Re: [LincolnTalk] Bike rack /hitch

Also Rack Attack in Framingham. Hitches and racks are their only business. https://rackattack.com/store/boston/ Have fun out there. On Sat, May 11, 2024 at 8:31 AM Michelle Barnes via Lincoln < lincoln@lincolntalk.org> wrote: > Dear Elissa and LT, > > I was at Wheelworks in Belmont with the

Re: [LincolnTalk] Peacham Fall Fondo slot TAKEN

> On Sep 15, 2023, at 7:40 PM, Bob Wolf wrote: > > Folks (that ride gravel bikes) > The Peacham Fall Fondo <https://www.peachamfallfondo.com/> on September 30 is > a bike event in Peacham VT. I signed up, but it turns out I cannot > participate this year. It’s a won

[LincolnTalk] Peacham Fall Fondo slot available

Folks (that ride gravel bikes) The Peacham Fall Fondo on September 30 is a bike event in Peacham VT. I signed up, but it turns out I cannot participate this year. It’s a wonderful, if hilly, gravel ride and route

Re: [LincolnTalk] Did you know Tower Road is planned to be re-paved in 2024? Concerned about what this will do to vehicle speeds? If so, read below...

Adding to Margaret’s post on speed tables are “speed humps.” A shorter version of speed tables and, as with tables, a less severe rise (and therefore less noisy) than speed bumps of the sort one sees on Winter St, Sandy Pond Rd, or in parking lots or private ways where the owner seeks to reduce

Re: [LincolnTalk] Bike lanes

We also have the Bicycle and Pedestrian Advisory Committee. BPAC is tasked with making recommendations about roadway safety for cyclists and pedestrians. It is a parallel committee to the RTC with whom we collaborate and, to date, have not disagreed on any recommendations to the Select

Re: [LincolnTalk] To the cyclist who was almost hit on Lincoln Road by a School Van

Kathy, thanks for your attempt to drive safely in the presence of bikes and pedestrians. It may be useful in the midst of this discussion to state what the rules of the road are in this situation. The detail is laid out in MA law, specifically the Acts of 2022, Chapter 358, An Act to Reduce

Re: [LincolnTalk] To the cyclist who was almost hit on Lincoln Road by a School Van

Speed bumps must meet certain criteria listed in the Manual of Uniform Traffic Control Devices, a publication of federal standards. But it’s not that complicated. Lots of towns in our region have installed them effectively. For example, Wayland has installed a series of them that calm

Re: [LincolnTalk] To the cyclist who was almost hit on Lincoln Road by a School Van

This is generally good advice. But at 8 am on a clear day on Lincoln Rd ANY attentive driver can spot a cyclist no matter what they are wearing. > On Aug 31, 2023, at 1:21 PM, Sara Mattes wrote: > > I would strongly urge all walkers and bikers to wear some sort of neon/ > reflective safety

Re: [LincolnTalk] Model Y or Ioniq 5?

Thinking through the same question here even if I’m still a fan of my 20 year old car. Have only done test drives but, you might want to toss in the Kia EV6 into your search, though their availability was slim last I looked. CR likes the Kia a lot: > On Jun 15, 2023, at 7:41 PM, Debra

Re: [LincolnTalk] cat sitter needed (with specific requirements)

Andrea Reynes has done all you require for an elderly cat of ours. cheval1...@gmail.com On Tue, Jun 13, 2023 at 3:14 PM Steve Hirsch via Lincoln < lincoln@lincolntalk.org> wrote: > Hi Lincoln list, > > We are in need of a cat sitter who is adept at administering oral, > topical, and needle

Re: [LincolnTalk] Bike repair?

robinswre...@gmail.com On Fri, May 12, 2023 at 8:05 PM Peter Speert wrote: > I would recommend Robins Wrench in Maynard, a very competent one person > operation. > > Sent from my iPad > > > On May 12, 2023, at 7:30 PM, Kristine Barker > wrote: > > > > Hello, > > > > Wondering if there is

Re: [LincolnTalk] New state law adds protections for pedestrians and bicyclists WBUR News

not be much help. More can and should be done to protect vulnerable road users. BPAC’s hope is that the town can implement effective measures this year. Take care, Bob Wolf BPAC co-chair On Mon, Mar 6, 2023 at 2:48 PM Carol Ryan wrote: > > > > Sent from my iPhone-- > The LincolnTa

Re: [LincolnTalk] mini-splits etc. & sub-zero temperatures

And the new generation Carrier we had installed in ’18 did a great job as well. Bob > On Feb 6, 2023, at 1:37 PM, Terry Green wrote: > > Hi Rich, > We installed a new heat pump last May. The manufacturer is Daikin. We had no > problems with it keeping up with our heating demands during the

Re: [LincolnTalk] BPAC Zoom Forum tonight

of past forums (only North and South so far; East and tonight’s West soon) can be found at http://lincolntown.org/1083/Bicycle-Pedestrian-Advisory-Committee <http://lincolntown.org/1083/Bicycle-Pedestrian-Advisory-Committee> We look forward to seeing those who can attend. Take care, Bo

Re: [LincolnTalk] Zipper repair on ski jacket

Zipper Hospital in Brookline if it’s at all tricky to do. On Sat, Mar 12, 2022 at 4:15 PM wayne vetrone wrote: > I searched the archives and didn't find any posts about zipper > replacement. Does anyone have a good place to bring a ski jacket for a > zipper repair or replacement? > > thank you

Re: [LincolnTalk] a very interesting article...and comments are important, esp. "Slinky55"

We did the energy audit and enhanced insulation through Mass Save in ’18, then replaced the old ‘70s era ducted heat pump with a Carrier Infinity system. The new heat pump functions well in low temperatures as Michael reports about his minisplit system. And the house is less drafty than it

Re: [LincolnTalk] Where to find Binax

Walmart online had them today for $19 for two tests. > On Jan 6, 2022, at 2:45 PM, Cj Sizer wrote: > > Does anyone know where I can find some Binax Rapid COVID Tests? The > pharmacies seem to be all sold out. Thank you for any feedback! > -- > The LincolnTalk mailing list. > To post, send

Re: [LincolnTalk] ISO bike repair shop

Robin Shulman works out of her home in Maynard. Very careful work, strives to understand your needs. Works best through email. robinswre...@gmail.com > On Jan 5, 2022, at 2:25 PM, Anton Marc wrote: > > Can anyone recommend a bike repair service near Lincoln? > Thank you. > -- > The