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Forum: Commuting
10-27-09, 10:21 AM
Replies: 6
Views: 568
Posted By Bean6180

Did he have Massachusetts plates? ... because my...

Did he have Massachusetts plates? ... because my first collision with a car was also a blue Mustang.

hmm... maybe those BU kids can develop a product that reduces collisions with Mustangs......
Forum: Commuting
10-13-09, 10:06 AM
Replies: 6
Views: 595
Posted By Bean6180

Now that I've posted my snarky comment, I'll say...

Now that I've posted my snarky comment, I'll say thanks for the heads up. I'm planning on attempting a winter commute in Boston this winter... and being fiscally savvy with my needs will make the...
Forum: Commuting
10-13-09, 10:04 AM
Replies: 6
Views: 595
Posted By Bean6180

Uh... not for nothing... buuuuut does Florida...

Uh... not for nothing... buuuuut does Florida have a winter season?
Forum: Commuting
06-23-09, 08:39 AM
Replies: 36
Views: 3,512
Posted By Bean6180

Let's try that again... ...

Let's try that again...

http://lh5.ggpht.com/_kwID_CgNAzg/SkDne5t9TTI/AAAAAAAAAHc/iWmWM_Zrhos/s144/IMG00094.jpg
Forum: Commuting
06-23-09, 08:32 AM
Replies: 36
Views: 3,512
Posted By Bean6180

Rain and Metal don't mix... you need to be more...

Rain and Metal don't mix... you need to be more careful riding over train tracks, bridge expansion joints, and manhole covers. Otherwise...
...
Forum: Commuting
06-03-09, 09:35 AM
Replies: 19
Views: 828
Posted By Bean6180

Most Number of Flats in a 24 hours Period

I only ask because I had 3 within a 12 hour period.

2 on my front wheel within 25 minutes of each other on the ride home last night. The third was on my rear wheel 3 miles into my commute this...
Forum: Commuting
05-28-09, 10:06 AM
Replies: 22
Views: 1,037
Posted By Bean6180

+1 I live in Boston and I don't have the...

+1

I live in Boston and I don't have the proper rain gear to commute with yet... not like it's actually been raining (Thanks local weather stations) So I've been taking the train. My bike ride...
Forum: Commuting
05-28-09, 08:32 AM
Replies: 7
Views: 452
Posted By Bean6180

I use yellow-lensed safety glasses from Home...

I use yellow-lensed safety glasses from Home Depot, etc.. A little anti-fog stuff like Rain-X or Cat Crap works just fine for me.
Forum: Commuting
05-20-09, 12:53 PM
Replies: 43
Views: 1,425
Posted By Bean6180

Or... could you schedule a meeting or appointment...

Or... could you schedule a meeting or appointment to happen before work? Or meet up with someone to ride in together? I stick to my gym schedule much better with a "gym buddy" than I do alone.

I...
Forum: Commuting
05-15-09, 10:03 AM
Replies: 52
Views: 2,399
Posted By Bean6180

The Boston ride was ok. It seemed a little...

The Boston ride was ok. It seemed a little quieter than last year, but it was still fun. Some decent schwag, but no coffee (?!)
Forum: Commuting
05-14-09, 08:21 AM
Replies: 71
Views: 7,292
Posted By Bean6180

So.... you're all telling me no? Just...

So.... you're all telling me no?

Just kidding. Thanks for the feedback. I now know 2 things for sure

1. No underwear under bicycle shorts.
2. Don't stick plastic army men anywhere before a...
Forum: Commuting
05-13-09, 12:19 PM
Replies: 15
Views: 1,218
Posted By Bean6180

I had a similar experience last night on the ride...

I had a similar experience last night on the ride home- I caught up to and followed an older (than me) gentleman. The road we were on has a few long low uphill climbs that can catch a newb unawares,...
Forum: Commuting
05-13-09, 09:30 AM
Replies: 71
Views: 7,292
Posted By Bean6180

Under the Bike Shorts- Commando, or...?

I have a potentially devastatingly stupid question ... or at least it may seem so on the surface.

Bike shorts - designed to have underwear worn beneath or not? I just picked up a pair and they...
Forum: Commuting
05-13-09, 09:27 AM
Replies: 7,649
Views: 302,462
Posted By Bean6180

I slept in today, but still convinced myself to...

I slept in today, but still convinced myself to ride in. It was worth the frantic first mile- weather was absolutely perfect for a ride. Even the 2 cagers who almost smushed me didn't take away from...
Forum: Commuting
05-12-09, 10:09 AM
Replies: 203
Views: 8,868
Posted By Bean6180

I would rewrite Ragboy's 3 point list to state: ...

I would rewrite Ragboy's 3 point list to state:

1. Make sure your bike is sized and adjusted properly, so when you pedal, your knees don't touch your ears.
2. Make sure your accessories/ safety...
Forum: Commuting
05-04-09, 09:17 AM
Replies: 28
Views: 2,974
Posted By Bean6180

It all depends on what my next move is. There are...

It all depends on what my next move is. There are too many variables to answer the poll question.

Does the SUV have a signal indicating a turn?
Am I riding straight through, or taking a turn?...
Forum: Commuting
05-01-09, 08:25 AM
Replies: 14
Views: 6,077
Posted By Bean6180

Excellent advice everyone, thank you. I guess my...

Excellent advice everyone, thank you. I guess my main concern was that I'll be riding on an aluminum frame. I *know* that they're as strong as a steel frame... but I was born and raised on steel,...
Forum: Commuting
04-30-09, 02:06 PM
Replies: 14
Views: 6,077
Posted By Bean6180

Rear Rack Weight....

Good Afternoon,

I'm in the process of adding a pannier rack to the back of my Trek 1000. (I'll add panniers once I can afford them) I'll be using the bike mostly to commute the 8.5 miles to work,...
Forum: Commuting
04-29-09, 08:32 AM
Replies: 12
Views: 1,036
Posted By Bean6180

Nice Job! I have to cross 2 sets each...

Nice Job!

I have to cross 2 sets each way and my anxiety meter always jumps because I just know, one of these days...
Forum: Commuting
04-28-09, 06:47 AM
Replies: 31,391
Views: 1,282,422
Posted By Bean6180

Sweaty one today..

The temp is supposed to reach 90 degrees in Boston today, so I thought it would be a great opportunity for my first ride of the season. I had been hesitant because of the streets I have to ride on...
Forum: Commuting
04-25-09, 09:47 AM
Replies: 30
Views: 1,549
Posted By Bean6180

So when you ride by them, do you hiss or yell...

So when you ride by them, do you hiss or yell "Hoosier Daddy"?!

Sorry... couldn't help myself..
Forum: Commuting
04-24-09, 08:28 AM
Replies: 27
Views: 1,450
Posted By Bean6180

I imagine that having driving experience would...

I imagine that having driving experience would make one a better cyclocommuter if you are cycling on roads. It allows you to have the mindset of both a driver and a cyclist to better aid you in...
Forum: Advocacy & Safety
04-14-09, 10:26 AM
Replies: 4
Views: 571
Posted By Bean6180

Seriously, Massachusetts? Why am I not surprised?

http://www.boston.com/lifestyle/green/articles/2009/04/14/80m_in_us_funds_for_bike_projects_unspent_in_mass/
Forum: Advocacy & Safety
04-03-09, 06:02 PM
Replies: 125
Views: 6,215
Posted By Bean6180

Twice. The first time was a joke- only got my...

Twice. The first time was a joke- only got my front wheel bent. My second time was last fall- a 24 year old hotshot in a Mustang took a right turn into me while I was in a bike lane. I went...
Forum: Commuting
04-03-09, 11:21 AM
Replies: 33
Views: 1,781
Posted By Bean6180

Last year, I would commute with an old...

Last year, I would commute with an old obnoxious-colored Patagonia messenger bag from the 90's. I'm looking to try panniers for my new commute.
Forum: Commuting
03-31-09, 03:09 PM
Replies: 52
Views: 2,188
Posted By Bean6180

Hmm.... This is an interesting post to read, as I...

Hmm.... This is an interesting post to read, as I moved last fall and am trying to map out a new commute to work in Downtown Boston. Anyone have tips for bicycling through Dorchester??
Forum: Introductions
10-16-08, 03:18 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 275
Posted By Bean6180

Greetings from Boston

Hey All,

Getting back into the cycling life. Looking forward to getting insightful answers to questions, share some of my stories, and hear some of yours.

Cheers.
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