Since we're talking about regional issues, I can give an example from the
bay area of how this stuff plays out. SF, as must people are aware, is no
longer affordable by any definition, so the majority of working class folks
live across the bay. The Golden Gate Bridge has a bike lane, so plenty o
"Masmojo" (sorry, don't know your name) said:
*I think the point is (& this is lost in modern politics) that advocacy
should be about everyone, you should not vote for or against anything or
anyone based solely on how it effects you personally, but how it effects
society as a whole. *
I agree w
I should point out that when I am talking about the middle class I mean middle
class cyclists, because I know someone is gonna comment on that even though
it's implied.
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OK, well aside from your bucolic area of Albuquerque (which sounds awful sweet
compared to the one I've visited on many occasions on my nomadic travels back &
forth from Texas to Cali.) In most areas of the country including where my mom
used to live in Napa Valley low income people do the major
Patrick-
People of Color represents a more modern or post-modern approach to
critically examining issues of Whiteness and how it is used to exert
oppression, dominance and power over folks who lack it. A more off-line
conversation that I'd love to have if you want to.
I found for myself that I
I've lived in ABQ for over 27 years, and I've looked behind many
restaurants and been out on the streets very often before 8 am, and no,
around here you don't see many Hispanics (because that's who we are talking
about) riding bikes to work. Most of the local riders-by-need, as opposed
to the local
Well, maybe in New Mexico the commuters are white, middle class or whatever. I
don't live there so I won't second guess you, but I seriously doubt it's any
different than here.
I will say that white middle class commuters are probably more visible. You
don't see the others, because by the tim
This is something of a Segway, but pertinent to the thread.
I'm puzzled by the angst expressed over the state of the bicycle
marketplace Perhaps it is different where others live, but here in ABQ,
NM, which I daresay has considerably more bike shops per capita than other
places, it is very clear
This is exaclty what I'm talking about. I've always pushed Soma to keep their
web pricing comparable to brick and mortar, but as more and more people sign up
for Amazon Prime it's really a race to the bottom. Any publiclly held bike
company that doesnt offer direct sales is going to get an earfu
On Thursday, June 2, 2016 at 9:53:51 AM UTC-7, Evan Baird wrote:
>
> Peter, that's already happening. The problem is that the traditional LBS
> model is failing, and moat comminities don't have access to coop
> workspaces. As a "veteran" shop rat, I have a dewp affection for the LBS
> and the
Evan , I especially like what you are saying and you are SO right! It's guys
like me that are the loudest voices on the Internet. Guys who can afford to
ride Rivendells, have multiple bikes and live in nice houses/communities. The
difference between me and a lot of people is I worry/think about
Peter, that's already happening. The problem is that the traditional LBS model
is failing, and moat comminities don't have access to coop workspaces. As a
"veteran" shop rat, I have a dewp affection for the LBS and the culture
surrounding it, but I've also seen first hand how the chevanism, zeno
OK. Let's "forcefully shift the narrative." Why don't those who use cargo
bikes and e-bikes and upright bikes start businesses selling and servicing
them? I don't use a cargo bike myself, and so have no familiarity with
them. I don't know the 'ins and outs" so to speak. So while having been a
low t
Regardless of whether Bobbishness is a movement already, it needs to become
one if we want to grow the cycling community. The bicycle advocacy world is
primarily funded by lycra wearing, charity rider types (primarily white
dudes if we're going by the numbers). This is a huge problem, especially
Regarding the shower, it's a nice luxury, but not a deal killer for me. I
commuted by bike for many years in Texas (Austin, Houston, Dallas) when I did
not have a car or even when I did. I agree that a good plan is to be able to
arrive early & give yourself time to cool down. Speaking for mys
I share a locker room with bradley (round) sinks and a floor fan, no showers.
Muggy mornings arrive early, take off sweaty cotton, put on dry merino and
cotton, then douse head in sink, towel off. That slows the sweat. Factory temp
is 90+ when outside is 90+, so not the last sweat I see that day
My commute is neither as long as any mentioned nor makes a shower
requisite...I agree with Patrick Moore's cool off plan and that it is fun.
If I start my day (before sunrise) that way, and I end it (after sunset)
the same way, there is no outcome other than another good day in the books.
No m
+1 for fun! My utility riding is strictly for fun.
On Sun, Apr 24, 2016 at 12:06 PM, Michael Hechmer
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> Yes Garth. I'm retired now but did a round trip 30 mile commute for 13
> years (and yes I did shower after my final mile plus of 10%+ grade.) I was
> once invited to do a radio promo f
I used to commute 15-20 miles each way across town and, even in our high
desert climate, I sweated enormously in hot weather. But I got by quite
well without showers. I'd start with a shower at home, and when I got to
work, I'd cool off before a big fan, then wipe down with rubbing alcohol.
Sweat
Yes Garth. I'm retired now but did a round trip 30 mile commute for 13
years (and yes I did shower after my final mile plus of 10%+ grade.) I was
once invited to do a radio promo for bike commuting, but as the interview
went on and I repeatedly answered no I don't ride to save gas, loose
weig
Location is key!
Having spent a decade in SW CO a few decades ago, growing up in the Mid
Atlantic, and currently lining in central IL I can attest to that!
I do miss those cool, low humidity summer mornings in SW CO!
In my current locale we've got lots of humidity and that does make summer
For those that haven't heard Grant's interview on NPR. I guess it wasn't
that long ago...
http://www.npr.org/sections/thetwo-way/2012/05/18/152945439/bike-to-work-day-your-photos-and-riding-advice-from-grant-petersen
I also apologize for posibly offending anyone who wishes to shower after
ridi
Count me in as need to shower person after my ride to work, 9 miles uphill 1600
ft elevation. Don't race, don't own a kit but do wear pants like compass
knickers and lightweight wool layers depending on weather. My bike is a
Cheviut. No matter how slow I go I still need to change and shower.
Che
If I'm biking and it's above ~60 degrees, I'm sweating. I'd love a shower
and locker available at the end of a commute.
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Certainly yes masmojo ! He was "just being himself" , and by "just
being himself" he gave his perspective of "just being himself". Just being
yourself IS just riding, it's neither a problem or a solution, you just are
being yourself and riding just is too.
Agendas are polarizing becau
My commute to my old job was about 12 miles each way. I didn't race to
work by any means, but was fully warmed up once I got there. Had I not had
a shower available I would have been sweaty, itchy, uncomfortable and
probably not pleasant to be next to through my work day. So, I dressed for
c
Garth, I think his point was that, his perspective was one they had not
considered. I think he is "just riding", but I have encountered this mindset
of the bicycle not as a vehicle for transportation, but a workout machine or
recreational equipment. While it can be those things, fundamentall
Sweet!
I showed up at a laid back clydesdale club ride on my Quickbeam. One guy
was using his GoPro to "ride" all winter on his indoor cycling wall and he
loved the fact that he'd be chasing the guy who was the only one in street
clothes, the only one from out of town, the only one on single s
It's funny how sometimes all it takes is one little thing, one little clue or
perspective to change your or someone else's perception of something and you
can do it without even trying or intending to do so.
I have been trying to get back to a place where I can commute to work again.
Then the o
To just ride , is to just ride ! The point is that it is not a
"movement" , it's not anything at all, it's *just riding *! That's the
point. Making what isn't anything , something(a "movement) is nonsensical.
Just riding is just riding, no more more less !
Making something a "moveme
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