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Yesterday, 09:54 AM

ian74 replied to a thread I love my commute from Bethesda to DC now, but what happens in the fall/winter? in Commuters

Cool bike! I hope you have lots of fun on it! You lucky dog.

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Yesterday, 08:43 AM

ian74 replied to a thread I love my commute from Bethesda to DC now, but what happens in the fall/winter? in Commuters

Whoah. How did I miss this. Where are all the pretty pictures?

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Yesterday, 08:17 AM

ian74 replied to a thread My Morning Commute in Commuters

Camera adds 10 pounds

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07-19-2017, 10:12 AM

anomad replied to a thread Example analysis of how to place new bike lanes and bikeshare stations in Capital Bikeshare

I haven't done a scientific study or anything, but GIS geeks seem to like bicycles. Or maybe bicycle geeks seem to like GIS?

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07-17-2017, 03:56 PM

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

Just narrow enough to keep strollers off the path.

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07-17-2017, 01:45 PM

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

Sounds like a good job for a backhoe.

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07-17-2017, 09:01 AM

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

Just got a note back that they've cleaned up this morning.

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07-17-2017, 06:51 AM

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

The intentionally broken glass on the bridge by DCA and ramp at Gravelly Point was present this morning. Corona this time ;) I emailed NPS. ...

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07-12-2017, 03:53 PM

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

Seems like there's a rash of newbs on the trail too. TdF fever maybe?

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07-12-2017, 09:23 AM

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

You'll be in good company on the CCT. I can't speak to that route specifically regarding personal safety concerns, but I am sure some of the regulars...

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07-10-2017, 02:42 PM

ian74 replied to a thread Your latest bike purchase? in Bikes & Equipment

Show me your invalid attachment!

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07-07-2017, 07:52 PM

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

You don't want your feet coming out in a sprint...

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07-05-2017, 08:53 AM

anomad replied to a thread My Morning Commute in Commuters

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07-04-2017, 08:49 PM

anomad replied to a thread Local welding/brazing in Maintenance

Paging forum member Vicegrip to the white courtesy phone. Mr. Vicegrip to the white courtesy phone please.

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06-30-2017, 06:04 PM

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

I like these a lot for MTB. But I don't think they make them any longer.

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06-28-2017, 07:47 PM

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

I ran double straps back in the day... :)

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06-28-2017, 07:34 PM

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

I'll repeat what jrenaut says here pretty much. I use clipless pedals on virtually every ride. However, don't rush into it if you don't want to. Its...

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06-27-2017, 02:39 PM

ian74 replied to a thread June 2017 Road & Trail Conditions in Road and Trail Conditions

As of this early this morning, a fence was erected across the segment of the rock creek trail that passes through the volleyball courts by the...

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06-26-2017, 05:03 PM

anomad replied to a thread June 2017 Road & Trail Conditions in Road and Trail Conditions

I just took a tour of the Blue Plains wastewater treatment plant and heard all about that. Let's just say lordofthemark knows his shit. So to speak. ...

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06-25-2017, 07:22 AM

anomad replied to a thread How to remove front wheel of Specialized Sirrus in Bikes & Equipment

Welcome aboard! Taking your wheels on and off is a basic skill you will want to learn. I'll echo what Judd said. But if you're handy with fixing...

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06-24-2017, 04:53 PM

anomad replied to a thread Drive train dilemmas in Bikes & Equipment

If I do a specific DC commuter build I will probably look at an internal geared hub. But I am well set right now for bikes. I might sell a couple,...

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06-24-2017, 09:49 AM

anomad replied to a thread Drive train dilemmas in Bikes & Equipment

Huh. I just looked at an overseas dealer that ships to the states and they sell the 11 and 8 speed Alfine hub for 53 dollars. I know its "only" 11...

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06-23-2017, 12:22 PM

anomad replied to a thread Drive train dilemmas in Bikes & Equipment

The Shimano and sram hubs are interesting. I could never justify spending for the rohloff. It costs almost as much as any 2 of my bikes.

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06-22-2017, 07:36 PM

anomad replied to a thread Drive train dilemmas in Bikes & Equipment

hozn and I had a discussion about drivetrains just yesterday. In fact, I showed him I have a larger third chainring that I never ever use (except on...

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06-22-2017, 07:12 PM

anomad replied to a thread anomad's commuting adventures in Commuters

The one that was happily flying along and found itself inside my sweaty jersey popped me 4 or 5 times before I squashed it. I prefer the grab and...

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