[Brett L.]

Oh god that’s scary!

Another incident that’s happened lately, and what can happen to those caught in violation.

http://pgpolice.blogspot.com/2017/04/pgpd-arrests-drone-operator-in-college.html
http://pgpolice.blogspot.com/2017/04/guidance-for-drone-operators-in-prince.html

[Brett L.]

@Steve O 159714 wrote:

Ritch Viola responded with this:

So it’s supposed to be reopened by now. Will they be back tomorrow? This looks like a multi-day project to me.
I responded to him letting him know that a sign that says “Cross Here” is likely to be interpreted as instructing people to cross. Also, the truck in the first photo is entirely blocking the area he claims is supposed to be available to trail users.

I’m going to have to agree with your interpretation and not the interpretation that the closed off area is for peds/cyclists. That is an active construction zone, with heavy machinery present (notice the use of hardhats and skid steer on the road). They would be in violation of OSHA rules by directing folks into their site.

[Brett L.]

@Tania 159703 wrote:

Now not only do I have no clue what size to get, but I also have even less of an idea of what exactly I want.

I think the only logical solution is to get more bikes with each different kind of headset, ride them all thousands and thousands of miles, and figure out which one works best!

[Brett L.]

@dhs1963 159651 wrote:

I take delivery of the bike on Tuesday if all went well with medical tests (will not know until Tuesday). I put a deposit down on the bike. I am excited.

@dbb 159654 wrote:

Sweet.

Have you registered for Bike to Work Day? A new bike deserves such an activity.

http://www.biketoworkmetrodc.org/

The problem (from a certain point of view) with making an announcement like that on these forums – no one here cares whether you have a normal bike, recumbent bike, e-bike, hand-powered bike, what have you. The forum only cares that you’re out riding, staying safe, and being safe and courteous to other riders. And here is where the problem comes in – they’ll guilt you into riding more and more and MORE AND MORE!!!! It’s starting already.

[Brett L.]

@Tania 159597 wrote:

A few weeks ago I did a muddy race. Muddy doesn’t even come close to describing it. It was hell. Anyway, the bike had to be hosed off, there was just no way around it. I didn’t do the actual hosing so it’s possible the hoser used too much water pressure or it’s possible the headset just wasn’t sealed very well, but the ring/circle thingy inside with the bearings rusted up badly and had to be replaced. So now I’m paranoid about it and from what I’ve been told/read, the CK’s are pretty darn great. The ring/circle thingy has been replaced but Dirt was surprised at relatively low quality of the headset given the rest of the stock components on the bike.

Plus…they’re pretty.

Ha, the hoser. Tell him to take off, eh, the next time.

But seriously, using a hose to clean a bike is ok, but I’ve heard to never use a nozzle that pressurizes the flow – for exactly that reason. The pressurized flow has tendencies to get past sealed joints and will rust out internals such as bearings. I would hazard a guess the issue is less your headset and more this. Although, a beast of a headset that’s properly sealed never hurts either

[Brett L.]

Damn, wish I could go 25+mph up a 10% grade

[Brett L.]

@Greenbelt 159266 wrote:

From Bryan on Strava

Trail Report: NW Branch Closed Between West Hyattsville Metro and Chillum Park, Bridge is Out. No Detour Signs. I Do Not Recommend Going Around at Chillum Road, Awkward Crosswalk, No Light. Vehicle Got Rear Ended After Stopping for Me.

Verified. Bridge on NW branch shortly before Sligo takeoff is closed due to structural concerns. Me thinks it might be closed for sometime

[Brett L.]

Well, if you’re going to go through Van Dusen, I’d recommend staying on Van Dusen all the way to Cherry Lane. I find both those roads to be relatively low stress (except for Van Dusen from Konterra to Contee), and you won’t have to worry about people exiting driveways or turning around blind corners.

[Brett L.]

@mello yello 159171 wrote:

or this, without MD 197:
https://ridewithgps.com/routes/20655767

You’ll find that Segment 16 is locked off and not accessible (legally).

I would maybe recommend this particular route. I find it pretty friendly,:
https://ridewithgps.com/routes/20659658

Along Route 1, on the west side, there is a MUP that is bike friendly. The only trick is getting over Indian Creek for which you have to go against traffic for about 20 feet.

[Brett L.]

@Brett L. 159167 wrote:

If you can get to Beltsville, continuing onto Laurel is easy (I live in Beltsville, commute to Laurel). Which part of Laurel are you intending to go to? Couple different options presented below – destination is near the WSSC building in West Laurel.

https://www.strava.com/activities/830753010
https://www.strava.com/activities/931770229

If you’re destination is north of 198, I would maybe consider a variation of Rod’s route. Crossing north of 198 is easier west of Laurel than in it, although Van Dusen crossing isn’t too bad. If you are aiming south of there, I would get onto Konterra and enter Laurel through Van Dusen (it’s a little tight between Konterra and Contee at the moment, but that will end if there ever finish the Contee realignment).

And yes, take the ART up to NE Branch Anacostia, keep heading north along College Park trolley trail, then take Rhode Island all the way north until you get to my routes

[Brett L.]

If you can get to Beltsville, continuing onto Laurel is easy (I live in Beltsville, commute to Laurel). Which part of Laurel are you intending to go to? Couple different options presented below – destination is near the WSSC building in West Laurel.

https://www.strava.com/activities/830753010
https://www.strava.com/activities/931770229

If you’re destination is north of 198, I would maybe consider a variation of Rod’s route. Crossing north of 198 is easier west of Laurel than in it, although Van Dusen crossing isn’t too bad. If you are aiming south of there, I would get onto Konterra and enter Laurel through Van Dusen (it’s a little tight between Konterra and Contee at the moment, but that will end if there ever finish the Contee realignment).

[Brett L.]

@scoot 157964 wrote:

Thanks for this link. But I encounter threats from distracted drivers more frequently than aggressive ones. I think they should get warning letters too. Since I don’t see anywhere else to report drivers that are dangerous but not aggressive per se, I guess I should just report them on this form also?

FWIW, my workplace actually considers driving a vehicle in any irresponsible manner (including driving too slow, believe it or not) to be aggressive driving.

[Brett L.]

@drevil 158027 wrote:

Won’t break the bank? I find that Subway sandwich baggies work well to keep your hands and feet dry in the rain*, and they aren’t too expensive at $5 each. The bonus is that they come with a free footlong sandwich!

* – this may or may not be true.

FIVE!

FIVE DOLLAR!

FIVE DOLLAR FOOT LOOOOONNNNNGGGGGGG!

……and now that’s stuck in your head :p

[Brett L.]

Uncertain at this point, but I’m hoping to go. We’ll see how life progresses over the next 2 weeks

[Brett L.]

@thucydides 157178 wrote:

…. bicyclists similarly rationalize their illegal behaviors but were more inclined to cite increasing their own personal safety and/or saving energy. Most bicyclists can generally be described as rational individuals trying to function safely and efficiently given the context and norms of where they live and the transportation system put in front of them.

This

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