I rode 11mi. Yes, I'm a little crazy

I bought the EcoSpeed, electric motor assist for my Recumbent today.
The thought of not being able to ride my recumbent for the eight months
of surgery recovery was too much to take. I like the idea of having the
back up if I pull a muscle or develope a joint proble while I'm on
longer ride. I'll keep you posted when the kit comes in.

OK gang, the HOSER (After the Sat ride) & myself are planning on
meeting up at Atlantic Bicycle this Saturday around 2PM to try and
sneak out some test rides on the X-Stream. This could be considered an
SFRR Critical Mass operation, so c'mon over and join us!
Ken aka EZ Biker :-)

In September 2008, the CRA and City of Lake Worth began the task of studying the City's roadways for available bicycle infrastructure and to determine ways to enhance the network. A plan is being developed with the help of Kimley-Horn and Associates to develop a comprehensive network plan that will better serve residents, businesses and visitors in the City and improve connectivity to the surrounding areas.

Here is your invitation to a bicycle network design studio/workshop which is being presented by the Lake Worth Community Redevelopment Agency (CRA) and the City of Lake Worth.  Please feel free to forward this invitation to whomever you believe may be interested in attending.

When: Friday January 9, 2009

Location: Lake Worth City Hall, 7 North Dixie Highway, Lake Worth, FI

Design Studio: 10:00am to 4:00pm

You are encouraged to visit the public design studio any time between 10am and 4pm at City Hall on January 9, 2009. Participants will be working with a team of professionals, providing input and suggestions for the future network.

Public Presentation: 6:00pm to 7:00pm

A one-hour session will be held at City Hall, at 6:00pm, following the day-long design studio. The presentation will unveil a draft plan and review progress to date. Additional input will be received. For more information please contact the Lake Worth

If you have any questions please contact the CRA office at (561) 493-2550, or visit: http://www.lakeworthcra.org

John Riley wrote:

> I thought this ride was traditionally done under a full moon? That
> would help with the visibility problems.

> kamener@... writes:
>
> Night time @ SV without a moon would be like being in a mine without a
> light. Darkness like you can't believe. No cell phone signal, power poles, or
> towers for miles. Just you, a narrow strip of pavement, and the gators.

Hi, John - looking forward to seeing you sometime soon!  Biz - Great
to hear that you're still getting out there!

I *love* SV at night.  The full moon is great, but usually it's not up
until we're nearly back to the start.  I've done it for years without
any lights at all.  As long as no one else around me has lights, my
eyes adjust and I can see the path just fine.  It shines like a
silvery ribbon even without a moon.  With no light wash, the stars are
positively incredible, and I can watch the fireflies flash all around
me.

Whenever I've gone with a group, I hang back and let anyone with
lights go ahead till they're out of sight so I can enjoy the darkness,
the fireflies, and my silver path.

> Posted by: "scramblin82@..." scramblin82@...   imscramblin82
>
> Mon Dec 29, 2008 7:34 pm (PST)
>
> hi all,
> I am ecstatic to report that 2009 will be a great year. Sunday
> I had my first close call from a vehicle. It happened in just milliseconds.
> I still am in amazement and gratitude towards my angels.

Michael, I'm so glad that it wasn't worse than a bad gash.  Your
cycling skills will be legend now, having stayed upright after you
were hit with enough force to knock off the sideview mirror!  I hope
you called the cops to file a report at least.  You have a broken
mirror along with your hospital record as proof.  Take care, and Happy
New Year to everyone!

Shari

yes ...but don't  forget about those really big snakes that you not supposed to know about  ! 

 

steve b

 

In a message dated 12/29/2008 10:13:59 P.M. Eastern Standard Time, kamener@yahoo.com writes:

Night time @ SV without a moon would be like being in a mine without a
light. Darkness like you can't believe. No cell phone signal, power
poles, or towers for miles. Just you, a narrow strip of pavement, and
the gators.

Night time @ SV without a moon would be like being in a mine without a
light.  Darkness like you can't believe.  No cell phone signal, power
poles, or towers for miles.  Just you, a narrow strip of pavement, and
the gators.

On 28-Dec-08, at 10:48 PM, MariaLuisa Quintanal wrote:

> we went to the valley also.  ... saw the sunset and had a sandwich
> at the tower then headed back.  as it got dark we saw and almost
> ran into some doe doe heads without lights on their bikes.  it was
> a group of about 5 and we didnt see them till they were right on
> us.  its the first time we ride at night with no other lights to
> aid in visibility.  after this experience, it is very clear that
> lights on bikes are to be seen more so than see, (maybe this is
> common knowledge, but new to me) cause we certainly didnt see those
> folks with the 'aid' of our lamps, but we did see every other bike
> that had a lamp on theirs.  we had a great time and would do it
> again any time.

I thought this ride was traditionally done under a full moon?  That
would help with the visibility problems.

we went to the valley also.  i think u were the one packing up as we were
arriving.  lots of gators!!!  i guess its the perfect time of day to see them. 
saw the sunset and had a sandwich at the tower then headed back.  as it got dark
we saw and almost ran into some doe doe heads without lights on their bikes.  it
was a group of about 5 and we didnt see them till they were right on us.  its
the first time we ride at night with no other lights to aid in visibility. 
after this experience, it is very clear that lights on bikes are to be seen more
so than see, (maybe this is common knowledge, but new to me) cause we certainly
didnt see those folks with the 'aid' of our lamps, but we did see every other
bike that had a lamp on theirs.  we had a great time and would do it again any
time.

-----Original Message-----
From: Basil <kamener@...>
Sent: 12/29/2008 1:29:04 AM
To: SouthFloridaRecumbentRiders@yahoogroups.com
<SouthFloridaRecumbentRiders@yahoogroups.com>
Subject: SFRR:  Shark Valley


Rode the "Valley" today.  Got there at 2 and left at 4:15. Didn't see
any other bents, but lots of gators.
Got home (75 miles) in time for the 2nd half of the big game.

Rode the "Valley" today.  Got there at 2 and left at 4:15. Didn't see
any other bents, but lots of gators.
Got home (75 miles) in time for the 2nd half of the big game.

Just to add...

I've ridden LOST several times and I've been stung on two occasions by
wasp.

Both on days of strong winds while I was heading into the wind or a
cross-headwind...  Both got me on the thigh...

One was really a kicker and only 30 miles into the 130 mile (yes I
ride some off of LOST too) ride and it was hurting for several miles
but mostly gone before the end of the ride...

--- In SouthFloridaRecumbentRiders@yahoogroups.com, "Bill Barrere"
<wbarrere@...> wrote:
>
> That must have been a full moon by the lake.

Hey Tom I think that was a shot.
Sergio(LOL)

I will not be able to make the ride tomarrow.  I would much rather be
riding my bike with my friends but I have to climb up on my roof and
power snake the kitchen sink drain, because some idiot (ME) put too
much stuff down the garbage disposal last night.  Sorry to miss it but
I made the mess now i have to clean it up....


Josh

Me too!!!!!


Josh

> Does that mean I get my 100 mile test ride?
>
>
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> -----Original Message-----
> From: Joshua Beatty <sprout_4u@...>
> To: SouthFloridaRecumbentRiders@yahoogroups.com
> Sent: Fri, 26 Dec 2008 8:53 pm
> Subject: SFRR: Re: EZ Biker's Ti Aero For Sale
>
>
>
>
>
>
> Does this mean I should put a sold sign on the X-Tream????
>
> Josh
>
> > I'm hoping to find a local buyer for the bike. Bike will be sold
> > through Paytons Bike shop. $3500.00 (Firm)
> >
>