tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8336643719537144495.post4454538011708149176..comments2023-11-27T16:58:56.996-08:00Comments on Off and On: The Alaska Parkinson's Rag: Alaska Winter, One-Wheel DrivePeter Dunlap-Shohlhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/06286710554254177150noreply@blogger.comBlogger4125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8336643719537144495.post-85785033273035492172012-11-14T09:02:12.218-08:002012-11-14T09:02:12.218-08:00Hi Richard, Sorry for the delay in your comment po...Hi Richard, Sorry for the delay in your comment posting. For some reason Blogger tagged it as spam, and I just found it now in the filter. Great to hear from another pedaling Parkie.<br /><br />Best, <br /><br /><br />PetePeter Dunlap-Shohlhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/06286710554254177150noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8336643719537144495.post-23019071483172478582012-11-12T19:31:26.575-08:002012-11-12T19:31:26.575-08:00I had been bike commuting for a few years prior to...I had been bike commuting for a few years prior to my recent diagnosis. I am now very glad I did as post diagnosis I am driving a lot less for a few of the reasons you have given. I still drive but far less frequently. Since we have been a one car family for a while it was a relatively easy transition. I had also taken and advanced bicycle safety course a few years ago to be better able to bike commute. Little did I know at the time how this would become a necessity.Richard Edgehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/00890422880524991178noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8336643719537144495.post-85333570607253373702012-11-11T16:28:33.070-08:002012-11-11T16:28:33.070-08:00Thanks Adele,
I don't think I'm being bra...Thanks Adele,<br /><br />I don't think I'm being brave here. I have assessed the situation as best I can, and believe that this will be a safe and comfortable, even fun way to go. If it turns out differently, I'll adapt to that. The whole idea is on a try-out basis right now. <br /><br />I have a healthy caution of busy street crossings. There was one intersection in Anchorage that I had to abandon as just too dangerous. It's since been rehabilitated. Is there an alternate route you can take? I've found side streets and neighborhood roads sometimes offer an escape from particularly hairy intersections or routes. <br /><br />We are fortunate to have a great system of trails here in Anchorage. Some are designated "Winter Routes" and plowed more frequently than others. I hope to take advantage of this.<br /><br />Best wishes, and stay safe.<br /><br />PetePeter Dunlap-Shohlhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/06286710554254177150noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8336643719537144495.post-60774161071665922892012-11-11T07:00:08.009-08:002012-11-11T07:00:08.009-08:00Peter,
You are brave and you have such determina...Peter,<br /> <br />You are brave and you have such determination. I am glad you have figured out a way to stay mobile without posing a danger to others. I love your practical, matter-of-fact way of looking at life's obstacles.<br /><br />When the snows of winter block your trails, is there a runner-based alternative?<br /><br />I have started to plan my biking routes for when driving is no longer an option. I don't think I can bike everywhere but I could do many trips that way. It seems ecologically sensible, too. I just wish that I weren't afraid when I cross busy streets. <br /><br />Adele HensleyAdelehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/14294212249517139730noreply@blogger.com