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Forum: Advocacy & Safety
07-12-23, 09:03 PM
Replies: 19
Views: 1,609
Posted By billew

"Decades" An anecdote is "My helmet saved my...

"Decades" An anecdote is "My helmet saved my life" one time. Decades of experience is data whether it was watched by second year student or not. I have observed the same thing over my decades of...
Forum: Advocacy & Safety
06-21-23, 09:41 AM
Replies: 3,929
Views: 476,263
Posted By billew

A concussion is a TBI.A helmet fails if it cracks...

A concussion is a TBI.A helmet fails if it cracks this failure is instantaneous, helmets are "tested" by dropping a weight onto the top which isn't where most helmets get hit but where the arch is...
Forum: Advocacy & Safety
06-17-23, 03:16 PM
Replies: 3,929
Views: 476,263
Posted By billew

A. the helmet failed. B. the kid still got a TBI.

A. the helmet failed. B. the kid still got a TBI.
Forum: Northeast
06-17-23, 03:01 PM
Replies: 114
Views: 22,786
Posted By billew

Just an update on Airline North. I ran into an...

Just an update on Airline North. I ran into an archeologist surveying in Pomfret who was mapping the features left by the Railroad. This is the sections between the Pomfret Station and the Quinebaug...
Forum: Advocacy & Safety
06-12-23, 08:34 AM
Replies: 73
Views: 3,949
Posted By billew

I wouldn't be bragging about being on that...

I wouldn't be bragging about being on that committee, I known two other people on it and I know you can't do anything really. You can't even require SLMs be centered in the lane or remove the word...
Forum: Advocacy & Safety
06-05-23, 11:18 AM
Replies: 73
Views: 3,949
Posted By billew

The FHA only concerns infra attached to roadways,...

The FHA only concerns infra attached to roadways, it doesn't have jurisdiction on offroad trails usually designated as "Linear Parks" Since we are talking about dirt trails with horses on them the...
Forum: Advocacy & Safety
06-02-23, 12:42 PM
Replies: 73
Views: 3,949
Posted By billew

I ride those trails also, We use a bell rung as...

I ride those trails also, We use a bell rung as far away as the rider will hear it, the rider will decide if they want to stop or move over and wave you through. Most all riders have thanked us for...
Forum: Advocacy & Safety
06-02-23, 12:37 PM
Replies: 73
Views: 3,949
Posted By billew

This is not on roads so the FHA has nothing to do...

This is not on roads so the FHA has nothing to do with it. This is a MUP trail sign and they are state controlled, I ride on trails with horses and the best thing is a bell rung as soon as you think...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
05-25-23, 11:52 AM
Replies: 7
Views: 469
Posted By billew

A replacement SA cable will work. The hub is a...

A replacement SA cable will work. The hub is a Sturmey Archer design licensed to Hercules. I love my Hercules Lion and I have three more. The geometry is like a Raleigh Tourist very relaxed.
Forum: Northeast
05-25-23, 11:23 AM
Replies: 3
Views: 1,008
Posted By billew

I saw the signs go up, I don't see anything...

I saw the signs go up, I don't see anything different, the signs don't look official. I've going over it for over 30 years. People drive like jerks now and it requires bunny hops many a grown man...
Forum: Advocacy & Safety
05-18-23, 01:11 PM
Replies: 21
Views: 1,819
Posted By billew

You seem to be confused about infra being safe....

You seem to be confused about infra being safe. It isn't. instead of lobbying for spending more funds, how about getting the police to enforce the law? Any separated "bike lane" still has the problem...
Forum: Touring
04-14-23, 09:38 AM
Replies: 5
Views: 376
Posted By billew

I have a 210 and use Kenda K161 knobbies. I use...

I have a 210 and use Kenda K161 knobbies. I use fenders and they fit well. I find these to be good enough to be on my third set. They are cheap and last well, They are only a few miles slower than 1...
Forum: Advocacy & Safety
02-16-23, 09:06 AM
Replies: 25
Views: 2,158
Posted By billew

Yes there is, it's called staying out of the...

Yes there is, it's called staying out of the "Door Zone". It doesn't stop any other type of abuse from violent people.
Forum: Classic & Vintage
01-20-23, 06:04 PM
Replies: 43
Views: 2,954
Posted By billew

I guess I am the only owner of a 210 here, in...

I guess I am the only owner of a 210 here, in fact I have two of them. The frame isn't the same as a 610, the 1000 and 610 share the splined quad butted tubing with the main difference being the...
Forum: Northeast
09-23-22, 12:39 PM
Replies: 114
Views: 22,786
Posted By billew

I recently completed two centuries using the...

I recently completed two centuries using the Airline North and the SNETT as it is called after Thompson Ct. starting in Hartford and ending in Providence. From the start there are areas that suffer...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
09-13-22, 11:48 AM
Replies: 57
Views: 5,362
Posted By billew

About the the shifters, the little bit of "play"...

About the the shifters, the little bit of "play" is normal. It worried me when I did mine and once I read up on them it was ok. I am used to having to trim the front DR for rub with the triple and...
Forum: Cyclocross and Gravelbiking (Recreational)
09-07-22, 01:22 PM
Replies: 17
Views: 17,999
Posted By billew

I have the Kenda Kross 27"x 1 3/8" tires and like...

I have the Kenda Kross 27"x 1 3/8" tires and like them enough to be on my third set. I have gotten a lot of use from them easily several thousand miles. They ride well on gravel and are about a mile...
Forum: Cyclocross and Gravelbiking (Recreational)
09-06-22, 01:18 PM
Replies: 19
Views: 2,247
Posted By billew

I have a 950 and it is a desired bike, I did a...

I have a 950 and it is a desired bike, I did a bit better than you did when I found mine in a ditch, it needed new bearings and a BB and wires. It was an expensive bike new with Deore grouppo. You...
Forum: Northeast
08-22-22, 12:44 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 1,228
Posted By billew

I hate posting an oblique comment, but I agree...

I hate posting an oblique comment, but I agree with UniChris ECG plaques disappear or appear after the turn. My experience in Ma. is south of Worcester and in RI and Ct.They definitely go out of...
Forum: Classic and Vintage Bicycles: Whats it Worth? Appraisals.
07-29-22, 08:38 AM
Replies: 22
Views: 1,253
Posted By billew

Just a point as I have one, a 615 GT that came...

Just a point as I have one, a 615 GT that came with front and rear racks OEM, You may refer to an LT which is light touring. The bike is the same frame as a 1000 just one level lower Gruppo. It is...
Forum: Classic and Vintage Bicycles: Whats it Worth? Appraisals.
07-17-22, 08:21 AM
Replies: 22
Views: 1,253
Posted By billew

I think you don't know this a touring bike and a...

I think you don't know this a touring bike and a very good one. If you want a road bike you should look for one. It would be a shame to alter the bike. I have one a 615GT and two 210s they are great...
Forum: Advocacy & Safety
11-01-21, 12:52 PM
Replies: 71
Views: 3,615
Posted By billew

Sixty two replies and not one states the obvious:...

Sixty two replies and not one states the obvious: Stay out of the door zone! Stay away from back-out parking! "The Dutch Reach" doesn't work and fantasizing about changing human nature or moving door...
Forum: Northeast
08-19-21, 01:53 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 498
Posted By billew

There is additional parking under the 195 bridge...

There is additional parking under the 195 bridge on Gano street, on the new path extension that goes by the red bridge to Pitman St.
Forum: Advocacy & Safety
08-11-21, 04:59 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 798
Posted By billew

I believe it refers to neighborhoods, cities and...

I believe it refers to neighborhoods, cities and towns divided by highway construction in the past and it wasn't vague to me.
Forum: Northeast
07-17-21, 02:05 PM
Replies: 26
Views: 1,765
Posted By billew

Hi Chris, I have been on US 20 from Springfield...

Hi Chris, I have been on US 20 from Springfield to Sturbridge and it is the easiest way between the Ct. valley and the Quinnebaug, It's only sketchy going through commercial centers, there is a trail...
Forum: Advocacy & Safety
02-05-21, 01:34 AM
Replies: 50
Views: 6,278
Posted By billew

Funny this letter is from my home town. I have...

Funny this letter is from my home town. I have had this happen to me, where I had the car waved into me. A nice hole stopped to let cross traffic go and since I had reason to believe the driver was...
Forum: Advocacy & Safety
08-31-20, 09:23 AM
Replies: 55
Views: 4,433
Posted By billew

Satire is lost on people with an average or lower...

Satire is lost on people with an average or lower IQ. The answer to the OP is no, because humans are stupid and greedy/selfish and will never change.
Forum: Advocacy & Safety
09-24-16, 04:39 PM
Replies: 3,929
Views: 476,263
Posted By billew

Trakhak evidently you have mistaken the bicycle...

Trakhak evidently you have mistaken the bicycle helmet forum for a motorcycle helmet one.
Forum: Advocacy & Safety
09-18-16, 07:52 PM
Replies: 3,929
Views: 476,263
Posted By billew

This Dr. was the usual "I'm god you're a...

This Dr. was the usual "I'm god you're a worthless peon, my word is gospel" type. His $10,000 bike and kit prove he is superior. I'd like to see him ride slicks in a snow storm and not fall down....
Forum: Advocacy & Safety
09-12-16, 02:02 PM
Replies: 3,929
Views: 476,263
Posted By billew

No helmet saved my neck. I was right hooked a...

No helmet saved my neck.
I was right hooked a few weeks ago and I was able to turn with the car for a bit and slid along the front quarter panel with my head and forearm. I got a scrape at the top...
Forum: Advocacy & Safety
08-17-16, 06:05 PM
Replies: 92
Views: 8,351
Posted By billew

I don't usually post too much, but I have to...

I don't usually post too much, but I have to write this as many on this site seem to not know what a Sharrow is for. Since the LAB model bicycle law has FRAP inserted, the Sharrow symbol was...
Forum: Advocacy & Safety
01-18-16, 06:48 PM
Replies: 174
Views: 10,054
Posted By billew

I guess you didn't read the comments on the link,...

I guess you didn't read the comments on the link, overwhelmingly pro Sharrow as I am.
I have experienced a great before and after, I have lived at my house for about seven years and it is a city...
Forum: Clydesdales/Athenas (200+ lb / 91+ kg)
08-09-15, 08:55 PM
Replies: 858
Views: 98,031
Posted By billew

I have ridden all the routes through Rhode Island...

I have ridden all the routes through Rhode Island and in the southern part of the state there are three ways to go: Route 1a which it seems they took down the coast then I guess they would cross back...
Forum: Clydesdales/Athenas (200+ lb / 91+ kg)
08-08-15, 03:54 PM
Replies: 858
Views: 98,031
Posted By billew

I never saw him or his "wife" and I don't think...

I never saw him or his "wife" and I don't think he was riding in town at all. The local media is where I first heard about him and his "ride" days before it went national. In fact not the local Patch...
Forum: Clydesdales/Athenas (200+ lb / 91+ kg)
08-07-15, 11:30 AM
Replies: 858
Views: 98,031
Posted By billew

I live in Newport and he has not been seen riding...

I live in Newport and he has not been seen riding and I stopped in at Newport Bicycle and I don't think they are too proud of him. Maybe less skeptical than me. Getting over the bridges is all of a 5...
Forum: Advocacy & Safety
07-02-15, 10:01 PM
Replies: 23
Views: 1,418
Posted By billew

Wouldn't this already be legal in a "Stand your...

Wouldn't this already be legal in a "Stand your ground" state? After all you are in fear for your life and being threatened with deadly force.
Forum: Classic & Vintage
06-27-15, 07:27 PM
Replies: 46
Views: 5,359
Posted By billew

It seems not knowing what one is talking about...

It seems not knowing what one is talking about isn't stopping anyone from piping in. Please do not use oil heavier than 20w, do not use 3 in 1 red it turns into a gummy mess. 3 in 1 makes a blue can...
Forum: Long Distance Competition/Ultracycling, Randonneuring and Endurance Cycling
10-08-14, 04:16 PM
Replies: 14
Views: 10,134
Posted By billew

I take a cable lock 1/4" x 6' which is enough to...

I take a cable lock 1/4" x 6' which is enough to go through both wheels and frame or a medium sized tree.
I'm not weight weenie about things and I'd rather know I can lock up my bike and leave it...
Forum: Living Car Free
08-21-14, 07:51 PM
Replies: 70
Views: 5,385
Posted By billew

I haven't seen any scratches on my bike frames as...

I haven't seen any scratches on my bike frames as the bike rests on the handlebar and pedal, I always put the bike with the drive side up, the drivers don't swerve or otherwise drive recklessly. I am...
Forum: Living Car Free
08-20-14, 11:26 PM
Replies: 70
Views: 5,385
Posted By billew

My state has one public transit system and all...

My state has one public transit system and all buses have racks mostly the type that hook over the front wheel. They are easy to use and I've never had a driver get mad about the racks. we have had...
Forum: Living Car Free
07-29-14, 09:55 PM
Replies: 56
Views: 5,062
Posted By billew

I am with Roody on this one, I see no need to...

I am with Roody on this one, I see no need to wear one and I have been car free all my life. If I have ball cap hair I keep the hat on, or get a short hair cut.
Forum: Classic & Vintage
07-01-14, 09:26 PM
Replies: 19
Views: 3,934
Posted By billew

I have restored several GPs and he could be lucky...

I have restored several GPs and he could be lucky and have a Gazelle frame with some nice lugs for cheaper bike. This is a 1976 example.Original rims were steel Rigida with Atom hubs and Malliard...
Forum: Advocacy & Safety
05-03-14, 11:23 PM
Replies: 81
Views: 4,232
Posted By billew

Sidewalks are pretty rare in Lebanon Ct, Bruce....

Sidewalks are pretty rare in Lebanon Ct, Bruce. I've ridden a lot there, my GF lived on Village Hill.
Casio in my city riding on the sidewalk will get a $75.00 ticket if you can find a cop that...
Forum: Advocacy & Safety
05-03-14, 10:18 PM
Replies: 64
Views: 4,391
Posted By billew

I have no idea where raqball's utopia where cops...

I have no idea where raqball's utopia where cops aren't above the law but it isn't where I live. Our cops in Rhode Island have the magic Police Officer's Bill Of Rights in which crimes are swept...
Forum: Advocacy & Safety
04-27-14, 03:14 PM
Replies: 8,742
Views: 639,095
Posted By billew

I have used roller skates in rinks and on the...

I have used roller skates in rinks and on the street since the early 70's in fact for about 16 years I skated the streets about 20 hours a week. I fell many hundreds of times and never once hit my...
Forum: Advocacy & Safety
04-26-14, 09:21 PM
Replies: 281
Views: 20,685
Posted By billew

I expect the reflector has as much chance as a...

I expect the reflector has as much chance as a tail light in stopping a drunk or distracted driver from hitting me. Why blame the kids? Other drivers passed by without killing them.
Forum: Advocacy & Safety
04-26-14, 08:58 PM
Replies: 281
Views: 20,685
Posted By billew

Excuse me for saying this but the bike snobbery...

Excuse me for saying this but the bike snobbery on this forum gets tiresome. These kids had the legally required rear reflectors on two bikes. Finding fault because they didn't go further with $50.00...
Forum: Advocacy & Safety
04-26-14, 01:27 PM
Replies: 281
Views: 20,685
Posted By billew

Did everyone miss the fact that this is a cop's...

Did everyone miss the fact that this is a cop's wife, the husband was following in another vehicle refused to give CPR or call 911? Read the comments on the original story.
Forum: Living Car Free
03-26-14, 11:01 PM
Replies: 27
Views: 4,395
Posted By billew

Green Airport PVD in Rhode Island has bike racks...

Green Airport PVD in Rhode Island has bike racks at the Commuter Rail "T" stop it is possible to ride from the airport or place your bike on the train off rush hour or on public busses and get to...
Forum: Living Car Free
03-26-14, 10:51 PM
Replies: 14
Views: 1,513
Posted By billew

You must be talking about Plumtree, my GF lives...

You must be talking about Plumtree, my GF lives by the golf course. The lane is substandard with some narrow parts barely 30" wide and grates and it starts and ends into nothing AKA bike lane to...
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