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Bike Crash Website
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http://chicagoist.com/2013/03/25/chicago_crash_map.phpThis is an article about the efforts of Steven Vance to map…Continue
Started this discussion. Last reply by h' 1.0 Apr 1.
Critical Mass Discussion
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After slamming Critical Mass, I'm thinking of doing the one in September so I can see what it's like to participate. I'm trying to keep an open mind, but I can't reconcile all of the inconvenience…Continue
Started this discussion. Last reply by Mike Zumwalt Sep 29, 2012.
Dutch Type Commuter Bike
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I'm looking for something like this, with an upright cycling position, chain guard, fenders and only 3 speeds (so there's no derailleur). Dress guard not necessary. I've looked online and found a…Continue
Started this discussion. Last reply by Kevin C Aug 10, 2012.
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Barry Aldridge posted a discussionBike Crash Website
http://chicagoist.com/2013/03/25/chicago_crash_map.phpThis is an article about the efforts of Steven Vance to map and track car/pedestrian and car/bicycle collisions in the city. There are links to his latest mapping project, as well as a link to his map of every bicycle accident in Chicago from 2007-2009.See More
Barry Aldridge replied to Juan Primo's discussion 'Citizen vs City on the Bike Lane'"City workers do it because they know they won't get tickets and most of them are idiot cousins of "somebody" so they know they can't get in trouble. They probably drove away because they didn't want you taking pictures of…"
Barry Aldridge replied to Serge Lubomudrov's discussion 'What is your experience with Verizon?'""Consumer Reports" readers rated Verizon as best in the Chicago area (well, US cellular was best, but they're exiting the Chicago market). AT&T and T-Mobile were in the middle and Sprint was by far the worst. I used to use…"
Barry Aldridge replied to globalguy's discussion 'Bike Friendly?'"I don't give much credence to either the Huff Post or the Copenhagenize ratings. Of the 7 cities Huff Post lists, 4 are in the US and only 3 are in Europe - and none anywhere else. Copenhagenize's ratings are based on the number of bicycle…"
Barry Aldridge replied to notoriousDUG's discussion 'I want your busted or unwanted bike lock to tell for sure what works best.'" I have an old (over 10 years) Kryptonite U-lock to which I lost the keys. If you want that, you can have it. My email is goodworks@chicagobarry.com"
Barry Aldridge replied to kiltedcelt's discussion 'Anybody else going to wuss out on commuting because of gale force winds?'"I wouldn't call it wimping out; this is pretty unusual weather.
I rode in yesterday, but put my bike on the bus on the way home; I tried riding a few blocks, but became afraid of being blown into traffic, like envane said. Even the bus was…"
Barry Aldridge replied to Barry Niel Stuart's discussion 'Sobelman's Burgers coming to Chicago'""GFY," another pleasantry in the Chainlink chat boards."
Barry Aldridge replied to Barry Niel Stuart's discussion 'Sobelman's Burgers coming to Chicago'"Look at the very first reply."
Barry Aldridge replied to Barry Niel Stuart's discussion 'Sobelman's Burgers coming to Chicago'"Nice gratuitous anti-gay comment. Such a welcoming community."
Barry Aldridge replied to CJ's discussion 'expensive ticket/fine from metra'"1. Trains do not cause accidents. The train is where it's supposed to be, it's pedestrians, bikers and drivers who cause the accidents.
2. Ticket writing these days is most definitely a revenue-raising tactic by all government agencies…"
Mike Zumwalt replied to Barry Aldridge's discussion 'Critical Mass Discussion'"I was witness to way too many incidents along the ride even from the beginning but I met the winner of the bike winter sticker. I'm such a fanboy."
James BlackHeron replied to Barry Aldridge's discussion 'Critical Mass Discussion'"It all turned out OK. I wasn't hurt and I don't think anyone else was seriously hurt. Drunk guy walked away without too much limping so I'm going to assume that other than some foot/ankle bruising there will be no serious…"
Bike Smut replied to Barry Aldridge's discussion 'Critical Mass Discussion'"That was excellent. Really nice seeing the police take an active but not overwhelming role in helping keep the ride flowing through busy intersections. One of my top masses of my life, and what an amazing afterparty!
Thanks Chicago!!"
kiltedcelt replied to Barry Aldridge's discussion 'Critical Mass Discussion'"James - I was just a little ways behind you when that first shoving incident occurred. I saw you give him "what-for" with your front wheel and watched as he walked along the sidewalk giving us all the finger. I heard other riders daring…"
Chi Lowe 12.5+ mi replied to Barry Aldridge's discussion 'Critical Mass Discussion'"Hey! Just wanted to say that yesterday was my first Critical Mass ride, and it was amazing.
Thank you to Sue, who let me test drive her Long Haul Tucker, to everyone who made me feel a part of it despite being new, and especially to Julie (nice to…"
Profile Information
- What I ride:
- Hybrid
- The kind of riding I do:
- Recreational, Exercise, Commuting, Around Town
- About me:
- I've lived in Lakeview/Lincoln Park for 26 years and bike all over the place. I'm a retired architect and I'm trying to grow grass on our parkway, even though we live 4 blocks from Wrigley Field.
Comment Wall (1 comment)
- At 9:05pm on August 9, 2012,
Lisa Curcio 4.0 mi said… Barry,
I figure it would be good to be friends with anyone who is crazy enough to try to grow grass on the parkway four blocks from Wrigley Field!
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