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@n18 199927 wrote:

What can you do to change it:

Since it’s being recommended everyone wear masks, do it. Make sure it is super bright and colorful, as a visual reminder of why we’re all in this predicament. A Buff worked until I make myself something better. It gets a lot of attention.

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@rcannon100 199929 wrote:

The roads have WAY LESS traffic. CLOSE THEM. 😎

I nominate Glebe Rd from north to south Arlington. Too many lanes anyway, so close one on each side. It would take some traffic off the W&OD.

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@consularrider 199916 wrote:

No option above 65 mm width.

The reply I received: “Most of their data points are from the World Tour road teams. For wider tires maybe try to find a resource from the mtb world.”

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Down the rabbit hole….. A couple tidbits from today’s livestream with Josh Poertner, tire nerd extraordinaire. Josh serves pro athletes and teams and spends a lot of time deflating their tires

Want to pick tires based on their rolling resistance? This site has all the data, collected through actual testing.
How do your favorite tires rate? https://www.bicyclerollingresistance.com/

Want to know the perfect tire pressure for you and your bike setup? (Hint: Pumping up the tire to the specs written on the sidewall is the wrong answer.) Silca’s Professional Pressure Calculator uses an algorithm validated by what worked for riders in the Paris-Roubaix and Dirty Kanza.
Try it yourself: https://info.silca.cc/silca-professional-pressure-calculator

Did you know the C in 700c stands for “crochet” or hook? Want an explanation of hooked vs. hookless rims, and what the future holds there? What does “supple” really mean?
Watch today’s recording: https://youtu.be/WDgE8jXuk2U

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Two livestream #CoffeeOutside things happening this week. Join the bike nerds!

Thursday April 2nd at 3:15 PM
Your tires are lying to you, discussing tire pressure with Josh Poertner from Silca
https://youtu.be/WDgE8jXuk2U

Friday April 3rd at 3:00 PM
Small bike business advice, with Jude Gerace (formerly of Sugar Wheel Works)
https://youtu.be/W6c8289TGQQ

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Path Less Pedaled hosted a livestream last night, titled “Bikes and Bourbon.” Russ invited some guests (GravelStoke, Bearclaw Bicycles, Spindatt, Angus and Jude Gerace) to a Zoom meeting, then livestreamed the conversation via YouTube where more casual observers could participate by asking questions in the comments. Lots of cool discussion about gravel bike technology, from small US businesses doing great work. While sipping the good stuff in front of a fireplace or on the front porch.

I missed the whole thing, but the recording is on the YouTube channel here:
https://youtu.be/NfFkQdbUy0s

A great question was asked: “Biking is such a social activity, and so many bike shops hang their hat on being a community resource. What do you do now that you can’t congregate?” Watch to see how people are building community around bikes today.

There’s another livestream coming up this week, Thursday April 2nd at 3:15 (Eastern). The topic is tire pressure, going down the rabbit hole and challenging notions about the right amount of air to support a comfortable ride (“Your tires are lying to you”). Guest Josh Poertner from Silca.
https://youtu.be/WDgE8jXuk2U

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FAQ from the Virginia governor’s office on outdoor recreation.

Outdoor Recreation

Can I still exercise? Take my family to the park for fresh air? Take a walk around the block?

Yes, as long as you are maintaining a safe social distance of six feet from people who are not a part of your household. Gyms, fitness centers, indoor recreation centers and indoor sports facilities must close.

Does this order affect hiking? State Parks?

No, you may still go outside so long as you practice social distancing of six feet. Virginia State Parks have closed visitor centers, but trails and outdoor spaces are still open. For information on Virginia State Parks, please see here.

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Guidance from NOVA Parks (i.e., the W&OD trail):

As per Governor Ralph Northam’s Stay at Home Order, issued today and effective immediately, do not drive to our parks. If you live close enough to walk or ride a bike you may access the trails, but there is no parking. Also please note, Governor Ralph Northam stated all Virginia residents only make essential trips which including seeking medical attention, work, care for family or household members, obtain goods and services like groceries, and prescriptions.

If you are seeking recreation and physical activity look for a park that is within walking or biking distance of your home. Please note: no picnicking, sports, boating or fishing are allowed at this time at NOVA Parks. You may walk on the trails only if you can get to them by foot or on bicycle.

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@drevil 199665 wrote:

Thanks for this post. I like Russ and his channel, bingeing when work is slow. I wish I knew about that Zoom session, I might’ve joined

Absolutely! He had just created a Zoom account, and floated today’s meetup as a trial balloon to see how it would go and what kind of interest he’d get. I only received the invite last night. Based on a great conversation, there will definitely be more to come; I’ll try to spread the word. It was really fun talking to them in person.

Yeah, lots of great content to fill time, and keep on in the background while teleworking

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Parks & Recreation Closures due to COVID-19
Arlington Closes its Parks, Fields, and Playgrounds

Arlington County is committed to the health and safety of our community and our employees. Effectively immediately, all Arlington County/APS parks, fields, playgrounds, restrooms, tracks, dog parks and athletic courts are closed due to the COVID-19 outbreak. Signs will be posted at all affected locations. Park visitors are asked to adhere to all closure notices and current social distancing recommendations.

Trails and community gardens are also closed to groups. Please exercise and garden alone. In order to stop the spread of COVID-19, it is important that everyone take personal responsibility and practice social distancing and wash your hands frequently. To keep updated on the status of COVID-19, please visit the County’s webpage. Be sure to sign up for Arlington Alert for County updates and here for Parks & Recreation’s eNews.

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Spokes Etc also, they sent out this notice today: https://www.spokesetc.com/articles/covid-19-updates-pg1581.htm?=true

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Potomac Pedalers canceled all of their group rides. I think they’re the biggest club around.

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Pics of new drainage features on 4MRT behind the apartments at Lang Street.

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@ChristoB50 198663 wrote:

A beautiful day to bike up to the cathedral, and enjoy the stunning stained glass light inside! Thanks to everyone who ventured out this morning to join my group ride!
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Thank YOU for hosting an excellent and most interesting tour! What a treat, we were very glad we got ourselves out early to come along.

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Woot! Lucked out on the plum assignment across from Crystal City Waterpark, I’ll be having lunch by the fountain.

Idea: Since I presume there’s a one-block area to monitor and both sides of the street, I might keep a scooter handy to buzz around. Depending on how much activity there is.

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How did we lose the northbound bike lane in this deal? I’ve taken the sidewalk there on occasion, but now the bus lane will be the most appealing option.

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