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07-21-2017, 12:39 AM

cvcalhoun replied to a thread I love my commute from Bethesda to DC now, but what happens in the fall/winter? in Commuters

Yeah, I've been foregoing a helmet sometimes, on the theory that it may actually cause accidents by giving me heat exhaustion. But my point here...

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07-20-2017, 02:27 PM

cvcalhoun replied to a thread I love my commute from Bethesda to DC now, but what happens in the fall/winter? in Commuters

I have the Proviz one. (I'm happy to be obnoxious, if it keeps me alive.) However, it's not really suitable for year-round use. Even with a couple...

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07-20-2017, 08:26 AM

TwoWheelsDC replied to a thread July 2017 Road & Trail Conditions in Road and Trail Conditions

There is now a detour at the CCT trailhead in front of the Canoe Club. Not really onerous or anything, but there are lots of construction workers...

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07-20-2017, 08:21 AM

TwoWheelsDC replied to a thread DC to Annapolis in Where to ride?

I am highly interested in such a ride the next time it's co-ed. Also, if there is anyone who'd like to do your ride but can't because they don't have...

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07-19-2017, 08:53 AM

TwoWheelsDC replied to a thread DC to Annapolis in Where to ride?

Oooooh yeah...forgot about the watermelon. It is taking up a not insignificant amount of space in our fridge.

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07-18-2017, 08:22 AM

TwoWheelsDC replied to a thread DC to Annapolis in Where to ride?

I'm tentatively in. I have a wedding on Saturday, so we'll just see how much mental energy I have on Sunday morning. I think my preference would be...

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07-17-2017, 03:05 PM

TwoWheelsDC replied to a thread Crash on Custis Trail at Lyon Village in Crashes, Close Calls and Incidents

I think it's obvious that a bollard would do a lot of good here.

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07-16-2017, 05:11 PM

TwoWheelsDC replied to a thread Save the date, July 15: Tour de Pharmacy screening/pool party/Climate Ride fundraiser in Events

Thanks to everyone who came out! Always a joy to have a house full of people having a good time together. Finnian had a good time too!

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07-14-2017, 07:30 PM

TwoWheelsDC replied to a thread Save the date, July 15: Tour de Pharmacy screening/pool party/Climate Ride fundraiser in Events

Oh, for those coming after the ride, you can get in the backyard through the side gate to the left of the house.

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07-14-2017, 06:57 PM

TwoWheelsDC replied to a thread Save the date, July 15: Tour de Pharmacy screening/pool party/Climate Ride fundraiser in Events

I suspect we'll roll into the park around 430pm. I think we'll be hard to miss.

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07-13-2017, 07:11 PM

TwoWheelsDC replied to a thread Save the date, July 15: Tour de Pharmacy screening/pool party/Climate Ride fundraiser in Events

We've had rosé incidents that weren't too far off from this...

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07-13-2017, 05:38 PM

cvcalhoun replied to a thread I love my commute from Bethesda to DC now, but what happens in the fall/winter? in Commuters

One more thing to be aware of: Even if you never use more than 300 lumens on your headlight, you may want to get a headlight that is capable of being...

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07-12-2017, 05:38 PM

TwoWheelsDC replied to a thread Save the date, July 15: Tour de Pharmacy screening/pool party/Climate Ride fundraiser in Events

**Update!** Pool was 85 degrees when I jumped in this afternoon. **End Update**

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07-12-2017, 04:00 PM

cvcalhoun replied to a thread I love my commute from Bethesda to DC now, but what happens in the fall/winter? in Commuters

I ride the CCT after dark pretty much every night even now. It's quite safe, even at night. In nice weather, we sometimes get homeless people...

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07-12-2017, 11:25 AM

TwoWheelsDC replied to a thread I love my commute from Bethesda to DC now, but what happens in the fall/winter? in Commuters

Year-round CCT commuter here...Personal safety is not really an issue as there is a pretty steady stream of trail users during the morning and early...

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07-12-2017, 11:14 AM

TwoWheelsDC replied to a thread Save the date, July 15: Tour de Pharmacy screening/pool party/Climate Ride fundraiser in Events

Probably any time after 6pm, I think.

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07-11-2017, 08:48 PM

TwoWheelsDC replied to a thread Save the date, July 15: Tour de Pharmacy screening/pool party/Climate Ride fundraiser in Events

Veggies and beer would probably be ideal! My wife has said she wants to make a dessert, so I think sides and beverages are the highest priority.

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07-11-2017, 02:57 PM

TwoWheelsDC replied to a thread Save the date, July 15: Tour de Pharmacy screening/pool party/Climate Ride fundraiser in Events

As of now, the weather looks perfect, so none of you has an excuse to miss this.

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07-11-2017, 01:38 PM

TwoWheelsDC replied to a thread Crash: Some Tips Lessons Learned in Crashes, Close Calls and Incidents

Nice job! One bit of advice on 911 I've always tried to abide by is "Never assume someone else will call 911. Just call 911."

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07-11-2017, 08:08 AM

TwoWheelsDC replied to a thread Gravel Race Up Spruce Knob in Events

No kidding...in all the organized rides I've done, there are a fair number of men and women stragglers. There were NO women stragglers at this...

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07-10-2017, 08:17 PM

TwoWheelsDC replied to a thread Gravel Race Up Spruce Knob in Events

A few...

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07-10-2017, 11:36 AM

TwoWheelsDC replied to a thread Gravel Race Up Spruce Knob in Events

If it makes you feel better, the ride was like 80% suffering for me for a few reasons. First, I just wasn't in top shape, so I was struggling...

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07-06-2017, 01:16 PM

TwoWheelsDC replied to a thread Gravel Race Up Spruce Knob in Events

Okay, I am now back to maybe needing a ride. Anyone have an extra seat?

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06-29-2017, 04:00 PM

TwoWheelsDC replied to a thread Bike Fit and Clipless Pedals in Bikes & Equipment

Clipless pedals aren't going to make you measurably faster, I'm sorry to say. As I think others have noted, they do have benefits like comfort and...

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06-29-2017, 01:56 PM

TwoWheelsDC replied to a thread Bike Fit and Clipless Pedals in Bikes & Equipment

ftfy.

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06-29-2017, 01:41 PM

TwoWheelsDC replied to a thread L! G! A! - Wednesday C&O Gravel Rides in Events

Inexcusable.

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06-29-2017, 01:13 PM

TwoWheelsDC replied to a thread L! G! A! - Wednesday C&O Gravel Rides in Events

I waved but it was not reciprocated....

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06-29-2017, 12:01 PM

TwoWheelsDC replied to a thread L! G! A! - Wednesday C&O Gravel Rides in Events

I saw you guys gathered to ride as I was heading home, but I was hurrying to a)catch the end of the healthcare rally at the Capitol and b)walk my dog.

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06-29-2017, 11:33 AM

TwoWheelsDC replied to a thread Climate Ride 2017: Help Kitty come home!!! in General Discussion

Hoping for a Pool Party Bump!

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