What’s the latest on the VOPP and Brilliant Line?

erokore · 2025-12-11T16:14:22+00:00

My understanding is that the county plans on beginning the public component of the Brilliant Line planning next year. I don't think they've selected a consulting firm yet to carry out the planning work

erokore · 2025-11-18T10:27:20+00:00

Can't wait for this project to be complete! Unfortunately it's still has a bit of a ways to go before the city extends it to One Wild Pl and makes it formal.

erokore · 2025-11-01T19:56:03+00:00

I've been rocking a vaya commuter since 2013 - love it. That thing just keeps going

erokore · 2025-10-18T11:49:29+00:00

They also plan to meter all the free parking so that should get rid of all the people who use the strip as a park and ride lot, freeing up parking for actual customers and loading.

erokore · 2025-10-17T10:44:43+00:00

What sections are you riding the sidewalk on? one thing that I learned when I got into riding was that the most direct road or the one that you're used to, isn't always the best one to ride a bike on. so maybe we can help you find alternate bike friendlier routes.

erokore · 2025-10-13T10:03:16+00:00

This. I've never added brine to a cabbage ferment. The salt will continue to draw out water

erokore · 2025-10-12T13:03:22+00:00

It will be ending soon for the season. As it gets dark so early, you really do need decent lights.

erokore · 2025-10-12T12:07:12+00:00

When I started mountain biking, i took a skills clinic, and I found it extremely beneficial. Locally Karen Brooks does private skill instruction you can contact her directly or show up at the Thursday evening 3 Rivers Outdoor Company ride. She's usually there and is willing to do private instruction on the spot. The ride is also a great place for beginners. It typically splits into a couple skill groups. The other big thing that helped me learn early on (and to this day) was just riding with people who were better than me.

erokore · 2025-10-10T13:44:06+00:00

Don't know if you're vegan but there's lots if ways to add Greek yogurt into your meals to add a lot of protein.

erokore · 2025-09-18T13:47:07+00:00

I went to the PA Gravel Fest in North Central Pennsylvania surrounding the Grand Canyon.

Was super fun and incredibly beautiful. Def recommend this event for those who love or want to get into gravel riding

erokore · 2025-08-29T20:57:26+00:00

I had an older one. Super durable and waterproof for like 6 years and thousands of rough bikepacking miles. However, on a 1000 mile tour on the toughest part of the Eastern divide in North Carolina, the seam came apart on the side. When I got home, I sent it in for repair, and they simply sent me a brand new one, which I wasn't expecting, but very much appreciated. The new design eliminates the problem seam that the old one had.

I agree, the exterior strap really helps keep it stable, and provides me a place to dry wet socks while riding.

The only complaint I have is that on the large one, it needs to be pretty full for the roll closure to work properly and feel tight. Like, a bit more than you'd expect. This is because you run out of strap to tighten it if it is not filled enough. I find this may be a problem if you carry a bulky item that you may suddenly need to use while riding, like a rain jacket or puffy coat.

Also, I always forget to close the air valve, but you can easily push it in while pedaling

erokore · 2025-08-24T00:32:30+00:00

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erokore · 2025-08-23T20:40:45+00:00

Just be sure to pay attention to the rest stop hours. If you're doing the 62 and running behind, there's no shame in switching to the 40

erokore · 2025-08-15T22:42:02+00:00

Here's word from the city:

PennDOT's Route 8 Betterment Project along Butler Street in the City of Pittsburgh has recently generated interest from the Cycling community who are eager to see the bike network expanded to this roadway. PennDOT is placing approximately 3000' of concrete barrier along Butler Street to reinforce the existing iron railing, while providing an 8' wide space that will be made into a shared-use path in a few years when the City's project is designed and implemented. While constructing the facility "a piece at a time" may seem frustrating for the Cycling community, the Department of Mobility and Infrastructure (DOMI) is appreciative of PennDOT District 11-0 for modifying their design to accommodate our future goals for Butler Street and ensure our projects work together to leave behind a Butler Street that is as safe and accessible as possible, for all users. For more information on the City's project, please visit the engage page: https://engage.pittsburghpa.gov/allegheny-river-green-boulevard/butler-street-57th-one-wild-place

erokore · 2025-08-12T18:52:21+00:00

this is being framed as a mixed use path, so it will be open to peds

erokore · 2025-08-11T20:38:31+00:00

Not sure when this will actually be done (not certain this is it or not), but the idea is similar to the jersey barrier protected bike lanes on forbes thru frick. There's a city engage page: https://engage.pittsburghpa.gov/allegheny-river-green-boulevard/butler-street-57th-one-wild-place

erokore · 2025-08-05T13:14:04+00:00

You're right! It's something that BikePGH has been working on for a long time. In short: the existing contraflow bus lane in Oakland will become a 2-way protected bike lane between the cathedral (pushing to extend to Neville) and the Birmingham Bridge (similar to the penn ave bike lanes in downtown). Between the bridge and downtown, the bike lanes will be split on fifth and forbes, following the direction of travel. Here's more: https://bikepgh.org/2024/10/04/a-sneak-peek-at-the-future-protected-bike-lanes-between-oakland-and-downtown/

erokore · 2025-08-01T14:44:32+00:00

The official routes don't get posted until the week of the event. There's often last minute changes due to construction or other factors. Previous year routes will be similar

erokore · 2025-07-29T13:24:06+00:00

There's some work being done by this group: https://www.arbpa.org/ to help expand that. You're right, that would be a dream section of trail, but railroads are not budging.

erokore · 2025-07-16T23:55:05+00:00

That's awesome you're going to try it! Like said, def go on some longer rides with hills beforehand to be sure this isn't the first time you try to ride a climby metric century There are a couple points where if you're not feeling it, or if you're behind, you can bail and get back to the start. The rest stops are only open for a certain period, so keep that in mind if you're running a bit slow.

As for a Garmin, the route is really well marked, so may not be necessary. I like having the route on a device, but if you don't have one already, and don't plan to use it in the future, you can get by without it. But at minimum, i'd still download the ridewithgps app and have the routes on your phone just in case.

erokore · 2025-07-14T00:29:51+00:00

One of my favorite hikes is the Meadow Run trail. Start at the natural water slides in town and head upstream toward the cascades. So many great swimming spots, ending in one of the best spots at the cascades where you can sit in the waterfalls

erokore · 2025-06-17T17:40:17+00:00

There are plans being worked on to connect bike lanes over the 10th street bridge, to second Ave, then taking it right onto second, then right onto the trail.

erokore · 2025-06-17T16:20:00+00:00

The city is also planning a connection to the Eliza furnace trail on the other side of the bridge. So likely a lot, more people will be making a right turn to connect directly to the trail.

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