"I'm 5'3 and I ride a 52. Sounds small, but I think that it's a perfect size. It's easy for me to maneuver, and I love the way it handles. I was hesitant at the start, but I really love the size!
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vintage road bikes
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Working Bikes
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Eat to ride, ride to eat
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Cyclists Who Love Cyclis…
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Windy City Bikers
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Amanda's Discussions
Best thing about...
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Best thing about living in or near a bicycle friendly city?Continue
Started this discussion. Last reply by Amanda Apr 3.
UIC Bike Swap Volunteer information
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I am registered to volunteer at the UIC bike swap next weekend (3/9). I received a conformation email stating that my registration was completed, but that is the last information I received. Anyone…Continue
Tags: volunteering, swap, bike, UIC
Started this discussion. Last reply by Vitaliy Mar 4.
Best bicycle specific tool kit for someone on a budget?
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I am in the middle of my second build, and I am finding that it would beto have a bicycle specific tool kit. My boyfriend is a motorcycle mechanic, so I have access to your standard hand and air…Continue
Started this discussion. Last reply by TehDoak Feb 8.
Old (vintage) parts?
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Anyone know where I can find vintage bike parts on the cheap? Went to the Chicago winter bike swap and was disappointed in the selection of old parts. I'm one of those stubborn builders who only…Continue
Started this discussion. Last reply by notoriousDUG Jan 28.
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Mike F commented on Amanda's photo
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"I imagine it's a lot lighter now. Do you commute daily?
I bought mine when I was in 9th grade, probably in 1972. 1975 graduate of West Aurora High School."
Amanda is attending Active Transportation Alliance's event
MB Financial Bank Bike the Drive at Car-free Lake Shore Drive and festival in Butler Field
May 26, 2013 from 5:30am to 12pm
Experience great views of the lake, the city’s stellar skyline and many thousands of other cyclists celebrating two-wheeled freedom during Bike the Drive.Cruise Lake Shore Drive without any cars. Stop by our festival in Grant Park for food and live music, and learn more about providing bicycles in rural Africa.Save $8 if you register for our spring event before midnight on Feb. 1. Those who sign up before March 25 can still save up to…See More
Amanda replied to Ed's discussion 'RIP Sting-Ray Man'"My Dad has his original from 1972. He was twelve when he got it! Thing of beauty! He has three total now, and some day each of the three of us (2 siblings and me) will be the proud owners! I love these bikes!"
Amanda replied to Serge Lubomudrov's discussion 'If you have a bicycle and you didn't ride today, what's your excuse?'"Lies and Slander!!! I hope your bike didn't hear you say that!
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Amanda replied to Serge Lubomudrov's discussion 'If you have a bicycle and you didn't ride today, what's your excuse?'"work in the burbs and missed the train that would get me to work by 7. Will catch a ride tonight though. Too nice out not too. "
Profile Information
- What I ride:
- Road, Fixed Gear
- The kind of riding I do:
- Recreational, Exercise, Commuting, Around Town
- About me:
- My first love is bike riding, and my second love is rebuilding/restoring old bicycles. I'm currently in the middle of my second build. I'd love to connect with other riders.
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