Mike Zumwalt
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Stop the misinformation
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Rechargeable batteries have been around for decadesIn power tools Double A Triple A in your phones tablets computers...Yes some are poorly made but they don't spontaneously explode on a regular…Continue

Started this discussion. Last reply by Anne Alt Aug 19.

Get out ahead of the privatization of the lakefront
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Rosa is doing her best to privatize and restrict access from pressure and kick backs from restaurant owners to the lakefront Just like the Silver Spoon North Shore suburbanites privately taking over…Continue

Started this discussion. Last reply by Elwood Gruschow Sep 3.

Is it time?

For our advocacy groups to start pushing for safer park paths?Seems strange that Rosa Escareño is allowing 100's of vehicles to drive and park on property and paths specifically meant for non vehicle…Continue

Started Jul 19

 

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Mike Zumwalt replied to Bob Kastigar's discussion Bike thefts are increasing
"Yes and lack of enforcement is why things have spiraled out of control  Speeding reckless driving cars stolen used to smash and grab they know they won't get pulled over  Someone using an angle grinder isn't even noticed "
Oct 1
Mike Zumwalt replied to Bob Kastigar's discussion Bike thefts are increasing
"Paywall but yeah an angle grinder can cut through a Kryptonite lock in a minute  Found a mini chain that had been cut how they got enough tension to cut the chain  Police don't consider it a serious crime even for vehicles it's…"
Sep 27
Elwood Gruschow replied to Mike Zumwalt's discussion Get out ahead of the privatization of the lakefront
" Yeah, I live by City-events-rental-lot/Grant Park.  Between the Latino Music Festival, NASCAR, Lollapolluta, Triathlon, Marathon, and others the stroll in the park envisioned by Burnham is gone."
Sep 3
Mike Zumwalt replied to Yasmeen's discussion What do you think has changed the most about biking in Chicago in the last ten years?
"The driving for sure  For me e bikes 3 yrs ago when Foxtrot was around they had 4 class 2 e bikes for us to do deliveries with and it changed me took an e Divvy a couple times tyen decided to get one "
Aug 28
Anne Alt replied to Mike Zumwalt's discussion Stop the misinformation
"I've had an e-bike since 2020, as well as many other kinds of devices with rechargeable batteries. Charging them according to manufacturers' instructions works like a charm. They've all been reliable with no fires or other problems."
Aug 19
Mike Zumwalt posted a discussion

Stop the misinformation

Rechargeable batteries have been around for decadesIn power tools Double A Triple A in your phones tablets computers...Yes some are poorly made but they don't spontaneously explode on a regular basis E bike batteries need to be charged correctly Trying to charge it faster than is recommended or safe to do will cause them to blow out and explode much like using a charger to recharge a disposable battery Hacking or removing regulators on bikes and scooters will also cause problems You don't see…See More
Aug 2
Mike Zumwalt replied to Mike Zumwalt's discussion Lakefront trail is lost
"I've been e mailing Rosa and Chicago parks for months to no avail  Instead they're doubling down by completely blocking paths creating choke points conflict crossings and having park district vehicles on as much of the path as…"
Aug 1
Mike Zumwalt replied to Bob Kastigar's discussion Making W. Argyle One-Way
"I can't see the plan just a form  Why the opposition? Reducing vehicle traffic through a park? Contraflow bike lane?  Personally there shouldn't be any streets through the parks"
Jul 31
Mike Zumwalt replied to Mike Zumwalt's discussion Lakefront trail is lost
"Last nights Critical mass ride ended at 12th street  Nice quiet spot away from Lakeshore drive Small stage for new bands and one hit wonder 90's bands  Thought it would be cool to ride out to the South end and see Indiana at night but…"
Jul 27
Mike Zumwalt replied to Mike Zumwalt's discussion Lakefront trail is lost
"Rosa Escareno the new CEO of Chicago Parks  The one trying to turn the parks into private property  Completely unqualified just another lifelong city employee  She took over after sexual harassment claims were ignored by the previous…"
Jul 27
Bob Kastigar replied to Mike Zumwalt's discussion Lakefront trail is lost
"Who is Rosa?"
Jul 26
Mike Zumwalt posted a discussion

Get out ahead of the privatization of the lakefront

Rosa is doing her best to privatize and restrict access from pressure and kick backs from restaurant owners to the lakefront Just like the Silver Spoon North Shore suburbanites privately taking over Lake Michigan they want Chicago as their playground too Burnham is rolling over in his grave …See More
Jul 22
Mike Zumwalt replied to Bob Kastigar's discussion Wednesday, July 3rd - No bikes allowed on trains.
"Coming soon bikes because of Lollapalooza even during non event hours or even before the event has started  Such a stupid timeline because if you want to go North at 10 am from a North stop to a further stop North nukes are still not…"
Jul 22
Mike Zumwalt posted a discussion

Is it time?

For our advocacy groups to start pushing for safer park paths?Seems strange that Rosa Escareño is allowing 100's of vehicles to drive and park on property and paths specifically meant for non vehicle use Also if any of our esteemed bike lawyers could shed light on the laws regarding specific use paths in the inevitable event a vehicle contacts a cyclist or pedestrian?Personally I'm getting tired of having to avoid vehicles on the path and getting honked at yelled at and called names while using…See More
Jul 19
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Jul 15
Mike Zumwalt replied to Mr. David Michael Fields's discussion Protected Bike Lanes Not Always Wise
"The Starbucks one is helpful heading West  But like most of the designs CDOT IDOT Alderman fight over them  Contra flow dual lanes on one side lanes on each side  It's an experiment for cyclists by suburban city planners playing…"
Jul 14

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What I ride:
Fixed Gear
The kind of riding I do:
Recreational, Commuting, Around Town, My job involves biking
What brings you to The Chainlink?
I ride a bike.
About me:
20 years without owning a car.

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At 1:23pm on August 10, 2013, Fran Kondorf said…

Hi Mike-

 Those are pretty much my stompin' grounds as well.

Be glad to pick it up at your convenience.

 -FK

At 3:09am on July 28, 2011, Katie Jo Schuler said…
Oh yeah how's your toe?
 
 
 

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