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Greg Valent
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FREE, Yakima Roof Rack, holds FIVE bicycles !!!

Yes, FREE, 1988 Yakima roof rack, a little beat up, all pieces there, fits vehicle with gutters and towers have key locks to gutters. One support tower has been repaired. Went through many years on…Continue

Started Oct 19

Whatever happened to the Southside Velodrome ?
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Started this discussion. Last reply by Greg Valent Jul 24.

In search of a new helmet
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Since my recent crash, referred to in another post, did a number on my helmet, I'm in search of a new one. My cracked one is a Catlike Whisper Plus, the best ventilated helmet ever. They are no…Continue

Started this discussion. Last reply by Greg Valent Jul 15, 2020.

Hi-performance tricycle
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Since my accident, (2 weeks ago, fractured ribs), several friends(?) have suggested an adult tricycle with a big basket in the back. Well, forget that for now, BUT, as I recall, back in the 1990s,…Continue

Started this discussion. Last reply by Greg Valent Jul 12, 2020.

 

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It could have happened ?

Oct 11
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Greg Valent commented on spencewine's group Chicagoland Bike Trails - News & Conditions
"Don't know about near Busse Woods, but, here's an article about an air pump station at the Southern End of Salt Creek Trail near 26th St. https://www.gofundme.com/f/8tt3n-alexs-eagle-scout-project"
Sep 28
Greg Valent left a comment for Randy Neufeld
"I saw the Major T announcement. Cut to the chase, haven't ridden since May. A few operations and other medical issues. Hope to still get in the saddle before real cold hits. Take care, Greg"
Aug 22
Randy Neufeld left a comment for Greg Valent
"Hey Greg, Great to hear from you. I'm still sore after yesterday's ride, Major Taylor Trailkeepers."
Aug 22
Greg Valent left a comment for Randy Neufeld
"Welcome Randy !!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!  Take care, stay safe, keep on pedalin'."
Aug 22
Greg Valent replied to Greg Valent's discussion Whatever happened to the Southside Velodrome ?
"Thank you, it's falling apart."
Jul 24
Paul Nelson replied to Greg Valent's discussion Whatever happened to the Southside Velodrome ?
"A Church bought it , I think."
Jul 24
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What used to be

The bike repair station at 413 N. Milwaukee Ave, by the tracks.
Jun 12
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Greg Valent replied to Greg Valent's discussion Whatever happened to the Southside Velodrome ?
"Bob, thank you. Greg"
May 17
Bob Kastigar replied to Greg Valent's discussion Whatever happened to the Southside Velodrome ?
"http://chicagovelodrome.com/ https://www.wbez.org/stories/whats-that-building-the-abandoned-south-chicago-velodrome/fcdd1e93-fb29-4515-886a-5e6c11fcf7a8 There's still an alternative available: https://www.northbrookcyclecommittee.org/"
May 17
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What happened to the Southside Velodrome ?

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Ice Bike ?

Well, it's warming up, so, a little late for this. (Should definitely have FENDERS !)
Feb 23
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Batavia IL, 26 Sept 2020

"Hmm, didn't take depth into account.  The dog is NOT bigger than my bike in the background."
Sep 27, 2020
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Batavia IL, 26 Sept 2020

Near the west end of the Batavia bike/ped bridge over the Fox River.
Sep 27, 2020
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Stronger rider than I am !

Lakefront Trail, just north of Fullerton, 3:00 pm, 30 Aug 2020.
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Cycle Love

Remember the bicycle wedding photo I posted in August 2015 ? Well, here's a follow-up.
Jul 19, 2020
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What I ride:
Road, Cyclocross, Mountain
The kind of riding I do:
Recreational, Exercise, Commuting, Around Town, Distance
What brings you to The Chainlink?
Been here. Done that.

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At 4:55pm on August 22, 2021, Randy Neufeld said…

Hey Greg, Great to hear from you. I'm still sore after yesterday's ride, Major Taylor Trailkeepers.

 
 
 

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