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Today, 10:31 PM

cvcalhoun replied to a thread OK to look at other teams disscusiuons? in Freezing Saddles Winter Riding Competition

The "super-sleazy tactic," a/k/a "sandbagging," is explicitly forbidden by the rules. However, as with so many other aspects of Freezing Saddles,...

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Today, 10:26 PM

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

Taping your vents shut on the bottoms of your shoes makes a big difference vis-a-vis wind and wet getting in your shoes.

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Today, 11:53 AM

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

Yep, my friend who replaced a battery in an iPhone said the process was similar. The one difference is that the Garmin battery replacement requires...

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Today, 11:42 AM

cvcalhoun replied to a thread OK to look at other teams disscusiuons? in Freezing Saddles Winter Riding Competition

I believe this would violate the rule against sandbagging. Discussions can be kept private, but rides cannot.

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Today, 10:51 AM

consularrider replied to a thread January 2015 Trail Conditions in Road and Trail Conditions

Yep, they were brushing the W&OD at about 9:15 this morning and made sure to clear the Ohio St access trail as well. I'm about to head out for a...

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Today, 12:06 AM

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

No, I didn't have that issue. The problem for me was that the charge, which used to last 12 hours or more, was running out after only 2-3 hours. I...

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Yesterday, 11:39 PM

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

My latest bike purchase was a battery for my Garmin Edge 500. Replacing the battery required Acquisition not only of the battery but several...

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Yesterday, 04:54 PM

Fast Friendly Guy started a thread Thank You For the Many Friendly Inquiries! in Freezing Saddles Winter Riding Competition

I know I've been laying low lately, but that doesn't mean my problems are all that bad. Of course I miss riding, but it's just a matter of time and...

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01-25-2015, 07:34 PM

consularrider replied to a thread ◊◊'s Team #9 in Freezing Saddles Winter Riding Competition

See you there.

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01-25-2015, 06:42 PM

jongon replied to a thread ◊◊'s Team #9 in Freezing Saddles Winter Riding Competition

Third place! Guys, you're amazing. Please join me this Wednesday for happy hour at 100 montaditos at yards park. Intersection of tingey and 4th...

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01-25-2015, 11:53 AM

kwarkentien replied to a thread && Calling all riders (AKA Team 11) in Freezing Saddles Winter Riding Competition

Great news Dickie!

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01-25-2015, 10:34 AM

jongon replied to a thread ◊◊'s Team #9 in Freezing Saddles Winter Riding Competition

Fun Fact: As of Sunday morning at 10:30 am we are in 4th place! WOOOOOOOO! consularrider is currently in 1st place with individual points! *round of...

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01-25-2015, 07:34 AM

kwarkentien replied to a thread && Calling all riders (AKA Team 11) in Freezing Saddles Winter Riding Competition

Sounds interesting. I might join you if I can figure out where Proteus is and how to get there from Arlington.

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01-24-2015, 07:45 AM

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

Yeah, it's double counting my Strava miles for January's MTS challenge.

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01-22-2015, 03:56 PM

consularrider replied to a thread January 2015 Trail Conditions in Road and Trail Conditions

This afternoon the CCT was clear from Georgetown to Bethesda. There are a couple wet spots that may refreeze tonight.

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01-22-2015, 03:47 PM

consularrider replied to a thread ◊◊'s Team #9 in Freezing Saddles Winter Riding Competition

Did one of you leave me a voicemail on my cell phone? Unfortunately I can't retrieve it.

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01-22-2015, 09:35 AM

consularrider replied to a thread ◊◊'s Team #9 in Freezing Saddles Winter Riding Competition

I'll try and make it this evening. What time are you planning to get there? I'll send you a private message with my cell phone number.

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01-22-2015, 09:32 AM

consularrider replied to a thread Freezing Saddles scoreboard software updates in Freezing Saddles Winter Riding Competition

And we all appreciate your stellar work!

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01-22-2015, 09:31 AM

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

We all wish you a speedy recovery.

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01-22-2015, 09:29 AM

consularrider replied to a thread January 2015 Trail Conditions in Road and Trail Conditions

The W&OD between Church St in Vienna and Ohio St in Arlington has some slushy bits, but no real issues for any type of tire if you take your time. I...

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01-22-2015, 09:03 AM

Fast Friendly Guy replied to a thread Freezing Saddles 2015 in Freezing Saddles Winter Riding Competition

Hi everyone just a quick update. This is Fast Friendly Guy, and today I am at the top of the leaderboard for Freezing Scalpels.yep that's right today...

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01-21-2015, 07:47 PM

consularrider replied to a thread January 2015 Trail Conditions in Road and Trail Conditions

Arlington County clears the section from the Custis Trail to EFC Park/Metro, but the NVRP people don't want them to touch the rest of the trail.

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01-20-2015, 11:53 PM

consularrider replied to a thread Missed connection in General Discussion

You: my wallet somewhere between Purcellville and Ashburn. It didn't help retracing my route (other than to add milage). :(

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01-20-2015, 08:08 PM

kwarkentien replied to a thread Alta and 8D Technologies announce new partnership for bikeshare systems in Capital Bikeshare

I like the idea of a universal key. I've considered getting a membership for CitiBike but I haven't had enough annual visits to justify it. But using...

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01-20-2015, 04:34 PM

cvcalhoun replied to a thread Odd website behaviour in Freezing Saddles Winter Riding Competition

I'm having the exact same problem.

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01-19-2015, 09:23 PM

consularrider replied to a thread ◊◊'s Team #9 in Freezing Saddles Winter Riding Competition

I got to the closed Science Club about 6:20. Since I don't have a smart phone, I didn't see the messages about the new location until I got back...

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01-19-2015, 06:29 PM

jongon replied to a thread ◊◊'s Team #9 in Freezing Saddles Winter Riding Competition

Really sorry about this, but I'm running even later than anticipated. I'm not gunna be able to make it. :( I'll make it up to everyone by buying the...

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01-19-2015, 05:46 PM

kwarkentien replied to a thread Post your ride pics in Pictures & Videos

Had a lovely MLK Ride with Consularrider today.

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01-19-2015, 04:58 PM

consularrider replied to a thread ◊◊'s Team #9 in Freezing Saddles Winter Riding Competition

Ok, I'm getting ready to head over from Arlington.

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