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Michael J Blane
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  • Chicago, IL
  • United States
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Article Citing 66,000 Person Helmet Research
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Started this discussion. Last reply by David crZven 10.6 Jun 1.

Art of the Bicycle - Museum of Science and Industry
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Started this discussion. Last reply by Lisa Curcio 6.5 mi Apr 1.

2009 Fuji Newest 4.0 - $250
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Started this discussion. Last reply by Michael J Blane Dec 1, 2012.

 

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Michael J Blane replied to norman kaeseberg's discussion 'CDOT Chicago Bike Map Spring 2013... SUCKS!!!'
"I wonder ... could it be that the CDOT and Divvy are connected and that CDOT (who published the map) doesn't really care about privately owned bike shops?"
12 hours ago
Michael J Blane replied to Jeff B's discussion 'Bicycle Computer Calibration'
"Most of the bike computers have a formula in the manual for adjusting to different tire sizes. I've done my own in the past. Mark the sidewalk (tire stem down) roll it at least one revolution, do the math; pretty easy. I usually did two…"
Friday
Michael J Blane replied to Sam Juicebox's discussion 'Commuting to the 'Burbs'
"Here's a link to Google Maps Bike from a generic Logan Square to a generic Evanston (I've taken this from near Quenchers to Prairie Joe's on Central in Evanston). I also commute from near Quenchers to near Elmwood Park; Logan /…"
Friday
David crZven 10.6 replied to Michael J Blane's discussion 'Article Citing 66,000 Person Helmet Research'
"People smoke, and cite to obscure studies that suggest it is not actually dangerous. People drink and drive arguing that it is really only the heavily intoxicated drivers that are dangerous. People don't weat seatbelts citing those exceptions…"
Jun 1
Duane Waller replied to Michael J Blane's discussion 'Article Citing 66,000 Person Helmet Research'
""....I am posting this to bring attention to the article, not to engage in a helmet vs no helmet debate....." "
Jun 1
Adam Herstein (5.5 mi) replied to Michael J Blane's discussion 'Article Citing 66,000 Person Helmet Research'
"News report: helments do exactly what they are intended to do. "
May 31
Cameron 7.5 mi replied to Michael J Blane's discussion 'Article Citing 66,000 Person Helmet Research'
"Before putting too much effort into defending your comment, remember who you're talking to. That actually was one of Zoetrope's more insightful and carefully worded comments lately. "
May 31
David Barish replied to Michael J Blane's discussion 'Article Citing 66,000 Person Helmet Research'
"Lets take the requirement out of the equation. No need to raise the ire of the Live Free or Die crowd and their Harley riding brethren.  It comes down to individual choice.  If I wear a Helmet I reduce the chance of a traumatic brain…"
May 31
dana replied to Michael J Blane's discussion 'Article Citing 66,000 Person Helmet Research'
"not sure if or exactly how you misinterpreted what i wrote, but maybe you should re-read it or offer a response.  it also wasn't an opinion on the efficacy of helmets.  i said helmet legislation is a tricky subject, because the fact…"
May 31
Cameron 7.5 mi replied to Michael J Blane's discussion 'Article Citing 66,000 Person Helmet Research'
"So the too long didn't read is: If you hit your head, wearing a helmet reduces your chance of injuries. However it's still better to not hit your head. While as an individual choice helmets may increase safety, helmet laws don't help…"
May 31
dana replied to Michael J Blane's discussion 'Article Citing 66,000 Person Helmet Research'
"The essential fact is that helmets protect your head if you're in a crash (a small number of people in the context of the entire population of a given place).  They don't prevent crashes.  This makes the benefit of helmets a hard…"
May 31
Michael J Blane posted a discussion

Article Citing 66,000 Person Helmet Research

Hi, here's an interesting article regarding the efficacy of bicyclists wearing helmets.I wear a helmet, by choice.I am posting this to bring attention to the article, not to engage in a helmet vs no helmet debate.I hope you enjoy the article.See More
May 31
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Michael J Blane replied to Andrew Bedno's discussion 'Segways on LFP?'
"Here is a link to a page of Segway Rentals in Chicago."
May 31
Michael J Blane replied to Bill Nedza's discussion 'Anyone Know Where to find/rent/borrow Bike Racks for Bike Valet???'
"Here's a place: http://www.barricades.net/crowd_control_barricades.html Here's another: http://rentnational108-px.rtrk.com/fence-crowd-control-barricades.aspx Here's one…"
May 24
Michael J Blane replied to Beans's discussion 'Meanwhile, on the Northside of Chicago...'
"I thought that hens are OK in Chicago, but roosters are not."
May 21
Michael J Blane replied to Gabe's discussion 'Clothed Volunteers Needed for World Naked Bike Ride'
"Really? Protesters lengthened the war?I never heard that. Mind sharing your source? "
May 20

Profile Information

What I ride:
Road
The kind of riding I do:
Commuting, Around Town
About me:
20 years w/o a car.

Michael J Blane's Blog

Tim Tuten of the Hideout and CPS in D.C.

Great article about a great guy. The Hideout is one of the more bike-friendly clubs in Chicago.
http://www.suntimes.com/lifestyles/hoekstra/1541845,CST-FTR-Tuten24.article

Posted on April 24, 2009 at 1:01pm

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