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Forum: Route Info 06-12-2013, 08:11 AM
Replies: 2
Views: 628
Posted By lynnef
those are huge rollers on Aerts. Well, really,...

those are huge rollers on Aerts. Well, really, on the left turn from Aerts.

Stay on Wilkesboro till 47, turn right. Ride through Banks :-)
Forum: All About the West Side 05-22-2013, 12:06 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 8,484
Posted By lynnef
I'd like to give a plus to Cornell from Evergreen...

I'd like to give a plus to Cornell from Evergreen to Aloclek - many fewer uncontrolled intersections, no major shopping center with driveway entrances/exits on both sides.
Forum: All About the West Side 05-22-2013, 08:51 AM
Replies: 8
Views: 8,484
Posted By lynnef
I was struck (left-hooked) on Evergreen east of...

I was struck (left-hooked) on Evergreen east of 185th, right by the Verizon store. Heading westbound, 8:00-ish in the morning. Low traffic, very clear line of sight.

I dislike the sidewalk...
Forum: All About the West Side 05-13-2013, 07:39 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 8,484
Posted By lynnef
Ever since I was struck by a car on Evergreen in...

Ever since I was struck by a car on Evergreen in January, I cut down to Cornell on Aloclek, and give the stretch of Evergreen from Aloclek to Cornell a miss.
Forum: All About the West Side 05-13-2013, 11:14 AM
Replies: 8
Views: 8,484
Posted By lynnef
Buffered Bike Lanes on eastbound NW Evergreen

Heading back to Ronler Acres after an evening ride last week, I was very pleasantly surprised! The new pavement is wonderful, but the buffered bike lane is a bonus!
Forum: General Discussion 02-21-2013, 06:38 PM
Replies: 17
Views: 22,072
Posted By lynnef
Glad you are ok!

Glad you are ok!
Forum: Route Info 02-11-2013, 11:38 AM
Replies: 6
Views: 7,912
Posted By lynnef
I was just out riding this weekend. The trail...

I was just out riding this weekend. The trail from Cascade Locks to Yeon State Park isn't done yet. But the new pavement from Latourell Falls to Crown Point is awesome.
Forum: General Discussion 01-25-2013, 09:17 AM
Replies: 19
Views: 35,811
Posted By lynnef
I'll be ok. Eventually

Thanks for the good wishes.

The knee is still tender on the kneecap, and the whole left side musculature is not back to where it should be.

Yes, I am cranking out 200kms. The first try was a...
Forum: Women for Bikes 12-11-2012, 03:22 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 83,333
Posted By lynnef
and you are correct - do not ask how much the...

and you are correct - do not ask how much the fabric cost. Or for that matter the entire fabric and construction. If one is handy with a sewing machine, a pretty basic one can be whipped up in very...
Forum: Women for Bikes 12-11-2012, 03:21 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 83,333
Posted By lynnef
TE maybe or may not have them, but the concept of...

TE maybe or may not have them, but the concept of a "cycling dress" over tights calls more than a skirt. Athleta has a bunch of dresses that would work that way. Also check out Terry - there are...
Forum: Tips & Advice 12-10-2012, 11:34 AM
Replies: 14
Views: 65,353
Posted By lynnef
When I took Traffic Skills 101 (League of...

When I took Traffic Skills 101 (League of American Bicyclists course), they recommended 3 seconds and BIG motions. None of this casual little signal thing :)
Forum: Women for Bikes 12-10-2012, 11:31 AM
Replies: 7
Views: 83,333
Posted By lynnef
Team Estrogen! (http://www.teamestrogen.com) ...

Team Estrogen! (http://www.teamestrogen.com)

(they are local, but mail order only. Wonderful return policy, should it come to that)
Forum: Tips & Advice 12-03-2012, 11:24 AM
Replies: 7
Views: 13,638
Posted By lynnef
Finish Line Cross Country. Lasts through...

Finish Line Cross Country.

Lasts through epic wet 200km brevets...
Forum: Route Info 09-22-2012, 09:22 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 7,912
Posted By lynnef
I think that it is almost time for the last bit...

I think that it is almost time for the last bit of the MUP from Cascade Locks to Warrendale to be done. So no more riding on I-84. Soon.

The HCRH from Vista House to Latourell Falls is closed...
Forum: General Discussion 07-25-2012, 07:47 AM
Replies: 5
Views: 7,059
Posted By lynnef
Go on some group or club rides. You'll be...

Go on some group or club rides. You'll be introduced to new territory, and will push yourself some as well. You are well within the gender/age demographic. Check out Portland Velo Saturday rides -...
Forum: Route Info 07-25-2012, 07:41 AM
Replies: 20
Views: 4,006
Posted By lynnef
I am a randonneur. Comes with the territory. I am...

I am a randonneur. Comes with the territory. I am rather fonder of long gradual climbs than a lot of short up and down.

Read all about it here...
Forum: General Discussion 07-23-2012, 06:59 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 4,217
Posted By lynnef
Bike shops often have ride flyers. I will now put...

Bike shops often have ride flyers. I will now put in a plug for the Beaverton, Banks and Beyond ride, benefits the NW Bicycle Safety Council, Aug 25

Beaverton, Banks, and Beyond...
Forum: Route Info 07-23-2012, 06:50 PM
Replies: 20
Views: 4,006
Posted By lynnef
We just completed a ride where we rode up...

We just completed a ride where we rode up Newberry, and then dropped back onto Hwy 30 on Rocky Point. Great fun! The eventual return took us up NW Springville from NW 185th, dropping down NW...
Forum: General Discussion 07-06-2012, 11:37 AM
Replies: 7
Views: 2,719
Posted By lynnef
You can also search the forums; we've had this...

You can also search the forums; we've had this discussion many times, and there's lots of good information here.
Forum: General Discussion 07-06-2012, 11:35 AM
Replies: 7
Views: 2,719
Posted By lynnef
Google maps, turn on the bicycle overlay. Metro...

Google maps, turn on the bicycle overlay.
Metro Bike There map
Bikely.com
Ridewithgps.com

And, no, that isn't the best road to the coast. Hints: hwy 6, or Little Nestucca Rd. Or to Astoria via...
Forum: All About the West Side 07-02-2012, 06:06 AM
Replies: 31
Views: 7,809
Posted By lynnef
Bob, it is difficult to tell where you are coming...

Bob, it is difficult to tell where you are coming from.

The O page isn't loading, but I feel compelled to point out that the crossing will be synchronized with the existing traffic lights. In...
Forum: Route Info 06-27-2012, 09:07 AM
Replies: 2
Views: 1,616
Posted By lynnef
This should get you most of the way there. ...

This should get you most of the way there.

http://ridewithgps.com/routes/1335018
Forum: General Discussion 05-29-2012, 09:19 AM
Replies: 10
Views: 1,042
Posted By lynnef
on no lights in the dark on, say, the...

on no lights in the dark on, say, the Springwater... I know someone who was riding on the Fanno Creek Trail WITH LIGHTS after dark. Except he went around one of the blind curves, and encountered a...
Forum: Tips & Advice 05-25-2012, 11:02 AM
Replies: 13
Views: 1,634
Posted By lynnef
Nice! I am sure you'll let us know what you...

Nice! I am sure you'll let us know what you decide.
Forum: Tips & Advice 05-25-2012, 09:16 AM
Replies: 13
Views: 1,634
Posted By lynnef
my co-worker's bike doesn't have drop handlebars....

my co-worker's bike doesn't have drop handlebars. MTB-style ones.
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