Illinois Prairie Path condition in this monsoon season - The Chainlink2024-03-29T14:26:11Zhttps://thechainlink.org/forum/topics/illinois-prairie-path?commentId=2211490%3AComment%3A963395&feed=yes&xn_auth=noFYI, when the IPP turns from…tag:thechainlink.org,2016-01-17:2211490:Comment:9635872016-01-17T03:25:59.926ZBrett Millerhttps://thechainlink.org/profile/BrettCMiller
FYI, when the IPP turns from asphalt to crushed limestone west of 294, the IPP is solidly iced over. Before that, it is passable. C'mon spring!!
FYI, when the IPP turns from asphalt to crushed limestone west of 294, the IPP is solidly iced over. Before that, it is passable. C'mon spring!! Thanks for the updates, they…tag:thechainlink.org,2016-01-16:2211490:Comment:9634602016-01-16T14:51:48.449ZBrett Millerhttps://thechainlink.org/profile/BrettCMiller
Thanks for the updates, they have proved helpful. While I typically ride the IPP, I'm getting out on the path for a long run, so I'll also update conditions. Not headed to Noon Whistle, unfortunately. Not this time, at least!
Thanks for the updates, they have proved helpful. While I typically ride the IPP, I'm getting out on the path for a long run, so I'll also update conditions. Not headed to Noon Whistle, unfortunately. Not this time, at least! It was surprisingly clear fro…tag:thechainlink.org,2016-01-15:2211490:Comment:9631572016-01-15T02:19:39.634ZTim Heckmanhttps://thechainlink.org/profile/TimHeckman
It was surprisingly clear from Mannheim east this evening. There is ice, but you can almost always find a clean line. I rode in the dark on studded tires, but with due care and caution, and non slick tires, it is rideable.
It was surprisingly clear from Mannheim east this evening. There is ice, but you can almost always find a clean line. I rode in the dark on studded tires, but with due care and caution, and non slick tires, it is rideable. Bellwood usually plows, but M…tag:thechainlink.org,2016-01-14:2211490:Comment:9633242016-01-14T22:54:08.872ZTim Heckmanhttps://thechainlink.org/profile/TimHeckman
Bellwood usually plows, but Maywood is spotty at best, as well as the portion in Forest Park between the train station parking lot west to the river. I haven't been on it in a few days, but based on my experience, 1st to 17th will not be clear. I ride Madison Street through Maywood in the morning, but usually take Maywood Drive and other small side streets south of the path in the evening when the path is not clear.<br />
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I will be riding tonight, so I will update with fresh conditions from Mannheim…
Bellwood usually plows, but Maywood is spotty at best, as well as the portion in Forest Park between the train station parking lot west to the river. I haven't been on it in a few days, but based on my experience, 1st to 17th will not be clear. I ride Madison Street through Maywood in the morning, but usually take Maywood Drive and other small side streets south of the path in the evening when the path is not clear.<br />
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I will be riding tonight, so I will update with fresh conditions from Mannheim east. Elmhurst segment has long sec…tag:thechainlink.org,2016-01-14:2211490:Comment:9633952016-01-14T20:15:37.808ZChris Haineyhttps://thechainlink.org/profile/ChrisHainey
<p>Elmhurst segment has long sections covered in ice.</p>
<p>Elmhurst segment has long sections covered in ice.</p> Anyone out there have any cur…tag:thechainlink.org,2016-01-14:2211490:Comment:9631312016-01-14T18:00:08.592ZBrett Millerhttps://thechainlink.org/profile/BrettCMiller
<p>Anyone out there have any current conditions of the IPP, specifically from Forest Park to Lombard? I'd sure appreciate an update if anyone's been on the path recently.</p>
<p>Anyone out there have any current conditions of the IPP, specifically from Forest Park to Lombard? I'd sure appreciate an update if anyone's been on the path recently.</p> FYI, it was bone dry. That li…tag:thechainlink.org,2014-08-06:2211490:Comment:8465412014-08-06T02:21:52.614ZBrett Millerhttps://thechainlink.org/profile/BrettCMiller
FYI, it was bone dry. That limestone really holds up well, even after the steady downpours that resulted in flash flooding alerts last night.
FYI, it was bone dry. That limestone really holds up well, even after the steady downpours that resulted in flash flooding alerts last night. Bumping some old thread rathe…tag:thechainlink.org,2014-08-05:2211490:Comment:8459122014-08-05T09:46:30.924ZBrett Millerhttps://thechainlink.org/profile/BrettCMiller
Bumping some old thread rather than making a new one.<br />
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Anyone have any early condition reports of the Prairie Path or Great Western Trail between Forest Park and Geneva after last night's monsoon? A friend and I were planning to ride to Penrose Brewing and back today.
Bumping some old thread rather than making a new one.<br />
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Anyone have any early condition reports of the Prairie Path or Great Western Trail between Forest Park and Geneva after last night's monsoon? A friend and I were planning to ride to Penrose Brewing and back today. Thanks Daniel.
It is also ni…tag:thechainlink.org,2012-07-19:2211490:Comment:5723732012-07-19T02:46:10.412ZTony Adamshttps://thechainlink.org/profile/TonyAdams
<p>Thanks Daniel.</p>
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<p>It is also nice to be reminded that "monsoon" was recently an appropriate term for weather conditions in July in Chicago.<br></br> <br></br> <cite>Daniel G said:</cite></p>
<blockquote cite="http://www.thechainlink.org/forum/topics/illinois-prairie-path#2211490Comment571227"><div><div class="xg_user_generated"><p>Bumping some old thread rather than making a new one.</p>
<p>If you ride the IPP (not the Great Western Trail) through Lombard, you should be aware of some…</p>
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<p>Thanks Daniel.</p>
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<p>It is also nice to be reminded that "monsoon" was recently an appropriate term for weather conditions in July in Chicago.<br/> <br/> <cite>Daniel G said:</cite></p>
<blockquote cite="http://www.thechainlink.org/forum/topics/illinois-prairie-path#2211490Comment571227"><div><div class="xg_user_generated"><p>Bumping some old thread rather than making a new one.</p>
<p>If you ride the IPP (not the Great Western Trail) through Lombard, you should be aware of some very dangerous ruts that have marred the path between Elizabeth and the bridge over Finley. About three city blocks of the path are affected, with a total of four-five distinct ruts. They are 5-10 feet long, 2-4 inches wide, and 3-4 inches deep. In other words, waiting to kill someone. Cause is unclear but they need to be dealt with very soon, I would be surprised if they have not already been responsible for injuries. Exceeding ten mph between Finley and Elizabeth is not recommended until you know where the ruts are.</p>
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</blockquote> There are also new, protected…tag:thechainlink.org,2012-07-19:2211490:Comment:5722272012-07-19T00:38:22.173ZDavid Holmquisthttps://thechainlink.org/profile/DavidHolmquist
<p>There are also new, protected bike lanes on Lake Street, under the Green Line, through stretches of the west side. I'm not sure how far east and west the city intends to extend them, but I rode from California to Laramie last week, and the lanes were well designed and smoooooooth!<br></br> <br></br> <cite>Michele said:…</cite></p>
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<p>There are also new, protected bike lanes on Lake Street, under the Green Line, through stretches of the west side. I'm not sure how far east and west the city intends to extend them, but I rode from California to Laramie last week, and the lanes were well designed and smoooooooth!<br/> <br/> <cite>Michele said:</cite></p>
<blockquote cite="http://www.thechainlink.org/forum/topics/illinois-prairie-path?id=2211490%3ATopic%3A394685&page=3#2211490Comment571934"><div><div class="xg_user_generated"><p>Washington is also much better - wider and bike lanes and thus safer - than Augusta, which I used to take.<br/> <br/> <cite>David Holmquist said:</cite></p>
<blockquote cite="http://www.thechainlink.org/forum/topics/illinois-prairie-path?page=3&commentId=2211490%3AComment%3A572197&x=1#2211490Comment572197"><div><div class="xg_user_generated"><p>Washington has the advantage of bike lanes, plus there are no buses (as there are on Madison).<br/> <br/> <cite>Will V. said:</cite></p>
<blockquote cite="http://www.thechainlink.org/forum/topics/illinois-prairie-path?xg_source=activity&id=2211490%3ATopic%3A394685&page=2#2211490Comment572129"><div><div class="xg_user_generated"><p>That was before I knew better, I wouldn't do it again.<br/> <br/> <cite>Michele said:</cite></p>
<blockquote cite="http://www.thechainlink.org/forum/topics/illinois-prairie-path?commentId=2211490%3AComment%3A572125&xg_source=msg_com_forum#2211490Comment572125"><div><div class="xg_user_generated"><p>I dunno. something about the desolateness spooked me. I take Washington Blvd out of the loop. Why do you take Madison?</p>
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