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Forum: General Cycling Discussion
11-17-20, 03:30 PM
Replies: 276
Views: 20,850
Posted By Maelochs

Some folks, I hear, have bought bikes by mail....

Some folks, I hear, have bought bikes by mail. Some folks have ordered bikes on the internet, and had then delivered.

Not all bikes are available that way ... but if you have been riding long...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
11-16-20, 01:58 PM
Replies: 276
Views: 20,850
Posted By alfie43

Its rarely fun, its work.

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Winter 2019

I am 77 years old. I live in Michigan, and I ride everyday. I...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
11-16-20, 01:25 PM
Replies: 276
Views: 20,850
Posted By greenspark

It's the bike

In 2012 we went to Berlin and collected two new Bella Ciao bicycles from the owner of the company, Matthias. This came after reading Lovely Bicycle Blogspot...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
11-15-20, 10:37 PM
Replies: 74
Views: 6,490
Posted By Ryan_M

Right. Women shouldn't be left freely roaming in...

Right. Women shouldn't be left freely roaming in public without a man's supervision. Who knows what temptations she wouldn't be able to control herself from.... wait what decade is it? Actually I...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
11-14-20, 04:01 PM
Replies: 118
Views: 11,262
Posted By Ald1

Amen to that! When I got back into cycling, three...

Amen to that! When I got back into cycling, three years ago, at age 65 and slightly overweigh, I went into a shop to look at a leftover Domane for 6k. I stood around the expensive bikes and was...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
11-14-20, 06:06 AM
Replies: 276
Views: 20,850
Posted By wphamilton

It took me 2 or 3 months of being car-free before...

It took me 2 or 3 months of being car-free before I felt like it was tolerable. Somewhere in 4-6 months I started to enjoy it.

I know that doesn't sound all that encouraging but I do remember...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
11-13-20, 10:23 PM
Replies: 118
Views: 11,262
Posted By jaxgtr

My wife was a maternity nurse for 15 years, she...

My wife was a maternity nurse for 15 years, she always told me that the worst patient was the wife\girlfriend\baby mama of a doctor. She had a patient once that was the wife of a heart surgeon that...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
11-13-20, 07:15 PM
Replies: 118
Views: 11,262
Posted By TiHabanero

I work in a bike shop in a midsized very...

I work in a bike shop in a midsized very conservative Midwest city and have never heard a customer snark at another person's bike or expect to get to the front of the line. In fact I have experienced...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
11-13-20, 06:00 PM
Replies: 118
Views: 11,262
Posted By GlennR

Maybe he's a cheap rich man and doesn't tip the...

Maybe he's a cheap rich man and doesn't tip the mechanics.

I find a 6 pack of their favorite beer moves you to the front of the line.
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
11-13-20, 04:14 PM
Replies: 118
Views: 11,262
Posted By surak

The only time I think someone might deserve...

The only time I think someone might deserve fast-lane service would be if they were a very loyal customer who brought significant income to the shop and had a pressing need to get something fixed (a...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
11-13-20, 03:52 PM
Replies: 276
Views: 20,850
Posted By Maelochs

Interesting. I have been car-free for much of my...

Interesting. I have been car-free for much of my adult life (no longer am---cars are great every now and then) so I have ridden in every miserable situation--sore, tired, 19 days in a row, the worst...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
11-13-20, 03:47 PM
Replies: 118
Views: 11,262
Posted By Cyclist0108

If anything, the poor guy who needs the bike to...

If anything, the poor guy who needs the bike to commute to work should get priority.
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
11-13-20, 02:57 PM
Replies: 118
Views: 11,262
Posted By GlennR

FIFO - First In First Out. Ask that person...

FIFO - First In First Out.

Ask that person if when they go to DMV to register a new car, should people with a Mercedes go ahead of someone with a Kia?
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
11-13-20, 02:43 PM
Replies: 118
Views: 11,262
Posted By CargoDane

"Stuck up" is my judgement. Take your place in...

"Stuck up" is my judgement. Take your place in line, buddy. It sounds like the same affliction Tesla, large BMW and Mercedes owners exhibit: I have more money than average, so I can park anywhere,...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
11-13-20, 02:33 PM
Replies: 74
Views: 6,490
Posted By Darth Lefty

It's worse than that. They've revived Pope's...

It's worse than that. They've revived Pope's single-tube tires from the early 20th century, which were kicked out of the market by Schwinns with clinchers. BECAUSE OF EXACTLY THIS.

For what it's...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
11-13-20, 01:21 PM
Replies: 64
Views: 6,266
Posted By 10 Wheels

I respond when I can with Marine Air Horn Blast...

I respond when I can with Marine Air Horn Blast at the Drivers window.
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Forum: General Cycling Discussion
11-13-20, 11:54 AM
Replies: 276
Views: 20,850
Posted By SurferRosa

You have to invest time and $120 or so in bike...

You have to invest time and $120 or so in bike specific tools to add to your standard toolbox. Do it a time or two and it pays for itself. Do it twenty times, and it can pay for a nice stable of...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
11-13-20, 10:10 AM
Replies: 276
Views: 20,850
Posted By BillyD

The "suffering" notion is something embraced by...

The "suffering" notion is something embraced by those folks who are ultra passionate about racing and personal visualizations of racing. Many see themselves as following the pros and the intense...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
11-13-20, 10:00 AM
Replies: 276
Views: 20,850
Posted By CargoDane

I live in Denmark. We have plenty of cobble...

I live in Denmark. We have plenty of cobble stoned streets here. I don't need to race to "suffer" or find something uncomfortable or having to stand so my fillings won't shake loose. And I don't need...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
11-12-20, 11:38 PM
Replies: 64
Views: 6,266
Posted By MarcusT

I just wave, like they're old friends.

I just wave, like they're old friends.
Forum: Touring
11-12-20, 05:12 AM
Replies: 107
Views: 11,753
Posted By indyfabz

I crossed the country with a guy who would...

I crossed the country with a guy who would sometimes get fully loaded during the day. He crashed twice and nearly got arrested. One night he didn’t show up at camp until long after everyone else was...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
11-11-20, 05:36 PM
Replies: 74
Views: 6,490
Posted By 70sSanO

Looks like Giant has resurrected the old...

Looks like Giant has resurrected the old automotive tire plug but without a true tubeless system.

So it you get a small pinhole flat, you cram an auto type plug into the hole to fix it. But if...
Forum: Touring
11-11-20, 04:51 PM
Replies: 107
Views: 11,753
Posted By balto charlie

Does anyone not see the irony of this image, an...

Does anyone not see the irony of this image, an overloaded (to some) bike but stopped in front of a Burger King!! I guess they didn't have any food on all of those bags....JK
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
11-11-20, 04:42 PM
Replies: 74
Views: 6,490
Posted By Iride01

No, in that respect it's not being overly frugal....

No, in that respect it's not being overly frugal. I've done many things that get tossed about here on BF as, for lack of a better word, stupid. But when desperate to ride, then stupid sometimes...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
11-11-20, 01:51 PM
Replies: 74
Views: 6,490
Posted By trailangel

Never leave a GF on the side of a trail by...

Never leave a GF on the side of a trail by herself.
Forum: Touring
11-11-20, 12:20 PM
Replies: 107
Views: 11,753
Posted By CargoDane

I still say that "fully loaded" is a relative...

I still say that "fully loaded" is a relative term. The bike with the trailer in the first pic may indeed be "fully loaded". But I'd call that "overloaded" for any kind of progress except down a hill.
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
11-11-20, 12:13 PM
Replies: 74
Views: 6,490
Posted By dedhed

Wow, what a failed system. "emergency" repair...

Wow, what a failed system. "emergency" repair only then buy a new tire.

I wonder if an auto plug would work as well?
...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
11-11-20, 11:25 AM
Replies: 74
Views: 6,490
Posted By rydabent

Unlike car rims bicycle rims have spokes. ...

Unlike car rims bicycle rims have spokes. Tubeless bike tires and wheels seem like kind of a dumb idea.
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
11-11-20, 10:43 AM
Replies: 276
Views: 20,850
Posted By rustystrings61

I don't think I've seen anyone mention Grant...

I don't think I've seen anyone mention Grant Petersen's book Just Ride in this thread, but his whole un-racer attitude might help reinforce the sentiment of finding one's own ride.
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
11-11-20, 07:46 AM
Replies: 276
Views: 20,850
Posted By indyfabz

Some of us don’t have garages and thus keep our...

Some of us don’t have garages and thus keep our bikes inside the house.
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
11-11-20, 05:27 AM
Replies: 276
Views: 20,850
Posted By downhillmaster

Tough crowd here OP. Some don’t want you...

Tough crowd here OP.
Some don’t want you around if you aren’t obsessed.
Keep in mind that there have been entire threads about how often many of them will go into their garage at night for no...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
11-10-20, 09:20 PM
Replies: 276
Views: 20,850
Posted By rustystrings61

Maybe it's just me, but this doesn't seem to me...

Maybe it's just me, but this doesn't seem to me to be a fit issue or an equipment issue. This is an internal conflict issue. He doesn't enjoy cycling, at least not yet - but he feels compelled to go...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
11-10-20, 12:29 PM
Replies: 276
Views: 20,850
Posted By hazetguy

I'd like to know what the "3 speed entry level...

I'd like to know what the "3 speed entry level bike" is, and your general location. Please post some pics of what you're riding.

I know around here, there is no way I'd get any enjoyment out of...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
11-09-20, 08:48 PM
Replies: 113
Views: 12,545
Posted By chainwhip

"You see a lot of white-haired guys driving...

"You see a lot of white-haired guys driving Corvettes for the same reason."

A premium bicyle is like a Sports Car for your Body.
You must ask youself:
"Is my body worth it?"

Regardless of...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
11-09-20, 11:55 AM
Replies: 276
Views: 20,850
Posted By Merrimac

Age 74, I learned to love cycling by doing these...

Age 74, I learned to love cycling by doing these things:

Replace my 35-pound bike with a light-weight one. I have two with aluminum frames, a 19-pound road bike, and a 25-pound gravel bike that I...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
11-09-20, 09:37 AM
Replies: 276
Views: 20,850
Posted By 70sSanO

Go walk those 8-10 miles. I think you will...

Go walk those 8-10 miles.

I think you will find riding more enjoyable.

John
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
11-09-20, 07:08 AM
Replies: 276
Views: 20,850
Posted By Speedway2

I have to admit that since I started riding my SS...

I have to admit that since I started riding my SS Langster again (after collecting dust in the corner of the basement for a few years) my interest in cycling perked.
I just traded one of my geared...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
11-09-20, 05:00 AM
Replies: 276
Views: 20,850
Posted By Machka

When can I expect riding to become enjoyable? ...

When can I expect riding to become enjoyable?

From the very first, freeing pedal stroke! :)
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
11-08-20, 09:53 PM
Replies: 276
Views: 20,850
Posted By phughes

I still say if you had a reason other than the...

I still say if you had a reason other than the ride itself, it may help. I love to ride, but if I just go for a ride, it isn't as much fun for me. It isn't about motivation for me either, I just...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
11-08-20, 08:56 PM
Replies: 276
Views: 20,850
Posted By rsbob

you obviously never learned to snow ski or...

you obviously never learned to snow ski or snowboard. The first few times are painful, frustrating, cold (because you are constantly falling) and at times frightening (being out of control). Even...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
11-08-20, 08:39 PM
Replies: 276
Views: 20,850
Posted By phughes

You may simply be lacking a reason to ride....

You may simply be lacking a reason to ride. Sometimes riding for the sake of riding is tedious, depending on the person. A number of years ago I decided to do my shopping on the bike, telling myself...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
11-08-20, 05:56 PM
Replies: 276
Views: 20,850
Posted By IGH_Only

I definitely think getting up enough endurance is...

I definitely think getting up enough endurance is one of the main issues, which I anticipate will improve. The first couple of days were the toughest by far. Enjoy or not, I don't hate it by any...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
11-08-20, 05:23 PM
Replies: 276
Views: 20,850
Posted By icemilkcoffee

That's the same way with every aerobic sport....

That's the same way with every aerobic sport. When you are running, the first mile is always the toughest. You feel like stopping and going back home. Once you get over that hump then you can...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
11-08-20, 04:41 PM
Replies: 276
Views: 20,850
Posted By bruce19

Assuming that your fit is correct....when you...

Assuming that your fit is correct....when you achieve fitness you will find cycling more enjoyable.
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
11-08-20, 04:12 PM
Replies: 276
Views: 20,850
Posted By 10 Wheels

2010 When I was 68 y/o My First 2,000 Mile month....

2010 When I was 68 y/o My First 2,000 Mile month.
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Forum: General Cycling Discussion
11-08-20, 03:57 PM
Replies: 276
Views: 20,850
Posted By CargoDane

I tried fishing once. Bought some gear (not...

I tried fishing once. Bought some gear (not expensive), and quickly realised that although I liked the idea of fishing, I didn't actually like fishing. I'd rather be on my bike or out rowing or...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
11-08-20, 03:52 PM
Replies: 276
Views: 20,850
Posted By C9H13N

Every time I get on a bike, it puts a ****-eating...

Every time I get on a bike, it puts a ****-eating grin on my face. Even if it’s just to ride down the block for groceries.

Maybe cycling isn’t for you.
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
11-08-20, 03:44 PM
Replies: 276
Views: 20,850
Posted By mstateglfr

I cant imagine participating in a hobby I dont...

I cant imagine participating in a hobby I dont enjoy.

Nobody here knows when you will start to enjoy your hobby.
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
11-08-20, 03:35 PM
Replies: 276
Views: 20,850
Posted By cloud

Plan shorter rides and plan just to take it easy...

Plan shorter rides and plan just to take it easy and "smell the roses" sounds like you are treating it as a chore instead of a treat. In my opinion a nice bike makes a big difference more enjoyable...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
11-08-20, 03:27 PM
Replies: 276
Views: 20,850
Posted By CargoDane

Part of it could be a fitment issue. As for you...

Part of it could be a fitment issue. As for you not enjoying being out there, I'm not sure how to respond to that, as I have been cycling most of my life (from 3 years old). Not because of "fitness",...
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