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Bruce
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What's this doing on the Chicago Lakefront Trail #chilft ?
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I find it disconcerting and embarrassing that cyclists leave their garbage along the side of the trail. If you can pack it in, you can certainly pack it out. Or at least pack it to the nearest trash…Continue

Tags: littering, #chiLFt

Started this discussion. Last reply by Juan 2-3 or more mi. Apr 3, 2018.

Bicycling Safety Survey
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Fellow cyclists:We are all aware of some biases held by drivers about bicyclists, and it is safe to say that there is bad behavior from all road users at times. BICYCLING magazine released a survey…Continue

Tags: safety, driving, distracted

Started this discussion. Last reply by Melissa Zammit Feb 24, 2017.

Who's up for a New Years Day -- Night Divvy Rally?
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My idea is to meet downtown at Daley Plaza at around 6 and then head over to the lakefront so we can gather as many people and as many Divvies as possible. We can go around a few neighborhoods N…Continue

Tags: rally, snow, night, Year, Divvy

Started this discussion. Last reply by Bruce Jan 1, 2014.

gravel grinder races
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I'm really curious about these rides/races.   Have you done one?  What was your expectation? What was your impression?  I'd like to know what kinds of bicycles people are using for these, whether…Continue

Tags: grind, grinder, cross, mountain, race

Started this discussion. Last reply by Bruce Aug 27, 2013.

 

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Bruce replied to Jaik S.'s discussion For Sale: 1972 Colnago Super!
"Your profile pic, Jaik S,  expresses my reactions to this bike to a T! So beautiful. I hope it finds a good home."
Jan 12, 2021
Bruce replied to Yasmeen's discussion What's this doing in the bike lane?
"Hi BikeSchnook, can you share with us the website you used to "run the plates"?"
Oct 29, 2019
Bruce replied to Yasmeen's discussion What's this doing in the bike lane?
"Businesses need to have safe and legal places for delivery drivers to park their vehicles, unload and enter the businesses to deliver, or remove, items. There is no special provision that says delivery drivers are exempt from any laws or common…"
Oct 10, 2019
Bruce replied to Yasmeen's discussion What's this doing in the bike lane?
"I really like this pic. Thx for posting! -Bruce"
Oct 10, 2019
Bruce replied to Yasmeen's discussion What's this doing in the bike lane?
"People have done that in other cities. They call it a human-protected bike lane, or something to that effect.  Just “google it”! Bruce"
Oct 9, 2019
Bruce replied to Yasmeen's discussion What's this doing in the bike lane?
"Love it!"
Oct 9, 2019
Bruce replied to Yasmeen's discussion What's this doing in the bike lane?
"The jerk driving the white minivan with plates PN 19377 was parked there this morning a few minutes after 9:00 a.m. and I called 911. Obviously and unsurprisingly nothing has happened to them and they are going to continue to use the protected bike…"
Sep 4, 2019
Bruce replied to Argonne69's discussion Divvy
"Hi Tom, I have 2 lezyne portable pumps  I like a lot. Both have a small hose, stored inside the handle, that is reversable and has both valves. The great thing about the hose is that it helps avoid breaking the valve stem on the tube. Bruce"
Jun 16, 2019
Bruce replied to Argonne69's discussion Divvy
"Were you using the map on the App or the posted one on the station?"
Jun 14, 2019
Bruce replied to Argonne69's discussion Divvy
"Hi Argonne, Did this work for you? I think that Divvy uses regular "Schraeder" valves and I suspect the pump you bought may have had the smaller "presta"valve, although sometimes they have both. Bruce"
May 28, 2019
Bruce replied to Yasmeen's discussion What's this doing in the bike lane?
"Hi Steve, i agree with the frustration but I do think that they are likely using some of the data to decide where to put in new infrastructure. I could be wrong but I hope I'm right. For example, they are building new concrete barriers on…"
May 28, 2019
Bruce replied to Yasmeen's discussion What's this doing in the bike lane?
May 15, 2019
Bruce replied to Yasmeen's discussion What's this doing in the bike lane?
"4th Ward Alderwoman Sophia King will be hosting a meeting TOMORROW evening to discuss plans for bike lanes in the South Loop community. This is an important opportunity for residents of the 4th Ward to show their support of complete streets…"
May 6, 2019
Bruce replied to Yasmeen's discussion What's this doing in the bike lane?
"A communication from the Active Transportation Alliance Email not displaying correctly? View it in your browser.   Connect with us:   http://activetrans.org/sites/images/email/email_header.gif" class="CToWUd"…"
May 6, 2019

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What I ride:
Road, Vintage, Mountain, Divvy (bike share)
The kind of riding I do:
Recreational, Exercise, Commuting, Distance, Competition / Racing, Bike Camping, Touring, Other
What brings you to The Chainlink?
Love of all things bike.

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At 5:45pm on July 28, 2017, Argonne69 said…

No problem. Does Divvy want to call me, or email me?

 
 
 

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