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Yesterday, 10:18 PM

komorebi replied to a thread BAFS National Cathedral group ride + private tour in Events

It's so awesome that you're doing this! I took a tour years ago, but I'm looking forward to the ride and to learning more about the cathedral.

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02-22-2019, 11:21 AM

DismalScientist replied to a thread Washington Blvd repaving thru Westover in Road and Trail Conditions

The current configuration is much like what used to be in front of the Lutheran Church a few blocks to the west. It will be interesting to see if...

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02-22-2019, 10:58 AM

DismalScientist replied to a thread W&OD 2-month Closure for Four Mile Run Stream Repair near N. Madison St. in Road and Trail Conditions

I walked by the closed sign last night. Nothing was happening on the trail. Maybe some of the orange fencing was taken down. I think the signage...

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02-21-2019, 08:32 AM

komorebi replied to a thread Rides, gatherings, and events for FS 2019 in Freezing Saddles Winter Riding Competition

Due to Saturday's forecast, I'm rescheduling the Bakeries, Brews, and Booze ride to Sunday, March 3. A Sunday ride sadly means that Shortcake Bakery...

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02-20-2019, 06:52 PM

komorebi replied to a thread Bike and Yoga and Farmers Market - Sunday 2/24 in Events

I'm planning to be there for yoga. I also have an extra, still-in-the-shrinkwrap yoga mat that I can bring if anyone wants to borrow it.

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02-18-2019, 08:14 PM

streetsmarts replied to a thread W&W London Bridge Pointless Prize Log in Freezing Saddles Winter Riding Competition

Oh so sorry to hear this! Glad it's not any worse. Hope you heal quickly and well. Take it easy! Sent from my SM-G900V using Tapatalk

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02-16-2019, 12:41 AM

komorebi replied to a thread Pointless Prize: KOT and QOT in Freezing Saddles Winter Riding Competition

Oh no! I better bank some points before everyone passes me this weekend. On Friday night, someone left a e-scooter on the ramp leading up from...

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02-16-2019, 12:39 AM

komorebi replied to a thread Pointless Prize: KOT and QOT in Freezing Saddles Winter Riding Competition

A belated thank you for moving this scooter. I saw it on my way home that night. That section of the trail isn't well-lit, so there's a good chance...

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02-13-2019, 08:22 AM

komorebi replied to a thread Rides, gatherings, and events for FS 2019 in Freezing Saddles Winter Riding Competition

I was very sad that a morning meeting kept me from going to Team X's Sugar Shack meetup. But I did get the next best thing: a flyby with Christob50...

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02-12-2019, 12:41 PM

komorebi replied to a thread Rides, gatherings, and events for FS 2019 in Freezing Saddles Winter Riding Competition

Ignore the post title: ride has been rescheduled due to weather. In conjunction with rumipumi (aka Mrs. Maryland Meadworks), I'm organizing a...

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02-11-2019, 10:55 PM

komorebi replied to a thread Pointless Prize: KOT and QOT in Freezing Saddles Winter Riding Competition

I'm claiming points for attending Sunday's Friends of the Mount Vernon Trail meeting. Strava proof of attendance:...

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02-11-2019, 01:59 PM

komorebi replied to a thread Rides, gatherings, and events for FS 2019 in Freezing Saddles Winter Riding Competition

This is great! I was trying to explain Strava art to my mom (also a non-biker), but your explanation is much better and more poetic.

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02-10-2019, 08:47 PM

komorebi replied to a thread Rides, gatherings, and events for FS 2019 in Freezing Saddles Winter Riding Competition

Thanks to everyone for coming out to the duck ride! Special props to Christob50 for hauling his e-bike up and down the stairs without complaint,...

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02-09-2019, 11:11 PM

komorebi replied to a thread Strava art prize 2019 thread in Freezing Saddles Winter Riding Competition

Nice! The ears were a great touch, and so was the mouth. I can definitely see this elephant smiling as he takes flight over Arlington. And thanks...

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02-09-2019, 11:02 PM

komorebi replied to a thread Rides, gatherings, and events for FS 2019 in Freezing Saddles Winter Riding Competition

I tweaked the route a bit this afternoon, but it should have saved to the same URL, https://ridewithgps.com/routes/29275735. I also had problems...

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02-06-2019, 06:06 PM

komorebi replied to a thread Rides, gatherings, and events for FS 2019 in Freezing Saddles Winter Riding Competition

Josh is correct on both fronts. We'll also be going up and down a half-flight of stairs at the intersection of Key Blvd. and N. Uhle St. --...

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02-06-2019, 12:45 PM

komorebi replied to a thread Rides, gatherings, and events for FS 2019 in Freezing Saddles Winter Riding Competition

Good question about the trail closure. We'll be turning from the W&OD onto the Custis, and my understanding is that part of the trail network will...

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02-06-2019, 12:05 PM

DismalScientist replied to a thread W&OD 2-month Closure for Four Mile Run Stream Repair near N. Madison St. in Road and Trail Conditions

An alternative if you are continuing on the Custis is to cross the bridge at Ohio over I-66 and take 14th and 11th east across Patrick Henry and turn...

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02-05-2019, 12:32 PM

komorebi replied to a thread Rides, gatherings, and events for FS 2019 in Freezing Saddles Winter Riding Competition

In honor of the world's loneliest duck, I plan to ride a Strava art duck on Sunday, February 10. Everyone is welcome to join, particularly those who...

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02-04-2019, 06:11 PM

komorebi replied to a thread FS sighting! (?) in Freezing Saddles Winter Riding Competition

In addition to being posted on the Google Calendar, many of the events are also posted on the Rides, gatherings, and events thread. I'm planning to...

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02-04-2019, 06:05 PM

komorebi replied to a thread Rides, gatherings, and events for FS 2019 in Freezing Saddles Winter Riding Competition

Thanks for coming to the dumpling ride, everyone. Including the people who came just for coffee or lunch, I think we had 18 people. It was fun...

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02-03-2019, 09:50 PM

streetsmarts replied to a thread For those of you on the wait list in Freezing Saddles Winter Riding Competition

Agree with Steve O here. Kudos to you . Winter biking is hard and you've done a lot already! Sent from my SM-G900V using Tapatalk

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02-01-2019, 11:24 AM

komorebi replied to a thread Rides, gatherings, and events for FS 2019 in Freezing Saddles Winter Riding Competition

Thanks. Original post updated. And yes, the ride has been changed to Sunday, February 3, but otherwise the timing is the same: meet at 8:30 a.m. at...

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02-01-2019, 10:11 AM

komorebi replied to a thread Rides, gatherings, and events for FS 2019 in Freezing Saddles Winter Riding Competition

Ooops, spoke too soon. Clearly, the heavier-than-expected snowfall this morning was all my fault. The roads and trails might still be dicey on...

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01-31-2019, 06:48 PM

komorebi replied to a thread What is too cold for a bicycle? in Bikes & Equipment

I had problems with my hydraulic brakes last winter if my bike was left outside in freezing temps for more than 20 minutes. Bikenetic replaced the...

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01-31-2019, 06:43 PM

komorebi replied to a thread Rides, gatherings, and events for FS 2019 in Freezing Saddles Winter Riding Competition

At the risk of jinxing the dumpling ride -- it looks like it actually might not rain on Saturday!!! But it will be cold, especially at the beginning...

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01-29-2019, 07:29 PM

komorebi replied to a thread Strava art prize 2019 thread in Freezing Saddles Winter Riding Competition

Very nice! I particularly like the dynamism of the design and the way you handled the feathers on the wings' trailing edge.

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01-26-2019, 07:42 PM

streetsmarts replied to a thread W&W London Bridge Pointless Prize Log in Freezing Saddles Winter Riding Competition

Ouch. Hope you're not hurting too badly Bob! Sent from my SM-G900V using Tapatalk

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