"I have too many bikes already or I might consider it. You could always donate it to Working Bikes or The Recyclery."
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Greg Valent
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Bike Winter
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Evanston Critical Mass
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Greg Valent's Discussions
FREE !!! 1970s Schwinn Collegiate 5-speed
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A project 'shopping and errand' bike that I haven't touched in 20+ years. Needs tires and cables. I'll throw in an extra freewheel and a few extra cogs, rubber handlebar covers and, an actual Schwinn…Continue
Started this discussion. Last reply by Skip Montanaro 0mi Nov 6.
Whatever happened to the Southside Velodrome ?
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Started this discussion. Last reply by Greg Valent Jul 24, 2021.
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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FREE !!! 1970s Schwinn Collegiate 5-speed
A project 'shopping and errand' bike that I haven't touched in 20+ years. Needs tires and cables. I'll throw in an extra freewheel and a few extra cogs, rubber handlebar covers and, an actual Schwinn head badge. Please see photos. We can arrange a basement or garage pickup, don't want to leave out in yard. Near Montrose and Central Park, NW side. Yes, it's HEAVY. Thank you, Greg (Please forgive the photo orientation.)…See More
"WOW ! Botanic Gardens to charge entry fees !!! (But, WTTW says that it's still free for NB Trail users.) https://tinyurl.com/4dyenszh"
"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"
"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"
"Hey Greg, Great to hear from you. I'm still sore after yesterday's ride, Major Taylor Trailkeepers."
"Welcome Randy !!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! Take care, stay safe, keep on pedalin'."
"Thank you, it's falling apart."
"A Church bought it , I think."
"Bob, thank you. Greg"
Profile Information
- 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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