Washington Area Bike Forum - General Discussion http://bikearlingtonforum.com/ en Tue, 21 May 2013 07:03:31 GMT vBulletin 60 http://bikearlingtonforum.com/images/misc/rss.png Washington Area Bike Forum - General Discussion http://bikearlingtonforum.com/ The use of a quasi-naturalistic riding method to investigate bicyclists’ behaviors... http://bikearlingtonforum.com/showthread.php?5041-The-use-of-a-quasi-naturalistic-riding-method-to-investigate-bicyclists’-behaviors&goto=newpost Mon, 20 May 2013 18:30:24 GMT From a study out of China, "The use of a quasi-naturalistic riding method to investigate bicyclists’ behaviors when motorists pass"

Highlights
•Bicyclists demonstrated weaker lateral stability for buses or longer passing times and smaller lateral distances for motorcycles.
•A longitudinal solid line facilitates better lateral distance, wheel angle, and speed control.
•Gender differences appeared in lateral control.
•Bicyclists’ behaviors affected the motorists’ passing decisions.

http://www.sciencedirect.com/science...01457513001279 ]]> General Discussion Tim Kelley http://bikearlingtonforum.com/showthread.php?5041-The-use-of-a-quasi-naturalistic-riding-method-to-investigate-bicyclists’-behaviors Bike-friendly place for drinks and food in Alexandria? http://bikearlingtonforum.com/showthread.php?5038-Bike-friendly-place-for-drinks-and-food-in-Alexandria&goto=newpost Mon, 20 May 2013 16:09:35 GMT Hi all-
I'm hoping the collective wisdom can help. My brother is coming to town this afternoon and I want to take him for a bike ride including drinks and casual dinner. Thinking of the Arlington loop from clockwise starting on the Custis around Glebe Road and stopping in Alexandria to eat/drink. Does anyone have a suggestion for a place we can go in our biking clothes where we can ideally also keep an eye on the bikes?
Thanks! ]]> General Discussion oldbikechick http://bikearlingtonforum.com/showthread.php?5038-Bike-friendly-place-for-drinks-and-food-in-Alexandria Tour de Fat kid friendly? http://bikearlingtonforum.com/showthread.php?5035-Tour-de-Fat-kid-friendly&goto=newpost Mon, 20 May 2013 14:57:01 GMT I need to make up the loss of Bike DC to my grandsons. They both got new bikes for Krimis and were really looking forward to the ride again this... I need to make up the loss of Bike DC to my grandsons. They both got new bikes for Krimis and were really looking forward to the ride again this year until it's ignominious demise. I didn't think I would be able to attend on 1 June but now it's an option. The New Belgium website has a cutesy video of the bike parade apparently thru the nearby streets before the real party starts I suspect. I haven't been to this event myself so I must ask : on a scale of family friendly to drunken bacchanal where does Tour de Fat fall for an eleven year old and a 13 year old to attend? ]]> General Discussion Riley Casey http://bikearlingtonforum.com/showthread.php?5035-Tour-de-Fat-kid-friendly Hello Everyone !! http://bikearlingtonforum.com/showthread.php?5034-Hello-Everyone-!!&goto=newpost Mon, 20 May 2013 07:55:54 GMT Hi Everyone...

I am new to this and I have keen interest in getting information and sharing my views that's why I am here and hope you all will appreciate me. ]]> General Discussion rahul.kapoor http://bikearlingtonforum.com/showthread.php?5034-Hello-Everyone-!! Group Rides - DCpaceline http://bikearlingtonforum.com/showthread.php?5033-Group-Rides-DCpaceline&goto=newpost Mon, 20 May 2013 02:13:11 GMT If anyone is looking for a website containing information on the best group rides with the highest/most consistent attendance (for all levels of... If anyone is looking for a website containing information on the best group rides with the highest/most consistent attendance (for all levels of cyclists) including the time, date, location, difficulty and a general description of the ride ... a website has recently been created containing ALL of this information.

Website:
DCpaceline.com

Hopefully this website serves as a resource to anyone in the DC metro region looking to join others on a group ride! ]]> General Discussion jdcochrane http://bikearlingtonforum.com/showthread.php?5033-Group-Rides-DCpaceline Celebrity reviewer http://bikearlingtonforum.com/showthread.php?5031-Celebrity-reviewer&goto=newpost Sun, 19 May 2013 23:09:03 GMT (Not necessarily bike-related, but... well, read on.) I occasionally read online reviews for running shoes, in my never-ending quest to find the... (Not necessarily bike-related, but... well, read on.)

I occasionally read online reviews for running shoes, in my never-ending quest to find the perfect running shoe for me (if that exists). I like the lightweight Saucony Hattori shoes. Very light. Zero drop. Velcro straps instead of annoying laces. Only problem is that the seams between the uppers and the soles are located about 1/4" away from the sides, that is, on the sole itself. On longer runs, this starts to chafe my little toe.

I have Pearl Izumi isoTransitions, which are nice for longer runs. They are a little heavier but still lightweight. They don't have the seam on the insole, so no chafing. But they have a 4mm drop (from heel to toe).

So I'm looking for a zero-drop shoe that doesn't have the seams on the insole or a high in-step (like all Nike models and many other shoes, including the Saucony Kinvara). When I see a promising candidate, I check out reviews and I look at the shoe fit on Running Warehouse.

I heard about a new shoe from New Balance. Looks promising. Found a review of the shoe. Seemed solidly written and informative. I looked at the author's name. Tim Kelley. Hmm, that's funny. There's a guy in Arlington by that name. Oh wait a minute. That's the same Tim Kelley. ]]> General Discussion PotomacCyclist http://bikearlingtonforum.com/showthread.php?5031-Celebrity-reviewer Reflective Digital Camo Tank Top Mens/Womens Kickstarter Project 5/17-6/16 http://bikearlingtonforum.com/showthread.php?5030-Reflective-Digital-Camo-Tank-Top-Mens-Womens-Kickstarter-Project-5-17-6-16&goto=newpost Sun, 19 May 2013 05:46:56 GMT Hello, My name is Adam Trowell located in Washington D.C I am currently a GMU Marketing Major, entrepreneur and an aspiring designer. With the... Hello,

My name is Adam Trowell located in Washington D.C I am currently a GMU Marketing Major, entrepreneur and an aspiring designer. With the summer season quickly approaching, hot days and warm nights ahead I have spent the past few months designing and creating a fully reflective tank top especially designed for cyclists, joggers, walkers and all who want to be seen both stylishly and safely while outdoors this summer season. I am literally all in on this project and my goal is to earn the support of atleast 125 backers to be able to deliver an initial production run of reflective digital camo tank tops. I have launched my project via Kickstarter a crowdfunding platform with a funding period between 5/17 ending 6/16.

Over the next week I will visit as many bicycle and running shops in the DC, Maryland and Virginia area dropping off flyers in hopes of receiving the support of the cycling and jogging community in particular. Being safe and seen at night is always at the forefront I believe there is significant value in a fully reflective tank top and I hope you feel the same enough to offer your support whether that be backing the project, sharing the project or both!

Please check out both the project link below and my website which is a combination of my first manufactured item and custom footwear that I also create myself known in the sneaker community by the alias "theMenace". I am also holding a footwear giveaway in relation to the kickstarter project of which details can be found on my website as well.

http://www.kickstarter.com/projects/...-camo-tank-top

http://www.reflectivetanktop.com/

I thank you for your time and support in anyway that you see fit!

-adam

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]]> General Discussion theMenaceDC http://bikearlingtonforum.com/showthread.php?5030-Reflective-Digital-Camo-Tank-Top-Mens-Womens-Kickstarter-Project-5-17-6-16 Jim bikes to work http://bikearlingtonforum.com/showthread.php?5026-Jim-bikes-to-work&goto=newpost Sat, 18 May 2013 01:46:07 GMT Catching up on the finale of the office (and on the forum). Fitting that Jim bikes to work. Cheaper than a vasectomy. Catching up on the finale of the office (and on the forum). Fitting that Jim bikes to work. Cheaper than a vasectomy. ]]> General Discussion dasgeh http://bikearlingtonforum.com/showthread.php?5026-Jim-bikes-to-work U Street accident http://bikearlingtonforum.com/showthread.php?5015-U-Street-accident&goto=newpost Thu, 16 May 2013 22:22:17 GMT WaPo was reporting a cyclist accident on U Street this morning. It sounded serious - the guy was breathing but unconscious. Anyone have any details? WaPo was reporting a cyclist accident on U Street this morning. It sounded serious - the guy was breathing but unconscious. Anyone have any details? ]]> General Discussion Mariner http://bikearlingtonforum.com/showthread.php?5015-U-Street-accident Made by Hand - The Bike Maker http://bikearlingtonforum.com/showthread.php?5013-Made-by-Hand-The-Bike-Maker&goto=newpost Thu, 16 May 2013 18:40:08 GMT My wife just sent me this link to a short movie series. This one in particular is amazing, relevant, and beautifully shot....enjoy. Contains some... My wife just sent me this link to a short movie series. This one in particular is amazing, relevant, and beautifully shot....enjoy. Contains some graphic images.

http://thisismadebyhand.com/film/the_bike_maker ]]> General Discussion Dickie http://bikearlingtonforum.com/showthread.php?5013-Made-by-Hand-The-Bike-Maker <![CDATA[Quit trying to log into my account! I'm not dead!]]> http://bikearlingtonforum.com/showthread.php?5006-Quit-trying-to-log-into-my-account!-I-m-not-dead!&goto=newpost Thu, 16 May 2013 11:07:03 GMT I don't log in for a couple of months -- I couldn't or wasn't allowed to ride for a while -- and I suddenly get a message:

Failed Login Notification on Washington Area Bike Forum

Someone has tried to log into your account on Washington Area Bike Forum with an incorrect password at least 5 times. This person has been prevented from attempting tologin to your account for the next 15 minutes.

The person trying to log into your account had the followingIP address: 188.143.232.144

My first thought was who wants to log in as an old, slow, fat guy? (Personally, I blame Certifried, since he probably got caught trying to blame me for something and it was right after I was forced to shave off the beard, so I didn't look like his evil twin.)

I didn't have a heart attack. I woke up after surgery. I wasn't paralyzed. All that matters is I am back on the bike as if nothing happened. ]]> General Discussion 5555624 http://bikearlingtonforum.com/showthread.php?5006-Quit-trying-to-log-into-my-account!-I-m-not-dead! <![CDATA[Homeless man's makeshift house on Mt Vernon trail destroyed]]> http://bikearlingtonforum.com/showthread.php?5001-Homeless-man-s-makeshift-house-on-Mt-Vernon-trail-destroyed&goto=newpost Wed, 15 May 2013 18:32:41 GMT I remember a discussion or two on here about the makeshift home a homeless person built just off the Mt Vernon Trail near Lynn Street so thought you... I remember a discussion or two on here about the makeshift home a homeless person built just off the Mt Vernon Trail near Lynn Street so thought you guys may be interested in this story. Apparently it took him 9 years to build it and VDOT 5 hours to tear down.

http://www.arlnow.com/2013/05/15/one...cks-to-remove/ ]]> General Discussion btj http://bikearlingtonforum.com/showthread.php?5001-Homeless-man-s-makeshift-house-on-Mt-Vernon-trail-destroyed <![CDATA[💔 + 🚲 = 😊]]> http://bikearlingtonforum.com/showthread.php?4999-&#128148-&#128690-&#128522&goto=newpost Wed, 15 May 2013 14:48:30 GMT Four years ago my physician noticed I had a murmur during a regular check-up. A quick ECG showed some abnormal readings and I was referred to a... Four years ago my physician noticed I had a murmur during a regular check-up. A quick ECG showed some abnormal readings and I was referred to a cardiologist. Not a surprise considering almost all the males on my father's side have some sort of heart condition. My father, a fit non-smoker and childhood athlete has had two heart attacks, a quadruple bi-pass, and just this week a cutting edge quadruple angioplasty....it is in our genes. When I first met my specialist I was a little concerned to hear the words "abnormal" and "congenital". Turns out I was born with a Bicuspid Aortic valve. The fact that it had gone undetected was shocking, but there it was... a faulty valve that helped explain my many failures with endurance sports. At best the valve would last another 10 - 15 years before it would need replacing, however considering my family history with heart disease and my own elevated cholesterol it would probably last another 5 - 8....that was 4 years ago. Once a year since that day I am subjected to a bout of tests; CT scans, Echocardiograms, stress tests, blood-work, etc and every year I have managed to extend the life of my valve. Medications aside, I am convinced cycling is the reason. This year has been my most dedicated in terms of hours in the saddle and miles ridden and the results from last week's tests seem to confirm my beliefs.

For the first time in four years my blood-work was normal...I AM AVERAGE...YES! Even better, my valve has not worsened at all during the year. As long as I keep extending it's life, I keep extending mine.

I can't think of anything else that is so good for you yet so much fun...as if eating pizza would cure all illness!

Anyway, I am in a great mood and wanted to share this with you all, since you are like an extended family on two wheels.

- Cheers ]]> General Discussion Dickie Fairfax Loops http://bikearlingtonforum.com/showthread.php?4996-Fairfax-Loops&goto=newpost Wed, 15 May 2013 12:52:00 GMT A buddy of mine is joining me after work at my shop in Fairfax for some riding. He's pretty new to cycling and looking to get about 30 flat training miles in starting around 5:00. I am usually heading east on the W&OD at that time, but figured I would take him west instead. Any thoughts on some good Fairfax loops preferably not in too much traffic? We'll be starting near the new Mosaic district (Merrifield). I thought about just taking the W&OD out west but I am not sure how crowded it gets out that way. ]]> General Discussion Dickie http://bikearlingtonforum.com/showthread.php?4996-Fairfax-Loops bike lanes http://bikearlingtonforum.com/showthread.php?4995-bike-lanes&goto=newpost Wed, 15 May 2013 12:00:20 GMT Interesting article, though most of the regulars have heard it before: http://janheine.wordpress.com/2013/05/15/bike-to-work-3-separate-or-equal/ ... Interesting article, though most of the regulars have heard it before: http://janheine.wordpress.com/2013/0...rate-or-equal/

I wonder, though, if it jumped the shark a bit when it equated bike lanes and nazis.

I think there's an everlasting tension between the inherent safety of the facilities themselves and the safety that results from increased bicycle mode share. Both arguments are right in different ways, so what's left is picking one or the other for purely emotional reasons. ]]> General Discussion mstone http://bikearlingtonforum.com/showthread.php?4995-bike-lanes