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Forum: Forum Suggestions & User Assistance
09-11-23, 03:22 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 464
Posted By preventec47

Cannot edit my password ? ? ?

I was locked out and forgot my password and was given a pregenerated password to sign in with. I was also advised to edit my password to something of my choosing and easier to keep up with. ...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
06-18-21, 06:11 AM
Replies: 50
Views: 3,059
Posted By preventec47

ALO - Where exactly do you live where bike parts...

ALO - Where exactly do you live where bike parts are only 25 percent of USA cost ?

I assume the bikes sold in the USA in Walmart and other Department store bikes and their
components are what...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
06-12-21, 12:21 PM
Replies: 182
Views: 16,353
Posted By preventec47

The diameter/circumference of the outer edge of...

The diameter/circumference of the outer edge of the rim does not determine the tightness when installing a tire. If the depth to the bottom of the inner part of the
rim is greater, then on the...
Forum: Tandem Cycling
04-19-21, 09:08 AM
Replies: 204
Views: 91,834
Posted By preventec47

Italian Compact Tandem

https://www.mtbici.it/en/bicycles/special-bikes/tandems/tandem-unisex-compact-competition-26-21v-alluminio-speedcross.html

In practice I dont know how well it rides or performs but I sure would...
Forum: Tandem Cycling
03-30-21, 08:22 AM
Replies: 7
Views: 3,114
Posted By preventec47

Finally found the perfect solution at WALMART !...

Finally found the perfect solution at WALMART ! It does hook to the bar with straps but I knew I did not want any bag hanging down from the stokers bar and tucked up under
the stem if it was...
Forum: Tandem Cycling
03-28-21, 06:48 AM
Replies: 204
Views: 91,834
Posted By preventec47

https://cimg9.ibsrv.net/gimg/bikeforums.net-vbulle...

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Tour-de-Suisse...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
02-05-21, 07:56 PM
Replies: 25
Views: 2,613
Posted By preventec47

I finally did purchase some chain for my timing...

I finally did purchase some chain for my timing sprockets on my tandem and I believe they tout some hard chrome coating etc

product link ...
Forum: Tandem Cycling
11-08-20, 06:54 AM
Replies: 10
Views: 4,385
Posted By preventec47

I plan to continue to ride with stokers most of...

I plan to continue to ride with stokers most of the time but if I had an occasion to need to haul cargo then being able to "convert" my bike would be pretty cool.
Getting two for one so to speak in...
Forum: Tandem Cycling
11-05-20, 08:24 PM
Replies: 20
Views: 2,869
Posted By preventec47

Thank you LV2TNDM...

Thank you LV2TNDM (https://www.bikeforums.net/members/lv2tndm-28877.html) that all sounds very encouraging. I was beginning to have 2nd thoughts about buying my tandem mountain bike but I have...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
11-03-20, 07:00 PM
Replies: 38
Views: 2,900
Posted By preventec47

Shelby, I have used that phrase before with...

Shelby, I have used that phrase before with friends and it has never worked out well. But you got me there as for all the advantages of heavy bikes, I cannot assert that they are easier for...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
10-31-20, 01:22 PM
Replies: 25
Views: 2,007
Posted By preventec47

I hope you are wrong as I recently ordered and...

I hope you are wrong as I recently ordered and received two Schwalbe Marathon Plus tires which they say has the most durability and reliability built in.
I have not mounted/installed them yet . I...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
10-30-20, 10:11 AM
Replies: 278
Views: 19,497
Posted By preventec47

A commonly known constant in aviation is that the...

A commonly known constant in aviation is that the aerodynamic drag increases by the cube of the speed. ie 20mph requires eight ( 8 ) times the
power to overcome the drag at 10 mph. 40 mph...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
10-30-20, 09:00 AM
Replies: 278
Views: 19,497
Posted By preventec47

I bet we could probably learn a lot about heavy...

I bet we could probably learn a lot about heavy bikes from those guys who drive bicycle taxis in various parts of the world. I am no specially skilled rider
but I have a tandem bike and I give...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
10-25-20, 07:17 PM
Replies: 48
Views: 4,456
Posted By preventec47

In the year 2005 I was in a pack of 5 riders...

In the year 2005 I was in a pack of 5 riders tailgating each other going down a hill about 30 mph and the 2nd riders front wheel touched the rear wheel of the leader and there was a terrible pileup. ...
Forum: Tandem Cycling
10-25-20, 01:52 PM
Replies: 25
Views: 3,658
Posted By preventec47

22 small ring gear ! I just ran across the...

22 small ring gear !
I just ran across the SALSA POWDERKEG Tandem on the SALSA website and it has (SHOCKINGLY to me) a rear cassette of 11-36 and a front triple ring of 44-33-22

Thats right ...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
10-25-20, 06:03 AM
Replies: 18
Views: 1,499
Posted By preventec47

What are the largest Online Bicycle parts sellers ?

I assume that size ( dollar volume) can equate to greater qty or selection of inventory. I assume BikeNashbar to be one or at least the oldest as I was buying from them in the mid 80's. I get...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
10-21-20, 11:01 AM
Replies: 278
Views: 19,497
Posted By preventec47

Getting ready for my workout. It should not...

Getting ready for my workout. It should not take long with my new exercise bike :-)
.
....
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
10-20-20, 06:01 PM
Replies: 34
Views: 2,986
Posted By preventec47

For anyone that has a genuine interest in this...

For anyone that has a genuine interest in this bike-boat contraption.... you might like to know that picture was taken during a full tilt sprint past the person with the camera.
There are some...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
10-20-20, 03:39 PM
Replies: 34
Views: 2,986
Posted By preventec47

I know it looks like a toy or gadget but take off...

I know it looks like a toy or gadget but take off down the lake and you are liable to find yourself 10 or 12 miles down the lake after an hour or two.

Then you have to turn around and get home. ...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
10-20-20, 11:51 AM
Replies: 37
Views: 3,988
Posted By preventec47

Well I didnt intend for this to devolve into a...

Well I didnt intend for this to devolve into a name calling affair as my original statement was meant to be light hearted but true.

Lots of people dont see it the way I do and that is fine. I...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
10-20-20, 07:56 AM
Replies: 37
Views: 3,988
Posted By preventec47

I think another way I see it is............ ...

I think another way I see it is............ Hockey Players wear HELMETS. Most bicyclists wear what I consider to be HATS in comparison

Dont get me wrong, I am not on any kind of crusade, I...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
10-20-20, 07:04 AM
Replies: 34
Views: 2,986
Posted By preventec47

Come springtime I will have installed fishing rod...

Come springtime I will have installed fishing rod holders on each pontoon so I can troll with artificial minnows with hooks. That way I can say I got something out of my workout. Two fish for...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
10-20-20, 06:31 AM
Replies: 278
Views: 19,497
Posted By preventec47

Heavy Bikes are better !

Unless you are a professional or amateur racer..... Ride as heavy a bike as you can ! You will get a better workout, You will save money as they are cheaper and more rugged requiring less...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
10-20-20, 05:58 AM
Replies: 34
Views: 2,986
Posted By preventec47

Anyone Here Ride a Bike-Boat ?

I just put the Time Trial bars on mine..........
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Forum: General Cycling Discussion
10-19-20, 04:44 PM
Replies: 17
Views: 826
Posted By preventec47

I am excited to have a plan. I have been through...

I am excited to have a plan. I have been through one can each of WD40, Blaster and Auto Brake cleaner over several days to free up the release lever on the shifter.
The bike was only ridden about...
Forum: Tandem Cycling
10-18-20, 05:40 PM
Replies: 1
Views: 913
Posted By preventec47

Somewhat Amusing Stoker View

I have accommodated a wide variety of stokers but the most important was my 75 year old mother at the time so I got a special handle bar for her.

Other people really liked it as well from the...
Forum: Electronics, Lighting, & Gadgets
10-17-20, 08:23 AM
Replies: 21
Views: 2,212
Posted By preventec47

Proper design rear safety light

I have looked at a lot of battery powered red lights for bikes and in a dark room they all focus the light in a narrow beam on the wall which means cars etc off to the side will see a very dim view....
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