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The next Kidical Mass ride is on the 21st. The destination is the Joe Cole spray park.

Dangit, we are gonna be out of town.

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@vvill 25189 wrote:

I would like a Moots/Seven/Lynskey CX build but then I wouldn’t want to lock it up anywhere. So failing that, maybe a Soma Double Cross DC.

Also, a dedicated commuter with a front dynohub, belt drive, disc brakes, pretty fenders and Alfine 11 would be nice. I probably wouldn’t want to lock it up anywhere either though.

I want the exact same thing in a commuter, but can we find it for under $1k?

This would be nice at more stations.

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Oh crap, this thread is gonna be dangerous.

http://cog.konaworld.com/archives/12172

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I’ve been looking at cargo bikes for the past several weeks after reading that article. My wife is on board too. I just need to figure out a storage solution. No shed, or garage, just narrow stairs

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New breed of bike air sucking mosquito? Sorry, not being helpful other than thinking outside the box.

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@SilverSpring 24717 wrote:

I rode from Silver Spring to downtown DC on the Crescent today and the first bit was not easy going. There are big trees, debris, and a few wires across the Georgetown Branch from the Silver Spring trailhead until just past the Country Club. I almost knocked myself out on low-lying tree (and then remembered just how short I am) and had heart palpitations on seeing the downed wires (which are marked with pink ribbons, presumably to warn trail users and add a cheerful bit of color). The oddest part was past Jones Bridge Road where the chain link fence on both sides was collapsed onto the trail for about 50 meters or so…like a Marsden mat covering a lot of shattered wood on top of gravel). The whole bit was passable, but did require some dismounting and I could not go my usual zephyr-like (i.e., 12+ mph) speed. From Bethesda on, the folks who did the clean up did a wonderful job…users of all modes were out and about.

Pretty much still like this the whole way from Bethesda. There is one tree blocking the trail after City Bikes heading North, but there is a space to ride past it on the far left. Then after that you get to ride on the fence.

Take it slow and ride safe.

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@SilverSpring 24717 wrote:

I rode from Silver Spring to downtown DC on the Crescent today and the first bit was not easy going. There are big trees, debris, and a few wires across the Georgetown Branch from the Silver Spring trailhead until just past the Country Club. I almost knocked myself out on low-lying tree (and then remembered just how short I am) and had heart palpitations on seeing the downed wires (which are marked with pink ribbons, presumably to warn trail users and add a cheerful bit of color). The oddest part was past Jones Bridge Road where the chain link fence on both sides was collapsed onto the trail for about 50 meters or so…like a Marsden mat covering a lot of shattered wood on top of gravel). The whole bit was passable, but did require some dismounting and I could not go my usual zephyr-like (i.e., 12+ mph) speed. From Bethesda on, the folks who did the clean up did a wonderful job…users of all modes were out and about.

Really glad I decided to go through DC this morning then.

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Anyone else playing DSJB (Don’t swallow Japanese beetles) on the MVT by Gravelly Point?

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The Bicycle House has a used bike buyers guide

Also, Greenbelt shared his notes and tips on bikes/gear and commuting.

Good luck. I was thinking it would be cool to build a bike from spare parts from what people have lying around. All I have to contribute are some handlebars/stem and a couple of kid bikes.

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From the CCT report page

Trail Open!
From J.A., July 5, 7:49 am

Trail open from bethesda to georgetown. Three areas where downed trees make it one lane, but none come up suddenly. a little littered with debris (sawdust, leaves), but overall quite passable. kudos to all who made it so.

I’ll find out if the Georgetown Branch connector is open tomorrow. There were a bunch of trees blocking the trail by the Jones Bridge Rd crossing after the storm.

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Went to Whole Foods to replenish the fridge. Felt a few drops on the way there. Found out people in Whole Foods are almost as annoying as ninja passers. When I finally made it out of there it was raining. Saw some flashes of lightening and was really thankful that I live close by. Next time I’ll make sure to check the weather radar.

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If you are towing a trailer, then please stay on the MVT to the Crystal City turn off by National. Boundary Channel drive and Old Jefferson Davis are in really bad shape.

Here’s a map from Old Town to Long Bridge Park

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@ShawnoftheDread 23917 wrote:

A local ride with the kids would be good.

There is always Kidical Mass

I’d be happy to drive, ride to a meetup.

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Beer and donuts are the only reasons I ride.

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Just go ahead and change your profile pic to the Club Ride logo.

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