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I Rode - Spring 2011

Gorgeous sunrise on LFP today.  So glad Spring is only a few days away!!!

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Permalink Reply by Kevin Mulcky on June 21, 2011 at 1:07pm

I used Riv Splats this winter and can't complain. They work great with normal shoes. They're are open on the bottom, but since i have fenders it's not a problem.

 

You can always use plastic bags...

JeffB said:

Has anyone come across shoe covers that are actually waterproof?  I splurged on the Sugoi ones at REI and they're really only effective if its a light shower on a <30min ride.  They're open on the soles, so eventually water spraying up from the pavement seeps in along the base of your shoe. 
Permalink Reply by in it to win it 8.0 mi on June 21, 2011 at 1:09pm

It's not safe to ride with your eyes closed . . .



H3N3 said:

I think I saw 0 other cyclists this morning.
Permalink Reply by in it to win it 8.0 mi on June 22, 2011 at 10:01am
WINDY.  But, LOTS of bikes on LFP today!  Nice to see.
Permalink Reply by in it to win it 8.0 mi on June 23, 2011 at 8:00am

Mother Nature,

You wear me out!

Sincerely,

Kent

 

Permalink Reply by Melanie K on June 23, 2011 at 8:54am
Windy today, but not bad overall.  I agree with Kent- I am also getting a bit wore out from the weather, but in the long run, it just makes us stronger.
Permalink Reply by Shay on June 23, 2011 at 8:55am
I agree about the wind.  I try to look at it as an extra "oomph" to my workout.  Thighs of steel!  But it does wear you out.  And the drizzle by the lake wasn't too pleasant, but better than rain.
Permalink Reply by in it to win it 8.0 mi on June 24, 2011 at 8:18am

yes, i did

 

Permalink Reply by igz on June 24, 2011 at 8:22am
i rode to the station as usally. but had to leave the bike behind.  plan was to ride the whole way, but the winds from the WNW werent in my favor, not for 18 miles.  Plan B was the bus, take that as far as itll take me (Grand and Harlem) and ride from there.  Bus wasnt moving fast enough.  A friendly train passenger gave me a lift to the office once in Wood Dale. We talked bikes on the short drive.
Permalink Reply by in it to win it 8.0 mi on June 24, 2011 at 8:36am
talking bike almost counts too

iggi said:
i rode to the station as usally. but had to leave the bike behind.  plan was to ride the whole way, but the winds from the WNW werent in my favor, not for 18 miles.  Plan B was the bus, take that as far as itll take me (Grand and Harlem) and ride from there.  Bus wasnt moving fast enough.  A friendly train passenger gave me a lift to the office once in Wood Dale. We talked bikes on the short drive.
Permalink Reply by Stephanie on June 24, 2011 at 9:29am
Nice morning for a ride! The temperature was great, I almost wished for a jacket the first few blocks but I warmed up quick. Also, I noticed they're painting bike lanes on Fullerton near the L, on the north (westbound) side of the street! I don't know how far down they go, I was just passing by, but I hope they're going to cover the whole length from Lincoln to Southport at least...
Permalink Reply by in it to win it 8.0 mi on June 24, 2011 at 1:27pm
That's good to hear.  Most of my route is either faded away or almost faded away.  I just know they're supposed to be there...

Stephanie said:
Nice morning for a ride! The temperature was great, I almost wished for a jacket the first few blocks but I warmed up quick. Also, I noticed they're painting bike lanes on Fullerton near the L, on the north (westbound) side of the street! I don't know how far down they go, I was just passing by, but I hope they're going to cover the whole length from Lincoln to Southport at least...
Permalink Reply by Melanie K on June 24, 2011 at 1:42pm
I ride Lincoln every day and I think that there are supposed to be lines down Lincoln toward Southport, but they faded away a while ago. If not lines then there are at least the little sharrows that have faded along that route.

in it to win it said:
That's good to hear.  Most of my route is either faded away or almost faded away.  I just know they're supposed to be there...

Stephanie said:
Nice morning for a ride! The temperature was great, I almost wished for a jacket the first few blocks but I warmed up quick. Also, I noticed they're painting bike lanes on Fullerton near the L, on the north (westbound) side of the street! I don't know how far down they go, I was just passing by, but I hope they're going to cover the whole length from Lincoln to Southport at least...

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