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Forum: General Cycling Discussion
04-20-24, 03:33 PM
Replies: 31
Views: 2,487
Posted By masi61

I used to really like the Colorado Cyclist print...

I used to really like the Colorado Cyclist print catalog years ago. I liked seeing their in house frames they sold and considered their "Macalu" titanium frames back in the day. In more recent years...
Forum: Touring
01-25-24, 03:34 PM
Replies: 17
Views: 909
Posted By cyccommute

I dabbled with them last year and was severely...

I dabbled with them last year and was severely disappointed. I used RideNow but upon installation, the tubes flatted from very small foreign objects in the tire that had not flatted the butyl tubes...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
01-14-24, 12:08 PM
Replies: 31
Views: 1,160
Posted By Iride01

My son does well in Shimano cycling shoes for his...

My son does well in Shimano cycling shoes for his feet that wider than mine but about the same length. I think Shimano actually has wide widths. But you'll have to look. They all are different and...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
01-02-24, 09:57 AM
Replies: 81
Views: 3,336
Posted By cyccommute

The importance of “properly bedding” brake pads...

The importance of “properly bedding” brake pads is overrated not overstated. This article (https://www.theridecollective.com/thefix/the-importance-of-bedding-in-your-bicycles-disc-brakes) is typical...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
11-01-23, 01:11 PM
Replies: 32
Views: 1,643
Posted By top506

This: ...

This:

https://ride.lezyne.com/collections/inflation-parts-accessories-chucks/products/1-abs1p-chuck-v111

Top
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
09-13-23, 08:16 AM
Replies: 46
Views: 2,838
Posted By BJack312

You can't go wrong with King cages.

You can't go wrong with King cages.
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
08-10-23, 10:52 AM
Replies: 23
Views: 820
Posted By Black wallnut

Really big riders don't buy Castelli.

Really big riders don't buy Castelli.
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
07-26-23, 04:11 PM
Replies: 26
Views: 1,673
Posted By firebird854

Massive Update To The New Cycling Route Creation App I've Been Developing!

I'm back! With a huge update and overhaul to the site myself and my roommates have been building in our free time which is dedicated to making the best possible cycling routes!

The site is...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
07-21-23, 09:07 AM
Replies: 32
Views: 1,663
Posted By wolfchild

Wool is the best fabric for socks and that's what...

Wool is the best fabric for socks and that's what I prefer using. Best thing about wool is that it works great in both hot and cold weather.
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
07-16-23, 10:05 AM
Replies: 36
Views: 1,823
Posted By cyccommute

Thank you for the PSA. That guy (and a few...

Thank you for the PSA. That guy (and a few others) are lost causes, however. For those guys, I’d suggest using gasoline in the ultrasonicator at 90°F while smoking a cigarette and playing with a Bic...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
02-01-23, 07:02 PM
Replies: 79
Views: 3,546
Posted By cyccommute

Nope. Silicone fusion tape is different from...

Nope. Silicone fusion tape is different from electrical tape. No adhesive. It fuses to itself without adhesive. Waterproof and can even be applied to wet items. Way better.
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
01-26-23, 04:54 PM
Replies: 48
Views: 6,386
Posted By icemilkcoffee

Another option is Soma tires, also made by...

Another option is Soma tires, also made by Panaracer. They have sales regularly where you can buy their tires for a good discount. I bought some Soma Supple Vitesse SL tires for something like $25...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
11-16-22, 09:19 AM
Replies: 77
Views: 5,131
Posted By 2old

I use Zenni (inexpensive, but rated at the top in...

I use Zenni (inexpensive, but rated at the top in a Consumer's Report test if that means anything) prescription glasses. I like them since they provide an excellent field of view and allow lots of...
Forum: Touring
07-16-22, 11:32 AM
Replies: 54
Views: 3,744
Posted By GamblerGORD53

You left out tire size, but we can assume it's...

You left out tire size, but we can assume it's medium width.
For 35/ 38 mm there is only ONE good choice. Velocity Dyad. It's all I have now on 3 IGH bikes. Eyelets are a STUPID abomination.
The...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
07-01-22, 09:32 PM
Replies: 62
Views: 3,856
Posted By rsbob

I use a Halo headband which has moisture...

I use a Halo headband which has moisture absorption plus a channel to divert remaining moisture away from your eyes. As opposed to a skull cap, your head can still breathe. Great product....
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
06-16-22, 01:08 PM
Replies: 133
Views: 7,877
Posted By mcours2006

Numerous times I've been told I should be riding...

Numerous times I've been told I should be riding on the sidewalk.
Forum: Fifty Plus (50+)
06-13-22, 07:08 PM
Replies: 32
Views: 2,346
Posted By MinnMan

I have a friend who swears by these ...

I have a friend who swears by these

https://www.cat-ears.com/

Never tried them, myself.
Forum: Road Cycling
05-25-22, 09:14 AM
Replies: 261
Views: 9,526
Posted By Bah Humbug

There are two problems here. The first is...

There are two problems here.

The first is that even as designed, it's not very good - the review makes that clear, in detail, and anyone who hasn't read it to find that out should. It's not a...
Forum: Road Cycling
05-21-22, 05:59 AM
Replies: 261
Views: 9,526
Posted By WhyFi

Ahem. :notamused: ...

Ahem. :notamused:

https://cimg0.ibsrv.net/gimg/bikeforums.net-vbulletin/565x749/archie_a8f1e3a83cd3c1083d34e9cb2764ab31993fb5ce.jpg
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
04-05-22, 11:48 PM
Replies: 265
Views: 11,917
Posted By downtube42

I'm neither an early adopter nor a Luddite. When...

I'm neither an early adopter nor a Luddite. When things become affordable and are proven by time, I'll jump on.
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
03-24-22, 06:22 PM
Replies: 21
Views: 1,165
Posted By Steve B.

Well, his best fiction no doubt. Desert Solitare...

Well, his best fiction no doubt. Desert Solitare is maybe is best book. Required reading if you plan on any trips to the US SW.
Forum: Electronics, Lighting, & Gadgets
03-05-22, 12:00 PM
Replies: 39
Views: 1,657
Posted By sdmc530

Well....I broke down and called Garmin, they are...

Well....I broke down and called Garmin, they are very helpful on customer service, they do have good CS. Anyways I hooked up through the connect program and they had me do some things. I will...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
03-02-22, 11:29 AM
Replies: 25
Views: 1,194
Posted By Steve B.

In the US, Jenson o n occasion, the past year or...

In the US, Jenson o n occasion, the past year or more I've been using Universal Cycles, good prices, seem to be able to keep stuff I need in stock. They built a rear gravel wheel for me, it was very...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
02-12-22, 03:02 PM
Replies: 78
Views: 10,376
Posted By sweeks

Reading all this makes me happy that I have...

Reading all this makes me happy that I have 20-year-old Ultegra cranks. They're hollow forged, and I think they look better as well. :love:...
Forum: Advocacy & Safety
02-06-22, 05:28 PM
Replies: 226
Views: 13,986
Posted By genejockey

There's no bike lane, and almost no shoulder....

There's no bike lane, and almost no shoulder. There's no room to pass a cyclist safely without entering the other lane, and there IS another lane. A SINGLE rider should take the lane.

I thought...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
01-30-22, 10:14 AM
Replies: 278
Views: 11,483
Posted By chaadster

Slapping a pair of Juin Tech M1s would be quick...

Slapping a pair of Juin Tech M1s would be quick and inexpensive; the caliper pair (and 2x 6-bolt rotors) is like $170 off Amazon. The OP would use their existing levers, cables, and rotors, and...
Forum: Advocacy & Safety
01-22-22, 12:22 AM
Replies: 33
Views: 3,174
Posted By masonv45

Illegally dumped tires become bicycle lane barriers

Great way to reuse a blight in the community...
https://dailymemphian.com/article/26621/trash-or-treasure-illegally-dumped-tires-become
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
01-02-22, 11:27 AM
Replies: 10
Views: 548
Posted By 79pmooney

Sorry, got here late but I would have said, try...

Sorry, got here late but I would have said, try ACE. Many (not all) ACEs have outstanding fastener selections. M5 x 0.8 thread is very common for WB bosses, dropouts, toeclip and reflector holes on...
Forum: Commuting
12-31-21, 07:28 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 1,016
Posted By Korina

Try it before you need to commute; catch a bus...

Try it before you need to commute; catch a bus and ask the driver if you can try putting your bike on the rack.

I've done it with fenders and cantis with reasonable success; I put the arm over the...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
12-08-21, 01:09 PM
Replies: 32
Views: 2,377
Posted By chaadster

Definitely tires. They can transform any ride.

Definitely tires. They can transform any ride.
Forum: Touring
11-30-21, 03:56 PM
Replies: 41
Views: 6,753
Posted By Miele Man

Fir simplicity and reliability I far prefer the...

Fir simplicity and reliability I far prefer the Old School Thumbshifters. No problem remembering which lever shifts up or down (Rapidfire type shifters) and no danger of hitting a bump and...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
11-21-21, 03:07 PM
Replies: 23
Views: 1,855
Posted By Russ Roth

One that doesn't come up much but I learned about...

One that doesn't come up much but I learned about here is xxcycle.com they're more varied in what they have but the prices are decent.
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
11-21-21, 01:45 PM
Replies: 23
Views: 1,855
Posted By Branko D

Used both shops, no complaints at all. Warranty...

Used both shops, no complaints at all. Warranty service was also honoured without issue. Also used two German based online shops, Bike24 and bike-components.de, both are top notch.
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
10-22-21, 12:28 PM
Replies: 52
Views: 3,773
Posted By wolfchild

100% waterproof and 100% breathable doesn't...

100% waterproof and 100% breathable doesn't exist, the isn't a fabric out there that can keep water out and let sweat out at the same time...You have a choice, you can either accept getting wet with...
Forum: Commuting
10-19-21, 11:18 AM
Replies: 121
Views: 10,626
Posted By cb400bill

Yes.

Yes.
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
08-27-21, 11:15 AM
Replies: 16
Views: 1,027
Posted By unterhausen

Well, that's enough of that. OP call your doctor....

Well, that's enough of that. OP call your doctor. Over a billion people around the world have had one of these shots and had no serious side effects at all.
Literally dozens have had a problem for...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
08-17-21, 02:21 AM
Replies: 137
Views: 8,964
Posted By delbiker1

The only "tattoos" I have are scars from...

The only "tattoos" I have are scars from injuries/surgeries. A few of them from are riding and going down, and a couple from working on bikes. I am not knocking getting inked, I'm just not...
Forum: Fifty Plus (50+)
07-18-21, 06:17 PM
Replies: 19
Views: 1,671
Posted By bruce19

In my experience you will try several brands...

In my experience you will try several brands until you find what works for you. It took me awhile but I ended up with Assos..
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
06-17-21, 06:34 AM
Replies: 75
Views: 7,933
Posted By JohnDThompson

Under the straps. Otherwise, I need to remove my...

Under the straps. Otherwise, I need to remove my glasses in order to take off the helmet.
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
06-13-21, 12:54 PM
Replies: 28
Views: 2,625
Posted By livedarklions

Harris Cyclery Last Day

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Just now, Harris family on the last day of Harris Cyclery. They...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
06-10-21, 12:21 AM
Replies: 76
Views: 5,435
Posted By nomadmax

At that price I'd call it WTF lube.

At that price I'd call it WTF lube.
Forum: Advocacy & Safety
06-07-21, 09:10 PM
Replies: 22
Views: 1,966
Posted By jon c.

not a problem here. no one ever uses turn...

not a problem here. no one ever uses turn signals.
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
05-11-21, 12:54 PM
Replies: 52
Views: 4,694
Posted By tyrion

A fuel shortage we can handle. But those hackers...

A fuel shortage we can handle. But those hackers better not mess with our toilet paper supply.
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
05-08-21, 01:28 PM
Replies: 68
Views: 4,806
Posted By genejockey

I would not draft any of the eBikes I see on the...

I would not draft any of the eBikes I see on the roads the OP rides. They do not inspire confidence. In addition, they mostly pass me going uphill, where drafting would be useless, and downhill I'm...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
05-01-21, 08:58 AM
Replies: 16
Views: 1,948
Posted By cyccommute

Why bother on the chain? Chains are cheap. Get...

Why bother on the chain? Chains are cheap. Get a new one and go ride.

The pedals don’t care if they are rusted or not. That’s just cosmetic. Ride them enough and the rust will wear off. ...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
04-24-21, 04:29 PM
Replies: 130
Views: 7,183
Posted By fredlord

On the bike paths of Sydney my success rate seems...

On the bike paths of Sydney my success rate seems to have been higher than yours. If my advanced warning(s) have gone unheeded, I automatically make some calculations/judgements: are they truly...
Forum: Electronics, Lighting, & Gadgets
04-22-21, 02:19 PM
Replies: 47
Views: 12,573
Posted By noglider

That's why I love dynamos for headlights. I...

That's why I love dynamos for headlights. I *think* I charged my headlight yesterday, but it turns it was the day before, and now it crapped out during a ride. This is not OK. Dynamo headlights are...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
04-14-21, 04:16 PM
Replies: 27
Views: 1,826
Posted By 70sSanO

I always love these tire mounting threads. ...

I always love these tire mounting threads.

I’m going to be 70 this year and I need to remind myself to never say to my grandchildren...

“Hey kids do you want to watch grandpa put a tire on...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
04-13-21, 07:03 PM
Replies: 27
Views: 1,826
Posted By 2_i

This is insulting, maybe a provocation. The...

This is insulting, maybe a provocation. The usual problems in getting the beads have to do with skills of the operator who may then seek some outside to blame for. My common exercise is to put...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
03-26-21, 07:48 PM
Replies: 64
Views: 4,281
Posted By GlennR

Sorry, but no. Name your kids, your dog and...

Sorry, but no.

Name your kids, your dog and your boat, but never a car or bicycle or body part.

BTW, i'm sure this is not the first "name your bike" topic.
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