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08-17-08, 01:54 PM
Replies: 41
Views: 2,813
Posted By donnamb

Unfortunately, enough members are such that there...

Unfortunately, enough members are such that there has been a need for a restricted forum for the last 4 years. :(


I agree! I wish they would.

I am leaving this thread here for a little...
08-12-08, 11:37 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 1,305
Posted By donnamb

I'm not sure of the thread, but I think...

I'm not sure of the thread, but I think ChiapasFixed has made his own set. You might try sending him a PM.
08-12-08, 11:16 PM
Replies: 59
Views: 2,365
Posted By donnamb

Investigations all over the world have more or...

Investigations all over the world have more or less come to the same conclusion. It's the main reason why most cities have discontinued bike registration - it costs them too much money.


It...
Forum: Commuting
08-12-08, 11:07 PM
Replies: 40
Views: 10,383
Posted By donnamb

Something tells me this man knows what he is...

Something tells me this man knows what he is talking about. ;)
08-11-08, 10:47 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 1,137
Posted By donnamb

I agree with your cautiousness. Never...

I agree with your cautiousness. Never underestimate the ingenuity or determination of an Oregon tweaker. :(
Forum: Commuting
08-10-08, 11:08 AM
Replies: 41
Views: 2,485
Posted By donnamb

Some of my coworkers commute about as often as...

Some of my coworkers commute about as often as that and it seems like they are more tired than I am. (I commute 3.5 miles 5 days a week and only skip it when I call in sick to work.)


Good idea. ...
Forum: Commuting
08-10-08, 10:53 AM
Replies: 90
Views: 6,388
Posted By donnamb

This happened to the OP 2 years ago. Let it go...

This happened to the OP 2 years ago. Let it go...
08-09-08, 02:04 PM
Replies: 35
Views: 1,830
Posted By donnamb

I think the thing that I miss most is day trips...

I think the thing that I miss most is day trips out to the Columbia Gorge or to the coast. You know - those trips that aren't planned out and require a lot of driving to accomplish.

On the other...
08-09-08, 01:55 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 866
Posted By donnamb

Amen to that.

Amen to that.
08-08-08, 10:03 PM
Replies: 71
Views: 3,043
Posted By donnamb

Exactly. The MUP randya is thinking of is crowded...

Exactly. The MUP randya is thinking of is crowded with peds and bicyclists of a variety of skill levels. A lot of newer bike commuters use it to gain confidence in their balance and control of their...
08-08-08, 08:56 PM
Replies: 1
Views: 945
Posted By donnamb

Two BF Utilitarians get their summer vacation splattered all over teh internets...

See what happens (http://bikeportland.org/2008/08/08/family-camping-portland-style/) when you close your bike shop for a couple of weeks?? Idleness, I tell you... :p ;)
08-08-08, 12:25 AM
Replies: 25
Views: 1,659
Posted By donnamb

I have a pair of these...

I have a pair of these (http://bikehugger.com/2008/02/glo_gloves_turn_signals_for_yo.htm). They work great.
08-06-08, 01:54 AM
Replies: 129
Views: 14,116
Posted By donnamb

Just have a backup plan.

Just have a backup plan.
08-06-08, 01:51 AM
Replies: 28
Views: 1,860
Posted By donnamb

I agree - that intersection of Broadway and MLK...

I agree - that intersection of Broadway and MLK on the other side of the river from downtown is really awful. Thank heavens it's nowhere near a typical intersection for the inner core of the city.
...
08-06-08, 01:46 AM
Replies: 45
Views: 2,163
Posted By donnamb

You can get one for free....

You can get one for free. (http://bikeportland.org/2007/10/31/order-your-very-own-i-brake-for-people-bumper-stickers/)
08-06-08, 01:44 AM
Replies: 5
Views: 801
Posted By donnamb

These are all good pedals....

These are all good pedals. (http://www.rivbike.com/products/list/pedals_and_so_on) I like Rivendell's display because of the measuring tape. That might be helpful for you, too.
08-05-08, 10:34 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 544
Posted By donnamb

We have a local Bike Fun email list in Portland...

We have a local Bike Fun email list in Portland known as the Shift List (https://lists.riseup.net/www/info/shift). Join it, send a message about your needs with a request that interested parties...
08-05-08, 02:21 AM
Replies: 27
Views: 2,177
Posted By donnamb

:roflmao2:

:roflmao2:
08-05-08, 12:45 AM
Replies: 27
Views: 2,177
Posted By donnamb

Not until the 11th. (http://clevercycles.com/)

Not until the 11th. (http://clevercycles.com/)
08-04-08, 11:06 PM
Replies: 27
Views: 2,177
Posted By donnamb

When were you there? The bikes are in the back,...

When were you there? The bikes are in the back, but there haven't been much of them lately.


Someone on teh internets. I wish I knew his/her name.
08-04-08, 10:52 PM
Replies: 45
Views: 2,163
Posted By donnamb

http://www.isharetheroad.com/wp-content/_iShareLog...

http://www.isharetheroad.com/wp-content/_iShareLogo_stickerborder2.gif

http://bikeportland.org/wp-content/uploads/2007/10/brakeforpeople.jpg
08-03-08, 10:10 PM
Replies: 28
Views: 1,860
Posted By donnamb

Really? The lanes are narrow so the cars don't...

Really? The lanes are narrow so the cars don't try to squeeze you when you've taken the lane, lots of one way streets so you can be on the left or right legally, 20 MPH speed limits with the lights...
08-03-08, 09:44 PM
Replies: 27
Views: 2,177
Posted By donnamb

Yep. :o :)

Yep. :o :)
08-03-08, 06:53 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 1,003
Posted By donnamb

It's in the QBP catalog, so basically any LBS can...

It's in the QBP catalog, so basically any LBS can order you one.
Forum: Road Cycling
08-03-08, 06:04 PM
Replies: 33
Views: 3,511
Posted By donnamb

This...

This (http://www.bikeforums.net/forumdisplay.php?f=181) is a wonderful forum full of wonderful people who will probably be helping you scan your local Craigslist before it's all over...
08-03-08, 03:53 PM
Replies: 33
Views: 1,683
Posted By donnamb

Find an LBS who sells a lot of Electra bikes and...

Find an LBS who sells a lot of Electra bikes and really likes them. They will be able to help you out with handlebar and other component changes if you find you need any of that.
08-03-08, 03:49 PM
Replies: 219
Views: 111,753
Posted By donnamb

Well, the sure can't say they didn't see you!...

Well, the sure can't say they didn't see you! :beer:
Forum: Commuting
08-03-08, 03:28 PM
Replies: 20
Views: 1,559
Posted By donnamb

Each to their own. :) My Shimano...

Each to their own. :)



My Shimano generator hub works wonderfully. I get complaints all the time about how bright my front light is. :thumb: Theft of battery powered bike lights is a huge...
Forum: Commuting
08-03-08, 03:24 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 1,111
Posted By donnamb

Not thus far.

Not thus far.
08-03-08, 03:21 PM
Replies: 62
Views: 2,379
Posted By donnamb

I'll leave it for now. If we start getting...

I'll leave it for now. If we start getting reports or if I get enough requests to move it by PM, we might end up moving it.

Srsly, it is off-topic, so don't be suffering in silence, folks. We...
Forum: Road Cycling
08-03-08, 03:13 PM
Replies: 22
Views: 2,079
Posted By donnamb

I think I hate you. :p

I think I hate you. :p
08-03-08, 03:09 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 1,794
Posted By donnamb

:beer:

:beer:
08-03-08, 03:08 PM
Replies: 62
Views: 2,379
Posted By donnamb

I'm very taken with this poem by Charles...

I'm very taken with this poem by Charles Bukowski. I'm not completely anti-car, but I do believe those of us who do drive could be more mindful of what it can do to the human psyche.
08-03-08, 02:59 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 541
Posted By donnamb

Good point. I'm pretty sure the OP of the A&S...

Good point. I'm pretty sure the OP of the A&S thread is on the east side - and she's only been cycling regularly for a year. (and not in East Vancouver) Were I in her shoes, I would be feeling pretty...
08-03-08, 02:55 PM
Replies: 62
Views: 2,379
Posted By donnamb

Generally speaking, we move car-related threads...

Generally speaking, we move car-related threads to Foo. On the other hand, we've tried to be flexible with at least allowing a few off-topic threads on this forum.

What do you guys want me to do?
08-03-08, 02:46 PM
Replies: 172
Views: 24,911
Posted By donnamb

I am sure much of the advice from this thread...

I am sure much of the advice from this thread (http://www.bikeforums.net/showthread.php?t=449284) will apply.
08-03-08, 02:08 PM
Replies: 26
Views: 2,650
Posted By donnamb

Excellent. For those of you who don't live in the...

Excellent. For those of you who don't live in the US and have never heard of Inside The Beltway Syndrome (http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Inside_the_Beltway), this is a most hopeful development for...
Forum: Road Cycling
08-03-08, 02:02 PM
Replies: 22
Views: 2,079
Posted By donnamb

I noticed they sell my favorite soap for washing...

I noticed they sell my favorite soap for washing bikes (http://www.greenboatstuff.com/dr-bronners-sal-suds-all-purpose-biodegradable-cleaner-1-gal37.html).
08-03-08, 12:55 PM
Replies: 27
Views: 2,177
Posted By donnamb

My LBS is closed for 2 weeks. They sold nearly...

My LBS is closed for 2 weeks. They sold nearly all their bikes and are not getting a new shipment in until the middle of this month.

On the plus side, they were able to give all their employees a...
08-03-08, 12:55 PM
Replies: 24
Views: 1,843
Posted By donnamb

My LBS is closed for 2 weeks. They sold nearly...

My LBS is closed for 2 weeks. They sold nearly all their bikes and are not getting a new shipment in until the middle of this month.

On the plus side, they were able to give all their employees a...
Forum: Commuting
08-03-08, 12:27 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 1,111
Posted By donnamb

I recently got this thermos...

I recently got this thermos (http://www.amazon.com/Thermos-JMW500SBK-Leak-Proof-Backpack-Bottle/dp/B000K604P0/ref=pd_bbs_1?ie=UTF8&s=home-garden&qid=1217787874&sr=8-1). It fits in a standard water...
Forum: Commuting
08-03-08, 12:20 PM
Replies: 49
Views: 2,310
Posted By donnamb

I'm calmer with more energy. I sleep better. I've...

I'm calmer with more energy. I sleep better. I've lost a lot of weight without strict dieting. My blood pressure is back to normal. I'm now in a very low risk category for type 2 diabetes. I've been...
Forum: Commuting
08-03-08, 12:12 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 997
Posted By donnamb

You know, Portland wasn't always a great place...

You know, Portland wasn't always a great place for cycling. :innocent:
Forum: Commuting
08-03-08, 12:07 PM
Replies: 20
Views: 1,559
Posted By donnamb

It was updated last August. Since the last year...

It was updated last August. Since the last year has seen an extraordinary increase in city/utility/commuting style bikes, I hope it gets updated again soon. There's so much more available in August...
Forum: Commuting
08-03-08, 12:05 PM
Replies: 55
Views: 2,407
Posted By donnamb

Lem is right.

Lem is right.
08-03-08, 11:46 AM
Replies: 35
Views: 2,394
Posted By donnamb

Well, the admin decided to do it.

Well, the admin decided to do it.
08-03-08, 11:40 AM
Replies: 30
Views: 3,370
Posted By donnamb

:thumb:

:thumb:
08-02-08, 07:18 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 541
Posted By donnamb

Do you bike in Vancouver, WA?

There's a thread in A&S that could use the expertise of riders in the 'Couv. (http://www.bikeforums.net/showthread.php?t=449081)
08-02-08, 07:02 PM
Replies: 28
Views: 1,860
Posted By donnamb

Most of Vancouver, WA is set up in a suburban...

Most of Vancouver, WA is set up in a suburban planning arrangement of roads being mostly 4-6 lane, 45-50 MPH with the majority of drivers going 55-70 MPH. Bike lanes range from dangerously...
08-02-08, 06:57 PM
Replies: 28
Views: 1,860
Posted By donnamb

It takes a great deal of nerve and fortitude to...

It takes a great deal of nerve and fortitude to ride on the roads in Vancouver, Washington, especially after a local broadcast of the Lars Larson Show... :eek: The Vancouver Bicycle Club is holdng a...
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