Smitty2k1

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    That’s absolutely insane. You should be filing a police report for sure as that *is* assault

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    in reply to: Non-owner insurance #1114472
    Smitty2k1
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    I looked into non owners auto insurance when I didn’t have a car. I had just been using my credit card (Chase Sapphire) to cover insurance when I rented a car but learned that it only covered collision, not liability, which is required by law most places. One exception to this is Free2Move/Car2Go, those services provided liability insurance as part of your rental cost. I ended up deciding that the ~$20/day the rental car companies charged a the rental counter would be less expensive to me in the long run based on the frequency I was renting cars.

    Adding to Steve’s point about state farm and bike insurance – I’ve found them to be great and way cheaper than similar bike specific insurances. I have my condo policy and auto policy with them. With the string of bike thefts in my area recently I checked with my agent to see what was covered with my bikes. I was surprised to learn about my $1000 deductable, like Steve has. My agent offered me a $500 deductable for only $15/year extra! No brainer there.

    State Farm also mentioned that if anything happened to my bikes anywhere it would be covered – stolen out of my garage, car, work parking, public, trailside, etc. Or if it is on my car and I get rear ended. Still covered. I’ve been a life long state farm customer and the few times I’ve needed the insurance they have been great. Full disclaimer, my hometown is State Farms world headquarters and basically the only reason my hometown still exists :)

    That’s my 2 cents
    Smitty

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    in reply to: Midnight Saddles #1114471
    Smitty2k1
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    @Steve O 211008 wrote:

    It’s been a long time, friends, since that wonderful Midnight Saddles ride following the Apollo anniversary extravaganza show on the mall. FU COVID!

    Mark your calendars for Midnight Saddles: 2021 Comeback Tour

    Date: Friday, July 30
    Time: 10:45 PM rollout
    Place: Washington Monument
    Route and destination: TBD

    Midnight Saddles rides are social rides. We ride as a group at a moderate pace and end at a late-night establishment. Then we share food, drink and company.

    Not recommended for those with early Saturday morning responsibilities, but if you can sleep in a bit, then join us!

    [IMG]http://bikearlingtonforum.com/attachment.php?attachmentid=14452&d=1490578207&thumb=1[/IMG]

    Note: To maximize the enjoyment and safety for all attendees, Midnight Saddles rides are open to all who are fully vaccinated for COVID. If you are not yet fully vaccinated by the date of the ride, there will be more rides in the future; you may join us then.

    I’m planning on being there unless life gets in the way.

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    in reply to: Third Thursday Happy Hour in 6/17 #1114420
    Smitty2k1
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    Hope y’all had fun sorry I couldn’t make it. But I did get out for an evening ride and had ANOTHER Secretary Pete sighting on the Anacostia trail. This time he was on a bike! He also had a security detail riding a fat e-bike.

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    in reply to: Third Thursday Happy Hour in 6/17 #1114402
    Smitty2k1
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    I might swing by after daycare and show off the baby for a bit. Still haven’t bitten the bullet and gone on the maiden voyage with my stem mounted baby seat but this is a reminder that I really need to do that.

    On an unrelated note, Judd’s original post doesn’t show up on the “timeline” feature in Tapatalk, so the only reason I saw this thread is because of the reply. What other happy hours have I been missing? The horror!

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    in reply to: June 2021 – Road and Trail Conditions #1114390
    Smitty2k1
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    NPS bringing some seriously nice infrastructure improvements to the Mall and surrounding areas. Some disruptions expected but it seems like most work will be done this year.

    https://www.nps.gov/nama/learn/management/improving-multi-use-trails-around-the-national-mall.htm

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    in reply to: June 2021 Mount Vernon Trail Volunteer Events #1114384
    Smitty2k1
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    @Judd 210880 wrote:

    FoMVT cleared the sight line at spot on the trail north of Old Town where the trail splits. I’m super proud of this one. We will be doing similar work this month at Four Mile Run Trail and the Daingerfield Island S-Curve.

    See a short before and after video at:
    https://twitter.com/mtvernonfriends/status/1401284057837756422?s=21

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    Wow that looks great. Chapeau!

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    in reply to: May 2021 – Road and Trail Conditions #1114383
    Smitty2k1
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    NPS has some more info about the closures in Greenbelt National Park. Looks like the north/south road reopens to cycling July 1 but the loop is closed until later in August. It’s still a little unclear to me if the campground reopens July 1 or not. Itching to do a little bike overnighter and looking forward to seeing the new rehabbed camp sites at Greenbelt.

    “Record of Determination for a Temporary Closure of Greenbelt Park Campground and Laurel Picnic Area for Roadway Reconstruction in Greenbelt Park (May 21, 2021) – Greenbelt Park (U.S. National Park Service)” https://www.nps.gov/gree/learn/management/record-of-determination-for-a-temporary-closure-of-greenbelt-park-campground-and-laurel-picnic-area-for-roadway-reconstruction-in-greenbelt-park-may-21-2021.htm

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    in reply to: Sunday 5/23 Coffee Ride #1114358
    Smitty2k1
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    I’m going to go with a no, sadly

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    in reply to: Sunday 5/23 Coffee Ride #1114356
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    @LhasaCM 210835 wrote:

    Sorry – haven’t had a chance to check the footage yet in detail. To make sure I don’t miss it – remind me roughly where you think we saw him?

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    After we got on the anacostia trail and turned north, before the little hill next to the recycle center. Two guys jogging the other direction past us.

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    in reply to: Sunday 5/23 Coffee Ride #1114353
    Smitty2k1
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    Soooo did we see Sec Pete or was I wrong?

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    in reply to: Sunday 5/23 Coffee Ride #1114327
    Smitty2k1
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    I’ll meet up at Philz. No baby this go around though I tried to install the baby seat last night. Who knew the hardware the Yepp Mini comes with is only compatible with threaded stems? Got a threadless stem that’s $24.99 extra and Daily Rider up here on H St didn’t have one in stock so I had to order online.

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    in reply to: Sunday 5/23 Coffee Ride #1114330
    Smitty2k1
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    Sounds great. Haven’t met up with anyone for a ride since pre-covid and I’ll try to be there. It’s my usual haunt after all, and somehow I’ve never actually stopped off at Vigilante despite biking by Hyattsville all the time and being a huge coffee drinker.

    Tell me more about this choose your own adventure stuff.

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    in reply to: Good bike fitter sought #1114311
    Smitty2k1
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    Well I got fitted on a bike at Proteous a few years back and it was fine. Also recently got fitted on a bike by Smiley and it was fine too.

    Neither resolved my lingering issues, but Smiley referred me to a PT.

    If I go for another bike fit I’m going to find someone that also does some physical/mobility/flexibility assessments or specifically looks at feet, as I have a suspicion that’s where my issues lie.

    If I was going to go back to either Proteus or Smiley I’d choose Smiley but I thought they were both good.

    I’ve also seen Bike Doctor in Waldorf recommended a lot.

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