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Melanie K
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Anyone want to help a couple of Chainlinkers in loading furniture? Money, Pizza & Beer/Beverages provided in Exchange :)
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We are moving on Sunday, July 29th -30th, and although I have posted a "labor wanted" ad on CraigsList, I figured why not ask any strong bodied Chainlinkers if they would like to make a few bucks and…Continue

Tags: furniture, loading, help, moving, labor

Started this discussion. Last reply by Melanie K Jul 26, 2012.

Millenium Park Cycle Center Indoor Parking
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I am being lazy by posting this question instead of just going to the Cycle Center, but I would like some opinions from those of you who actually utilize the indoor bike parking there. To preface,…Continue

Tags: bike, parking, Park, Millennium, Center

Started this discussion. Last reply by blair Jul 27, 2012.

Moving in August to a place with a Walk-Ability Score of 0
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Some of you may know that Rob and I are moving to Southwestern Michigan to a town called Dowagiac,  actually about 8 miles outside of town. I checked the Walking Score and it is 0, the only cyclists…Continue

Started this discussion. Last reply by Melanie K Jul 6, 2012.

Saw this on Everyblock this AM - Hit & Run on a cyclist
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I wanted to pass this along:…Continue

Started this discussion. Last reply by AM 9.5 May 25, 2012.

 

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Lisa Curcio 6.5 mi replied to Melanie K's discussion 'The Navy Pier Flyover'
"There was a bit of a discussion of this plan here:  http://www.thechainlink.org/forum/topics/pier-pressure-is-the-navy-pier-flyover-bike-ped-bridge-really"
Jan 26
Joe Guzzardo replied to Melanie K's discussion 'The Navy Pier Flyover'
"I was talking with a friend at work about riding along the LFP from the north side into the loop. I asked him about riding between Oak Street Beach and Navy Pier and he said that he gets off the path at Oak Street and cuts over to Wells to ride…"
Jan 26
Melanie K replied to h' 1.0's discussion 'Bored Monday poll: Who's never pedaled a bicycle while wearing headphones?'
"Never."
Oct 29, 2012
Melanie K replied to Julie Hochstadter's discussion 'Looking to Furnish your home?'
"If I had this in the office, I would never worry about locking it up: and at lunchtime:  "
Oct 18, 2012
Melanie K replied to Julie Hochstadter's discussion 'Who Did You Run Into (See) Today On Your Commute/Ride?'
"I saw Gene and the Flamingo on State Street near Huron. He has the neatest sounding bike horn! Go Flamingo!"
Aug 24, 2012
blair replied to Melanie K's discussion 'Millenium Park Cycle Center Indoor Parking'
"Agree.  Always seems a bit too warm in the summer and too cold in the winter (even if you're the only person using the showers).  Still beats public transit though! "
Jul 27, 2012
JohnK replied to Melanie K's discussion 'Millenium Park Cycle Center Indoor Parking'
"The showers are great and the main reason I joined, although this summer I wish they were colder."
Jul 27, 2012
Megan Hauser replied to Melanie K's discussion 'Millenium Park Cycle Center Indoor Parking'
"I remember being confused by that signage and asking about it. Members are permitted to leave their bikes in the atrium all the time. You get a little membership sticker to put on your bike so they know it belongs to a member. The signs are to…"
Jul 27, 2012
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Jul 26, 2012
Melanie K replied to Melanie K's discussion 'Anyone want to help a couple of Chainlinkers in loading furniture? Money, Pizza & Beer/Beverages provided in Exchange :)'
"Yay- We have two takers. We might be able to use a third as alternate/back-up or just someone else to eat and drink with, but I just want to thank you to those of you who responded :-)  "
Jul 26, 2012
Melanie K posted a discussion

Anyone want to help a couple of Chainlinkers in loading furniture? Money, Pizza & Beer/Beverages provided in Exchange :)

We are moving on Sunday, July 29th -30th, and although I have posted a "labor wanted" ad on CraigsList, I figured why not ask any strong bodied Chainlinkers if they would like to make a few bucks and also get an added bonus of beer/beverages and pizza.  Warning: We have a huge, heavy sectional couch that will require at least 3 strong people to move down 2 flights of stairs. We also have a few dressers, queen bed/mattress, mirrors and other various boxes/furniture. Rob & I estimate this…See More
Jul 26, 2012
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Melanie K replied to in it to win it 8.0 mi's discussion 'I rode today. Did you?'
"It's been hotter and I have to admit I would rather be soaked with rain instead of sweat, but I will continue to ride as it's better than being crammed on a train with 100 other sweaty hot humans. "
Jul 25, 2012
Melanie K replied to BritBoy's discussion 'Riding in the rain'
"I am weird, but I like the lightning and thunder. To me, it seems even if there is a slight chance of getting hit by lightning, I am willing to risk it to see nature in all its fury.  And I usually just pack all my business/work clothing in a…"
Jul 24, 2012
Melanie K replied to Ace Mann's discussion 'A remedial cycling class for cyclist who get a ticket in New York'
"I didn't know you could get a ticket for not being in the bike lane. What if there is glass, a pothole or something (like a door) that you have to avoid? Good thing I'm not moving to New York. "
Jul 24, 2012
blair replied to Melanie K's discussion 'Millenium Park Cycle Center Indoor Parking'
"I've used this place for about 2 years now - no complaints. I wasn't aware you could leave your bike there overnight though?  I've seen reminders on bikes in the atrium that you can't leave bikes there 24/7.  Maybe you…"
Jul 24, 2012
Melanie K replied to BritBoy's discussion 'Riding in the rain'
"I agree- riding in the rain is just wonderful, especially when it is still warm outside. I don't bother with rain gear on days like this, I just wear something that will dry quickly and bring spare clothes to change into when I get to work."
Jul 24, 2012

Profile Information

What I ride:
Road, Hybrid
The kind of riding I do:
Recreational, Exercise, Commuting, Distance, Around Town, Other
About me:
Sold my car and bought a bike in February during a snowstorm, as I despise public transit (unless there is no other alternative) and have been biking exclusively everywhere ever since. My husband and I have done some light touring and bike camping (around 50-60 miles) with my hybrid and his single speed. Looking to explore the world together. Oh, just purchased a 12 speed Schwinn Traveler- I really enjoy riding that right now. Finally bought the tour bikes- Novarra Safari and re-did my '85 Traveler as my daily commuter. I just like to bike.

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At 10:13pm on July 28, 2010, Melanie K said…
Once I get the camera back from my boyfriend I hope to put a few more pics on this site- mainly those of us cycling or doing some bike-related activity. Until then, all I have are my bike locking pictures...btw, the bike I have does not lend itself well to locking the front wheel to the frame and another object, so I am very proud that I managed it that day.
 
 
 

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