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@napes 177731 wrote:

Had a close call on Maine Friday. Really silly driver.
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Yikes that was a close call! Glad you are ok and had the presence to stay upright.

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@LhasaCM 177728 wrote:

Does a recreation center count?

I think so!

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Wow, I just checked out that multi-tool. That’s amazing!!
and a Torx driver for disc brakes!!
HA. I have disc brakes. I can …ummm… sorta adjust them. but someday maybe I’ll know what that’s for (adjusting calipers? just using a word I know is part of the disc brake system!! )
Chain tool included is cool. thanks!!

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yay for games!!
what kinda cop car is that – Secret service, or Presidential Police? (is that what SS is)? I see no words…..

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What pump? If I may ask?

Yes, I heard somewhere about duct tape (maybe from camping/hiking) – and instead of carrying a whole roll, use a stick/pencil etc. and wrap some around it for use for whatever.

Also per Erin & Steve’s posts below – Zip ties – great idea!

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Hozn, thanks! that was great and comprehensive.

Now that I can change a chain and use a chain tool and quick link (Thanks Judd Lumberjack and friends at The Bike House Coop for walking me through changing Judd’s recently) – I might carry those.
I did have a chain break mid-ride (I think it was during the Cider Ride) – and had to go to a shop.
Now I know – not that hard!

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Reviving this old thread. What a great thread!

Q1: What do you carry in your saddle bag (I don’t do the jersey pouch) or pannier or backpack?
Me: Spare tube
Patch kit
Duct tape wrapped around pencil
Hand wipes
Pen (for marking where the puncture is on a flat tube)
Spare rear & front lights
Phone charger, cable
Medical type gloves for dealing with dirty chains

Q2 re pumps: I have not used a C02 Canister, and am not a fan because a. haven’t tried to use it yet (!) and b. they’re disposable. Still, i have one because a non-biker friend gave me one!!

Also, I have not fixed a flat on the road. I’m a noob still!

So talk to me about fixing flats on the road and what pump is best and not over $50!

I have a Lezyne Pressure Drive. Now part of it is missing. I see there are replacement seal kits. I think there are rubber seals/gaskets on 2 ends. I have one on one end, but not on the other. Why would they make something where the thing falls off when jumbled around in a bag! Maybe I should’ve mounted to the frame.

I know this sounds very basic, but hey, I’m still learning!

And yes, I will try to use both of my pumps soon, but most of my trips are local in DC and so I can catch a bus or metro if i get a flat!! and fortunately, after fixing several flats for others at Bike House, I do know how to patch or replace a tube!

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I saw one of those once, in Orlando. It looked like fun! (better in dirt/grass than on the asphalt where they held it)

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If we start talking about handicaps (which I’ve never understood) I’m outta here!!!!

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I know~! That’s not good!

I’ll email you , and if you like (or anyone else ) I’ll add you to the Google Groups list. Apparently, DDOT is starting something re this problem. And we’ll try to help it along!

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Perfect weather for it!

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@excimer34 177584 wrote:

DC created beautiful new bike lanes on L’Enfant Plaza SW (aka L’Enfant Promenade). The only problems is that tour buses stay parked in the bike lanes all day. There are clearly posted signs stating “No parking or standing anytime.” I bike this road everyday and there are buses parked there everyday. In fact, I don’t even see how the city was able to paint bike lanes with the buses there all the time. ¯_(ツ)_/¯

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One way I report/ complain about stuff like this is to tweet @ddotdc and others..with pics times etc.

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Also, if you’re following along, the group decided to start at *6** tonight instead of 6:30.
Get there when you can, if you’re interested.

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@rcannon100 177519 wrote:

Just read Slaughterhouse 5. Am finishing Cat’s Cradle.

Yes!!÷ the footsie thing

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Cool, thanks for the info Lhasa CM. Will read up on it.

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