[Arlingtonrider]

I forgot to mention that I haven’t yet found a department store that’s easy to get to by bike, although the Macy’s at Ballston Mall might be a possibility. Maybe someone else can help on that.

[Arlingtonrider]

If you ever happen to ride by Shirlington, you would find all of that (including covered bike parking next to the Harris Teeter grocery store) except for the farmer’s market. As far at the farmer’s market goes, I think there is a great one near the Courthouse metro, which is not too far from Westover via the bike trail. If you visit the Arlington website (http://www.arlingtonva.us), I think you can do a search for farmer’s markets and find a listing of all of them in Arlington and the days and times that they are open. You won’t feel like an alien anywhere around here with your bikes, etc. We have a large and vibrant biking community. Welcome to the neighborhood(s) and be sure you get a copy or two of the great Arlington bike map! I think you can call or email requests for it, and its widely available in the bike shops.

[Arlingtonrider]

You have to scroll down a bit, but this website had a great evening gown made from old bicycle tubes:

http://www.lighteningonline.com/2008/09/09/wedding-and-evening-gowns-from-recycled-materials

[Arlingtonrider]

I don’t know about gothedistance, but at the risk of being boring, I prefer to wait at red lights – partly for my own safety and to avoid tickets, but even more, to keep cars (and cops) more kindly disposed toward our biking community in general.

[Arlingtonrider]

p.s. Happy Independence Day to all!

[Arlingtonrider]

Thank you both for the great suggestions and especially the one about the smart charger. I killed a couple of very expensive dive light batteries by overcharging a few years ago, so I appreciate that comment.

I’m surprised no one else has chimed in here. Two issues are involved – visibility to cars and other cyclists (back and front – though back is pretty easy), and being able to see what’s on and around the trail or road ahead. Any other thoughts out there?

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