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Forum: Advocacy & Safety
06-27-16, 07:42 PM
Replies: 294
Views: 20,112
Posted By dark_energy

Each time somethings been thrown at me from a...

Each time somethings been thrown at me from a moving vehicle, it has been from a pickup truck.
Each time the pickup truck has been driven by a male driver. :crash:
Forum: Classic & Vintage
01-01-13, 07:09 PM
Replies: 629
Views: 50,846
Posted By dark_energy

+1, Unbroken is a great read. The author, Laura...

+1, Unbroken is a great read. The author, Laura Hillenbrand is superb.

I just finished, Take the Cannoli by Sarah Vowell.
Forum: Commuting
10-24-12, 07:40 PM
Replies: 24
Views: 1,198
Posted By dark_energy

You could wear those pants with the mirror eagle...

You could wear those pants with the mirror eagle tee shirt ($350) and look pretty spiffy on a fixie. :)

I think that site is real, and not a spoof.:(
Forum: Clydesdales/Athenas (200+ lb / 91+ kg)
09-29-12, 09:45 AM
Replies: 1,105
Views: 71,893
Posted By dark_energy

That's a great goal and good luck to you, Nerys. ...

That's a great goal and good luck to you, Nerys.

Here's a tip for you, the food industries are not your friend. Try as hard as you can to NOT order out. It's difficult and takes planning. When...
Forum: Road Cycling
09-24-12, 09:40 PM
Replies: 104
Views: 7,701
Posted By dark_energy

I can recommend Gary Taubes other book, Why we...

I can recommend Gary Taubes other book, Why we get Fat, and what to do about it.
http://www.amazon.com/Why-We-Get-Fat-About/dp/0307474259/ref=la_B0034P66MY_1_1?ie=UTF8&qid=1348543771&sr=1-1

Do...
Forum: Advocacy & Safety
09-12-12, 06:14 PM
Replies: 69
Views: 3,458
Posted By dark_energy

I added the Crane bell this year and like it. MUP...

I added the Crane bell this year and like it. MUP people seem to like hearing it. But I think dogs seem to think the sound is kind of nice and are curious about it. We have lots of dog walkers where...
Forum: Clydesdales/Athenas (200+ lb / 91+ kg)
08-25-12, 05:35 AM
Replies: 44
Views: 1,766
Posted By dark_energy

Thanks to the OP, this thread has some good...

Thanks to the OP, this thread has some good ideas. l don't subscribe to any of the popular diets. But I am always looking for new ideas, specifically low-glycemic-index tips and recipes.

& My wife...
Forum: Electronics, Lighting, & Gadgets
08-22-12, 05:59 PM
Replies: 38
Views: 3,260
Posted By dark_energy

Thanks for the tip, I'm going to get one of those...

Thanks for the tip, I'm going to get one of those for being on my commuters seat post. Then I'll have three red blinkies going off behind me. All my Dealextreme purchases have been very good value....
Forum: Advocacy & Safety
08-22-12, 04:41 AM
Replies: 23
Views: 11,223
Posted By dark_energy

Indiana - Yes. ...

Indiana - Yes.
http://www.in.gov/legislative/ic/2010/title9/ar21/ch11.html
Forum: Commuting
07-29-12, 10:26 PM
Replies: 20
Views: 1,046
Posted By dark_energy

Thanks for that post, I've needed a bike specific...

Thanks for that post, I've needed a bike specific jacket. And that looks like a good one.

A few weeks ago I was looking at this jacket by Endura, it's really nice but pretty pricey. Has anybody...
Forum: Tandem Cycling
07-23-12, 09:19 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 827
Posted By dark_energy

I bet Marsha is glad you two rolled by!

I bet Marsha is glad you two rolled by!
Forum: Training & Nutrition
07-16-12, 09:21 PM
Replies: 39
Views: 2,095
Posted By dark_energy

Kudo's to you for trying to get healthier. You've...

Kudo's to you for trying to get healthier. You've made a start. All diets and starving yourself are bogus, that just makes you hungrier and craving. If I was you would try to cycle another time...
Forum: Adaptive Cycling: Handcycles, Amputee Adaptation, Visual Impairment, and Other Needs
07-15-12, 01:46 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 1,602
Posted By dark_energy

You can't go wrong with that Specialized model....

You can't go wrong with that Specialized model. We were looking at that one, when I last visited the local bike shop.
Hey, I thought the Jamis Coda Sport, was a great bike for about the same monies.
Forum: Hybrid Bicycles
07-08-12, 08:39 PM
Replies: 84
Views: 7,512
Posted By dark_energy

So true, never a nod or a wave.:) ...

So true, never a nod or a wave.:)



That's my experience on the paths and streets I ride. Couples are very are chatty, probably because they've been carrying on conversation throughout their...
Forum: Road Cycling
07-08-12, 07:19 PM
Replies: 52
Views: 3,805
Posted By dark_energy

I've been wearing and liking these during the...

I've been wearing and liking these during the heat wave.
http://www.rivbike.com/product-p/ag1.htm
Forum: Living Car Free
05-28-12, 06:07 AM
Replies: 34
Views: 3,834
Posted By dark_energy

Yeah, me too. I've stared back incredulous at...

Yeah, me too. I've stared back incredulous at drivers, and they won't look you in the eye. They know they're wrong. I've never gestured or yelled at them, yet anyway.
Forum: Commuting
05-26-12, 08:40 AM
Replies: 82
Views: 5,115
Posted By dark_energy

Agreed. For me it's situational. In my work...

Agreed. For me it's situational. In my work commute I will take the lane, run on the shoulder, sail down a bike path, and in those trouble spots ride carefully on the sidewalk.
Forum: Classic & Vintage
05-20-12, 05:15 PM
Replies: 629
Views: 50,846
Posted By dark_energy

Overthrow by Stephen Kinzer, just leaves you...

Overthrow by Stephen Kinzer, just leaves you shaking your head.

The Hawaiian monarchy, Cuba, Puerto Rico, the Philippines, Nicaragua, Honduras, Iran, Guatemala, South Vietnam, Chile, Grenada,...
Forum: Road Cycling
05-20-12, 10:08 AM
Replies: 34
Views: 2,274
Posted By dark_energy

Over the past couple weeks I've been trying...

Over the past couple weeks I've been trying different pedals for my commuter bike. I must say that I love the MKS Grip king platform pedals. (http://www.rivbike.com/product-p/pe1.htm) This morning...
Forum: Singlespeed & Fixed Gear
02-02-12, 07:22 PM
Replies: 115
Views: 5,711
Posted By dark_energy

Simon Winchester's - The Map that changed the...

Simon Winchester's - The Map that changed the World: William Smith and the birth of modern Geology.
235906
Forum: "The 33"-Road Bike Racing
01-19-12, 07:48 PM
Replies: 2,197
Views: 346,525
Posted By dark_energy

From the 60's, The Beatles - Revolver (on vinyl) ...

From the 60's, The Beatles - Revolver (on vinyl)
from the Oh-Oh's, The Decemberists - The Crane Wife
Forum: Commuting
01-16-12, 07:40 PM
Replies: 78
Views: 74,068
Posted By dark_energy

Yes, I would join the others in telling the...

Yes, I would join the others in telling the original poster that 12 miles is a nice distance for a commute. My routes are 10 miles going to work and 12 miles coming home. I ride a mountain bike, and...
Forum: Clydesdales/Athenas (200+ lb / 91+ kg)
01-09-12, 08:30 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 601
Posted By dark_energy

McDonalds doesn't have a good batting average for...

McDonalds doesn't have a good batting average for me either. I do McD for breakfast about once a week, at least once a month they mess up my order.

I didn't eat well yesterday morning, went on my...
Forum: Commuting
01-09-12, 05:01 PM
Replies: 75
Views: 11,460
Posted By dark_energy

I concur, and the jogalite bands have enough...

I concur, and the jogalite bands have enough velcro stay secure, I use the one on my right pants leg always.
http://www.jogalite.com/index.cfm?fuseaction=home.productone&product=54
Forum: Advocacy & Safety
01-08-12, 09:34 AM
Replies: 39
Views: 1,994
Posted By dark_energy

That Department of Public Safety Trooper makes an...

That Department of Public Safety Trooper makes an asinine statement. He is basically saying that riders need to ride as far right as possible. He is putting the onus on cyclists. Clearly, here the...
Forum: Clydesdales/Athenas (200+ lb / 91+ kg)
12-26-11, 02:49 PM
Replies: 32
Views: 1,292
Posted By dark_energy

I've had a couple nice rices in the sunny 30's....

I've had a couple nice rices in the sunny 30's. If you dress right, it's downright comfortable riding this time of year.

I don't yet have cycling gloves with fingers, so I've worn clear latex...
Forum: Living Car Free
12-26-11, 06:42 AM
Replies: 100
Views: 4,646
Posted By dark_energy

I'm enjoying following this thread. ...

I'm enjoying following this thread.

Tractorlegs, sad but true, that's the state of things in our old USA.:(

Rona, Netherlands is moving higher up my list of countries I want to visit.:)
Forum: Road Cycling
11-13-11, 09:21 AM
Replies: 45
Views: 2,308
Posted By dark_energy

I feel like I need to take advantage of every day...

I feel like I need to take advantage of every day that I am off from work, and that the weather is not really bad (I don't ride in the rain). Smack dab in the middle of my ride is a 3 mile stretch...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
10-21-11, 09:09 PM
Replies: 56
Views: 3,446
Posted By dark_energy

Same for me. Except, sometimes if I have a...

Same for me.

Except, sometimes if I have a line of cars in back of me, I go down to the second chainring if I want to really tear out.:)
Forum: Commuting
10-21-11, 08:58 PM
Replies: 52
Views: 3,093
Posted By dark_energy

Front lights, I set them to be in flashing mode...

Front lights, I set them to be in flashing mode only when in a street with lots of light (streelights, store fronts, signs), I can see well, I am pretty visible, but want to attract extra attention....
Forum: Clydesdales/Athenas (200+ lb / 91+ kg)
10-19-11, 07:32 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 429
Posted By dark_energy

Congratulations Mymojo, hope you have a blast...

Congratulations Mymojo, hope you have a blast riding and continue with your health improvements!
Forum: Advocacy & Safety
10-18-11, 06:43 PM
Replies: 14
Views: 1,210
Posted By dark_energy

That is real cool. I want a high rez, print out....

That is real cool. I want a high rez, print out. To frame and put by my desk.
Forum: Commuting
10-16-11, 08:34 AM
Replies: 27
Views: 2,038
Posted By dark_energy

That's a sorry ad, by a sorry ass company. Is the...

That's a sorry ad, by a sorry ass company. Is the government bailed out, GM even making a profit yet?
Forum: Fifty Plus (50+)
10-07-11, 05:24 AM
Replies: 56
Views: 2,375
Posted By dark_energy

Sounds like fun, I've been thinking I'd like to...

Sounds like fun, I've been thinking I'd like to try the Hilly Hundred one year. A rare weekend working (to get some overtime $) will keep me indoors during the days.
Forum: Recreational & Family
10-03-11, 09:16 PM
Replies: 14
Views: 2,651
Posted By dark_energy

That's a damn tough young lady! I wish her a full...

That's a damn tough young lady! I wish her a full and speedy recovery.
I broke my left radius last year. My crash was caused by bad/uneven pavement, on a street I was not familiar.
Forum: Singlespeed & Fixed Gear
09-28-11, 07:02 PM
Replies: 2,049
Views: 163,632
Posted By dark_energy

My everyday house beer is a German pilsner...

My everyday house beer is a German pilsner Wernesgrüner (that I get from Aldi's :))

I think that Strongbow hard cider is the true nectar of the gods.:love:
I didn't see this one mentioned, I love...
Forum: Living Car Free
09-27-11, 07:59 PM
Replies: 39
Views: 5,192
Posted By dark_energy

My wife and I made a baby step to going Car-lite...

My wife and I made a baby step to going Car-lite by having just one car now.
I have a Trek mountain bike that I use for fun and started commuting to work on it. I have a Specialized hybrid bike I...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
09-27-11, 07:40 PM
Replies: 42
Views: 2,008
Posted By dark_energy

A) Trek mountain bike that is my favorite bike...

A) Trek mountain bike that is my favorite bike ever.
B) Specialized Crossroads hybrid (from the early 90's). I am going to put a rear rack and fenders on it and make that bike my dedicated commuter...
Forum: Commuting
09-25-11, 08:08 PM
Replies: 29
Views: 2,000
Posted By dark_energy

Sounds to me like you are ready to give it go....

Sounds to me like you are ready to give it go. Have you thought of tackling your commute, and that hill, on a weekend morning as a trial? Are you good with head light now that it is dark later or...
Forum: Introductions
09-25-11, 07:01 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 216
Posted By dark_energy

Greetings from Plainfield, IN

Hi, I'm looking forward to being on Bike Forums, it looks to be a great resource and fun community.

I just dipped my toe into bike commuting to work this past Summer, with an eye towards...
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