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07-26-2017, 07:33 AM

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

The weather is looking to be just as amazing as it was yesterday. I am 99.9% sure (work being the only thing that would keep me from coming out) I...

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07-26-2017, 07:23 AM

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

I love that this thread has been hijacked with Judd's mountain biking adventures!

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07-25-2017, 11:07 AM

Sunyata replied to a thread Alexandria Historical Bike Ride (No Drop Ride) in Group Rides

I have never had their (Duck) doughnuts... But I am willing to ride my bike the mile to Bradlee and check it out! I have had Sugar Shack and I...

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07-25-2017, 11:02 AM

Sunyata replied to a thread Bike helmets and ponytails - can't we just get along? in General Discussion

My hair is coarse and wavy, definitely get the knotty mess. Braiding in pigtails is MUCH easier, since you do not have to reach behind the head and...

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07-25-2017, 07:16 AM

Sunyata replied to a thread Alexandria Historical Bike Ride (No Drop Ride) in Group Rides

Wait... Is there a Duck Donuts at Bradlee?!?!?!?!

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07-25-2017, 07:11 AM

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

In for 10! YAY!!!!

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07-25-2017, 07:09 AM

Sunyata replied to a thread My Morning Commute in Commuters

It was GLORIOUS! I even saw a dude with a jacket on this morning... (That was a little overkill, IMO, it was cooler than it has been, but...

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07-25-2017, 07:07 AM

Sunyata replied to a thread Bike helmets and ponytails - can't we just get along? in General Discussion

I can teach you. :) (Well, in a few months, when my hair grows back!)

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07-24-2017, 07:34 AM

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

GAH! I need to check the forum more regularly! What about this coming weekend? I was thinking of a Saturday ride at Schaeffer in MD. :cool:

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07-24-2017, 07:24 AM

Sunyata replied to a thread Bike helmets and ponytails - can't we just get along? in General Discussion

Braids. The answer to your question is braids. :p French braid, braided pig tails, fishtail braid, dutch braid, regular braid, box braid. They...

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07-21-2017, 07:04 AM

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

You know... It is much cooler in the woods. Your new bike is crying because it has not yet been on singletrack!

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07-20-2017, 07:53 AM

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

Put some gravel tires on your bike and come out for the "Gravel Edition" of the Women's Rapha 100k ride! We are riding ~64 miles in Loudoun County...

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07-18-2017, 07:25 AM

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

You know there is a CaBi station less than 3/4 mile from the shop (there might actually be one closer, but I am too lazy to look). It actually takes...

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07-18-2017, 07:17 AM

Sunyata replied to a thread Crash with Bollard on ART near Bladensburg in Crashes, Close Calls and Incidents

Normally bollards do not bother me much. I am used to riding in close quarters with immovable objects (trees, mostly). And yes, I know that just...

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07-14-2017, 07:06 AM

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

Has anyone ever tried this?! Sounds almost as good as grilled pineapple! *Also, does it bother anyone else that the grill marks on the watermelon...

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07-13-2017, 07:46 AM

Sunyata replied to a thread Tour de France Viewing Party at Cinema & Drafthouse - July 20 in Events

I "hate" putting this out there, because I always feel like it is such an awesome bike parking secret, but the parking garage across the Pike from...

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07-13-2017, 07:44 AM

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

*but seriously, there can never be too much beer.

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07-13-2017, 07:26 AM

Sunyata replied to a thread Good News on Infrastructure thread in General Discussion

As someone who both bikes through there occasionally and drives a VERY large piece of equipment through there on a regular basis: ^THIS It would...

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07-12-2017, 07:06 AM

Sunyata replied to a thread Your latest bike purchase? in Bikes & Equipment

In addition... What ARE you going to do with 10 cans of spray paint?! Inquiring minds need to know.

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07-12-2017, 07:03 AM

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

OR... You could ride down to Wakefield and watch some MTB shenanigans. :cool:

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07-12-2017, 07:00 AM

Sunyata replied to a thread Dirty Bikeneticrit in Events

OMG. That was HILARIOUS!

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07-12-2017, 06:53 AM

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

Officially IN! Plus one. Dane has decided to grace us with his presence for once. :p I will be bringing Orzo Salad (vegetarian with goat...

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07-12-2017, 06:50 AM

Sunyata replied to a thread Bicycle Fun Club - Lotus and Water Lily Festival - July 16th in Events

The Wednesdays at Wakefield races. It is a series of four mid-week training mountain bike races at Wakefield Park in Annandale. The last race is a...

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07-11-2017, 07:16 AM

Sunyata replied to a thread Bicycle Fun Club - Lotus and Water Lily Festival - July 16th in Events

Yep. I will be there tonight (official ride meets at 6:30, wheels rolling at 6:45, but I will most likely be there around 6:00 to do a quick loop...

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07-11-2017, 07:10 AM

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

The field DID get serious this year. I was in a completely stacked field (which is a good thing!) and finished 8 out of 11. The epic route is...

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07-10-2017, 07:26 AM

Sunyata replied to a thread Dirty Bikeneticrit in Events

Unless you have upgraded to a Cat 4 with USAC, you will not be able to race in a Cat 4 (only) race. Luckily for you, there is no Cat 4 (only) race! ...

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07-10-2017, 07:16 AM

Sunyata replied to a thread Bicycle Fun Club - Lotus and Water Lily Festival - July 16th in Events

Question: What if I want to go mountain biking instead and then meet you guys at Bluejacket? What time will you be there (and what time will you...

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07-07-2017, 07:00 AM

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

Sounds like you need better pedals and better shoes. :p As someone who rides both clipped in and on flats, I feel ZERO difference in efficiency...

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