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Old 08-30-2016, 03:31 PM   #36 (permalink)
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Originally Posted by Grant-53 View Post
I have been to the 1000 Island area a number of times and it is very flat. I might consider a couple of aero mod e-bikes and a four door truck such as a V6 5 speed Frontier or Ranger with a cap and utility trailer.
Yes, very flat alongside the mighty St. Lawrence River. (Though consistently slightly downhill, going east. )

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But I don't think the e-bike idea would fly with her. (She would use the EV most, locally.)

He rides his (pedal) bike to work 3 seasons.
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