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Re: Another Insufferable Cyclist
Cycle lanes ?? hmm I recognise that first chap . . . . .http://bc.ctvnews.ca/video?playlistId=1.858788
Cycle Proficiency any one ?? |
Re: Another Insufferable Cyclist
Originally Posted by Kiwilass
(Post 10156639)
I am better than all of you car-driving planet killers cos I cycled into work this morning.
I'm about 10k so could easily cycle to work but 2 things stoppin me 1 - I don't have a bike 2 - I just couldn't be ar$ed
Originally Posted by The4BellsLondon
(Post 10157523)
Cycle Proficiency any one ??
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Re: Another Insufferable Cyclist
Originally Posted by Animal
(Post 10158006)
Good on ya :thumbsup:
I'm about 10k so could easily cycle to work but 2 things stoppin me 1 - I don't have a bike 2 - I just couldn't be ar$ed hehe. Do they still do that ? I remember doing mione when I was a kid ! A big part of the reason I started it because of those new, separated bike lanes downtown. I love them. |
Re: Another Insufferable Cyclist
Originally Posted by dbd33
(Post 10156779)
A couple of Saturdays ago I was waiting on a corner in Toronto (Bay and Carlton) for 45 minutes. Bored, I started counting bicyclists. 107 went by (well some may have repeated) 3 in spandex, 104 in normal clothes. 3 wore helmets; the spandex 3. I wondered if those garish outfits make bicycling dangerous.
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Re: Another Insufferable Cyclist
Originally Posted by Kiwilass
(Post 10158370)
I noticed a strong correlation between refusing to stop at Stop signs and spandex yesterday :thumbdown:
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I ride to work on a roadster with big tires and it'll glide over everything...:)
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Re: Another Insufferable Cyclist
Originally Posted by Kiwilass
(Post 10158240)
Honestly, that was me about a month ago :)
A big part of the reason I started it because of those new, separated bike lanes downtown. I love them. Thanks! :) |
Re: Another Insufferable Cyclist
Originally Posted by adele
(Post 10160084)
Nice one, Kate! I'm thinking of getting a bike to cycle to work (although it's only a very short journey for me) and on the seawall. Any recommendations on what bike to get? Not crazy $$$...
Thanks! :) I also didn't want to spend a lot of money as I didn't know how often I'd be using the bike. What are you looking for in a bike? Do you go up many hills? I was looking for comfort, mainly...I wanted to be able to sit up straight, wear a skirt, commute to work (so some gears) and that was about it, really. I was looking for a more girly -looking bike too (I am shallow). Not interested in mountain biking or anything. I went to Bicycle Sports Pacific in Van which is right at Pacific Street and Burrard. http://bspbikes.com/ I ended up getting this ($439 before tax) http://bspbikes.com/product/11trek-w...sd-73795-1.htm It was just fine on the commute from BBy to downtown van. It's not the fastest bike around but it didn't give me a sore bum, which was nice. I got fenders and a bike rack added to it as well. She recommended another one too that was around $669: (I think it was this one) (I see this one around a lot): http://bspbikes.com/product/12trek-c...d-130987-1.htm |
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Let us know how its going in January. Riding to work in the cold rain 2 out of every 3 days is dedicated, July is easy.:nod:
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Re: Another Insufferable Cyclist
Originally Posted by Beaverstate
(Post 10160532)
Let us know how its going in January. Riding to work in the cold rain 2 out of every 3 days is dedicated, July is easy.:nod:
I'd need to get a whole new wardrobe for starters. And probably get lights for my bike too. |
Re: Another Insufferable Cyclist
Originally Posted by nerdherd
(Post 10156941)
I cycled to the post office earlier (incidentally, to pick up a recorded signed for letter which turned out to be our COPR :thumbsup:).
There is something quite smug-inducing about cycling, it has to be said, not sure what it is though! And so pleasant on a sunny day. As you lie under the wheels of the Ford 150....giving the thumbs up, wink at the paramedic/firemen and display a superior smile as you groan out 'I had the right of way'.....:cool: |
Re: Another Insufferable Cyclist
Originally Posted by Kiwilass
(Post 10156639)
I am better than all of you car-driving planet killers cos I cycled into work this morning.
:thumbsup::p |
Re: Another Insufferable Cyclist
Originally Posted by macadian
(Post 10161110)
As you lie under the wheels of the Ford 150....giving the thumbs up, wink at the paramedic/firemen and display a superior smile as you groan out 'I had the right of way'.....:cool:
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Re: Another Insufferable Cyclist
Originally Posted by Kiwilass
(Post 10160520)
Hi Adele :)
I also didn't want to spend a lot of money as I didn't know how often I'd be using the bike. What are you looking for in a bike? Do you go up many hills? I was looking for comfort, mainly...I wanted to be able to sit up straight, wear a skirt, commute to work (so some gears) and that was about it, really. I was looking for a more girly -looking bike too (I am shallow). Not interested in mountain biking or anything. I went to Bicycle Sports Pacific in Van which is right at Pacific Street and Burrard. http://bspbikes.com/ I ended up getting this ($439 before tax) http://bspbikes.com/product/11trek-w...sd-73795-1.htm It was just fine on the commute from BBy to downtown van. It's not the fastest bike around but it didn't give me a sore bum, which was nice. I got fenders and a bike rack added to it as well. She recommended another one too that was around $669: (I think it was this one) (I see this one around a lot): http://bspbikes.com/product/12trek-c...d-130987-1.htm Happy biking! Adele :) |
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