Forum: Ride/Event Announcements
01-03-2008, 10:20 AM
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Replies: 0
Views: 1,045
Light Night Social -Jan 17
Light Night Social
Are you in the dark about night riding? Time to light –up! On Thursday January 17, 6:30-9 pm, the Downtown Bike Gallery, SW 10th and Salmon, is hosting the Light Night Social....
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Forum: General Discussion
12-24-2007, 02:38 PM
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Replies: 37
Views: 7,820
coolest thing I ever found was my sanity....
coolest thing I ever found was my sanity. Whenever I start to lose it, I just head out on the road. I won't question how it got out there but I always know I can find it on the road.
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Forum: Women for Bikes
12-21-2007, 11:39 AM
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Replies: 1
Views: 2,847
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Forum: General Discussion
12-21-2007, 10:01 AM
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Replies: 12
Views: 2,163
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Forum: General Discussion
12-14-2007, 09:09 AM
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Replies: 3
Views: 1,472
balloon antics
Argh, I hate the waste of balloons but on a lighter note...check out the Shins Austrailia video on YouTube -recognize the dealership?
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Forum: Women for Bikes
05-03-2007, 03:13 PM
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Replies: 4
Views: 1,951
downhilljill
we are planning to have monthly...
downhilljill
we are planning to have monthly meetings. Right now we're on a third Wed. schedule. So, if you are ever in Portland your contributions to our meeting and discussions would be welcomed....
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Forum: Women for Bikes
04-15-2007, 07:26 AM
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Replies: 4
Views: 1,951
Elly
I think you've touched on an important...
Elly
I think you've touched on an important point: by addressing the issues that women raise -fear of traffic, intimidation of technical stuff, etc. - we are also addressing issues that men also...
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Forum: General Discussion
04-05-2007, 01:22 PM
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Replies: 11
Views: 3,026
a little empathy
What strikes me about Mr. Hartsook's posting is that it's clear that he had an experience that frightened him. No, that doesn't mean that it's necessarily a pervasive problem, but we should have some...
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Forum: Women for Bikes
04-03-2007, 11:48 AM
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Replies: 4
Views: 2,437
one more thought
I'm a big fan of bike trailers instead of panniers. If you haven't already invested in racks and bags consider buying/borrowing a trailer. For the road I like Burely's Nomad trailer. For trails - the...
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Forum: Women for Bikes
04-03-2007, 11:45 AM
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Replies: 4
Views: 2,437
Go for IT!
I've done a lot of solo travel and have nothing but encouragement. 4 days is a great way to ease into it, you tend not to get too lonely or feel lost (emotionally) in such a short period of time. On...
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Forum: Women for Bikes
02-05-2007, 10:02 AM
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Replies: 8
Views: 3,153
Jonathan, thanks for your reply. My thinking is...
Jonathan, thanks for your reply. My thinking is in line with yours; I do think it could be beneficial and am anxious to see what others think. Perhaps the question that I didn't ask "Who's interested...
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Forum: Women for Bikes
02-05-2007, 08:54 AM
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Replies: 8
Views: 3,153
Would we benefit from a coalition?
I attended the Coalition for a Livable Future's fundraiser on Friday and it got me thinking a bit. It was amazing to see what was going on among the coalition members and to see the progress they've...
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Forum: Tips & Advice
01-30-2007, 08:02 AM
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Replies: 17
Views: 3,417
cycling caps
If you don't like glasses that get hard to see through when covered with raindrops a cycling cap or one of the cool Sheila Moon caps (nice thin thermal fabric and fun colors - very cozy) with a visor...
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Forum: Tips & Advice
01-09-2007, 09:24 AM
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Replies: 27
Views: 6,684
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Forum: General Discussion
12-13-2006, 10:26 AM
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Replies: 2
Views: 1,646
What a friendly bunch!
I usually wave or ring my bell in greeting to oncoming cyclists along the bike routes and bike boulevards and only occasionally get a response. But, last night among the other winter-hardy commuters...
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Forum: Women for Bikes
11-20-2006, 08:57 AM
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Replies: 6
Views: 2,581
Winter Fashion Show
The Bike Gallery will be presenting a Winter Cycling Fashion Show
aka - an evening of fun, wine and snacks, and clothing discounts
When - Dec 11th 6-8pm
Where - Hollywood Bike Gallery - 5329 NE...
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Forum: Women for Bikes
11-13-2006, 11:21 AM
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Replies: 14
Views: 7,139
rims yes, but don't forget the brake pads
Brake pads wear quite fast in the mucky conditions of winter so keep an eye on them. If you don't know how to judge when they're worn out you can pop into most shops and get a free evaluation. Also,...
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Forum: Women for Bikes
11-02-2006, 09:55 AM
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Replies: 14
Views: 7,139
cold phalanges
Feet - For waterproof and breathable everyone recognizes the name Gore (as in Gore-tex). They make a sock that retails for about $48 the Bike Gallery has them in stock. They are great for some...
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Forum: Women for Bikes
11-01-2006, 10:44 AM
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Replies: 8
Views: 7,755
one small step for Portland a giant step for Women
This is great. I can't wait to see what develops on this forum. Cycling is such a great activity for personal growth and having forums like this to embellish the other WOB programs is a very positive...
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