Notices by Phil (ascentale) (ascentale@sfba.social)

(Sorry I had lost and misposted Q1!)

Hello, welcome to #BikeNite on June 13th. Thanks for joining our cycle-stuff-chat. Answer whenever at your convenience. Anyone can join, now or later. Reply to what you like, and boost for visibility.

Our intro question:

Q1. Where are you posting from today? It is Friday the 13th! Did you experience any good luck while riding this week?

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@puppethead asks:

Q3. What's the best/safest way to navigate roundabouts? Two options I see: 1) follow the it like a car, since (local) law states bikes should follow traffic, or 2) go straight across the same way pedestrians do. Especially unclear when ped. crossing is connected to shared path.

(It sounds like this refers to larger roundabouts where pedestrians cross through the center?)

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@bobjonkman asks:

Q6. What's your preferred snack food on rides? Why?

How about after-ride recovery food? Before-ride prep food?

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@DurableAce asks:

I get a lot of satisfaction from maintaining my own bikes, something enhanced by having the right tools for the job.

Q7. What is your favourite bike tool and why? Please also post a photo if you can.

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Q2. How do you stop your front wheel from turning when walking with or leaning your bike? One of my bikes seems geometrically unstable and the front wheel turns at the slightest touch. Then the bike falls. I've seen stabilizer springs. Do you have one, or have you added one as an accessory?

Are there certain geometries/component types that make this more likely, and can this be easily changed on your cycle?

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And the last question is from @MartyCormack:

Q8. There are all different types of cycling, sport, utilitarian, commuter, recreation, mountain biking, gravel, road, bikecamping, etc.
Are there one or two types of cycling that you either dislike, have quit or have no intention of tying? If so, why?

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Q5. What are some things an automobile driver might not realize unless they've also ridden a cycle?

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@bobjonkman writes:

Just saw a post about someone achieving a milestone on their bike odometer (no AltText so no boost).

Q7. Do you reset your bike odometer every year, or do you let it accumulate forever?

(And if you don't have an odometer, do you track your overall distance? Is it something you think about?)

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Next, from @PamelaSchure

Q2. Have you ever ridden a bike that fell apart while you were riding it? What happened?

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@gnomon via @bobjonkman asks:

Q5. Has anyone out there personally tried that Silca bike chain waxing kit? Is it worth the bother? I've been wax-curious for a while but never really seriously considered it.

(Is waxing a chain, regardless of kit, worth the bother? I am also curious but don't need more maintenance tasks.)

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@gcvsa has a question for about parking your cycle:

Q7. What is the maximum length of time you feel comfortable parking your bicycle in public where you cannot see it? Please answer with type of bicycle and type of community, and any other details you feel are relevant.

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Almost got hit while walking across a crosswalk by a driver attempting to right turn on red. The driver only saw us because I yelled loudly. A friend I was walking with was wearing a high-vis safety vest.

I’m very much on team #BanRightTurnOnRed

Have you taken a cycle on an airplane? @meganL asks:

Q2. What are your pro tips for long haul air flights with a cycle (bike, trike, quad, folding bike)?

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@bobjonkman asks about strong front racks that attach to your frame:

Q2. Are there any after-market frame-mounted front racks? Something I can bolt on? Substantial enough for that 18kg (40lb) sack of potatoes?

I've seen a few bikeshare bikes with an L-shaped front rack that's welded to the frame, but welding is too much for me.

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This is based on a question that @Jennifer_Miller had:

Q7. What cycle-advice would you have for people who might be reading but _aren't_ asking #BikeNite questions? What questions might they have, and what would you like to share?

(Maybe they don't feel safe posting publicly, etc.)

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@Jennifer_Miller @bikenite A7. This is a hard one. I'm trying to think of what people who don't identify as cyclists have told/asked me in the past.

I guess some people want to ride more but don't feel safe. If possible, riding with a friend might help, or finding a welcoming group might help as well.

Sometimes it looks like there is a large barrier to entry. "What gear should I buy? What clothing do I need to get?" but cycling can be as simple as going out for a short 15-minute ride, or riding to the store (instead of driving) to get a loaf of bread. So, you don't need to be dressed all sporty to go out for a ride.

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Welcome to #BikeNite on February 21st. Thanks for joining as we chat about cycle stuff. Answer whenever at your convenience. Anyone can join, now or later. Reply to what you like, and boost for visibility.

We'll start out with our introduction:

Q1. Where are you posting from today? Can you share a photo of your cycle or a photo you took this week during a ride? What's the story behind the photo?

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@arnodegroote via @Daveography asks:

Q2. Been a while since I had time to take my bike out for a proper ride. First chance I have will be this Friday, BUT it'll be about 0C - 1C and I hate the cold. Any cyclists that have some tips other than "layers" (which I have) and "harden up" (which I try). Or anyone with motivating words?

(We've had some Qs lately about riding in the cold but how about _motivation_ for riding in the cold?)

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Welcome to #BikeNite on February 14th. Thanks for joining, as we chat about cycle stuff. Answer whenever at your convenience. Anyone can join, now or later. Reply to what you like, and boost for visibility.

We'll start out with our introduction:

Q1. Where are you posting from today? It is Valentine's day. Do you have any stories of love or connection (romantic or not) that involved cycling somehow?

(this is the only Valentine's-related question)

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Fewer car trips will make public transit faster