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March 1, 2021: End of days or beginning of Xanadu ?
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With today being perhaps the last sub-freezing day of winter, does today also portend unimaginable animosity between drivers and other road users (namely cyclists)?Today begins Emmanuel-enabled and…Continue

Started this discussion. Last reply by David Barish Mar 1, 2021.

Current state of GPS units for navigation - 2018
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I haven't seen much discussion in awhile on the current state of GPS units and am soliciting opinions.I'm mostly concerned with navigation, not all the performance metrics of which these things are…Continue

Tags: MTB, Project, Mapmyride, RidewithGPS, Garmin

Started this discussion. Last reply by Dirke Jul 26, 2018.

Knickerbakken will be at 2017 Chicago Winter bike swap. Buy my flatfolio™!
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Hey Chainlinkers!  Just reminding everyone that tomorrow is the 2017 Winter bike swap at Jak’s Tap (info on Events page).  I will be there selling my Knickerbakken flatfolio™, a stylishly ingenious…Continue

Tags: gift, flatfolio, knickerbakken

Started this discussion. Last reply by Barry Feb 5, 2017.

Knickerbakken cell phone holsters for sale locally Wed eves at Revolution Brewery
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Hey Chainlinkers,I made a lot of my cell phone holsters for the Winter bike swap and still have a bunch left over.  They'll soon be going to a few local shops (where they'll probably be more…Continue

Started this discussion. Last reply by Dirke Feb 26, 2014.

 

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Dirke replied to Elwood Gruschow's discussion Rails, Trails, and Ales again in 2024
"Just confirming that this bizarre train is actually a thing, Saturdays until Oct. 12.  I rode it yesterday: 10:33 out of union station to Willow Springs, 2:16 pm return from Willow Springs. There were 6 cyclists on the whole train"
Sep 8
Dirke replied to Elwood Gruschow's discussion Rails, Trails, and Ales again in 2024
"In a particularly curious turn of events, I just called Metra customer service and was this time told that YES, the HC Saturday 6 week event will indeed start tomorrow.  When I inquired why, when I called just one week ago today, was I told…"
Sep 6
Dirke replied to Elwood Gruschow's discussion Rails, Trails, and Ales again in 2024
"Each of these brochures lists a different starting date.  While neither brochure has a year printed on it, the starting saturdays suggest that one is for 2023 while the other is for 2024.  I called Metra about this just last week and was…"
Sep 6
Dirke replied to Bob Kastigar's discussion Pedestrian Bridge Planned For Pratt Boulevard Over North Shore Channel
"Arguments about the Weber Spur aside, it has to be noted that the little Village of Lincolnwood has gotten more bike infrastructure accomplished (or more impressive anyway) than the city of Chicago in the 23 years I've lived here.  I…"
Aug 13, 2021
David Barish replied to Dirke's discussion March 1, 2021: End of days or beginning of Xanadu ?
"Dirke, I  hear you and  I  suspect some drivers will think that way. I use all modes in the city.  I drive.  I use CTA and Metra. I ride. I walk. There is no question the  City of Chicago's decision to have cameras…"
Mar 1, 2021
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March 1, 2021: End of days or beginning of Xanadu ?

With today being perhaps the last sub-freezing day of winter, does today also portend unimaginable animosity between drivers and other road users (namely cyclists)?Today begins Emmanuel-enabled and Lightfoot-enhanced ticketing by automated cameras for drivers going 6mph and higher above the speed limit. From the Chicago Tribune:As the city prepares to start ticketing drivers in Chicago going as little as 6 mph over the posted speed limit, warnings mailed to people caught exceeding the new…See More
Mar 1, 2021
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Dirke replied to Elwood Gruschow's discussion Stainless steel chains
"https://cyclingtips.com/2019/12/the-best-bicycle-chain-durability-and-efficiency-tested/#most-durable-11-speed TLDR:  As long as you continue to employ your chain checker (and maybe clean your chains more/better), you'll get the most…"
Jan 25, 2021
Dirke replied to Elwood Gruschow's discussion Store Inverted?
"Elwood,  Remember, Google is your friend.  But I remember having this question once, and at the time, found the question answered by Lennard Zinn.  I'll save you the trouble of a link.  FWIW, I've stored 2 bikes…"
Sep 15, 2020
Dirke replied to curt(is) locke's discussion Craigslist disconnect
"Phew, I thought it was just me. Craigslist used to be great. I found and easily purchased many parts in various states of use for what I believed to be fair prices from friendly and interesting people. In the last few years, I have found that the…"
May 14, 2020
Dirke replied to Tim's discussion Entry Level Touring/Gravel Bike (Under $1000)
"Justwill has made solid recommendations. I would second his inclination toward a bike with thru-axles, as opposed to quick-releases, as they make a significant difference with disc brakes. The Trek Checkpoint he references does seem like a good…"
Apr 25, 2020
Dirke replied to Renee Patten's discussion Careful with physical distancing on forest preserve trails, we don't want the districts to shut them down to people
"Without trying to sound combative, it seems that the Forest Preserve officials have an anti-bike bent. I would ask how you come to know what "they" are observing.  If you're privy to Forest Preserve officials, I would ask that…"
Apr 6, 2020
Dirke replied to Michael Neal's discussion Three Floyds Warning
"Regardless, NICE Black Lightning!"
Dec 29, 2019
Dirke replied to Dave Grossman's discussion Milwaukee Bike Bazaar Happening This Year
"I too have enjoyed going to this show for about the last 6? years so I fired off an email at lunch to the address listed on FB and just got a response.  Retrogrouches rejoice! Thanks for reaching out. We had to move the date due to the school…"
Oct 24, 2019
Dirke replied to V W's discussion Bike parking etiquette
"I want to give props to the OP and say that I appreciate respectful rack etiquette in high density parking areas, especially when there is very low probability of theft, like right in front of the lifeguard office at Osterman beach.  I managed…"
Sep 13, 2019
Dirke replied to Apie (11)'s discussion Des Plaines Trail to Illinois Prairie Trail to Noon Whistle
"It's been about 3 years but I have been on the DP "trail" south of North Ave to about Chicago. The bridge over the river at North Ave is abandoned rail and has been rainbow painted and an apparently popular teen hangout spot. As per…"
Aug 23, 2019
Dirke replied to Phillip Hutchinson's discussion Road and/or gravel routes around Traverse City, MI
"FYI, www.ridewithgps.com lists 58 rides including gravel within 25 miles of Traverse City, like this one... https://ridewithgps.com/routes/3059908 Ok... back to work."
Jul 9, 2019

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What I ride:
Road, Mountain, Cyclocross
The kind of riding I do:
Recreational, Exercise, Commuting, Distance, Around Town
What brings you to The Chainlink?
inertia
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