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Forum: Commuting
04-19-24, 08:48 AM
Replies: 4
Views: 127
Posted By jaxy357

That's actually a great suggestion. I just found...

That's actually a great suggestion. I just found a shop that rents for $50 per day. A little steep but I think if I just do cross-training on the other days I can swing it. Apparently Louisville had...
Forum: Commuting
04-04-24, 10:13 AM
Replies: 3
Views: 214
Posted By jaxy357

3rd Annual Commuter Challenge

[also posted in Mid-Atlantic regional discussion section]

Hi everyone, for your consideration, the Commuter Challenge on Monkey Hill is a fun event benefitting Urban Bike Project of Wilmington....
Forum: Commuting
11-10-23, 06:23 AM
Replies: 0
Views: 225
Posted By jaxy357

Back in the saddle

Good morning, a few weeks off due to illness. Boy did my legs feel the ride this morning. Excited to show off my new pants (I also got the socks), purchased with funds from a recent raise at work......
Forum: Commuting
10-24-23, 03:31 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 829
Posted By jaxy357

I got a bell that matches my new bike, a...

I got a bell that matches my new bike, a headlight and a winter cap to wear under my helmet this time. I can't remember what I got for the last gift card lol.
Forum: Commuting
10-02-23, 07:32 AM
Replies: 1,685
Views: 343,935
Posted By jaxy357

Yesterday I rode about 7.5 miles to church,...

Yesterday I rode about 7.5 miles to church, mostly on the Greenways trail but some quiet streets also. I found this fake white rose in the storm drain and scooped it up, inspired to keep drains clear...
Forum: Commuting
09-23-23, 06:17 AM
Replies: 53
Views: 3,681
Posted By jaxy357

I do that often but it's more from handling the...

I do that often but it's more from handling the bike, trying to get it on the train, etc. Grease in random spots cuz I'm clumsy 😅
Forum: Commuting
09-22-23, 11:59 AM
Replies: 53
Views: 3,681
Posted By jaxy357

I typically wear my work clothes when I'm riding...

I typically wear my work clothes when I'm riding about a mile from the train to my office. But I kept getting chain grease and stuff on white pants, for example. When I ride the 3 miles to the train...
Forum: Living Car Free
09-22-23, 07:16 AM
Replies: 3
Views: 497
Posted By jaxy357

International Car Free Day

Happy International Car Free Day! https://www.unep.org/news-and-stories/story/world-car-free-day-22-september-great-opportunity-reduce-air-pollution

I rode my bike to the train station this...
Forum: Commuting
09-11-23, 07:44 AM
Replies: 279
Views: 17,153
Posted By jaxy357

Full multi-modal commute this morning, as in I...

Full multi-modal commute this morning, as in I wasn't lazy and actually rode to the train station instead of driving (go me!). Stopped at the gym on campus and showered, got in right on time. Light...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
08-21-23, 03:08 PM
Replies: 1,143
Views: 155,085
Posted By jaxy357

https://cimg8.ibsrv.net/gimg/bikeforums.net-vbulle...

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color matching :)
Forum: Commuting
08-21-23, 05:31 AM
Replies: 28
Views: 2,550
Posted By jaxy357

I forgot if I mentioned already but now have baby...

I forgot if I mentioned already but now have baby Blue
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Forum: Commuting
08-04-23, 01:09 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 1,019
Posted By jaxy357

I think we're all wired the same in this...

I think we're all wired the same in this sub-forum. Give me a destination and I'll happily ride. Welcome back!
Forum: Commuting
07-31-23, 07:37 PM
Replies: 279
Views: 17,153
Posted By jaxy357

Not exactly a commute but trying to replace short...

Not exactly a commute but trying to replace short trips with bike rides. First successful outing to the grocery store yesterday on my husband's bike, albeit a small trip. I've gone to yoga classes...
Forum: Commuting
07-31-23, 07:31 PM
Replies: 40
Views: 3,152
Posted By jaxy357

I've seen glow rides publicized by my local bike...

I've seen glow rides publicized by my local bike project but there's lots of cheap ideas out there that are similar to glow lights. One guy near me wears a flashing multicolor glow light of sorts...
Forum: Commuting
07-05-23, 05:53 AM
Replies: 279
Views: 17,153
Posted By jaxy357

Got to campus a little early today from the...

Got to campus a little early today from the train, wasn't paying attention and put my helmet on that had been connected to my bike lock. Look who jumped out!...
Forum: Commuting
06-23-23, 11:09 AM
Replies: 28
Views: 2,550
Posted By jaxy357

Hot pink bar tape for me! ...

Hot pink bar tape for me!
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Forum: Commuting
06-16-23, 11:08 AM
Replies: 12
Views: 1,261
Posted By jaxy357

I find there's strength in numbers and probably...

I find there's strength in numbers and probably about 6 or 8 bikes left at the train station routinely for people doing the "first and last mile" thing by bike. The one near my house has the security...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
06-11-23, 02:29 AM
Replies: 1,143
Views: 155,085
Posted By jaxy357

Centurion shadows

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Non drive side...sorry
Forum: Classic & Vintage
06-08-23, 06:13 PM
Replies: 2,562
Views: 958,129
Posted By jaxy357

Rescuing old bikes is fun :)

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This is with my Centurion Le Mans 12. Learning the ropes of bike...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
06-08-23, 05:58 PM
Replies: 15,458
Views: 4,082,044
Posted By jaxy357

[/QUOTE] It's a carry strap to go up and down...

[/QUOTE]
It's a carry strap to go up and down stairs to get on and off the train if needed. I now have a bike on either end of the commute so it's theoretically easier these days.
Forum: Classic & Vintage
06-08-23, 03:25 PM
Replies: 15,458
Views: 4,082,044
Posted By jaxy357

Bridgestone 300

I'm a year late to post this but I found this at a moving sale for $10. 1984 Bridgestone 300, odometer said about 500 miles at the time but who knows if that was accurate. ...
Forum: Commuting
06-05-23, 09:16 AM
Replies: 12
Views: 1,261
Posted By jaxy357

A year in the making

It has taken me a long time to have two bikes set up for commuting; one near my home and the other near my work. Multimodal commuting makes for some challenges to figure out. Folding bike didn't have...
Forum: Commuting
05-17-23, 06:57 AM
Replies: 279
Views: 17,153
Posted By jaxy357

This morning was a big win for me! Happy Bike to...

This morning was a big win for me! Happy Bike to Work week! I usually ride about 2.5-3 miles to the train station north of me, which is not set up well for getting a bike onboard. Today, I pushed...
Forum: Commuting
05-14-23, 09:49 AM
Replies: 41
Views: 7,589
Posted By jaxy357

Pic from today's ride through the greenways and a...

Pic from today's ride through the greenways and a practice ride for Friday. ...
Forum: Commuting
05-10-23, 05:49 PM
Replies: 41
Views: 7,589
Posted By jaxy357

Commuter item suggestions

Any suggestions for items to carry on my bike for next week? It's called the Commuter Challenge and you're supposed to try to represent your profession. One guy carried big law depositions, I'm...
Forum: Commuting
05-03-23, 03:41 AM
Replies: 15,695
Views: 12,379,833
Posted By jaxy357

Commuter setup still in progress but here's my...

Commuter setup still in progress but here's my Centurion's new accessories. :) About 2 weeks to go until the Monkey Hill Commuter Challenge......
Forum: Commuting
04-25-23, 11:41 AM
Replies: 279
Views: 17,153
Posted By jaxy357

On my work from home days, I've been trying to...

On my work from home days, I've been trying to push myself to ride, working on training for the Commuter Challenge next month so hills are a necessary evil. Today I rode about 4 miles to a new Cafe...
Forum: Commuting
04-24-23, 10:38 AM
Replies: 279
Views: 17,153
Posted By jaxy357

Trying to get to 60 miles this month for St. Jude...

Trying to get to 60 miles this month for St. Jude fundraiser, have a bit more to do before Sunday!! Also, after about a year of my commute I discovered this semi covered bike parking spot behind my...
Forum: Commuting
04-07-23, 12:08 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 1,358
Posted By jaxy357

Great job!

Great job!
Forum: Classic & Vintage
03-30-23, 02:19 PM
Replies: 30
Views: 1,414
Posted By jaxy357

So this is love...

I picked up this "new to me" beauty last week and still have to get her setup for my commute with lights and a rack. Her name is "Baby Blue"....
Forum: Commuting
03-02-23, 02:19 PM
Replies: 279
Views: 17,153
Posted By jaxy357

https://cimg8.ibsrv.net/gimg/bikeforums.net-vbulle...

https://cimg8.ibsrv.net/gimg/bikeforums.net-vbulletin/2000x1504/20230302_111328_d8c399b8d0c64808f40448ddc903d661bf94f1df.jpg
that's what the cup holder is for, right? Discovered a new coffee spot...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
02-06-23, 05:56 AM
Replies: 134
Views: 29,279
Posted By jaxy357

Yes it has a thumb shifter but this one was too...

Yes it has a thumb shifter but this one was too big for me and the shifting wasn't smooth so I donated it to my local bike project.
Forum: Commuting
02-02-23, 06:44 AM
Replies: 279
Views: 17,153
Posted By jaxy357

https://cimg4.ibsrv.net/gimg/bikeforums.net-vbulle...

https://cimg4.ibsrv.net/gimg/bikeforums.net-vbulletin/2000x1504/20230202_072531_ce1094b1959f6b8deed054d6c923076678a1fb45.jpg
Tundraman inspired me to ride today, though 23° F is a bit cold for me! I...
Forum: Commuting
02-01-23, 04:15 AM
Replies: 15,695
Views: 12,379,833
Posted By jaxy357

University of Delaware

University of Delaware
Forum: Commuting
01-31-23, 08:08 PM
Replies: 15,695
Views: 12,379,833
Posted By jaxy357

My Bridgestone 300, I love this bike, especially...

My Bridgestone 300, I love this bike, especially since it was $10 and in rough shape when I got it! I kind of dig the odometer even though it's hard to read the numbers (I think 500 miles)....
Forum: Commuting
01-06-23, 03:16 PM
Replies: 308
Views: 20,245
Posted By jaxy357

https://cimg6.ibsrv.net/gimg/bikeforums.net-vbulle...

https://cimg6.ibsrv.net/gimg/bikeforums.net-vbulletin/2000x1504/20230106_125510_c2c41b3d393cb4a4dbfe738a4fc42c91fdd0be1e.jpg
A beautiful day and I saw another Bridgestone on the bike rack. :)
Forum: Commuting
12-22-22, 07:36 AM
Replies: 18
Views: 1,398
Posted By jaxy357

Lil update: donated the Stella due to gear...

Lil update: donated the Stella due to gear shifting issues (to my local bike co-op). Bought a cheap folding bike (Schwinn Loop) from same co-op, only took it on a test ride so far and it did pretty...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
11-17-22, 10:34 AM
Replies: 134
Views: 29,279
Posted By jaxy357

https://cimg1.ibsrv.net/gimg/bikeforums.net-vbulle...

https://cimg1.ibsrv.net/gimg/bikeforums.net-vbulletin/1100x674/jkl_bike_2_bd79c8978ea074023762fe229c28989328c1735a.png
I'll have to post better pics soon but here is my Stella Arctic. I've swapped...
Forum: Commuting
11-07-22, 08:46 AM
Replies: 18
Views: 1,398
Posted By jaxy357

Yes, I would leave the first bike chained up to...

Yes, I would leave the first bike chained up to the blue fencing you see there at the station since there's no bike racks and no one seems to know about the ancient bike lockers that are still there....
Forum: Commuting
11-06-22, 07:26 AM
Replies: 182
Views: 24,776
Posted By jaxy357

Riding early and singing to myself when no one is...

Riding early and singing to myself when no one is around. I can sing in the car, too, but feel freer out in nature, much like when I used to have a 50cc scooter and rode the back/side streets in...
Forum: Commuting
11-06-22, 06:59 AM
Replies: 139
Views: 18,967
Posted By jaxy357

*I'm jealous of your profession! Maybe in another...

*I'm jealous of your profession! Maybe in another life! Anyway, I'll just say, "$10!" when they ask how much mine cost. Nevermind about all the accessories that cost more than the bike itself. Haha!
Forum: Commuting
09-29-22, 06:48 AM
Replies: 308
Views: 20,245
Posted By jaxy357

Newb

Hi everyone, this is my first post and I need to get to 10 posts before I can show you pics of my bikes...both vintage road bikes, one kept on campus, the other at home. I commute about 18 miles,...
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