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02-27-2015, 10:09 AM

Terpfan replied to a thread My Morning Commute in Commuters

Cars were actually nice to me today giving me plenty of space and waving me through at stop-signs. I guess they recognize how much ice sucks. The...

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02-27-2015, 09:39 AM

Terpfan replied to a thread Serial Broken Spokes in Maintenance

"We stand behind every product we sell. If an item does not meet your expectations, simply return it. We guarantee your money back for a full year....

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02-27-2015, 09:36 AM

Terpfan replied to a thread Best plowed trails? in General Discussion

I made the MVT mistake this morning. Avoid it like the plague until we get two solid 50 degree days to melt all this crap. There are some straight...

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02-27-2015, 09:07 AM

Terpfan replied to a thread February 2015 Trail Conditions in Road and Trail Conditions

In my infinite wisdom, I figured I would take the MVT this morning. South of OT from the marina to OT is mostly snow and ice, with a few bald spots. ...

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02-26-2015, 08:04 PM

cvcalhoun replied to a thread February 2015 Trail Conditions in Road and Trail Conditions

bikeeveryday reports that as of this evening, CCT is clear from DC to Bethesda. Great news!

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02-26-2015, 03:47 PM

cvcalhoun replied to a thread February 2015 Trail Conditions in Road and Trail Conditions

Can someone who uses the CCT today please post its condition? I need to get to DC tomorrow, and am trying to figure out whether to use the trail or...

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02-26-2015, 02:05 PM

Terpfan replied to a thread Serial Broken Spokes in Maintenance

Could be my riding style, although I doubt it given I don't have that much power. I suspect it's just a crappy wheel combined with dealing with...

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02-25-2015, 06:49 PM

Terpfan replied to a thread Serial Broken Spokes in Maintenance

So opinions requested on this same subject. My relatiely newish (bought in late sept) road bike (ridley fenix) broke a spoke on rear wheel two weeks...

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02-23-2015, 01:13 PM

Terpfan replied to a thread Boston Cyclists Undeterred in General Discussion

They would if such a situation could exist, but the tunnel-builder's tweet read that "Behind it, the whole rest of the path has been somewhat...

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02-23-2015, 01:00 PM

Terpfan replied to a thread February 2015 Trail Conditions in Road and Trail Conditions

Mm, the 8 part doesn't bother me (did the commute into the winds the whole way on Friday the 13th), but the hard freeze does not sound fun. I'm...

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02-23-2015, 11:24 AM

Terpfan replied to a thread February 2015 Trail Conditions in Road and Trail Conditions

Ah, I didn't go back to that page, but after reviewing it, I'm stuck with, argh. Looks like crap still even between Lady Byrd and bridge. Guess...

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02-23-2015, 10:55 AM

Terpfan replied to a thread February 2015 Trail Conditions in Road and Trail Conditions

Any MVT reports? I can't ride in today per needing to leave whenever furnace fixing repair man calls me, but I want to ride in tomorrow. Debating...

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02-21-2015, 11:58 PM

cvcalhoun replied to a thread insulating insoles for winter in Bikes & Equipment

I never use specific biking shoes. I wear orthopedic shoes (typically from Drew or PW Minor, but I buy them at deep discount on eBay). They come...

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02-21-2015, 09:14 PM

cvcalhoun replied to a thread February 2015 Trail Conditions in Road and Trail Conditions

Forget the trails. This is what it looked like on the nearest snow emergency route to my house (i.e., the most well plowed street in my...

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02-19-2015, 10:30 PM

cvcalhoun replied to a thread Replacing the battery on your Garmin 500 in Bikes & Equipment

11. Re-assemble the unit! This is pretty easy: attach the battery's connector to the board (press down gently so it snaps in place, make sure you...

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02-19-2015, 10:28 PM

cvcalhoun replied to a thread Replacing the battery on your Garmin 500 in Bikes & Equipment

9. Remove the old battery The battery has been disconnected from the board and lifted off of the body. There is some double-sided tape which held...

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02-19-2015, 10:19 PM

cvcalhoun replied to a thread Replacing the battery on your Garmin 500 in Bikes & Equipment

With the four Torx screws removed and the front plate pryed off you will see the screen resting on top of the board. The screen lifts easily off the...

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02-19-2015, 10:12 PM

cvcalhoun started a thread Replacing the battery on your Garmin 500 in Bikes & Equipment

I originally found these instructions on another forum, but the other forum has gone kaput, and I can't find the instructions anywhere online. I'm...

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02-19-2015, 09:41 PM

cvcalhoun replied to a thread February 2015 Trail Conditions in Road and Trail Conditions

As usual, the Georgetown Branch Trail takes the prize for worst in the area. As of this morning, it is solid (and often rutted) ice.

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02-13-2015, 10:02 PM

cvcalhoun replied to a thread Missed connection in General Discussion

Hint: If the side of your car actually brushes my sleeve as you pass me, you're probably not in compliance with the three-foot rule. Just saying...

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02-13-2015, 02:52 PM

Terpfan replied to a thread High wind watch on Saturday and Sunday in General Discussion

I'm still working on figuring out how to rig a sail to my bike....

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02-13-2015, 01:09 PM

Terpfan replied to a thread Team 13 Roll Call! in Freezing Saddles Winter Riding Competition

If it's still on, I think I'll still go. Although if it's like today, I may not ride over or if I do ride over, I'll get there way early so I can...

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02-13-2015, 12:24 PM

Terpfan replied to a thread My Evening Commute in Commuters

I did score 5 PRs yesterday on my ride home. I was booking it down the MVT at an average of like 22-23mph. Got myself into the top 10% for most of...

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02-13-2015, 11:03 AM

Terpfan replied to a thread Winter Bike to Work Day in Commuters

I would do all of the bridges if it were possible. I used to do 14th every day and I think it gets the highest volume, but the others, particularly...

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02-13-2015, 11:01 AM

Terpfan replied to a thread My Morning Commute in Commuters

This morning I paid my dues for enjoying the NW gusts on my ride home last night by riding into the wind the entire time. And, for what it's worth,...

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02-12-2015, 11:54 PM

cvcalhoun replied to a thread Freezing Saddles 2015 in Freezing Saddles Winter Riding Competition

Oh, I know that. I just didn't mention it because jwetzel already had:

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02-12-2015, 09:50 PM

cvcalhoun replied to a thread Freezing Saddles 2015 in Freezing Saddles Winter Riding Competition

Sorry, but my (British) wife informs me that if it does not include tea, it is not cricket. Implements of destruction are all very well, but they...

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