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Greg Valent
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FREE !!! 1970s Schwinn Collegiate 5-speed
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A project 'shopping and errand' bike that I haven't touched in 20+ years. Needs tires and cables. I'll throw in an extra freewheel and a few extra cogs, rubber handlebar covers and, an actual Schwinn…Continue

Started this discussion. Last reply by Skip Montanaro 0mi Nov 6, 2022.

Whatever happened to the Southside Velodrome ?
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Started this discussion. Last reply by Greg Valent Jul 24, 2021.

In search of a new helmet
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Since my recent crash, referred to in another post, did a number on my helmet, I'm in search of a new one. My cracked one is a Catlike Whisper Plus, the best ventilated helmet ever. They are no…Continue

Started this discussion. Last reply by Greg Valent Jul 15, 2020.

Hi-performance tricycle
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Since my accident, (2 weeks ago, fractured ribs), several friends(?) have suggested an adult tricycle with a big basket in the back. Well, forget that for now, BUT, as I recall, back in the 1990s,…Continue

Started this discussion. Last reply by Greg Valent Jul 12, 2020.

 

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15th ride to Pierogifest! at Field Museum - 1400 S. Jean Baptiste Pointe DuSable Lake Shore Drive, Chicago, IL 60605

July 29, 2023 from 10am to 7pm
Meet up on the North steps of the museum for a 10am departure. Ultra-relaxed ride down the Lakefront path, through the SE side of Chicago and along the Burnham Greenway to Whiting, IN.It is nearly always an unbearably hot day, so bring water, a lock, $ and sunscreen.https://www.pierogifest.net/See More
Jul 24, 2023
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Tall Bikes, 1961 !!!

Finally found a pic of the tall bike riders who used to entertain between races at O'Hare Stadium, auto track at Irving Park Rd and Mannheim, in the early 1960s. The one time I was there, one rider had a bike made from the headboard of an old brass…
Jun 19, 2023
Greg Valent posted a status
"The current issue, Apr 24 & May 1 2023, of the New Yorker, has 9 little bicycle themed cartoons spread throughout."
Apr 25, 2023
Skip Montanaro 0mi replied to Greg Valent's discussion FREE !!! 1970s Schwinn Collegiate 5-speed
"I have too many bikes already or I might consider it. You could always donate it to Working Bikes or The Recyclery."
Nov 6, 2022
Greg Valent posted a discussion

FREE !!! 1970s Schwinn Collegiate 5-speed

A project 'shopping and errand' bike that I haven't touched in 20+ years. Needs tires and cables. I'll throw in an extra freewheel and a few extra cogs, rubber handlebar covers and, an actual Schwinn head badge. Please see photos. We can arrange a basement or garage pickup, don't want to leave out in yard. Near Montrose and Central Park, NW side. Yes, it's HEAVY. Thank you, Greg (Please forgive the photo orientation.)…See More
Nov 6, 2022
Greg Valent posted a status
"WOW ! Botanic Gardens to charge entry fees !!! (But, WTTW says that it's still free for NB Trail users.) https://tinyurl.com/4dyenszh"
Feb 5, 2022
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M L King Jr

"Late to this, but I love it!"
Jan 24, 2022
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M L King Jr

I thought this appropriate for today.
Jan 17, 2022
Greg Valent left a comment for gk
"Welcome to the Chainlink, Chicago !!! Keep on Pedalin' !"
Jan 12, 2022
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Netherlands 1925

Old timey child carrier.
Jan 3, 2022
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Oct 11, 2021
Greg Valent commented on spencewine's group Chicagoland Bike Trails - News & Conditions
"Don't know about near Busse Woods, but, here's an article about an air pump station at the Southern End of Salt Creek Trail near 26th St. https://www.gofundme.com/f/8tt3n-alexs-eagle-scout-project"
Sep 28, 2021
Greg Valent left a comment for Randy Neufeld
"I saw the Major T announcement. Cut to the chase, haven't ridden since May. A few operations and other medical issues. Hope to still get in the saddle before real cold hits. Take care, Greg"
Aug 22, 2021
Randy Neufeld left a comment for Greg Valent
"Hey Greg, Great to hear from you. I'm still sore after yesterday's ride, Major Taylor Trailkeepers."
Aug 22, 2021
Greg Valent left a comment for Randy Neufeld
"Welcome Randy !!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!  Take care, stay safe, keep on pedalin'."
Aug 22, 2021
Greg Valent replied to Greg Valent's discussion Whatever happened to the Southside Velodrome ?
"Thank you, it's falling apart."
Jul 24, 2021

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What I ride:
Road, Cyclocross, Mountain
The kind of riding I do:
Recreational, Exercise, Commuting, Around Town, Distance
What brings you to The Chainlink?
Been here. Done that.

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At 4:55pm on August 22, 2021, Randy Neufeld said…

Hey Greg, Great to hear from you. I'm still sore after yesterday's ride, Major Taylor Trailkeepers.

 
 
 

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