http://bike-pgh.org/bbpress/ The place to get the skinny on the bicycles in the Pittsburgh en-US Sat, 13 Mar 2010 13:44:57 +0000 http://bbpress.org/?v=1.0.2 q http://bike-pgh.org/bbpress/search.php http://bike-pgh.org/bbpress/topic/mercedes-glk-vs-bicycle-messenger-in-nyc#post-28041 Thu, 11 Mar 2010 19:25:10 +0000 ndromb 28041@http://bike-pgh.org/bbpress/ <p>Check it out: <a href="http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=s2FcXJLUUoM" rel="nofollow">http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=s2FcXJLUUoM</a></p> <p>I thought this was a pretty odd video. has Mercedes Benz decided bike hipsters are viable potential customers?</p> <p>To me, it acknowledges that not all people on bikes are, low income, anti-car, non-drivers.</p> <p>Analysis aside, it's a cool little video. </p> http://bike-pgh.org/bbpress/topic/kudos-on-visibility#post-28136 Sat, 13 Mar 2010 05:01:33 +0000 Swalfoort 28136@http://bike-pgh.org/bbpress/ <p>I was driving south on West Liberty Avenue at about 8:00 on Friday evening when I came across a cyclist, also heading south. He deserves a shout out for the effort he took to be visible. Coming up from behind him I first noticed a 12" x 1" (best guess) reflective strip on each ankle/lower calf. Perhaps a strip around the zippers on his riding tights? Then I noticed at least 3 red blinkies -- the big multi-lamp ones. I think he had one on his bike, one on his backpack, and one on his helmet. In front he had a big nicad looking lamp. Frankly, a flashing light on the front would be a good add. But, he was CLEARLY looking to be seen, and has found a good way to accomplish that. I saw him from a block away, even though I would have thought West Liberty Avenue was somewhat bicycle unfriendly and was NOT expecting to see anyone riding there at that time of day. </p> http://bike-pgh.org/bbpress/topic/new-bike-parking-center-downtown#post-25849 Fri, 15 Jan 2010 19:39:43 +0000 scott 25849@http://bike-pgh.org/bbpress/ <p>We're pretty excited about this. What do you think about this new development? </p> <p><a href="http://bike-pgh.org/2010/01/downtown-welcomes-secure-bike-parking-center/" rel="nofollow">http://bike-pgh.org/2010/01/downtown-welcomes-secure-bike-parking-center/</a> </p> http://bike-pgh.org/bbpress/topic/ortlieb-back-roller-classic-panniers-pair-on-sale-for-110#post-28134 Sat, 13 Mar 2010 00:27:56 +0000 asobi 28134@http://bike-pgh.org/bbpress/ <p>REI has them for $165 here: <a href="http://www.rei.com/product/604989" rel="nofollow">http://www.rei.com/product/604989</a></p> <p>They're on sale for $110 with free shipping at ProBikeKit: <a href="http://www.probikekit.com/display.php?code=B0031" rel="nofollow">http://www.probikekit.com/display.php?code=B0031</a></p> <p>Only 7 left in stock though. </p> http://bike-pgh.org/bbpress/topic/wheres-erok#post-28088 Fri, 12 Mar 2010 15:50:55 +0000 edmonds59 28088@http://bike-pgh.org/bbpress/ <p>I think I spied him in the slide show from the D.C. bike summit on the Bike Portland web site. The slides aren't numbered, but I think I see him leanin' on a column sippin' a coffee, after some Blumenauer shots. Watch the slide show and see if it's him.</p> <p><a href="http://bikeportland.org/2010/03/09/day-one-slideshow-from-the-summit/" rel="nofollow">http://bikeportland.org/2010/03/09/day-one-slideshow-from-the-summit/</a> </p> http://bike-pgh.org/bbpress/topic/anyone-going-to-the-bike-parking-hearing-today#post-27836 Tue, 09 Mar 2010 15:20:54 +0000 lolly 27836@http://bike-pgh.org/bbpress/ <p>want to sit together?<br /> i am a girl with red hair. </p> http://bike-pgh.org/bbpress/topic/couchsurfing#post-28085 Fri, 12 Mar 2010 15:29:19 +0000 joeframbach 28085@http://bike-pgh.org/bbpress/ <p>How many couchsurfers do we have here? I thought about it today and I figured this would be the place to ask.</p> <p>My profile:<br /> <a href="http://www.couchsurfing.org/people/joeframbach/" rel="nofollow">http://www.couchsurfing.org/people/joeframbach/</a> </p> http://bike-pgh.org/bbpress/topic/the-flood#post-28090 Fri, 12 Mar 2010 16:07:02 +0000 dmtroyer 28090@http://bike-pgh.org/bbpress/ <p>Any reason to worry about water potability? </p> http://bike-pgh.org/bbpress/topic/bumper-bike-strikes-again#post-15419 Thu, 02 Jul 2009 19:57:15 +0000 rsprake 15419@http://bike-pgh.org/bbpress/ <p><a href="http://img41.yfrog.com/i/7dfz.jpg/">Hysterical</a>. I actually saw the bike in person today on Liberty parked. </p> http://bike-pgh.org/bbpress/topic/wrist-numbness-and-another-thank-you#post-27779 Tue, 09 Mar 2010 02:04:45 +0000 Team Decaf Weekend 27779@http://bike-pgh.org/bbpress/ <p>This is my first post with html code and images, so I'm sorry if this is a mess…</p> <p>Since everyone has been thanking each other and mentioning random goodwill among the biking community, I've decided to add my testimonial to cyclists in the area.</p> <p>When <a href="http://bike-pgh.org/bbpress/profile/robjdlc">Rob</a>posted about his CAD-driven plasma cutter, I took him up on the offer to cut any metal parts needed. </p> <p>I had been wanting to create some kind of wrist support for my long distance bike trips. I get numbness in my left wrist from leaning on the handlebars and I was looking for a way to displace the pressure points. He cut 2 pieces of aluminum for me. I fit the metal pieces into a pre-made velcro-and-neoprene wrist brace. The brace was was originally made for snow boarders - I had purchased it at Willi's. </p> <p>Anyhow, Rob didn't know me, but he advised on the best material and size as well as cut 2 different thicknesses of the part for me. Thanks, Rob. So far it feels great, even though it's only on trainer rides! I'm using the 1/16" thickness.</p> <p>And thanks too, to the entire cycling community for being equally helpful to each other. All of the shoveling' going on, the good directions when I'm lost, and the camaraderie on local rides are much appreciated.</p> <p>Pix of the <a href="http://www.direct-axis.net/team_decaf/images/WristGuardExposed.jpg"> wrist brace with exposed cut aluminum</a> and <a href="http://www.direct-axis.net/team_decaf/images/WristGuardAssembled.jpg"> wrist brace assembled</a>.</p> <p>danO<br /> Team Decaf Weekend </p> http://bike-pgh.org/bbpress/topic/bike-locks-and-stuff#post-27988 Wed, 10 Mar 2010 21:05:13 +0000 heathercomestolife 27988@http://bike-pgh.org/bbpress/ <p>my new bike is hopefully going to be done relatively soon so I've started looking into locks. </p> <p>Anyone have the new york kryptonite locks? any opinions on them?</p> <p>also, has anyone used the anti-theft skewers? I'm curious about how easy the specialized lock/wrench thing works.</p> <p>any suggestions would be great, thanks! </p> http://bike-pgh.org/bbpress/topic/road-bike-brake-calipers#post-27514 Tue, 02 Mar 2010 21:14:23 +0000 heathercomestolife 27514@http://bike-pgh.org/bbpress/ <p>i'm not exactly sure how specific brake calipers are to wheels and i'm trying to figure out what i should get. </p> <p>these are the rims i'm getting: <a href="http://www.mavic.com/road/products/cxp-33.M134A.2.aspx" rel="nofollow">http://www.mavic.com/road/products/cxp-33.M134A.2.aspx</a></p> <p>any suggestions? </p> http://bike-pgh.org/bbpress/topic/bike-accident-49th-and-butler-1045-pm#post-28070 Fri, 12 Mar 2010 04:16:53 +0000 timito 28070@http://bike-pgh.org/bbpress/ <p>Two guys riding west on butler at 49th, not sure if the guy in the silver two door GM? actually clipped you or not but it looked like it, his plate number: HJY 7649 </p> http://bike-pgh.org/bbpress/topic/fs-27-yes-flip-hub-track-wheel-75-obo#post-28052 Thu, 11 Mar 2010 21:25:23 +0000 mangmang 28052@http://bike-pgh.org/bbpress/ <p>Of course the track wheel I've had sitting around is too big for the nice track frame I just built up. I like my wheel, but I need $$ for a new one.</p> <p>Hub is unmarked, but it's aluminum, high-flange, flip fixed/free, 36 hole, laced with DT Swiss spokes to an Ambrosio 19 Extra Elite aluminum rim. This IS a 27" wheel, not a 700c (eight freaking mm bigger), so if your bike has tight dimensions like mine, it may rub. Fits anything with a bit more clearance!</p> <p>Wheel is unridden by me, probably unridden by the builder. True, no play in bearings. Free 3/32" cog, also maybe a lockring :) $75 is what I paid for it, but yeah, OBO! email me at m4ngm4ng at gmail dot com. thx guys </p> http://bike-pgh.org/bbpress/topic/bike-polo#post-15636 Wed, 08 Jul 2009 02:43:16 +0000 23 15636@http://bike-pgh.org/bbpress/ <p>Come play bike polo tuesdays and thursdays around 6pm at the hockey court under the bloomfield bridge. Just give it a try. </p> http://bike-pgh.org/bbpress/topic/evening-parking-downtown-capa#post-27856 Tue, 09 Mar 2010 17:44:59 +0000 Mick 27856@http://bike-pgh.org/bbpress/ <p>I have to go to benefit concert at CAPA this evening. Is there someplace near there where I can securely park a bike with a pannier on it? </p> <p>I was hoping to put it in a parking garage, near the attendent. I'm willing to walk a few blocks. </p> http://bike-pgh.org/bbpress/topic/the-wheels-in-my-mind#post-27654 Sat, 06 Mar 2010 01:20:05 +0000 saltm513 27654@http://bike-pgh.org/bbpress/ <p>So... I am really struggling right now. Back in November, I was in a pretty rough bike accident in which I broke my leg quite badly when a pickup smashed into the left side of my body on my way home from work. The accident landed me in the hospital for a week and on the couch for far longer. I thank God that nothing worse happened, and I've stunned the masses with a remarkably quick recovery. I am now ready to ride again, but my family is insistent that I never mount a bike on city turf again. Biking was my main mode of transportation, and I actually hid my cycling passion from my family for years knowing they'd worry themselves silly. Figuring they'd notice my cast and crutches at Thanksgiving, I had to let them in on my secret. It's kind of crazy because I'm 26 and while that is clearly old enough to continue making my own decisions regarding lifestyle, I am still torn over what to do with this desire to resume riding again, having had my loving family care for me throughout the pain of everything. I've been challenged to both get back "in the saddle", yet have been challenged by others to sacrifice my love of biking to bring peace of mind to my family (and by family, I mainly mean my mom, dad, and older sister). I decided to wait and make this decision once I became well enough to ride again, and here I now stand on both legs, seemingly peddle ready. I am wondering if anyone has been in a similar scenario with their family urging them to not ride. It's a delicate subject for my family, whom I love more than biking (and man do I love biking), but whose worry makes me crazy. I don't know how to reason this aloud or in my own mind. I appreciate your advice and suggestions, and most of all insight if you've had a similar experience weighing it all with folks you love in mind. </p> http://bike-pgh.org/bbpress/topic/spare-bumper-alert#post-27645 Fri, 05 Mar 2010 20:22:20 +0000 lolly 27645@http://bike-pgh.org/bbpress/ <p>friends, </p> <p>there is a spare bumper at main and penn if anyone wants to make their own bumper bike. </p> <p>bumper bike critical mass? </p> http://bike-pgh.org/bbpress/topic/google-added-a-bike-there-option#post-27892 Wed, 10 Mar 2010 05:14:30 +0000 erok 27892@http://bike-pgh.org/bbpress/ <p>check it out!!!</p> <p><a href="http://www.google.com/maps" rel="nofollow">http://www.google.com/maps</a></p> <p>before hitting "get directions," make sure to choose bicycling</p> <p>this was to coincide with the national bike summit that we're at </p> http://bike-pgh.org/bbpress/topic/gagi-festival#post-27848 Tue, 09 Mar 2010 16:51:31 +0000 timito 27848@http://bike-pgh.org/bbpress/ <br /> http://bike-pgh.org/bbpress/topic/people-for-bikes#post-27934 Wed, 10 Mar 2010 16:10:13 +0000 lolly 27934@http://bike-pgh.org/bbpress/ <p>Sign up! Send friends and get to a million people for unified advocacy. </p> <p><a href="http://peopleforbikes.org" rel="nofollow">http://peopleforbikes.org</a></p> <p>Peopleforbikes.org is dedicated to bringing together people who are passionate about bikes. Our goal is to gather a million names of support, and to speak with one, powerful voice—to make bicycling safer, more convenient, and more appealing to everyone.</p> <p>RAD. </p> http://bike-pgh.org/bbpress/topic/got-flagged-down-not-what-you-think#post-27875 Tue, 09 Mar 2010 20:28:37 +0000 rsprake 27875@http://bike-pgh.org/bbpress/ <p>On my little lunch bike ride in the strip this afternoon I was casually riding back to my office via Railroad St when I slowed to let a truck pass and avoid a huge pot hole. I was in no hurry.</p> <p>The truck, a contractor's large F-150, stopped and waved me down. I figured he just wanted to ask me directions so I pulled up and stopped. He starts asking me about my bike (a Kona paddywagon) and why the wheelbase looked so short. I was a little shocked but we had a nice little chat about the bike and why I would ride it. The two in the truck worked on and rode bikes a lot when they were younger and I guess they were just bored.</p> <p>Just thought I would share. </p> http://bike-pgh.org/bbpress/topic/epic-potholes-of-the-2010-season#post-25380 Thu, 07 Jan 2010 19:35:22 +0000 caitlin 25380@http://bike-pgh.org/bbpress/ <p>wow, pothole season seems to be upon us early this year!<br /> I dedicate this thread to documenting those pothole locations that are the "best" of the worst, worthy of attention (and warning) for all. Who knows, perhaps we can work up an Annual Pothole Tour in March?</p> <p>I'll start:</p> <p>Do NOT blast down 45th street without really paying attention, there are some real doozies there!</p> <p>Penn Avenue from about Aiken to Penn Circle West is like whoa. I will try to photograph the potholes located at the intersection of Penn n Penn Circle West that are actually kind of surprising in their number and size. </p> http://bike-pgh.org/bbpress/topic/bike-commuting-101-starting-a-class-for-beginners#post-19194 Wed, 02 Sep 2009 17:33:04 +0000 gimpPAC 19194@http://bike-pgh.org/bbpress/ <p>Hey all~</p> <p>I was wondering if anyone in the Pittsburgh cycling community was doing a Bike Commuting intro class?</p> <p>It seems we have a bunch of great reading material/literature on the subject (the new booklet) and we have organized rides (Car Free Fridays). I was thinking we might need something in between for folks who want to start commuting but would like a classroom/parking lot type atmosphere to practice hand signals, riding while looking over the shoulder, scenario role play, etc, before hitting the street.</p> <p>Just wondering if anyone was offering such a thing, and if not, do you think this might be a good idea? Any existing models elsewhere? </p> http://bike-pgh.org/bbpress/topic/stolen-indy-fabs#post-27915 Wed, 10 Mar 2010 15:12:45 +0000 bjanaszek 27915@http://bike-pgh.org/bbpress/ <p>There are two Independent Fabrication bikes on CL that seem a bit fishy....</p> <p><a href="http://pittsburgh.craigslist.org/bik/1637162597.html">Single speed</a>, $700, with a, ahem, 12" seatpost.</p> <p><a href="http://pittsburgh.craigslist.org/bik/1633980206.html">Planet Cross</a>, $700.</p> <p>If you legitimately own these bikes and are trying to sell them, listing out the components would go a long way toward quelling fears about purchasing a stolen bike. Or, perhaps, you find hundred dollar bills in your couch cushions and can afford to take a MASSIVE loss on your purchases (new Planet Cross frames are $2000+). </p> http://bike-pgh.org/bbpress/topic/ohio-cycling-events-calendar#post-27937 Wed, 10 Mar 2010 16:15:55 +0000 edmonds59 27937@http://bike-pgh.org/bbpress/ <p>For those who may be interested in going a little farther afield, a link to this cycling calendar. A years worth of rides and events, many of which are within striking distance. Just try to disregard the Lycroids on the cover.<br /> Ohio is ridiculous with biking events for such an otherwise unremarkable state (imho, having grown up there).</p> <p><a href="http://www.ohiocycling.info/" rel="nofollow">http://www.ohiocycling.info/</a> </p> http://bike-pgh.org/bbpress/topic/spring-roll#post-27111 Sun, 21 Feb 2010 01:33:03 +0000 UrbanJeff 27111@http://bike-pgh.org/bbpress/ <p><img src="http://urbanvelo.org/wordpress/wp-content/uploads/2010/02/SpringRoll6_mini.jpg" /></p> <p><a href="http://springrollalleycat.blogspot.com/"><a href="http://springrollalleycat.blogspot.com/" rel="nofollow">http://springrollalleycat.blogspot.com/</a> </p> http://bike-pgh.org/bbpress/topic/close-call#post-27744 Mon, 08 Mar 2010 17:57:21 +0000 Willie 27744@http://bike-pgh.org/bbpress/ <p>Well yesterday as I was riding on grandview ave in mt washington a guy threw his car door open as I was passing his car and almost hit me with it. I told him to watch out then he yelled at me and told me it was my fault. He said he opened the door and I almost hit him, when in reality he opened it blindly. </p> <p> I was riding in the road where I should of been. I took the lane closer to the right so the car behind me could pass safely also. </p> <p>My question is who was right and who was wrong? If he already had it opened like he says then I must be blind because I didn't see it in till I was a few inches from it. </p> <p>I also must add that I rode about 20 miles all around yesterday and later in the day while cruising down east carson there was a parked car that i was passing. The people in the car where about to open the door but as they cracked them open they looked behind them self and seen us riding up. AT that point they held the door closed and let us pass safely. We thanked them as we passed and went on our way. At least some people are still courteous. </p> http://bike-pgh.org/bbpress/topic/where-to-buy-an-inertube-kid-downtown#post-27796 Tue, 09 Mar 2010 12:43:25 +0000 cararolinson 27796@http://bike-pgh.org/bbpress/ <p>Does anyone know where you can purchase an inter tube repair kit within the golden triangle? husband blew a tire this morning.... on the way to work... </p> http://bike-pgh.org/bbpress/topic/volunteers-wanted-for-lose-the-training-wheels-camp#post-27832 Tue, 09 Mar 2010 14:50:01 +0000 bd 27832@http://bike-pgh.org/bbpress/ <p>The Children's Institute is looking for volunteers for their Lose the Training Wheels Camp in June.</p> <p>I can't find the flyer online, but here is a copy of what is in the pdf I was forwarded. I'll pass on the original if you PM me.</p> <p>I'm not affiliated with it in any way and don't have any more details than this, but there is contact info below.</p> <p>==================================================</p> <p>AMAZING BIKE CAMP VOLUNTEER </p> <p>Get fit while giving back. Spend an hour and 15 minutes for 5 days helping a child to ride. You don’t need to be a teacher, just want to help kids ride a bike without training wheels. A national program , Lose the Training Wheels, and The Children’s Institute need your help. A volunteer works with a child with special needs helping him/her to maintain balance and<br /> running along side or behind the child while they are learning to ride a two wheeled bike. This is a physically demanding activity. There is a director who will tell you what to do to assist the child in riding.</p> <p>Looking for teens*/adults 16 yrs. or older who are able to:<br /> • Be physically active for 1 hr and 15 minutes (running beside a<br /> bike, assisting child with balancing on the bike while riding)<br /> • Hold onto a bicycle<br /> • Be positive ‐ HAVE FUN!</p> <p>* Teens under 18 yrs. of age will need a parent’s signature to participate.</p> <p>Volunteers will receive training prior to participating in camp sessions.</p> <p>Camp Details<br /> • June 14‐18, 2010<br /> • Iceoplex at Southpointe<br /> 114 Southpointe Blvd.<br /> Canonsburg, PA 15317</p> <p>• Each session is<br /> 1hr. 15 minutes<br /> • 8:30—9:45<br /> • 10:00—11:15<br /> • 11:30—12:45<br /> • 1:45—3:00<br /> • 3:15—4:30</p> <p>• Volunteers need to be able to attend the same session each day to provide consistency</p> <p>• Volunteers are welcome to participate in more than one session each day</p> <p>For more information, please call or email Jere Gallagher, 412.648.1774, <a href="mailto:gal@pitt.edu">gal@pitt.edu</a> or connect to <a href="http://www.amazingkids.org" rel="nofollow">http://www.amazingkids.org</a>. To register, please complete this form and fax to Staci Gratton,<br /> 412.420.2200 or email to stg@the‐institute.org . </p> <p>Follow this link to view last year’s camp— <a href="http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ujfPSHYTwzM" rel="nofollow">http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ujfPSHYTwzM</a> </p> http://bike-pgh.org/bbpress/topic/road-to-roubaixsunday-in-hell-screenings#post-27295 Wed, 24 Feb 2010 23:19:33 +0000 bjanaszek 27295@http://bike-pgh.org/bbpress/ <p>The wheels are in motion. Morning Glory Coffeeshop in Morningside will screen both these (probably on different nights) sometime in the middle of March. I'll post the dates once we work them out. </p> http://bike-pgh.org/bbpress/topic/parade-info#post-27734 Mon, 08 Mar 2010 16:50:46 +0000 timito 27734@http://bike-pgh.org/bbpress/ <p>Friday April 2nd<br /> G.A.G.I Festival<br /> Bicycle Parade<br /> Bringing old school technology back in a big way</p> <p>The parade begins 6:30 p.m. at the Kingsley center, 6435 Frankstown Ave, proceeds along the E. Liberty Bike-way, left on Negley, right on Penn ave, finish Spak Bros Pizza 5107 Penn Avenue </p> <p>Walk or bike while showing your love for this smart, healthy, &amp; fun transportation. There will also be organic t-shirt giveaways, pizza at the destination spot, paint bikes if you like, &amp; more! </p> <p>In conjunction with Car-Free Fridays and Unblurred on Penn</p> <p>Here's all the info in one place so nobody gets hurt scrolling around, feel free to critique from the comfort of your chair. </p> http://bike-pgh.org/bbpress/topic/celtic-cross-more-winter-cross#post-27001 Wed, 17 Feb 2010 21:32:37 +0000 Dave 27001@http://bike-pgh.org/bbpress/ <p>If you loved the <a href="http://bike-pgh.org/bbpress/topic/crossd-bite-winter-cross-race">Winter Cross</a>, or just thought "that was great, but I wish it wasn't raining", then get ready for the <a href="http://pghalleycat.com/races/the-celtic-cross-more-winter-cross/">Celtic Cross</a>!</p> <p><a href="http://pghalleycat.com/races/the-celtic-cross-more-winter-cross/"><img src="http://pghalleycat.com/images/flyers/celticross_f-500x647.jpg" alt="Celtic Cross flyer" /></a></p> <p>The Cross’d Bite was so much fun, we’re doing it again!</p> <p><strong>Where</strong>: Slagheaps<br /> <strong>When</strong>: Sunday, March 7th; noon registration, 1pm start<br /> <strong>How much</strong>: $5 to race, free to watch; <a href="http://www.facebook.com/event.php?eid=328361351624">RSVP</a> appreciated!<br /> <strong>Prizes</strong>: Yes!</p> <p>Stay tuned for more information.</p> <p>Elsewhere on the web:<br /> <a href="http://pghalleycat.com/races/the-celtic-cross-more-winter-cross/">pghalleycats</a><br /> <a href="http://www.facebook.com/event.php?eid=328361351624">Facebook invite</a></p> <p>Sponsored by:</p> <p>Straub Beer<br /> Thick Bikes<br /> Dirt Rag<br /> OTB Bicycle Cafe<br /> Eiscycle Hand Works </p> http://bike-pgh.org/bbpress/topic/im-worried-i-just-bought-a-stolen-bike#post-27781 Tue, 09 Mar 2010 03:11:08 +0000 Meteor b 27781@http://bike-pgh.org/bbpress/ <p>I bought a bike from a guy who said he built it, but the paint job is just too bad for me to not think he was trying to cover up identifying features.<br /> If someone had a Schwinn conversion stolen lately tell me some information about it: size, original color, or anything quirky you can think of.<br /> If it's yours we'll get in touch, and I'll visit the guy I bought it from and try and get my money back.<br /> I'll probably only check this for a couple weeks, so if you think you know someone who's bike this might be reply to this message asap.<br /> Otherwise I'll content myself that the guy is just a terrible painter. </p> http://bike-pgh.org/bbpress/topic/jail-trail-panther-hollow#post-27394 Sat, 27 Feb 2010 19:15:23 +0000 helen s 27394@http://bike-pgh.org/bbpress/ <p>I hate riding 2nd Avenue! I find it a bit scary and very stressful. Any suggestions as to the best way to find out what parts of these two trails (major commute routes for many of us) are ridable or not? Can we keep a topic going on the board specifically for these?<br /> I will not be on them until Monday, so hopefully they will be clear by then.<br /> Going up Greenfield during rush hour is just hard, which is ok- just another workout. </p>