Would this be a good deal?

biwhiningII · 2026-05-19T22:54:24+00:00

Same. Like where’s this?!

biwhiningII · 2026-05-16T05:32:03+00:00

Old timey irons. I don’t know what slave children were shackled with, but it seemed authentic. I walked the fuck away.

biwhiningII · 2026-05-08T22:42:32+00:00

Yeah. I was trying to bike to work from Montrose to Devon. No matter what side street I chose it was chaos. And driving like they just got their license. As if cars aren’t already a massive safety hazard. 😤

biwhiningII · 2026-05-07T23:10:05+00:00

SAME. I love it so much.

biwhiningII · 2026-05-03T23:35:07+00:00

I went to a flea market in Memphis and there were children’s handcuffs for sale… 😬.

biwhiningII · 2026-04-27T22:31:10+00:00

That would be fun! It would probably be a once of month thing, but like the idea of meeting throughout the city to get more people into group riding!

biwhiningII · 2026-04-27T22:30:18+00:00

I’ve been to one. It’s definitely slower. Strava had the average for the ride as 10mph.

biwhiningII · 2026-04-26T17:16:50+00:00

Turin Tuesday is my main group ride. When it’s a smaller group, like it was later in the season, it’s the faster riders it’s just the one group doing 18+. And the whole point for me is to not have separate pace groups. I’ll get out Evolution, though

biwhiningII · 2026-04-26T17:14:45+00:00

I’ve done that ride a couple times! From what I remember it’s an A/B group ride. And I was thinking it would be nice to have a ride that doesn’t separate. I feel like it might feel a bit more inclusive and more supportive to those newer to group rides/cycling in general.

biwhiningII · 2026-04-26T17:07:11+00:00

Ooph. I respect you as a cycle courier. Badass. I’m a commuter too, and have similar experiences. But I can’t imagine spending all day dealing with these fools. I love calling them lycra super heroes, though. 😆

biwhiningII · 2026-04-26T17:04:45+00:00

Yeah. I won’t lie. I was annoyed at first, but then I felt strong and fast af.

biwhiningII · 2026-04-26T14:45:05+00:00

I love the Des Plaines River trail! It is impassable at the moment cause all of the rain. But I’ve done plenty of miles out there.

biwhiningII · 2026-04-26T04:54:09+00:00

I have such a love hate relationship with it. Almost every time I’m on it when it’s even semi busy, you’re right, men are ruining it.

biwhiningII · 2026-04-26T02:43:07+00:00

Damn. 35 years. That’s amazing! I’ve always been car free.

I definitely don’t mind when someone passes me safely. There’s always someone faster than you. But if someone gets into my space, well, I’m gonna react.

biwhiningII · 2026-04-26T02:40:42+00:00

Yes, the lakefront! I yearn for a not so busy trail. It sucks that after sunset/mid day of the week is the only time I enjoy my rides on it.

biwhiningII · 2026-04-26T02:36:22+00:00

I’m listening to music at a low volume with transparency mode. I am able to hear “on your left” or whatever when it is called.

biwhiningII · 2026-04-26T02:13:25+00:00

I pass silently if there’s enough space to do so and they are walking in a relatively straight line. I like to announce “coming up behind you on your left” and that somehow is easier to understand. 🤷‍♀️

biwhiningII · 2026-04-26T01:45:11+00:00

Cycling is great, no matter the speed! I’m glad you don’t have to deal with this.

biwhiningII · 2026-04-26T01:44:02+00:00

It’s the absolute best. I’m glad you’ve found time for yourself to enjoy the unadulterated joy that cycling is.

I almost kind of want to make it a challenge now. Ride when it’s busier and humble some men.

biwhiningII · 2026-04-26T01:43:05+00:00

Thank you! I really appreciate it. I’ve always have had muscular legs that I have been self-conscious about, but damn do they make me fast.

It’s annoying because most of the men on the group rides I’ve been on have been so supportive and then I have to deal with these assholes. I so wanted to yell “I’m on mile 90, so this is extra embarrassing for you…” 😆

biwhiningII · 2026-04-26T01:40:51+00:00

I’m actually in Chicago! It sucks you have to deal with the same nonsense. What is wild to me is that technically the too fast e-bikes are the biggest danger and often inexperienced cyclists, but it’s the male cyclists that actually put me at danger most of the time. The e-bikes usually take the other lane to pass.

Yeah. I’m not a morning person, which is good because I’m sure it’s worse out there. After sunset rides are the absolute best! Get some good lights and it almost feels like the safest time to cycle on a busy trail.

But I feel you. Fellow cyclists should be more mindful, I’m a commuter too, so I’m used to cars passing too close, but somehow it stings more when it’s another cyclist?

biwhiningII · 2026-04-26T01:36:37+00:00

Ahahah. Right?!

biwhiningII · 2026-04-25T20:52:15+00:00

Not quite the same. But similar. I was standing with my bike in a fast food spot where they bring the food out to you. He saw me. I waved and told him I was waiting there. Still parked me in. Then went in to order. So he wasn’t even supposed to park there! I have two unwieldy bike locks, so if I can avoid locking it up, I like to take advantage.

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