Do those that live near the park want it lit up? They may not want lights shining in their windows until 9PM in the winter. Erik ... From: Maarten van...
I've a beater stationary frankenbike (my neighbors didn't want it, left it on their sidewalk...can you believe that!) that I'm achin' to bring to the woods for...
How much work will it take? We will have to dig trenches by hand. What about volunteer burnout? Seems like we need more folks to show for the work parties....
I agree completely. To me, the essence of the park is it's ability to be used by the masses as a training ground no matter the weather nor the season. That...
bbtcrides@...
Mar 1, 2006 4:32 pm
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for a security standpoint, we should have lights... and I mean security, not safety... --fabien "There is <http://www.ticycles.com/> no FRENCH word for ...
yep, well, over-publicising the place, be careful what you wish for... however, promoting the park sure good way to grow the club. hey people who buy cheap...
mark whitehead
markeliotness@...
Mar 1, 2006 4:44 pm
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Another vote for lights ... assuming that the city is willing to keep the park open after dusk. I'm thinking more along the lines of low sodium lights at...
... Do we have Art's vision of trail connectivity anywhere near the Colonnade materials on the site? The "speech" he gave me the last time I showed up...
hey but there is always the REI free parking garage! how late is it open, though? later...
mark whitehead
markeliotness@...
Mar 1, 2006 5:20 pm
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A middle ground lighting solution like that recommended by Kevin and Bill seems to make the most sense. Yes, we all wish that the park were lighted perfectly...
I have no illusions of ever having a high zoot all mountain bike like the Nomad, Truth, Heckler, or Maverick. So, I’m looking for feedback on either the 2005...
bbtcrides@...
Mar 1, 2006 5:33 pm
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brian, mid valley there is rockville(?) state park- vacaville?; above sacratomato is folsom reservoir with salmon falls trail on the backside; there is also...
If you're planning on riding the RAMROD this year registration has just opened. It's a lottery system so you have from now until the end of the month to...
I'm interested in this being lit until later in the evening, especially during the winter. I agree, however, that a middle ground lighting solution sounds...
... already have really bright headlamp/handlebar lights to do it with. Yes, those that want to ride at night have lights (portable nuclear devices ;-)...
In the big field at S. Seatac there's a pile of old street light stanchens. At least that's what I think they are? Does anyone know the history of how/why they...
Great feedback, keep it coming! I'd like to just toss out a few bits of information that can help everyone evaluate the Colonnade lighting decision. Cost of...
One further comment regarding the lighting. Given the funding issues at our current point in time, might it be better to lay lighting conduit now as we're...
... I realize that it's still a bit "cutting edge" technology, but, based on advertised bulb lifetimes , LEDs last "forever, and use significantly less power. ...
For me it's pole lighting or nothing. Shure it will be a pain to change bulbs but up high they can't be messed with. I don't want to delay the job w/...
Great questions Kevin. The general rule for Seattle parks is that they are open until 11:00 PM. As far as I know this is the case for I-5 Colonnade. We are...
Folks- I just found out about a killer deal on the Banshee Chapp that is almost 50% off. Here is the link: ...
Kincaid, Kevin
KKincaid@...
Mar 1, 2006 10:23 pm
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I agree. I was at the very planning meeting where BBTC/Urban Sparks told the city that we did not need lighting and that the bike lights we each used would be...
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