@ascentale @xtaran

A6. I generally start level on any new seat/bike. But I inevitably end up tipping the nose slightly down as I find that minimizes chafe and reduces the tendency for things to go numb in my nethers.

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😅 I made a mistake and I think I lost Q8. So here it is:

And the last question is one I'd be slightly embarassed to answer. @forpeterssake asks:

Q8. For real, though, how often do you actually clean your chain?

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@daihard asks a question that I've been curious about, because I haven't yet owned a tubless tire-d bike. But I taught a flat fixing class and had to do some research to learn.

Q7: For tubeless tire users, what tools do you carry with you in case of a flat or if you need to pump or increase tire pressure?

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@glightly asks a question about the words we use:

Q4. The language around cycling has changed over the years and some of us are also trying to consciously change it. What are terms you used to use that you no longer use and why?

I'm thinking "biker"; "cyclist"; "accident"; "crash"; "ten speed"; "road bike"

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@ai6yr asks about practical utility cycling:

Q3. I live in a suburb slowly moving to become more bicycle friendly. I'm wondering what the "max" and "ideal" bicycling distance is to things like grocery stores and shops are in more bicycle friendly places in the world? What is the upper limit for convenience?

(I edited the question slightly, hope that I did it ok!)

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@enobacon asks a related question: Q2B. Have you found ebikes to be life-changing?

(Feel free to explain in replies, and hopefully I did this poll correctly!)

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The next question is about people starting to bike. @fbaum asks:

Q2. I’d like to hear stories of family or friends starting to bike, too! Have you been surprised by anyone’s story of trying out riding?

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Welcome to #BikeNite (similar to #BikeSchool on the other site). Thank you for following along, and I hope we all enjoy chatting about bikey stuff! Feel free to answer whenever at your convenience. Anyone can join, now or later.
We'll start out with an introduction and question from @xtaran

Q1. Where are you posting from? And related to the #BikeNite hashtag (thank you jeremy_ai) do you ride your bike at night? How do you feel about it?

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@ascentale @SamUpstate #BikeNite #BikeNiteQ #biketooter A2 What are some of the physical sensations of the outside world that you experience (that others may not) because you're on a cycle?
Winds are the biggest physical aspect of biking. It’s not unusual to have to pedal going downhill simply to keep momentum when the winds are blowing. And if I’ve got panniers outboard, well, all bets are off.

@ascentale #BikeNite #BikeNiteQ #biketooter A1. It’s been a good week in South Central MN, USA. Got long weekend #bicycletouring trip last weekend and an extended trip on a #railstotrails earlier this week.

Sometimes bike infrastructure doesn't work for all people on cycles. @glightly asks:

Q6. What would motivate abled cyclists to get as active on accessibility to disabled cyclists as they are on accessibility to abled cyclists?

(An example of racks that don't work for all types of cycles: https://sfba.social/@ucaccessnow/110974278367774697 )

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A lot of people on #BikeTooter ride a variety of different cycles, and some of these are designed to be accessible to many more people. @inliuofjoan asks:

Q5. I'd like to see some (non-racing) bikes adapted for people with disabilities. Locally there are occasionally events to show off these kinds of bikes, but I think there could be more. So what are some bikes that people with disabilities use?

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We've had a lot of good discussion about tires and brakes recently. @parsley asks about pedals, another component that may be subject to strong personal preferences:

Q4. I've never ridden with anything but flat pedals. If I were to upgrade to something else - suitable for a beginner - roughly where should I start looking? What terms do I need to know?
Note: I ride a short-wheelbase recumbent.

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This next question is a fun one from @IPEdmonton:

Q3 Are you a namer of bikes, or not? For those who are, what characteristics make for a good bike name? Tell us one or two of your bikes’ names, past or present.

(Added by me: photos are welcome too!)

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@SamUpstate shares an anecdote and related question: There's a local road I ride almost daily that has a sunny section immediately followed by a section overshadowed by a thick growth of trees. On sunny days, the temperature differential has to be at least 10 degrees F. The feeling is palpable on a bike. But I'm sure drivers have no idea.

Q2. What are some of the physical sensations of the outside world that you experience (that others may not) because you're on a cycle?

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Welcome to #BikeNite (similar to #BikeSchool on the other site). Thank you for following along, and I hope we all enjoy chatting about bikey stuff! Feel free to answer whenever at your convenience. Anyone can join, now or later.

We'll start out with an introduction and question.

Q1. Where are you posting from, and how has your week been? Is there anything you are looking forward to?

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@scott see also ICYMI #BikeNiteQ 3 https://urbanists.social/@ascentale@sfba.social/110952791561355639

We'll end #BikeNite with this question from @dx :

Q8. What is your most “out there” fringe opinion about bikes or biking?

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And a question about advocacy from @glightly:

Q7. Have you ever turned up at a city council mtg or emailed or phoned/faxed to push for more/better/safer/more accessible cycle infrastructure or laws? If so, what was the issue and how did you feel about it as you were doing it?

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Let's talk about gravel biking - @kimu asks:

Q6. If someone was interested in exploring gravel biking, any suggestions on how to get started? I’m not interested in mountain biking, but gravel seems in between that & road biking - is that right?

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