Neil_B
05-24-08, 07:46 PM
I understand the Neils On Wheels Bike Touring Team might be in NYC Monday. Look for a fat guy wearing a Bicycle Club of Philadelphia jersey.
Clydesdales/Athenas (200+ lb / 91+ kg) - Neils On Wheels: We'll Take Manhattan
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bdinger
05-24-08, 08:17 PM
NYC!? Sounds fun, what's bringing you to the big apple?
Neil_B
05-24-08, 08:36 PM
NYC!? Sounds fun, what's bringing you to the big apple?
Let's just say it's a trip to experience the Air. :)
Let's just say it's a trip to experience the Air. :)
East Hill
05-24-08, 08:43 PM
Let's just say it's a trip to experience the Air. :)
Sounds like fun! Take photos :) .
East Hill
Sounds like fun! Take photos :) .
East Hill
Neil_B
05-24-08, 09:09 PM
Sounds like fun! Take photos :) .
East Hill
From the last time we were in Manhattan. See if you can spot the Neils.
http://farm3.static.flickr.com/2199/2258780387_e1ed6726ed_b.jpg
East Hill
From the last time we were in Manhattan. See if you can spot the Neils.
http://farm3.static.flickr.com/2199/2258780387_e1ed6726ed_b.jpg
bdinger
05-24-08, 09:20 PM
I think you guys have far too much fun on your rides. Can't say I'm not jealous or anything! :)
I too echo the pictures!
I too echo the pictures!
Mazama
05-25-08, 03:09 AM
Say, "Hi" to Air for me ;)
Air
05-25-08, 05:29 AM
Looks like two other BFers will be tagging along too :)
I just got toe clips and extenders so it'll be a nice shake down ride for those too.
I just got toe clips and extenders so it'll be a nice shake down ride for those too.
adrien
05-25-08, 08:57 AM
...but when will you take Berlin? (one of the best albums there ever was. brining my dad to see him in Montreal)
Fancy a DC ride? I just did a century yesterday and it was awesome
Fancy a DC ride? I just did a century yesterday and it was awesome
Orlando
05-26-08, 07:01 AM
I understand the Neils On Wheels Bike Touring Team might be in NYC Monday. Look for a fat guy wearing a Bicycle Club of Philadelphia jersey.
Well, don't look for him after all.
This morning I had a little accident on the mile ride to the train station from Neil F.'s house. I was in a hurry and apparently didn't fasten a pannier strap securely. So it came undone at 18 MPH and was sucked into the rear wheel. The pannier followed. I skidded to a stop. I remained upright, but the bike is now out of commission. A preliminary account of the damage includes nine spokes knocked out or broken, I don't know how many others loosened or otherwise damaged, the rear wheel seriously out of true, the rear tire shredded, and the rear brakes knocked out of alignment. Other than the shock and some upper body weakness caused by my having to carry the bike a mile, I'm OK.
I'm trying to find a local bike shop open today so I can get repaired and get rolling home. I didn't drive here, but instead did a bike-train commute. Once I know about my travel plans for today, I'll worry about the Pittsburgh-DC tour at the end of the week.
Neil B.
(using an alternate identity because he can't remember his Bike Forums password)
Well, don't look for him after all.
This morning I had a little accident on the mile ride to the train station from Neil F.'s house. I was in a hurry and apparently didn't fasten a pannier strap securely. So it came undone at 18 MPH and was sucked into the rear wheel. The pannier followed. I skidded to a stop. I remained upright, but the bike is now out of commission. A preliminary account of the damage includes nine spokes knocked out or broken, I don't know how many others loosened or otherwise damaged, the rear wheel seriously out of true, the rear tire shredded, and the rear brakes knocked out of alignment. Other than the shock and some upper body weakness caused by my having to carry the bike a mile, I'm OK.
I'm trying to find a local bike shop open today so I can get repaired and get rolling home. I didn't drive here, but instead did a bike-train commute. Once I know about my travel plans for today, I'll worry about the Pittsburgh-DC tour at the end of the week.
Neil B.
(using an alternate identity because he can't remember his Bike Forums password)
Orlando
05-26-08, 07:08 AM
Well, don't look for him after all.
This morning I had a little accident on the mile ride to the train station from Neil F.'s house. I was in a hurry and apparently didn't fasten a pannier strap securely. So it came undone at 18 MPH and was sucked into the rear wheel. The pannier followed. I skidded to a stop. I remained upright, but the bike is now out of commission. A preliminary account of the damage includes nine spokes knocked out or broken, I don't know how many others loosened or otherwise damaged, the rear wheel seriously out of true, the rear tire shredded, and the rear brakes knocked out of alignment. Other than the shock and some upper body weakness caused by my having to carry the bike a mile, I'm OK.
I'm trying to find a local bike shop open today so I can get repaired and get rolling home. I didn't drive here, but instead did a bike-train commute. Once I know about my travel plans for today, I'll worry about the Pittsburgh-DC tour at the end of the week.
Neil B.
(using an alternate identity because he can't remember his Bike Forums password)
Oh, and the rear wheel hub looks crooked as well. It took five minutes to remove the rear wheel.
Neil F. went on to New York, at my urging. Best wishes to Air and the BF peleton riding with him.
Neil B.
This morning I had a little accident on the mile ride to the train station from Neil F.'s house. I was in a hurry and apparently didn't fasten a pannier strap securely. So it came undone at 18 MPH and was sucked into the rear wheel. The pannier followed. I skidded to a stop. I remained upright, but the bike is now out of commission. A preliminary account of the damage includes nine spokes knocked out or broken, I don't know how many others loosened or otherwise damaged, the rear wheel seriously out of true, the rear tire shredded, and the rear brakes knocked out of alignment. Other than the shock and some upper body weakness caused by my having to carry the bike a mile, I'm OK.
I'm trying to find a local bike shop open today so I can get repaired and get rolling home. I didn't drive here, but instead did a bike-train commute. Once I know about my travel plans for today, I'll worry about the Pittsburgh-DC tour at the end of the week.
Neil B.
(using an alternate identity because he can't remember his Bike Forums password)
Oh, and the rear wheel hub looks crooked as well. It took five minutes to remove the rear wheel.
Neil F. went on to New York, at my urging. Best wishes to Air and the BF peleton riding with him.
Neil B.
Orlando
05-26-08, 07:10 AM
...but when will you take Berlin? (one of the best albums there ever was. brining my dad to see him in Montreal)
Fancy a DC ride? I just did a century yesterday and it was awesome
Care to meet us on the C & O in two weeks or so? We should be near or in DC on the 7th and 8th.
Fancy a DC ride? I just did a century yesterday and it was awesome
Care to meet us on the C & O in two weeks or so? We should be near or in DC on the 7th and 8th.
Tom Stormcrowe
05-26-08, 07:39 AM
Sorry to hear, Neil! By the way, you can reset your Password as long as you have access to your email, using the password recovery function.
Neil_B
05-26-08, 08:03 AM
Sorry to hear, Neil! By the way, you can reset your Password as long as you have access to your email, using the password recovery function.
Done.
Done.
Tom Stormcrowe
05-26-08, 08:11 AM
Cool. :D
adrien
05-26-08, 10:30 AM
Care to meet us on the C & O in two weeks or so? We should be near or in DC on the 7th and 8th.
Love to. there's some great stuff near there.
PM me and we'll set something up.:thumb:
Love to. there's some great stuff near there.
PM me and we'll set something up.:thumb:
Air
05-26-08, 12:29 PM
Sorry we missed you Neil!
Had a beautiful day for a ride, nice easy pace up around upper Manhattan and back down. Got to experience Fleet Week firsthand with huge crowds (and ships) on the west side path but otherwise great day. Stevesurf and Henria86 were there too, I'll let Henri post some pics later on today :)
Had a beautiful day for a ride, nice easy pace up around upper Manhattan and back down. Got to experience Fleet Week firsthand with huge crowds (and ships) on the west side path but otherwise great day. Stevesurf and Henria86 were there too, I'll let Henri post some pics later on today :)
Neil_B
05-26-08, 03:34 PM
Well, don't look for him after all.
This morning I had a little accident on the mile ride to the train station from Neil F.'s house. I was in a hurry and apparently didn't fasten a pannier strap securely. So it came undone at 18 MPH and was sucked into the rear wheel. The pannier followed. I skidded to a stop. I remained upright, but the bike is now out of commission. A preliminary account of the damage includes nine spokes knocked out or broken, I don't know how many others loosened or otherwise damaged, the rear wheel seriously out of true, the rear tire shredded, and the rear brakes knocked out of alignment. Other than the shock and some upper body weakness caused by my having to carry the bike a mile, I'm OK.
I'm trying to find a local bike shop open today so I can get repaired and get rolling home. I didn't drive here, but instead did a bike-train commute. Once I know about my travel plans for today, I'll worry about the Pittsburgh-DC tour at the end of the week.
Neil B.
(using an alternate identity because he can't remember his Bike Forums password)
Final costs:
New 32 spoke rear wheel
New 32cm Bontrager hardcase tire
New deraileur hanger
Labor
______________
$183.00
The only part that could be salvaged from the old wheel was the rear hub. It's a pity, since the wheel was only two months old. Meanwhile, there's a lovely skid mark on Central Avenue in Edison that has my name on it.....
This morning I had a little accident on the mile ride to the train station from Neil F.'s house. I was in a hurry and apparently didn't fasten a pannier strap securely. So it came undone at 18 MPH and was sucked into the rear wheel. The pannier followed. I skidded to a stop. I remained upright, but the bike is now out of commission. A preliminary account of the damage includes nine spokes knocked out or broken, I don't know how many others loosened or otherwise damaged, the rear wheel seriously out of true, the rear tire shredded, and the rear brakes knocked out of alignment. Other than the shock and some upper body weakness caused by my having to carry the bike a mile, I'm OK.
I'm trying to find a local bike shop open today so I can get repaired and get rolling home. I didn't drive here, but instead did a bike-train commute. Once I know about my travel plans for today, I'll worry about the Pittsburgh-DC tour at the end of the week.
Neil B.
(using an alternate identity because he can't remember his Bike Forums password)
Final costs:
New 32 spoke rear wheel
New 32cm Bontrager hardcase tire
New deraileur hanger
Labor
______________
$183.00
The only part that could be salvaged from the old wheel was the rear hub. It's a pity, since the wheel was only two months old. Meanwhile, there's a lovely skid mark on Central Avenue in Edison that has my name on it.....
Neil_B
05-26-08, 03:46 PM
Final costs:
New 32 spoke rear wheel
New 32cm Bontrager hardcase tire
New deraileur hanger
Labor
______________
$183.00
The only part that could be salvaged from the old wheel was the rear hub. It's a pity, since the wheel was only two months old. Meanwhile, there's a lovely skid mark on Central Avenue in Edison that has my name on it.....
One last surprise: NJ Transit doesn't allow bikes on trains on holidays. So I'm stuck here overnight, when I get to ride my bike to work.:(
New 32 spoke rear wheel
New 32cm Bontrager hardcase tire
New deraileur hanger
Labor
______________
$183.00
The only part that could be salvaged from the old wheel was the rear hub. It's a pity, since the wheel was only two months old. Meanwhile, there's a lovely skid mark on Central Avenue in Edison that has my name on it.....
One last surprise: NJ Transit doesn't allow bikes on trains on holidays. So I'm stuck here overnight, when I get to ride my bike to work.:(
Air
05-26-08, 04:26 PM
The good news is that's a great deal for $183!
Can't believe they won't let you take a bike on the train - wtf is with that?! Hate NJ Transit :(
Wait - so did Neilfein get lucky then?
Can't believe they won't let you take a bike on the train - wtf is with that?! Hate NJ Transit :(
Wait - so did Neilfein get lucky then?
neilfein
05-26-08, 04:29 PM
The good news is that's a great deal for $183!
Can't believe they won't let you take a bike on the train - wtf is with that?! Hate NJ Transit :(
Wait - so did Neilfein get lucky then?
The policy is no bikes on holidays, presumably because of crowding. The train was pretty empty, so the conductor just said something along the lines of "you really shouldn't...". He was friendly about it, though.
Can't believe they won't let you take a bike on the train - wtf is with that?! Hate NJ Transit :(
Wait - so did Neilfein get lucky then?
The policy is no bikes on holidays, presumably because of crowding. The train was pretty empty, so the conductor just said something along the lines of "you really shouldn't...". He was friendly about it, though.
neilfein
05-26-08, 04:31 PM
Pictures from today's ride in NY:
http://farm4.static.flickr.com/3223/2525047893_ae8b230114.jpg (http://www.flickr.com/photos/neilfein/2525047893/)
http://farm4.static.flickr.com/3177/2525046833_08beb31d35.jpg (http://www.flickr.com/photos/neilfein/2525046833/)
http://farm4.static.flickr.com/3009/2525048891_dc2a294c4d.jpg (http://www.flickr.com/photos/neilfein/2525048891/)
http://farm3.static.flickr.com/2346/2525049941_3d2c97e279.jpg (http://www.flickr.com/photos/neilfein/2525049941/)
a quickr pickr (http://quickrpickr.com) post
http://farm4.static.flickr.com/3223/2525047893_ae8b230114.jpg (http://www.flickr.com/photos/neilfein/2525047893/)
http://farm4.static.flickr.com/3177/2525046833_08beb31d35.jpg (http://www.flickr.com/photos/neilfein/2525046833/)
http://farm4.static.flickr.com/3009/2525048891_dc2a294c4d.jpg (http://www.flickr.com/photos/neilfein/2525048891/)
http://farm3.static.flickr.com/2346/2525049941_3d2c97e279.jpg (http://www.flickr.com/photos/neilfein/2525049941/)
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bautieri
05-26-08, 06:08 PM
Nice pics Neil, I'm sorry to hear about Orlando's continuing troubles. I would try and get in as many miles as possible before your big tour, that way there your spokes have a chance to seat. Then get the wheel retensioned before the tour.
stevesurf
05-26-08, 08:18 PM
Final costs:
New 32 spoke rear wheel
New 32cm Bontrager hardcase tire
New deraileur hanger
Labor
______________
$183.00
The only part that could be salvaged from the old wheel was the rear hub. It's a pity, since the wheel was only two months old. Meanwhile, there's a lovely skid mark on Central Avenue in Edison that has my name on it.....
Neil...we missed you.
Pictures from today's ride in NY:
http://farm4.static.flickr.com/3223/2525047893_ae8b230114.jpg (http://www.flickr.com/photos/neilfein/2525047893/)
http://farm4.static.flickr.com/3177/2525046833_08beb31d35.jpg (http://www.flickr.com/photos/neilfein/2525046833/)
http://farm4.static.flickr.com/3009/2525048891_dc2a294c4d.jpg (http://www.flickr.com/photos/neilfein/2525048891/)
http://farm3.static.flickr.com/2346/2525049941_3d2c97e279.jpg (http://www.flickr.com/photos/neilfein/2525049941/)
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Neil...a fun morning; good to meet ya!
New 32 spoke rear wheel
New 32cm Bontrager hardcase tire
New deraileur hanger
Labor
______________
$183.00
The only part that could be salvaged from the old wheel was the rear hub. It's a pity, since the wheel was only two months old. Meanwhile, there's a lovely skid mark on Central Avenue in Edison that has my name on it.....
Neil...we missed you.
Pictures from today's ride in NY:
http://farm4.static.flickr.com/3223/2525047893_ae8b230114.jpg (http://www.flickr.com/photos/neilfein/2525047893/)
http://farm4.static.flickr.com/3177/2525046833_08beb31d35.jpg (http://www.flickr.com/photos/neilfein/2525046833/)
http://farm4.static.flickr.com/3009/2525048891_dc2a294c4d.jpg (http://www.flickr.com/photos/neilfein/2525048891/)
http://farm3.static.flickr.com/2346/2525049941_3d2c97e279.jpg (http://www.flickr.com/photos/neilfein/2525049941/)
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Neil...a fun morning; good to meet ya!
Neil_B
05-26-08, 11:29 PM
The good news is that's a great deal for $183!
Can't believe they won't let you take a bike on the train - wtf is with that?! Hate NJ Transit :(
Wait - so did Neilfein get lucky then?
I got lucky too, in a sense. I decided to leave last night instead of this morning. The 7:39 train was full, and I couldn't board, but I got in the 8:04. The conductor literally turned a blind eye to me - whenever he passed me he turned his head.
I reached Trenton at 8:43, 30th Street Station in Philadelphia at 9:55, and Norristown by 10:50. Then 20 miles or more of dark bike paths and local roads in the rain. Goodness, I love cycling. :thumb:
Can't believe they won't let you take a bike on the train - wtf is with that?! Hate NJ Transit :(
Wait - so did Neilfein get lucky then?
I got lucky too, in a sense. I decided to leave last night instead of this morning. The 7:39 train was full, and I couldn't board, but I got in the 8:04. The conductor literally turned a blind eye to me - whenever he passed me he turned his head.
I reached Trenton at 8:43, 30th Street Station in Philadelphia at 9:55, and Norristown by 10:50. Then 20 miles or more of dark bike paths and local roads in the rain. Goodness, I love cycling. :thumb:
Neil_B
05-26-08, 11:55 PM
Neil...we missed you.
I missed you guys as well. Sorry!
I missed you guys as well. Sorry!
Neil_B
05-26-08, 11:56 PM
Pictures from today's ride in NY:
http://farm4.static.flickr.com/3223/2525047893_ae8b230114.jpg (http://www.flickr.com/photos/neilfein/2525047893/)
http://farm4.static.flickr.com/3177/2525046833_08beb31d35.jpg (http://www.flickr.com/photos/neilfein/2525046833/)
http://farm4.static.flickr.com/3009/2525048891_dc2a294c4d.jpg (http://www.flickr.com/photos/neilfein/2525048891/)
http://farm3.static.flickr.com/2346/2525049941_3d2c97e279.jpg (http://www.flickr.com/photos/neilfein/2525049941/)
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Who is who in these photos?
http://farm4.static.flickr.com/3223/2525047893_ae8b230114.jpg (http://www.flickr.com/photos/neilfein/2525047893/)
http://farm4.static.flickr.com/3177/2525046833_08beb31d35.jpg (http://www.flickr.com/photos/neilfein/2525046833/)
http://farm4.static.flickr.com/3009/2525048891_dc2a294c4d.jpg (http://www.flickr.com/photos/neilfein/2525048891/)
http://farm3.static.flickr.com/2346/2525049941_3d2c97e279.jpg (http://www.flickr.com/photos/neilfein/2525049941/)
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Who is who in these photos?
Neil_B
05-26-08, 11:57 PM
Nice pics Neil, I'm sorry to hear about Orlando's continuing troubles. I would try and get in as many miles as possible before your big tour, that way there your spokes have a chance to seat. Then get the wheel retensioned before the tour.
Will do.
Will do.
Air
05-27-08, 05:17 AM
Blue and white jersey - Henria86
Dark Jersey - Stevesurf
Red shirt - some guy on riding the opposite way stopping at the same spot
Bright green jersey - Air
In the middle picture with the field behind us in the distance are the two Yankee Stadiums, one is the old one and the other is being built.
Dark Jersey - Stevesurf
Red shirt - some guy on riding the opposite way stopping at the same spot
Bright green jersey - Air
In the middle picture with the field behind us in the distance are the two Yankee Stadiums, one is the old one and the other is being built.
Neil_B
05-27-08, 05:33 AM
Blue and white jersey - Henria86
Dark Jersey - Stevesurf
Red shirt - some guy on riding the opposite way stopping at the same spot
Bright green jersey - Air
In the middle picture with the field behind us in the distance are the two Yankee Stadiums, one is the old one and the other is being built.
I'm a Mets fan. I don't care for the Yankee stadiums. :)
I thought you were the big guy in the sleeveless jersey. Did the pedal extenders make a difference for you on this ride? You might still have some soreness. I know I did until I adjusted to having my knees work in the 'proper' up and down motion.
Dark Jersey - Stevesurf
Red shirt - some guy on riding the opposite way stopping at the same spot
Bright green jersey - Air
In the middle picture with the field behind us in the distance are the two Yankee Stadiums, one is the old one and the other is being built.
I'm a Mets fan. I don't care for the Yankee stadiums. :)
I thought you were the big guy in the sleeveless jersey. Did the pedal extenders make a difference for you on this ride? You might still have some soreness. I know I did until I adjusted to having my knees work in the 'proper' up and down motion.
Air
05-27-08, 05:46 AM
They helped a little - no soreness but my knee was letting me know it was there a little, though this was a bit more centralized on the sides (so that's IT band issues). I concentrated on keeping my knees straight but apparently by outside observation failed. I thought it would be a good idea to give the extenders a try then put on the toe clips so that'll be the next step - hopefully will help me keep them straighter.
Strange I never had an issue before the first mile of last Sunday's ride...that's what's bugging me the most!
Strange I never had an issue before the first mile of last Sunday's ride...that's what's bugging me the most!
Neil_B
05-27-08, 06:03 AM
They helped a little - no soreness but my knee was letting me know it was there a little, though this was a bit more centralized on the sides (so that's IT band issues). I concentrated on keeping my knees straight but apparently by outside observation failed. I thought it would be a good idea to give the extenders a try then put on the toe clips so that'll be the next step - hopefully will help me keep them straighter.
Strange I never had an issue before the first mile of last Sunday's ride...that's what's bugging me the most!
It's a problem that builds up slowly. I rode 1000 miles before I had the knee problem show up.
Strange I never had an issue before the first mile of last Sunday's ride...that's what's bugging me the most!
It's a problem that builds up slowly. I rode 1000 miles before I had the knee problem show up.
Air
05-27-08, 06:33 AM
Ugh. Well hopefully I can nip this one in the bud quickly!
Neil_B
05-27-08, 06:39 AM
Ugh. Well hopefully I can nip this one in the bud quickly!
It will be a couple of weeks before the knee recovers. If you are lucky, there is no permanent damage. I'm not lucky, as I am reminded of every time it rains. :(
It will be a couple of weeks before the knee recovers. If you are lucky, there is no permanent damage. I'm not lucky, as I am reminded of every time it rains. :(
Neil_B
05-27-08, 07:01 AM
Well, don't look for him after all.
This morning I had a little accident on the mile ride to the train station from Neil F.'s house. I was in a hurry and apparently didn't fasten a pannier strap securely. So it came undone at 18 MPH and was sucked into the rear wheel. The pannier followed. I skidded to a stop. I remained upright, but the bike is now out of commission. A preliminary account of the damage includes nine spokes knocked out or broken, I don't know how many others loosened or otherwise damaged, the rear wheel seriously out of true, the rear tire shredded, and the rear brakes knocked out of alignment. Other than the shock and some upper body weakness caused by my having to carry the bike a mile, I'm OK.
I'm trying to find a local bike shop open today so I can get repaired and get rolling home. I didn't drive here, but instead did a bike-train commute. Once I know about my travel plans for today, I'll worry about the Pittsburgh-DC tour at the end of the week.
Neil B.
(using an alternate identity because he can't remember his Bike Forums password)
Let me plug Neil F.'s local bike shop. I was lucky Highland Park Cyclery was open, and my thanks to them for doing emergency work to fix the bike. Since I'd traveled 100 miles by bike and train, I would have been stranded otherwise.
This morning I had a little accident on the mile ride to the train station from Neil F.'s house. I was in a hurry and apparently didn't fasten a pannier strap securely. So it came undone at 18 MPH and was sucked into the rear wheel. The pannier followed. I skidded to a stop. I remained upright, but the bike is now out of commission. A preliminary account of the damage includes nine spokes knocked out or broken, I don't know how many others loosened or otherwise damaged, the rear wheel seriously out of true, the rear tire shredded, and the rear brakes knocked out of alignment. Other than the shock and some upper body weakness caused by my having to carry the bike a mile, I'm OK.
I'm trying to find a local bike shop open today so I can get repaired and get rolling home. I didn't drive here, but instead did a bike-train commute. Once I know about my travel plans for today, I'll worry about the Pittsburgh-DC tour at the end of the week.
Neil B.
(using an alternate identity because he can't remember his Bike Forums password)
Let me plug Neil F.'s local bike shop. I was lucky Highland Park Cyclery was open, and my thanks to them for doing emergency work to fix the bike. Since I'd traveled 100 miles by bike and train, I would have been stranded otherwise.