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Forum: Northeast
07-03-20, 09:44 AM
Replies: 11,196
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Posted By Jim from Boston

˄˄˄˄[/quote]...as well as my son. [/color]...

˄˄˄˄[/quote]...as well as my son. [/color] [/QUOTE][/color]
Forum: Northeast
07-03-20, 09:11 AM
Replies: 11,196
Views: 1,461,160
Posted By Jim from Boston

Hi Rod, It’s always a joy to ride with...

Hi Rod,

It’s always a joy to ride with someone dear to you, as I have with my wife, for many years. I have previously replied to the occasional ride description that you do in a region remote from...
Forum: Northeast
06-14-20, 12:59 PM
Replies: 11,196
Views: 1,461,160
Posted By Jim from Boston

[/QUOTE]Nice hearing from you as a fellow cyclist...

[/QUOTE]Nice hearing from you as a fellow cyclist in my stomping grounds, NomarsGirl, diametrically opposite the usual Minuteman and Metrowest ride reports....
Forum: Northeast
05-26-20, 05:12 AM
Replies: 11,196
Views: 1,461,160
Posted By Jim from Boston

Similarly, I had started a thread in 2015,...

Similarly, I had started a thread in 2015, "Describe Your Commute" as a listing of selected features of the Commute, with 109 replies:There have been changes since then, mainly in bikes and...
Forum: Northeast
05-25-20, 08:38 AM
Replies: 11,196
Views: 1,461,160
Posted By Jim from Boston

[/quote] Speaking of Holliston, again this thread...

[/quote] Speaking of Holliston, again this thread has wandered into my (and sherbornpeddler’s) little-reported sector of Metro Boston.

I have previously posted:[/quote][/color]
Forum: Northeast
05-24-20, 04:20 PM
Replies: 11,196
Views: 1,461,160
Posted By Jim from Boston

[color=#333333]...

[color=#333333] [/QUOTE][/quote][color=#333333]:lol: [/QUOTE]Two Golden Oldie songs come to mind::thumb:[/quote]
Forum: Northeast
05-24-20, 09:02 AM
Replies: 11,196
Views: 1,461,160
Posted By Jim from Boston

[/quote][/quote][/quote]I commute via Rte 1A from...

[/quote][/quote][/quote]I commute via Rte 1A from Dedham to Norwood, and it's a nice route, and is pretty good down to Walpole but I have better routes south of Norwood.That whole area, to include...
Forum: Northeast
05-15-20, 10:03 AM
Replies: 11,196
Views: 1,461,160
Posted By Jim from Boston

Thanks for your reply rumrunn6, Those so-common...

Thanks for your reply rumrunn6, Those so-common paper masks are quite flexible and easily manipulated. As I mentioned, air-flow is good when lowered below the nose,

I think your pictured mask does...
Forum: Northeast
05-15-20, 08:12 AM
Replies: 11,196
Views: 1,461,160
Posted By Jim from Boston

˄˄˄˄ Note to rholland1951, jimmuller, and...

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Note to rholland1951, jimmuller, and whomever:

Another“social” advantage of the mask to hide my ever-increasing scruffy beard. I have looked into beard trimmers, but once had a bad...
Forum: Northeast
05-15-20, 07:19 AM
Replies: 11,196
Views: 1,461,160
Posted By Jim from Boston

:lol: [/QUOTE] [/QUOTE][/quote] My riding...

:lol: [/QUOTE] [/QUOTE][/quote] My riding (commuting) has been through Boston, Brookline, West Roxbury, Dedham and Norwood, mostly on lightly trafficked roads with rare cyclists on the opposite side,...
Forum: Northeast
05-08-20, 05:33 PM
Replies: 11,196
Views: 1,461,160
Posted By Jim from Boston

[/quote]To further tweak rholland1951 's desire...

[/quote]To further tweak rholland1951 's desire for exploration beyond the confines of the known MetroWest of this Thread, I once posted:[/quote].[/color]
Forum: Northeast
05-08-20, 08:04 AM
Replies: 11,196
Views: 1,461,160
Posted By Jim from Boston

ɅɅɅɅ.FYA, I found this post from...

ɅɅɅɅ.FYA, I found this post from 2013:[/color]:thumb:
Forum: Northeast
05-08-20, 07:21 AM
Replies: 11,196
Views: 1,461,160
Posted By Jim from Boston

[/quote][/quote]Hi rholland1951 and jimmuller, ...

[/quote][/quote]Hi rholland1951 and jimmuller,

I LIKED the above particular travelogue by rod because riding through Medford, Winchester, and the Fellsway is a favorite ride I don’t do too often...
Forum: Northeast
04-09-20, 03:57 PM
Replies: 11,196
Views: 1,461,160
Posted By Jim from Boston

[/quote]Wow...that quote from buzzman was from...

[/quote]Wow...that quote from buzzman was from way back in 2009; I haven’t seen a post from him in quite a while; since 8/7/17 according to his profile.

He was (is) a favorite BF subscriber of...
Forum: Northeast
04-09-20, 03:17 PM
Replies: 11,196
Views: 1,461,160
Posted By Jim from Boston

That picture of the bridge brings back fond...

That picture of the bridge brings back fond memories. Every December for about 30 years we drove under the bridge from Mass Ave to buy a Christmas tree from the Arlington Boys & Girls club. Then...
Forum: Northeast
03-16-20, 06:44 AM
Replies: 11,196
Views: 1,461,160
Posted By Jim from Boston

[/quote]That’s a nice way to to mingle (long...

[/quote]That’s a nice way to to mingle (long distance, time consuming) cycling with family activities. I have posted on a few threads: [/color] [/quote]
Forum: Northeast
03-16-20, 04:52 AM
Replies: 11,196
Views: 1,461,160
Posted By Jim from Boston

[/QUOTE]Hi jimmuller, Dittos to all the...

[/QUOTE]Hi jimmuller,

Dittos to all the above wishes, When I read the first line of your post, taking a spill at walking speed, I thought maybe you were starting to learn clipless pedals....
Forum: Northeast
03-15-20, 05:52 PM
Replies: 11,196
Views: 1,461,160
Posted By Jim from Boston

Hi Ghazmh, I enjoyed and was impressed by...

Hi Ghazmh,

I enjoyed and was impressed by your ride description, especially so early in the year. As I have posted about this Metro Boston thread, [/quote] FYA there is a thread on the general...
Forum: Northeast
12-09-19, 03:33 PM
Replies: 11,196
Views: 1,461,160
Posted By Jim from Boston

I didn't watch the trailer, but speaking of...

I didn't watch the trailer, but speaking of Boston, bicycles, and American Aviation Gin, per our recent discussion about the "Peleton Girl" in Boston:
...
Forum: Northeast
12-09-19, 05:26 AM
Replies: 11,196
Views: 1,461,160
Posted By Jim from Boston

Very nice tribute, rholland1951, especially since...

Very nice tribute, rholland1951, especially since my son is a devoted fan of the Mighty, Mighty Bosstones.
Forum: Northeast
12-07-19, 09:29 AM
Replies: 11,196
Views: 1,461,160
Posted By Jim from Boston

I’m at work this morning, and posting has been a...

I’m at work this morning, and posting has been a pleasant break from tediously editing reports. I normally would ride my bike 14 miles home, but due to family activities, I have to rent a car.

My...
Forum: Northeast
12-07-19, 08:12 AM
Replies: 11,196
Views: 1,461,160
Posted By Jim from Boston

:lol:[/QUOTE][/quote][/quote]Only in the...

:lol:[/QUOTE][/quote][/quote]Only in the Hub…:rolleyes:

I thought Weston because outside the window looked more exurban, like Weston, than suburban, like Wellesley, at least to me as a city...
Forum: Northeast
12-06-19, 10:36 AM
Replies: 11,196
Views: 1,461,160
Posted By Jim from Boston

FYA, Earlier today I posted to this thread on the...

FYA, Earlier today I posted to this thread on the Road Cycling forum, “Best cycling city in USA?” [/QUOTE]I have posted about Boston: [/quote][/quote][/quote] Finally, while Massachusetts does have...
Forum: Northeast
12-05-19, 11:37 AM
Replies: 11,196
Views: 1,461,160
Posted By Jim from Boston

Nice analysis mr_bill. My guess is Weston. :foo:

Nice analysis mr_bill. My guess is Weston. :foo:
Forum: Northeast
12-05-19, 06:17 AM
Replies: 11,196
Views: 1,461,160
Posted By Jim from Boston

Are the Metro Bostonians aware of this locally...

Are the Metro Bostonians aware of this locally inspired brouhaha that has gone viral? [/QUOTE][/quote][/quote] I finally watched the ad and I too thought the performance was over the top but probably...
Forum: Northeast
12-02-19, 10:20 AM
Replies: 11,196
Views: 1,461,160
Posted By Jim from Boston

˄˄˄˄ A few weeks ago I attended a Comedy...

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A few weeks ago I attended a Comedy Performance by local well-known comedian, Steve Sweeney of Charlestown, with a strong Irish heritage. He explained the concept of the after-life as he...
Forum: Northeast
12-02-19, 09:42 AM
Replies: 11,196
Views: 1,461,160
Posted By Jim from Boston

FYA, the Charles Ro Supply Company...

FYA, the Charles Ro Supply Company (http://charlesro-com.3dcartstores.com/) in Malden MA adverises itself as one of America's largest model train stores.

My wife and I have frequently gone dining...
Forum: Northeast
11-24-19, 05:29 AM
Replies: 11,196
Views: 1,461,160
Posted By Jim from Boston

FYA, mr_bill, et al I have previously posted,...

FYA, mr_bill, et al I have previously posted, mostly for non-Bostonians: [/quote]

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Forum: Northeast
10-07-19, 10:53 AM
Replies: 11,196
Views: 1,461,160
Posted By Jim from Boston

[/quote][/quote][/quote]When my visitor and I...

[/quote][/quote][/quote]When my visitor and I arrived at the Farragut statue, I pointed out Castle Island and Fort Independence, and mentioned jppe’s destination. Turns out he too had read jp’s trip...
Forum: Northeast
10-07-19, 05:00 AM
Replies: 11,196
Views: 1,461,160
Posted By Jim from Boston

[/quote]I have a routine walking tour of Boston,...

[/quote]I have a routine walking tour of Boston, especially for first time visitors:[color=#333333] This Saturday I had the pleasure of taking a first time visitor on a cycling tour of the Olde...
Forum: Northeast
08-23-19, 07:12 AM
Replies: 11,196
Views: 1,461,160
Posted By Jim from Boston

Hi Papa Tom, Thanks for the reply. My...

Hi Papa Tom,

Thanks for the reply. My advice is based on a strategy I use when looking for reasonably priced accommodations in a convenient location in a city I don’t really know. We belong to...
Forum: Northeast
08-22-19, 06:17 PM
Replies: 11,196
Views: 1,461,160
Posted By Jim from Boston

Hi PapaTom, At first I was surprised to see...

Hi PapaTom,

At first I was surprised to see a post by you, a diehard Long Islander, on this Metro Boston thread but then I was amused when I read the content. In 2013 you posted a similar request...
Forum: Northeast
08-17-19, 04:42 AM
Replies: 11,196
Views: 1,461,160
Posted By Jim from Boston

Nice travelogue, RHolland, of my “stomping...

Nice travelogue, RHolland, of my “stomping grounds." I was not aware of a “no-bikes policy." FYA, my last visit there was memorable, via your stomping grounds.[/quote][/quote]
Forum: Northeast
06-01-19, 02:05 PM
Replies: 11,196
Views: 1,461,160
Posted By Jim from Boston

Thanks for those informative replies, Trocadile...

Thanks for those informative replies, Trocadile and rholland1951. I look forward to my own investigation. Unfortunately your names are still unmentionable. :(
Forum: Northeast
06-01-19, 12:23 PM
Replies: 11,196
Views: 1,461,160
Posted By Jim from Boston

[/quote]Thanks for that post Trocadile. I have...

[/quote]Thanks for that post Trocadile. I have never heard of that trail. Do you or rholland1951 have any other information, like access points and road surfaces, especially paved segments.
...
Forum: Northeast
05-08-19, 06:57 PM
Replies: 11,196
Views: 1,461,160
Posted By Jim from Boston

A few years ago I posted on this thread: Many...

A few years ago I posted on this thread: Many years ago I cycled around Arcadia National Park on a road bike, maybe even with sew-up tires,but not wider than 25C and enjoyed the riding, including to...
Forum: Northeast
04-22-19, 03:00 PM
Replies: 11,196
Views: 1,461,160
Posted By Jim from Boston

Hi blisandt, Are you new this area and/or...

Hi blisandt,

Are you new this area and/or cycling? I always like to make some introductory remarks:
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Also, I have posted a Cyclists Guide to Metro Boston (link), with information about...
Forum: Northeast
03-28-19, 06:01 AM
Replies: 11,196
Views: 1,461,160
Posted By Jim from Boston

On 3/8, I posted: [/COLOR][/QUOTE]Just this...

On 3/8, I posted: [/COLOR][/QUOTE]Just this morning (3/28) his topic was the introduction of electric scooters onto the streets of Boston, This time I did get a chance to make my three points, valid...
Forum: Northeast
03-25-19, 04:37 PM
Replies: 11,196
Views: 1,461,160
Posted By Jim from Boston

In a confusing sequence (to me) I posted about a...

In a confusing sequence (to me) I posted about a recent ghost bike in Back Bay honoring a fatality two years ago:[/quote]immediately and sadly follewed by report of a current fatality on the...
Forum: Northeast
03-25-19, 02:51 PM
Replies: 11,196
Views: 1,461,160
Posted By Jim from Boston

Thanks mr_bill. Your post happens to be a good...

Thanks mr_bill. Your post happens to be a good segue to this one I just wrote:.[/color]
Forum: Northeast
03-24-19, 09:59 PM
Replies: 11,196
Views: 1,461,160
Posted By Jim from Boston

Hi NomarsGirl, Nice write-up about your new...

Hi NomarsGirl,

Nice write-up about your new carbon fiber bike. You may recall that I posted to your previous General Cycling Forum thread, “Test riding a bike", about my experience buying my first...
Forum: Northeast
03-15-19, 10:50 PM
Replies: 11,196
Views: 1,461,160
Posted By Jim from Boston

Since I'm well -known at work as a cyclist, I'm...

Since I'm well -known at work as a cyclist, I'm often asked as perfunctorily as "How ya doin?", "Did you ride your bike this morning?"

A colleague asked me that latter question as we passed each...
Forum: Northeast
03-08-19, 07:08 AM
Replies: 11,196
Views: 1,461,160
Posted By Jim from Boston

[/QUOTE]Just this morning on the 6-7 AM segment...

[/QUOTE]Just this morning on the 6-7 AM segment of the Jeff Kuhner talk show on WRKO, he discussed proposals by mayor Marty Walsh to decrease the speed limit in Boston to 20 mph, and increase the...
Forum: Northeast
03-03-19, 06:59 AM
Replies: 11,196
Views: 1,461,160
Posted By Jim from Boston

So, rumrunn6 , who takes these photos, both at a...

So, rumrunn6 , who takes these photos, both at a distance and close-up? :foo:

I’m reminded of a long-ago MAD Magazine feature about a poor, unrecognized photographer who had to schlep his heavy...
Forum: Northeast
01-17-19, 05:33 AM
Replies: 11,196
Views: 1,461,160
Posted By Jim from Boston

Thanks for the warning; Sunday is my usual day of...

Thanks for the warning; Sunday is my usual day of rest (from cycling), so Monday should be passable by bike.

BTW, FYA see this post on the Touring Forum thread, where is the best place and worst...
Forum: Northeast
11-22-18, 10:16 PM
Replies: 11,196
Views: 1,461,160
Posted By Jim from Boston

In your photo is a peculiar, seemingly floppy...

In your photo is a peculiar, seemingly floppy extension, kind of like a fighter pilot's oxygen mask. Though I've been winter commuting for decades, this weekend, I'm going to REI to refurbish and...
Forum: Northeast
10-08-18, 04:39 AM
Replies: 11,196
Views: 1,461,160
Posted By Jim from Boston

Speaking of civilized traffic management, the...

Speaking of civilized traffic management, the Ideas Section of yesterday Boston Globe was nearly entirely devoted to the urban Boston commute, "Unstuck," with nice coverage of cycle commuting.

I...
Forum: Northeast
10-08-18, 04:16 AM
Replies: 11,196
Views: 1,461,160
Posted By Jim from Boston

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

https://cimg8.ibsrv.net/gimg/bikeforums.net-vbulletin/352x626/pr4iceless_3f2605a870aceedd149cec6d521541ef4c0a75f3.jpg

[/QUOTE][/QUOTE]FYA, I saw this similar bicycle exceptionalism in Toronto:
...
Forum: Northeast
09-29-18, 03:11 AM
Replies: 11,196
Views: 1,461,160
Posted By Jim from Boston

Hi Rod, I had hoped to attend and meet you...

Hi Rod,

I had hoped to attend and meet you and some others, but I have a busy day today, mostly southwest of Boston pretty far from Arlington. I look forward to your report.

JfB
Forum: Northeast
09-15-18, 09:02 AM
Replies: 11,196
Views: 1,461,160
Posted By Jim from Boston

[/quote]Is that picture taken in West Medford...

[/quote]Is that picture taken in West Medford Square? Anyways, I would like to occasionally bump up this chat below, as a memorandum for further discussion.

I’m planning to attend and hope to...
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