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Re: Walking & Biking

Edge — Sun, 13 Apr 2008 18:52:56 -0000

I mentioned it on another part of the forum, but wanted to mention it here as well, that we have been using the bus system to enjoy downtown on the weekends, and have been quite happy with it.

The big problem is infrastructure:
Lack of a Walk signal across 7th at the Frederick Shopping Center
Lack of a crossing on the Rosemont side of the Military Rd entrance to Ft D & bus stop
The Opossumtown Pike and Thomas Johnson walk signal Does Not Work
I have had to hop onto sidewalks in slightly heavier traffic with cars parked on the sides, but that's normal in most American cities.
Sweet signs with a bike on them, saying "share the road" nice, but bike lanes would be better..

Compliments:
Drivers are extremely kind, when they are paying attention.
People do walk and bike!
Does not feel like a big, car-bound city in the Ft D or downtown areas. Other areas may be different.

Love that we can walk to grocery, dinner or lunch.
Also walking to the grocery at 7th, and biking up to Thomas Johnson on O'town Pike for grocery options.

I'm not naming names, is that encouraged or?

Re: Finding a place to live

Edge — Sun, 13 Apr 2008 18:14:23 -0000

We're new and living in the Ft Detrick area. The 60 bus stops at 7th st, heading downtown in less than 15 mins. Bus drivers are very helpful to confused newbies. We take the 30 bus from the Marc station back, also a short ride. Between traffic, gas prices and parking fees, the bus can't be beat! Besides, we don't have our car shipped in yet.

Re: Local bank or credit union experiences?

Edge — Tue, 08 Apr 2008 08:05:10 -0000

Credit unions are always better. I've been really happy with these guys while I was in Germany on an Army post: http://www.cuswirl.com/loca... .
Still working on switching over, will let you know if it gets weird.
We were with Service Credit Union, but once you find a location you like, contact them and ask how you can become a member. You may need to pay a small fee (less than $20) but you will save hundreds by avoiding the vicious gouging of commercial banks.
More finance info: http://consumerist.com/
http://redtape.msnbc.com/
Read "Gotcha Capitalism" by Bob Sullivan to learn more.

Enjoy,
Edge

Re: Walking & Biking

Edge — Tue, 01 Apr 2008 15:36:06 -0000

Well, we're here, and so far quite pleased with the walkability by Ft Detrick. I'm eyeballing the clouds at the moment, planning a quick bike ride down to Rosemont to try and buy a helmet. I'm not a road biker, more basic transportation and recreation.
My own bike and helmet should get here in a couple weeks.
As walkable as this town is, I'm surprised not to see more people enjoying it.

Re: Any adult sports or activities?

Edge — Wed, 19 Mar 2008 16:48:39 -0000

Any good judo in Frederick? Would anyone know about aikido, iaido, or other obscure Japanese pastimes? Heck, I've always wanted to learn ikebana, for that matter. :-)

Thanks for any info,
Edge

Re: Walking & Biking

Edge — Thu, 13 Mar 2008 07:55:25 -0000

I'm gonna need some fashion tips, I guess.. How DOES one dress and act like a serious cyclist? 8-) Here in Germany you get Oma in her nice coat and shoes on her shiny city bike! Another granny rides around with her little dog in a basket on the back of her bike. Very Cute.

We've got things set up so that I can work at home (I'm a Rolfer, greetings to the acupuncturist!) and hubby can walk to Fort Detrick for his job. Shopping, heading for the farmer's market, and tourism we may have to drive to. Fact of modern life, unfortunately. I believe that in 100 years we will be looking back saying "WHAT were we thinking??" ;-D

We will be looking at joining the "cycling community" there and helping to improve perception and education about "alternative" transport. Hubby's in public affairs, so he may have some ideas.

Thanks Sculturegirl, I'd love a tour of the nice areas (we're close to Gambrills SP) when we finally get our things, including my bicycle! Hubby will be in the market for a recumbent trike, I think we found a source for those out in Mt Airy.

We've gone from buckets of hail to sunshine in 5 minutes here in Eastern Bavaria. What kind of weather should bikers/strollers be prepared for in Frederick County?

Thanks so much for the warm welcome,
Edge