bike crossing a 6 lane highway through a red light got hit by three cars and dragged along the road because he had no lights, no...
Forum: Living Car Free
10-17-09, 01:18 PM
Replies: 78
Views: 4,180
Posted By Minerva

I understand the OP's frustrations, I frequently...

I understand the OP's frustrations, I frequently become demotivated and think these things myself. Sure, it would be easier to take the car. To stay up later and watch TV and roll out of bed 1/2...
Forum: Commuting
10-12-09, 11:58 AM
Replies: 36
Views: 4,430
Posted By Minerva

How far do you/would you commute in your work clothes?

I decided to experiment this morning and attempt to commute in my work clothes. After all, it's fall and it's cool enough that I won't sweat so much, right? I put my bicycle shorts on under my work...
Forum: Commuting
10-11-09, 08:40 AM
Replies: 148
Views: 14,692
Posted By Minerva

I think all of the requisite pros and cons about...

I think all of the requisite pros and cons about saving money, exercise, changing clothes, etc. have all been mentioned. Here are few that stand out for me:

Pros:

I can get out of some social...
Forum: Commuting
10-08-09, 09:43 AM
Replies: 7,649
Views: 302,927
Posted By Minerva

Lost my blinkie on the way in. Mad about that,...

Lost my blinkie on the way in. Mad about that, because I lost another one last week. Grrr. Hoping to find it on the way in tomorrow. Yesterday was unbelieveable! the wind was so insane that at...
Forum: Commuting
10-05-09, 07:05 PM
Replies: 52
Views: 1,861
Posted By Minerva

No car at the moment, so 24 miles RT x 5 days +...

No car at the moment, so 24 miles RT x 5 days + errands.
Forum: Commuting
10-05-09, 05:39 PM
Replies: 7,649
Views: 302,927
Posted By Minerva

The ride in was uneventful; I overdressed. It...

The ride in was uneventful; I overdressed. It was 50 degrees when I left so I started peeling layers pretty quickly during the ride. Remembering the colder mornings last week, last night I...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
10-04-09, 12:37 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 3,774
Posted By Minerva

Just took the bicycle for a ride and all seems to...

Just took the bicycle for a ride and all seems to be in order so I thank you all - it must be either the bead seating or the tube adjusting itself. Glad it's not a major issue. Thanks everyone!
Forum: Vehicular Cycling (VC)
10-04-09, 12:27 PM
Replies: 36
Views: 2,173
Posted By Minerva

I am also a female who rides vehicularly. I...

I am also a female who rides vehicularly. I agree with all points made by coffeecake and would like to add something else that I have experienced as a female bike commuter. My my family, friends,...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
10-04-09, 09:53 AM
Replies: 5
Views: 3,774
Posted By Minerva

Popping noise after changing tube - no loss in pressure?

Yeah, as you probably guessed I am new at this; I did search the forum but I couldn't find a similar problem posted so I'll just ask:

I just changed my tires and tubes. After pumping up the tire,...
Forum: Commuting
10-01-09, 11:53 AM
Replies: 7,649
Views: 302,927
Posted By Minerva

I didn't think I was going to cycle in today; I...

I didn't think I was going to cycle in today; I had knee pain yesterday and the evening before due to some hasty adjustments I made to my handlebar and seat positions. I should have known better. ...
Forum: Commuting
09-23-09, 05:03 PM
Replies: 7,649
Views: 302,927
Posted By Minerva

I do.. I might be tempted to create one if I...

I do.. I might be tempted to create one if I thought there were more cycle commuters in my area that would benefit. The roadies all go out in packs wherever they want and have the safety in numbers...
Forum: Commuting
09-22-09, 06:56 PM
Replies: 39
Views: 1,873
Posted By Minerva

+100 I don't agree that poor people need...

+100

I don't agree that poor people need only eat "cheap" fast food, when food staples, a little know-how and some elbow grease can make healthier options less expensive. My staples are flour,...
Forum: Commuting
09-22-09, 06:35 PM
Replies: 44
Views: 1,577
Posted By Minerva

I'm not sure how far your commute is, but you...

I'm not sure how far your commute is, but you might want to invest in some cycling shorts sometime down the line. Try just wearing something comfortable to start with, but if you start to ride...
Forum: Commuting
09-22-09, 05:56 PM
Replies: 7,649
Views: 302,927
Posted By Minerva

Well, the ride in was great. Unfortunately, I...

Well, the ride in was great. Unfortunately, I got all excited on the way home and decided to try an untested route that I envisioned would bring me down beautiful country lanes with wide shoulders...
Forum: Commuting
09-16-09, 07:01 PM
Replies: 213
Views: 13,495
Posted By Minerva

Fantastic!! You go, girl!! What an inspiration,...

Fantastic!! You go, girl!! What an inspiration, maybe when I become a really good cyclist, I'll try it in heels too!
Forum: Commuting
09-16-09, 06:22 PM
Replies: 85
Views: 3,876
Posted By Minerva

Hi, OP here.. Just want to say thank you to...

Hi, OP here..

Just want to say thank you to everyone who has replied, your comments have given me ideas, inspirations, and of course, a chuckle as I've read all the things I would love to say to...
Forum: Commuting
09-16-09, 05:49 PM
Replies: 72
Views: 2,815
Posted By Minerva

There was a guy in the summer who rode for a...

There was a guy in the summer who rode for a while, but he didn't really stick with it after a few hot rides. Otherwise it's just me. And I never see any other bike commuters on the road either. ...
Forum: Commuting
09-14-09, 12:34 PM
Replies: 7,649
Views: 302,927
Posted By Minerva

Today marks a change for me with commuting. ...

Today marks a change for me with commuting. Where before I always had a working car and I chose to commute, my car is currently not functioning so in order to get to work I have no choice: rain or...
Forum: Commuting
09-13-09, 12:00 PM
Replies: 85
Views: 3,876
Posted By Minerva

Lol... I'm a chick, but incidentally, she could...

Lol... I'm a chick, but incidentally, she could do with more than a few hours on a bicycle herself if you know what I mean. Maybe feels threatened by me in some way.

Everyone's suggestions have...
Forum: Commuting
09-13-09, 10:13 AM
Replies: 85
Views: 3,876
Posted By Minerva

Help me convince my boss I'm not on suicide mission

I live in New Jersey, in an urban, car-centric (read: almost zero bike commuters) county. Using a bike for transportation purposes is seriously looked at here as something that only illegal...
Forum: Electric Bikes
12-22-08, 07:01 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 1,381
Posted By Minerva

Thank you so much everyone for replying. I...

Thank you so much everyone for replying. I appreciate the recommendations that I've recieved, and I am looking into a couple of the systems mentioned. I feel I have a better idea now what kind of...
Forum: Electric Bikes
12-21-08, 09:56 AM
Replies: 5
Views: 1,381
Posted By Minerva

Newbie Question: Torque vs. Speed?

Greetings!

I'm usually parusing the commuting threads in the summer, but commuting my 25m RT in the winter (car died) has me convinced that I should take the plunge into the world of electric...
Forum: Training & Nutrition
06-03-07, 08:43 AM
Replies: 4
Views: 575
Posted By Minerva

Calorie Needs Confusion

I'm terribly confused about the proper balance between weight loss and fueling exercise. My active basal metabolism is about 1500 calories per day (female, 28, 5'4'', 132 lbs), but I burn about 600...
Forum: Training & Nutrition
06-03-07, 08:23 AM
Replies: 41
Views: 2,208
Posted By Minerva

I would also like to add a few. I smoked for...

I would also like to add a few. I smoked for seven years, then quit cold turkey. As I was quitting, I was running and smoking (not at the same time). That was 4 years ago. This is what helped me:...
Forum: Commuting
05-29-07, 04:38 PM
Replies: 31,391
Views: 1,283,599
Posted By Minerva

Commute today was great - tried a new route...

Commute today was great - tried a new route today, and despite getting a little lost in suburbia, it's a keeper! Today was also the first day that I rode in on my new tires; I traded in my 700x35...
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