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Mark Newald
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Out of town chainlinker ideas....
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I am coming to town for Bike The Drive with three ladies this weekend. I have in the past rode on many streets, but am a little worried about one the ladies as they are not used to riding in traffic.…Continue

Started this discussion. Last reply by Julie Hochstadter May 28.

Head light revisted.....
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As the mornings get darker, I am wanting to update my headlight. The old posts seem just that, outdated. Any advice on some good headlights? I want to be seen, and to see the road if possiable.…Continue

Started this discussion. Last reply by AM 9.5 Sep 26, 2012.

Which bike, which route??
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I am fired up for this weekend! I am an out of state Chainlink member, but this weekend I get to ride in Chicago for a few day! I need some advice. Here we have over a foot of snow on the ground, and…Continue

Started this discussion. Last reply by Mark Newald Jan 22, 2012.

In a Fog......
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This year I have added some goggles to my winter riding attire. Based on this site, I purchased some Kroop goggles. I love the fact that my face seems much warmer. However, I do not like the fact…Continue

Started this discussion. Last reply by A.K.A Paul Nov 28, 2011.

 

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Julie Hochstadter replied to Mark Newald's discussion 'Out of town chainlinker ideas....'
"great to see you again! "
May 28
Mark Newald replied to Mark Newald's discussion 'Out of town chainlinker ideas....'
"A big thank you to all who responded and gave some great idea's. We got in some good rides, I was able to get in 48 miles on BTD. We loved the protected bike lanes on Dearborn, which was the street we stayed on. We were able to bring all the…"
May 28
Julie Hochstadter replied to Mark Newald's discussion 'Out of town chainlinker ideas....'
"Mark - You better swing by The Chainlink table too and say hi! We will be at the big top, Tent #25.  The big top is next to Divvy so if you find them, look for the tent next door.  Chicago Cycling Club will also be there. I will not…"
May 25
Julie Hochstadter replied to Mark Newald's discussion 'Out of town chainlinker ideas....'
"agreed about hopleaf.  I am a fan of Konak's next door too.  I love this yelp review "It isn't a dive bar, though some folks call it one.  Call it Hopleaf's poor cousin, but in a good way.  The type of cousin…"
May 25
Zach Roberts replied to Mark Newald's discussion 'Out of town chainlinker ideas....'
"I too will vouch for the quality of Hopleaf. It is great. Another cyclist related favorite in the Wicker Park / Bucktown hoods is Handlebar, though less crabon and more no-brakes. If you do venture up to Hopleaf, I would recommend avoiding…"
May 24
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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
May 21
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Will G - 10mi replied to Mark Newald's discussion 'Out of town chainlinker ideas....'
"Don't know if Mark asked for restaurant recommendations, but while we're giving them, I second HopLeaf. This is my neighborhood hang out, it's awesome. It'll be easy to get to (straight up Clark) and I think it's one of…"
May 21
Mark Newald replied to Mark Newald's discussion 'Out of town chainlinker ideas....'
"Wow Lisa, I had no idea. You have me rethinking all my locks. All I have are cables, and many times I use them on my car bike carrier. Looks like a trip to the bike shop before Friday..."
May 21
Lisa Curcio 6.5 mi replied to Mark Newald's discussion 'Out of town chainlinker ideas....'
"Mark, if you need any more incentive to get at least U-locks, read this:  http://www.thechainlink.org/forum/topics/public-service-announcement-cable-locks?page=4&commentId=2211490%3AComment%3A693788&x=1#2211490Comment693788"
May 21
Mark Newald replied to Mark Newald's discussion 'Out of town chainlinker ideas....'
"Thanks again. I was worried about the bike locks, so I may need to pick up a U-lock. We have cables, and our bikes are full carbon frames. Looking forward to a Chicago weekend."
May 21
David P. replied to Mark Newald's discussion 'Out of town chainlinker ideas....'
"If you're open to roaming a little further, go up to Andersonville and, say, Hopleaf. I really like Andersonville and Hopleaf is terrific, though on a weekend night you will have quite a wait. There are plenty of other options up there. From…"
May 20
JeffB (7+ miles) replied to Mark Newald's discussion 'Out of town chainlinker ideas....'
"Yeah, skip Wells.  Its not good biking in Old Town.  I agree that you should take Clark instead. A good recommendation right on the border between Old Town and Lincoln Park is Perrenial Virant for dinner and J Parker for drinks.…"
May 20
Lisa Curcio 6.5 mi replied to Mark Newald's discussion 'Out of town chainlinker ideas....'
"As mentioned, Wells is not a two-way street until Superior.  You can go one block west to Franklin and take it to Superior to get to Wells.  Unfortunately, north of Chicago Avenue the Wells bike lane is a mess because of some…"
May 20
Mark Newald replied to Mark Newald's discussion 'Out of town chainlinker ideas....'
"Thanks for all the great tips! I am from Michigan, and bike commute to work. I love the Chainlink, and have gotten many great ideas. I was thinking of Friday night and Saturday riding to Lincoln Park or somewhere else North. I think we would all…"
May 20
David Barish replied to Mark Newald's discussion 'Out of town chainlinker ideas....'
"As Cameron mentioned, there will be zero issues with traffic and streets when you start. by the time you get kicked off Lake Shore Drive, around 930 am you will still be fine as its early on a Sunday morning. As far as places to go, Chicago is a big…"
May 20
Lisa Curcio 6.5 mi replied to Mark Newald's discussion 'Out of town chainlinker ideas....'
"Depending on where you are staying in River North you might consider taking State Street to Wacker Drive and then taking the ramp from the northeast corner of State and Wacker down to the Riverwalk.  The Riverwalk connects to the Lake Front…"
May 20

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What I ride:
Road, Hybrid
The kind of riding I do:
Exercise, Commuting
About me:
I love biking. I commute as much as possiable.

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