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Forum: Living Car Free
08-01-15, 09:01 AM
Replies: 105
Views: 4,566
Posted By chubbyhubs

Michka is standing on sound logic when discussing...

Michka is standing on sound logic when discussing the merits of research and completing a needs assessment for the current resources available. I will say from my perspective it is the dispersal of...
Forum: Living Car Free
07-30-15, 10:09 AM
Replies: 54
Views: 3,288
Posted By chubbyhubs

I only got a license when my wife told me I had...

I only got a license when my wife told me I had to get before the wedding and that was 16 years ago, and at 30. When my truck got rear ended and totaled I chose not to replace. that was in 2007.
Forum: Living Car Free
07-29-15, 11:06 PM
Replies: 24
Views: 1,298
Posted By chubbyhubs

Have used both outlier and nashbar for school,...

Have used both outlier and nashbar for school, groceries, camera gear, and other odd objects. Outlier makes a set of classic rollers which are oversized to accommodate odd shapes. Usually just use...
Forum: Touring
07-27-15, 06:02 PM
Replies: 21
Views: 1,697
Posted By chubbyhubs

Just in case others want to know. The pass is...

Just in case others want to know. The pass is sold through REI ad is where I got mine.
Forum: Touring
07-26-15, 10:05 PM
Replies: 98
Views: 13,713
Posted By chubbyhubs

I went with disc. I'm very happy with them and...

I went with disc. I'm very happy with them and will not return to rim brakes.
Forum: Living Car Free
07-26-15, 09:54 PM
Replies: 17
Views: 989
Posted By chubbyhubs

Blew up at another cyclist today for buzzing my...

Blew up at another cyclist today for buzzing my dog while passing between us, walking, and another cyclist who was parallel. Too many people using bikes not to use rules of the road on the multi use...
Forum: Living Car Free
07-26-15, 09:43 PM
Replies: 105
Views: 4,566
Posted By chubbyhubs

Well wanderlust is one element which helped...

Well wanderlust is one element which helped create the world. For my part I'm looking at some ways to generate income. the income doesn't need to be large. Just something to offset expenditures....
Forum: Living Car Free
07-25-15, 02:01 PM
Replies: 105
Views: 4,566
Posted By chubbyhubs

I found the facilities nice since they reflected...

I found the facilities nice since they reflected what other sites had developed. On the other hand there is nothing better then walking in the wilderness without burden of modern tools. While maybe...
Forum: Living Car Free
07-25-15, 12:29 AM
Replies: 105
Views: 4,566
Posted By chubbyhubs

no WiFi, my phone had WiFi. Additionally WiFi is...

no WiFi, my phone had WiFi. Additionally WiFi is nice to have but not always required just to get something accomplished. While it is nice for transporting information, on the other hand I have a cam...
Forum: Living Car Free
07-24-15, 09:43 AM
Replies: 105
Views: 4,566
Posted By chubbyhubs

The digital market place has also outdated the...

The digital market place has also outdated the need to work and live in proximity to each other, for those who wish too. I was just surprised since i'd not seen it before.

I enjoyed working on my...
Forum: Living Car Free
07-23-15, 09:24 AM
Replies: 105
Views: 4,566
Posted By chubbyhubs

State Park Amenities

Just returned from a shake down ride for an coming trip. I've never really been into using the State facilities at parks since they attract the people I need a rest from. Well I decided to change...
Forum: Living Car Free
07-18-15, 09:19 AM
Replies: 28
Views: 1,958
Posted By chubbyhubs

Proud in the transportation mode no. For...

Proud in the transportation mode no.

For me being carfree is just a better fit with my over all life style.

When I drive I rarely think about how or what I am going to do. So cycling...
Forum: Living Car Free
07-17-15, 07:10 PM
Replies: 51
Views: 3,298
Posted By chubbyhubs

I have ridden the bus most on my life and only...

I have ridden the bus most on my life and only obtained a DL in 2000.
There use to be this guy I had on a regular route who would yell shut up. When a baby started to cry. Like parents have control...
Forum: Touring
07-17-15, 03:40 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 959
Posted By chubbyhubs

Not the surface But I have the yoga 2 by...

Not the surface

But I have the yoga 2 by lonovo with blue tooth key board and win8. Runs about fifteen hours unless I am using it to run video or something. On this up coming tour I am planning on...
Forum: Touring
07-17-15, 03:35 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 776
Posted By chubbyhubs

thanks for the suggestions, especially since I...

thanks for the suggestions, especially since I had not thought of the reflectors.

the dog plus trailer is around a hundred so I'm not planning on putting much else in there.

Heres my bike...
Forum: Touring
07-17-15, 03:28 PM
Replies: 19
Views: 1,017
Posted By chubbyhubs

I just did a shake down night last weekend, and...

I just did a shake down night last weekend, and this was my bike with out trailer.
465072

Also includes tripod, and camera gear. But did not have my tent, which will be on rear rack.
Forum: Touring
07-17-15, 03:23 PM
Replies: 21
Views: 1,697
Posted By chubbyhubs

While I use both state and federal parks. The...

While I use both state and federal parks. The pass also works for BLM lands also. Which being out west there are a lot of Forest Service roads. But I already purchased it so its good for the year.
Forum: Touring
07-16-15, 12:53 PM
Replies: 16
Views: 1,107
Posted By chubbyhubs

I was just going to link Ride Oregon. I'm doing...

I was just going to link Ride Oregon. I'm doing the Willamette Valley route starting next month. Maybe throw a dart and let fate be your guide, their all gentle.
Forum: Touring
07-16-15, 12:49 PM
Replies: 21
Views: 1,697
Posted By chubbyhubs

Yup the pass is the same cost regardless how you...

Yup the pass is the same cost regardless how you arrive. I also read online where people where able to negotiate on a per basis to use the pass with a family in your case. I just don't have...
Forum: Touring
07-16-15, 12:39 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 776
Posted By chubbyhubs

Reasonable amount of lights for trailer.

Hello

I am in the process of completing an enclosed trailer for my service animal. While I can relax on the road, and my dog's good for thirty miles. I am starting to add a lot of lights,...
Forum: Touring
07-16-15, 12:03 PM
Replies: 21
Views: 1,697
Posted By chubbyhubs

I've only been to CL once, but in a car. I read...

I've only been to CL once, but in a car. I read about the bikes, and was looking at the pass as a recreation/entertainment expense for tour rather than for lodging. My friend has the one for people...
Forum: Living Car Free
07-16-15, 11:56 AM
Replies: 8
Views: 638
Posted By chubbyhubs

Dang I bet you got some big jewellery in Austin....

Dang I bet you got some big jewellery in Austin. But for a step from 8g to 6g I went with the range we don't talk about.
Forum: Living Car Free
07-16-15, 02:43 AM
Replies: 180
Views: 9,293
Posted By chubbyhubs

From reading the article I think from a car free...

From reading the article I think from a car free perspective we focused on the distance rather than what is actually available. So if your choices are reduced to buying a meal of dead food, or...
Forum: Touring
07-15-15, 07:30 PM
Replies: 46
Views: 3,899
Posted By chubbyhubs

I say gender aside, do it. I know your a female,...

I say gender aside, do it. I know your a female, but you want to go on your bike. That way when you go have fun and nothing strange happens like in the movie's you can relax and have a stroy to tell...
Forum: Living Car Free
07-15-15, 07:12 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 638
Posted By chubbyhubs

I can only afford stainless. Yes this was a...

I can only afford stainless.

Yes this was a serious issue. I live in Portland in an area which is called felony flats, and they don't have no Jewellery stores here.
Forum: Living Car Free
07-15-15, 04:45 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 638
Posted By chubbyhubs

Jewellery Desert in Portland OR

While reading the thread about food deserts, and since it started to make me hungry. I started to think how I live in a jewellery desert, and will have to travel several miles carfree to replace my...
Forum: Touring
07-15-15, 02:55 PM
Replies: 21
Views: 1,697
Posted By chubbyhubs

Thanks for you. Sounds like I am getting the...

Thanks for you.

Sounds like I am getting the one for the average joe, which is 80 bucks per year. I'll assume it is still a decent deal even if not 10 for the rest of my life.
Forum: Living Car Free
07-15-15, 01:52 PM
Replies: 180
Views: 9,293
Posted By chubbyhubs

Thanks, I really enjoyed the article. I also...

Thanks, I really enjoyed the article.
I also can relate to the newcomers join with the natives. Here in Portland it has seemed more like a hostile take over. Which is funny since people moved here...
Forum: Living Car Free
07-15-15, 01:47 PM
Replies: 180
Views: 9,293
Posted By chubbyhubs

I guess when I say Portland, it is from the...

I guess when I say Portland, it is from the perspective of someone born and raised here. So the home town I remember has become nothing more than another play ground for the capitalist. Really though...
Forum: Touring
07-15-15, 11:23 AM
Replies: 21
Views: 1,697
Posted By chubbyhubs

America the Beatiful, the pass

Hello

I am in the process of preparing for an extended tour through the United States and am wondering if anyone has used the America the Beautiful recreation pass while on tour. The reason I have...
Forum: Living Car Free
07-15-15, 11:12 AM
Replies: 180
Views: 9,293
Posted By chubbyhubs

Well I can remember the Portland of the 90's and...

Well I can remember the Portland of the 90's and through my research have identified that Detroit, like Portland then, has the potential for Urban Renewal. Portland has also started to stagnant in...
Forum: Living Car Free
07-14-15, 06:46 PM
Replies: 180
Views: 9,293
Posted By chubbyhubs

Another perspective which has not been discussed,...

Another perspective which has not been discussed, is when you live within a mile of one brand, but choose to travel twice the distance to a brand you would rather support. Even though I am .6 of a...
Forum: Living Car Free
07-13-15, 12:17 AM
Replies: 18
Views: 834
Posted By chubbyhubs

I celebrated by riding my bike to the fireworks...

I celebrated by riding my bike to the fireworks show in the next town.
Forum: Touring
07-12-15, 07:15 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 787
Posted By chubbyhubs

I just picked up a set of day trekkers...

I just picked up a set of day trekkers (http://www.nashbar.com/bikes/Product_10053_10052_563350_-1___204669) from nashbar and am happy with them.

They also have the strap on top which held my...
Forum: Living Car Free
07-03-15, 01:09 AM
Replies: 11
Views: 1,288
Posted By chubbyhubs

The first thing I would thing of is "reflector...

The first thing I would thing of is "reflector tape". Was in day time by chance? See in Portland at some of the events during pedalpolooza.
Forum: Living Car Free
07-03-15, 01:05 AM
Replies: 105
Views: 4,141
Posted By chubbyhubs

I think it will be a nice idea, but someone is...

I think it will be a nice idea, but someone is going to figure out how to rig the system when forced to comply. The scary thing is if the government uses it as a means to remove cars that do not...
Forum: Living Car Free
07-01-15, 03:38 PM
Replies: 25
Views: 1,935
Posted By chubbyhubs

I'm in the same predicament my self so will...

I'm in the same predicament my self so will follow your thread.

One thought I am having is to request the property allow me a storage container if the unit comes with a parking space. I have also...
Forum: Living Car Free
07-01-15, 03:26 PM
Replies: 82
Views: 3,843
Posted By chubbyhubs

:rolleyes::saweeet: Just to add

:rolleyes::saweeet:

Just to add
Forum: Touring
07-01-15, 12:06 PM
Replies: 46
Views: 3,454
Posted By chubbyhubs

I should have known that coffee would be like a...

I should have known that coffee would be like a saddle conversation.:rolleyes:
Forum: Touring
06-30-15, 05:13 PM
Replies: 46
Views: 3,454
Posted By chubbyhubs

While I'm not a snob about coffee. I just truly...

While I'm not a snob about coffee. I just truly enjoy a nice cup of unadulterated coffee and time to play ball with my dog in the mornings.

Since I never leave home with out the hydro flask. I am...
Forum: Touring
06-30-15, 11:32 AM
Replies: 46
Views: 3,454
Posted By chubbyhubs

Thanks for the responses. I've seen the star...

Thanks for the responses.
I've seen the star bucks stuff and could do that as an emergency. I have a travel cup/press...
Forum: Touring
06-30-15, 10:07 AM
Replies: 46
Views: 3,454
Posted By chubbyhubs

Coffee and the process.

Hello

I am in the process of narrowing down items from a list which quickly goes to excess. Coffee is a serious subject for me and I enjoy at least two cups a day. I have always taken along an...
Forum: Touring
06-30-15, 12:59 AM
Replies: 84
Views: 7,382
Posted By chubbyhubs

On the other hand this thread did saved me from...

On the other hand this thread did saved me from posting a question on weight, so it was a fortunate thing for me.
Forum: Touring
06-28-15, 11:55 PM
Replies: 84
Views: 7,382
Posted By chubbyhubs

Thank you ;) for a nice rule of thumb :thumb:

Thank you ;) for a nice rule of thumb :thumb:
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
05-31-15, 07:10 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 821
Posted By chubbyhubs

Like they've already said change the tires. I...

Like they've already said change the tires. I like 1.5 hybrid tires which allows for versatility. Bar ends add further options for the hands. Use the mtb so you really know what you what in a bike...
Forum: Training & Nutrition
05-30-15, 06:57 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 1,768
Posted By chubbyhubs

I really like to use the fruit wedge candies in...

I really like to use the fruit wedge candies in orange flavor over available alternatives. I can just pop it in and with only three per serving I wont have to eat all the time either.

I'd do the...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
05-24-15, 08:18 AM
Replies: 77
Views: 5,656
Posted By chubbyhubs

Well for me the lighter seems more efficient, and...

Well for me the lighter seems more efficient, and don't produce as much fatigue as a heavier bike. This is based on my opinion from the bikes I have ridden. :rolleyes:
Forum: Introductions
05-24-15, 07:59 AM
Replies: 2
Views: 283
Posted By chubbyhubs

Hello from Gresham, OR

Hello Forum Community

I am a resident of Gresham Or and I enjoy all aspects of cycling. Well to be honest not really into racing, but it can be fun to watch. While I have been cycling at some...
Forum: Training & Nutrition
05-24-15, 07:20 AM
Replies: 5
Views: 804
Posted By chubbyhubs

Thanks George The primary reason I am...

Thanks George

The primary reason I am wanting to jump is I enjoy being a bike potato and the scenery of long rides. What I am not wanting to do is jump so high for fun, that I derail the whole...
Forum: Training & Nutrition
05-23-15, 10:28 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 804
Posted By chubbyhubs

That's a good suggestion Machka I also think...

That's a good suggestion Machka

I also think I found another alternative with the route I did today. Which was a 22 mile loop with a 1000 ft of climbing in it. I felt good afterwards and was able...
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