"I'm definitely a flyer :)This should be alot of fun!"
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Anyone Doing Strava?
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I really just want something that will keep track of my rides and help me gauge progress and this seems like a great tool. Its pretty cool to see how others are doing, although some of the straight…Continue
Started this discussion. Last reply by Tim Heckman Feb 22.
Mark Potts's Rides & Events
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Mark Potts is attending Anne Alt's event
Major Taylor Trail Ride to the River at Major Taylor Trail, 83rd St. trailhead
May 18, 2013 from 9am to 1pm
Join Friends of the Major Taylor Trail and Major Taylor Cycling Club Chicago for our spring multi-distance ride.Three rides will roll:Starter - For new and younger riders - start at the trailhead and ride unlimited laps around the Dan Ryan Woods loop. Total distance is up to you.Roller – Our feature ride - roll down to the Little Calumet River, Whistler Woods and back through Blue Island and Beverly (about 18 mi.)Flyer – For Riders that want to knock down some distance, take a swift ride to…See More
Mark Potts replied to PFEggs's discussion 'Red light etiquette'"Cyclists can absolutely be dangerous - see the case where a cyclist killed a guy in San Francisco goin for a Strava KOM. I've personally had my oblivious moments just as well - and have caused dangerous situations for myself and others -…"
Mark Potts replied to PFEggs's discussion 'Red light etiquette'"Whoever is in front gets to decide, if someone drives like an ass to get in front they are in the wrong. This goes for any vehicle. Impatience leads to a life of problems, as does selfishness... as well as not paying attention to the…"
Mark Potts is attending dana's event
Lincoln Park Criterium at Montrose Harbor
April 13, 2013 from 8am to 6pm
Alderman James Cappleman's 46th Ward Lincoln Park Criterium Presented by xXx Racing - AthleticoCome race in this LOCAL criterium! One-mile course along Chicago lakefront near Montrose Harbor. Cash payouts, raffle prizes, and more!Pre-registration is highly recommended.https://www.bikereg.com/Net/18882The official flyer: …See More
Mark Potts replied to Tim Heckman's discussion 'I'm Tired of Whining about Winter...'"I guess its easy to not go out if you don't "have to"... but in not having that luxory (I have a bike and thats it), I learned how to deal with even below zero temps. Get the right clothes and make it happen... a BIG BIG deal…"
Mark Potts might attend Michelle Stenzel's event
Mayor's Bicycle Advisory Council Meeting - MBAC at City Hall- Room 1103
March 13, 2013 from 3pm to 4:30pm
Please join us at the next Mayor's Bicycle Advisory Council meeting. The agenda usually contains news and updates from CDOT staff members, and an opportunity for questions and input from the public. What: Mayor's Bicycle Advisory Council (MBAC) MeetingWhen: Wednesday, March 13, 2013, 3:00 p.m. - 4:30 p.m.Where: City Hall, 121 N. LaSalle Street, Room 1103See More
Mark Potts commented on Anne Alt's event 'Friends of the Major Taylor Trail meeting'"Love for this trail, I i will do my best to make this meeting!"
Mark Potts might attend Anne Alt's event
Friends of the Major Taylor Trail meeting at Ridge Park fieldhouse
March 20, 2013 from 7pm to 8:30pm
Please join us for our monthly meeting to discuss trail conditions, future events, and planning for the coming season. Everyone is welcome.See More
Mark Potts replied to Lisa Curcio 4.0 mi's discussion 'I would desire that you remember the Ladies . . .'"I'm all for sharing folks the wonders of cycling :)
And yes, I actually was/do think "its not a big deal"... lol, I'll stay plenty far away."
Mark Potts replied to John Greenfield's discussion 'CDOT considers stripping parking on Milwaukee to make room for protected lanes'"Since I can maintain 20+mph for long durations, I like to just ride with the cars. The protected/isolated/buffered lanes, though, are so much more conducive for cruising along at a slower speed and sightseeing... I can see the appeal to most…"
Mark Potts replied to El Dorado's discussion 'A Taxi Cab Drivers Percpective......'"As long as everyone is paying attention, its fine. Walking, driving, cycling, bus/train... moving through this city is dangerous and if your gonna go from A-B in Chicago expect stress and dangerous situations. This is the reality of…"
Mark Potts might attend Ted Ramos's eventWell-Fit Indoor Time Trial at Well-Fit Training Center
March 3, 2013 from 8am to 11am
Indoor 10k time trial on our Computrainers will allow you to compete against other in a fun environment and test your fitness.See More
Mark Potts commented on robert hsiung's event 'Second Step Ride'"I had wished I'd hit 3f rather than straight to the station last time... this may make up for it, but I have to do some scheduling first :)"
Mark Potts might attend robert hsiung's event
Second Step Ride at The Clock Tower
February 24, 2013 from 9am to 5pm
No, this isn't about coming to believe that a Power greater than ourselves could restore us to sanity.It's about trying to ride to Three Floyds every month this year.New beers since last time: In The Name Of Suffering, Lord Rear Admiral, and Supa Rice Ronin of Death.I'll be returning on the Metra, but you're free to ride back if you want.See More
Mark Potts replied to Zoetrope's discussion '"A Bike Map Coded for Route Stress Level"'"Yup.. the only thing I worry about with the big trucks (generally) is the wind that comes off the corners as they fly by... can cause a stressful situation on a narrow road where I have 12 inches to wiggle around before either falling in a ditch or…"
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- http://www.beneficialearstimulation.com
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