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spenser1058 was the sole reason why I waded into this forum. I'd browsed anonymously for a short spell and (as a long time resident) found most of his posts humorous and (more importantly) incredibly knowledgeable regarding the history of this city. I felt immediately welcomed (after joining) by several of his replies. I know I don't post here a lot but I do still browse here fairly often. He will be sorely missed. Happy travels to you spenser1058. Cheers.

Rode the entire Casselberry trail network today. It's all open and clear. I was worried that areas along Cassel Creek (I think that is what it is called) and near the Casselberry golf course might have washed out after Ian...but apparently there was no lasting damage. Little Econ Greenway still has areas closed currently. Also..(on the Urban Trail) the North Quarter crosswalk signals at Weber and Magnolia were " uncovered" and functioning the last few times I have biked through there. It is still an awkward place to cross the street. Be on your guard (he Gandalf'd). I've also noticed quite a few folks using the new Anderson St section of the UT as well... so that is good to see. No worries. Cheers.

I hear you. Biking that stretch is much easier heading south (as you said drivers are rubbernecking north). Not sure what happened to the "green crosswalk" initiative. So many bike crosswalks are still faded or worn out. I thought that all of them (considered part of the trail networks) would have gotten the green treatment by now. I have constant issues with cars stopped in the middle of the crosswalks behind Fashion Square. That being said...just because a crosswalk is "green" doesn't guarantee it is safe. I almost got nailed at Fairgreen Street today (after hitting the crosswalk signal and waiting for the right of way). Orlando drivers are the worst. Hope you are okay. Cheers.

Haven't logged in for a bit. So used to seeing spenser1058's icon/avatar indicating "most recent response" to one topic (or another) and noticed his absence. Quite depressing to read this. Hoping for the best. No worries. Hug your loved ones. Cheers. JRC.

Anybody know what is going on behind Fashion Square (along Maguire and McCullough)? It was previously an empty parking lot next to the Aurora On The Trail apartments. All the remaining trees have been removed and bulldozers are ripping up the old parking pavement. The whole area is fenced off. Just wondering. Cheers.

The Lake Baldwin "loop" trail is finally fully open again. For those who don't know...a section of trail (just west of the "two docks area") washed out and collapsed due to Hurricane Ian. Recently you'd have to detour through downtown BP and pick up the trail again on Lakemont Ave (or vice versa). Thousands of large rocks (or are they small boulders?) have been piled up along the southwest shore of Lake Baldwin to create a breakwater and prevent further storm-related erosion. The "washed out" area of trail has finally been replaced. One (of the two docks) is open again. The other is almost ready. I had attempted to bike around the lake a few days after Ian and several sections of the trail were submerged in several feet of water and BOTH docks were below the water line. Absolutely surreal. Hopefully that won't happen again (also...the flooding around Lake Davis and Delaney/Lancaster Parks was unbelievable...I only mention it because I frequent those neighborhoods on my runs and rides). Little Econ Greenway is still closed (at least parts of it are). I tried to bike it on Sunday (from Cady Way) and got stopped by barricades just east of Goldenrod Road. Not sure how bad it is. The Urban Trail connector from Summerlin to Lake Underhill is fully rideable now. Cross street intersections are a little bumpy (it's a curb thing) but it is very nice overall. The trail gets a little narrow (in spots) but is looking good for the most part. The city planted a lot of new trees (the usual Oaks and Myrtles) along the Greenwood Wetlands/Cemetary area and even some along the neighborhoods between Hampton and Underhill. Special attention was paid to the Anderson/Crystal Lake intersection with added crosswalk signals to head north or east. As the trail hits Lake Underhill there is a VERY dodgy crosswalk at the curve transition (from Anderson to Underhill Road). I know how sketchy that spot can be but I worry about new trail users. I do not see any indication of new crosswalk signals there. It is a very awkward (and partially blind) crosswalk. I will report back later if there are updates. ALSO..the last few days the city has plopped sod down to fill in vacant areas along the trail. Good stuff. Also...why did I think the trail would stretch west to Delaney Avenue? It doesn't..but no worries. Just my dodgy memory, I reckon. No worries. Also...A Happy New Year to all you good local peeps out there . Cheers. JRC.

Hmmm. If that's the case then perhaps those two new trail sculptures are gonna look something like this:

Made me think of this scene. No worries Spenser. Cheers. JRC.

Never went full Epstein, huh? No worries. We can't all have locks like that. Cheers. p.s. rip R.H.

Isn't it obvious? No worries. I am very tired. Have a great weekend everybody. Cheers.

t Hmmm. Not sure. Perhaps the sprinkles are a bit of a deterrent. No worries. Cheers.

That's cool. That little parcel of land always had me wondering who owned it (and what was going to become of it). Nice . Cheers.

I'd seen a bit here and there. Today was the first time I saw the new sign. Cheers.

Work is starting on converting the old popcorn joint (on Primrose) to Smoke & Donuts. New sign is up and work is ongoing on the building. Didn't have my phone on me when I went by there today for photos (might swing by tomorrow). Just an update for anybody interested. Cheers.

Oh man...that sucks. Been over that bridge many times en route to Killarney Station (and beyond to the South Lake Trail). Cheers.

If it's any consolation....it will always be "Delaney School" to me. Cheers.

Maybe they couldn't find a flyer for the old OBT location? I'm trying to imagine a Drive-In theater on Kuhl (in the vicinity of Kaley). Hmmm. Days Gone Bye, I reckon. No worries. Thanks for the post. Cheers.

That poor old man (on the cane) is about to walk right into the bus/shared lane. When I downloaded "The Sims 4" I wasn't expecting this. No worries. Cheers. Queue up Livingston for the heavy traffic diversions!

BREAKING NEWS.....the City of Orlando has released the following statement: "Due to the extensive expansion of residential housing (cleverly mixed with retail storefronts)...the city proudly announces the East Colonial Drive Ultimate Project. ETA for completion...2057". Cheers.

Totally agree.

Many apologies if this has been posted here before. I bike past the Orlando Executive Airport multiple times a week. I know its past history. My grandpa lived here in the 30's and was sent off to war in the 40's. He did his tour in Europe (was wounded and flown home). I reckon he spent time on this "Orlando Army Air Base" (whether coming to or going from the war). Fascinating stuff. Again....apologies if this is redundant....but I find this quite interesting (and right around the corner from my neighborhood). Festival Park indeed. No worries. Cheers.

One does wonder, however..... No worries...and thanks for the memories, Mr. Reed. Porkchops and applesauce. Cheers.

It certainly does... Cheers.

A few random photos from the North Quarter trail (these are about a month or so old...maybe older...I digress): Haven't ridden through there since early/mid June. I will bike through there again this Sunday (hopefully) and post any updates. No worries. Cheers.

I posted some pics of the SoDo/Division Street trail here: https://www.urbanplanet.org/forums/topic/51939-downtown-south-sunrailamtrak-sodo-orlando-health-lymmo-orangemichigan-avenues/?do=findComment&comment=1819516 Not trying to clutter up the site. Just thought some folks might be interested (who would only be concerned with bike trail news). No worries. Cheers.