Hello from Kansas
11-26-12 | 04:32 PM
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Hello from Kansas
Greetings--
I'm a lifelong biker 68 years old already. I've enjoyed 17 parties-on-wheels while Biking Across Kansas and toured with friends in several other states. I try to ride at least 5-10 miles every day I can. I have a 1991 Bridgestone RB-T and a 1993 Bridgestone XO-2 that I enjoy, although I've also pedaled two Rans recumbents in the past.
My new fascination is folding bikes (especially the Brompton M6L and the Dahon Smooth Hound)--although there is little multi-modal transportation where I live and I can and do haul two bikes on the back of my car whenever I want to bike beyond this region. I dunno--maybe it's the innovative designs, the concept that less may be more or perhaps my upside down sense of aesthetics.
This year I also got out sailing 20 times on my Barnett 14--one of a dozen dinghies I've enjoyed over the years. Another love is kayaking and canoeing. My high point was paddling the Grand Canyon in 1991--16 days with 16 people (private trip) covering 225 miles, with more than 100 named rapids.
Peace,
Dave Redmon
Manhattan, KS
I'm a lifelong biker 68 years old already. I've enjoyed 17 parties-on-wheels while Biking Across Kansas and toured with friends in several other states. I try to ride at least 5-10 miles every day I can. I have a 1991 Bridgestone RB-T and a 1993 Bridgestone XO-2 that I enjoy, although I've also pedaled two Rans recumbents in the past.
My new fascination is folding bikes (especially the Brompton M6L and the Dahon Smooth Hound)--although there is little multi-modal transportation where I live and I can and do haul two bikes on the back of my car whenever I want to bike beyond this region. I dunno--maybe it's the innovative designs, the concept that less may be more or perhaps my upside down sense of aesthetics.
This year I also got out sailing 20 times on my Barnett 14--one of a dozen dinghies I've enjoyed over the years. Another love is kayaking and canoeing. My high point was paddling the Grand Canyon in 1991--16 days with 16 people (private trip) covering 225 miles, with more than 100 named rapids.
Peace,
Dave Redmon
Manhattan, KS
11-26-12 | 04:46 PM
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Galveston County Texas
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From: In The Wind
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Hi Dave,
Welcome to Bike Forums from Texas.
Some folks tour on folders.
https://www.bikeforums.net/showthread...kepacking-trip
https://www.bikeforums.net/showthread...-Pocket-Rocket
Welcome to Bike Forums from Texas.
Some folks tour on folders.
https://www.bikeforums.net/showthread...kepacking-trip
https://www.bikeforums.net/showthread...-Pocket-Rocket
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11-26-12 | 07:02 PM
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From: NE OK
Bikes: '06 Kona Smoke
Howdy from OK. Sounds like you'll fit in nicely into a bunch of forums here with your background. I'm sure the C&V crowed would love to see pics of your bikes. And we've got a few sailors and kayakers that like to congregate down in the Lounge in a place we call Foo.
11-26-12 | 08:01 PM
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Life is good
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From: Not far from the Withlacoochee Trail. 🚴🏻
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Welcome to BF from another old timer. I'll be 68 in a few weeks. 
Stop by the 50+ forum and say hello. Also check into the 65+ section if you want to chat with the more "mature" members.
Stop by the 50+ forum and say hello. Also check into the 65+ section if you want to chat with the more "mature" members.
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The Lord is merciful and gracious, slow to anger and abounding in steadfast love. - Psalm 103:8
I am a cyclist. I am not the fastest or the fittest. But I will get to where I'm going with a smile on my face.
11-26-12 | 11:33 PM
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Pedals, Paddles and Poles
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From: Vegas Valley, NV
Bikes: Santa Cruz Tallboy, Ridley Noah, Scott Spark 20
Hey Dave, welcome to Bike Forums. I will turn 59 after the dawn of 2013.
I spent 4 years in your town from 1977 to 1981. How bout them Wildcats? Who would have thought. Congrats on the bike history and enjoyment you get from this pedal sport we share. Post some picture sometime, something around Tuttle Puddle maybe.
I spent 4 years in your town from 1977 to 1981. How bout them Wildcats? Who would have thought. Congrats on the bike history and enjoyment you get from this pedal sport we share. Post some picture sometime, something around Tuttle Puddle maybe.
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I think its disgusting and terrible how people treat Lance Armstrong, especially after winning 7 Tour de France Titles while on drugs!
I can't even find my bike when I'm on drugs. -Willie N.
