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Forum: General Cycling Discussion
05-30-24, 12:48 PM
Replies: 33
Views: 643
Posted By Smaug1

Those little f*ckers are ruining eBikes for...

Those little f*ckers are ruining eBikes for everyone. Here's my enforcement plan:

Plainclothes police hide with broomsticks in the bushes. When some kid comes along being a jerk, the broomstick...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
05-30-24, 12:38 PM
Replies: 33
Views: 912
Posted By Smaug1

Bummer about the Sirrus, that would've been a...

Bummer about the Sirrus, that would've been a sweet bike. Sounds like it was totally neglected. Not likely stolen, since he was able to go in and find parts for it.

How'd the Motobecane turn out?...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
05-30-24, 12:33 PM
Replies: 21
Views: 336
Posted By Smaug1

What did the laundering instructions tag on the...

What did the laundering instructions tag on the garment say before you cut it out? ;)

Your two-piece shorts may be different than our typical one piece shorts we tend to wear here. For one piece...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
05-30-24, 12:25 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 155
Posted By Smaug1

How old are you? What gender? How much do...

How old are you?
What gender?
How much do you weigh?
What bikes have you had that were uncomfortable, and
what did you find uncomfortable about them?
What is your budget?
Are you looking...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
05-30-24, 12:22 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 59
Posted By Smaug1

Are you logged in when you go to the Strava...

Are you logged in when you go to the Strava homepage?
Once you're logged in, the default view should be Dashboard and in the middle it should show the activities of people you follow. Then, there's...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
05-30-24, 10:40 AM
Replies: 6,480
Views: 606,440
Posted By Smaug1

No fake miles for me. If I'm going to do that,...

No fake miles for me. If I'm going to do that, I'll hit my Total Gym, (there ARE other muscles in the body that need attention, you know...) but more often just take a rest day.

34.9 miles...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
05-30-24, 10:01 AM
Replies: 23
Views: 223
Posted By Smaug1

For commuting, I prefer mechanical shifting...

For commuting, I prefer mechanical shifting (indexed) and hydraulic disc brakes.

I do get by OK with mechanical disc brakes on many of my bikes, though.

I actually have 2 commuter bikes from...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
05-29-24, 07:56 AM
Replies: 6,480
Views: 606,440
Posted By Smaug1

Friday: Rain was coming, but I went out and got...

Friday: Rain was coming, but I went out and got 17 miles on the gravel bike anyway. Got soaked over the last 5 miles, but it's OK, it wasn't too cold.
https://www.strava.com/activities/11489662042
...
Forum: Electric Bikes
05-28-24, 12:15 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 200
Posted By Smaug1

Agreed on the price not being good. ...

Agreed on the price not being good.

Disagreed on Aventon being a "no-name" bike. It may be "no-name" to a regular cyclist who is thinking of typical bike shop brands over the last 50 years, but in...
Forum: Electric Bikes
05-28-24, 12:08 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 303
Posted By Smaug1

Interesting chart in Post #11 by Doc Wui. One...

Interesting chart in Post #11 by Doc Wui. One thing worth noting is that if a fellow does the "best case" 75-65% charge, it takes a LOT more charges to go the same miles than something more...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
05-23-24, 10:19 PM
Replies: 18
Views: 569
Posted By Smaug1

assuming the drop bars are further forward and/or...

assuming the drop bars are further forward and/or lower than the flat bar, (and they usually are) there is more of the riders weight over the legs which translates to “free power”.
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
05-23-24, 10:23 AM
Replies: 18
Views: 569
Posted By Smaug1

One kind of do-it-all option would be to add an...

One kind of do-it-all option would be to add an electric cargo or commuter-type bike. You would work only has hard as you want to. If you use it for transportation in the summer, you would have the...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
05-23-24, 10:21 AM
Replies: 18
Views: 569
Posted By Smaug1

If the main reason is to worry less about the...

If the main reason is to worry less about the bike, I would skip it and stop worrying. Enjoy the bike, it's already 3 years old. Trek is a leader in carbon frames now. Unless you really slam it...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
05-23-24, 10:14 AM
Replies: 6,480
Views: 606,440
Posted By Smaug1

Took the eMoped for the commute today, zero...

Took the eMoped for the commute today, zero miles.
MAY get a short local ride in this evening, but maybe not as my legs are a bit sore and Garmin recommended 3 day recovery before I do another...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
05-23-24, 09:41 AM
Replies: 62
Views: 1,707
Posted By Smaug1

OP, do you have a friend you can coach to coach...

OP, do you have a friend you can coach to coach your wife on shifting?
I've done that before with great success. I try to arrange to not be around when that advice is given, so she wouldn't have to...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
05-23-24, 09:32 AM
Replies: 33
Views: 1,036
Posted By Smaug1

Your statement here reminds me that how the bike...

Your statement here reminds me that how the bike is USED determines how useful fenders are. In the USA, cycling is mostly done for sport and fitness. Kids don't even want to ride bikes any more; they...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
05-23-24, 07:48 AM
Replies: 49
Views: 1,369
Posted By Smaug1

I give him a pass because his moral was on-topic:...

I give him a pass because his moral was on-topic: If you refuse to ride an eBike, at SOME point, you will have to give up doing something you love. (whether it's climbing mountains or riding in a...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
05-23-24, 07:16 AM
Replies: 18
Views: 569
Posted By Smaug1

I like this idea. I got my wife an Electra Townie...

I like this idea. I got my wife an Electra Townie GO! 7D last year; a cruiser eBike. It didn’t INCLUDE the rack and fenders, but we bought the OEM rack separately; it’s quite stout. She doesn’t need...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
05-23-24, 06:08 AM
Replies: 33
Views: 1,036
Posted By Smaug1

Replying now to the thread title, yes, fenders...

Replying now to the thread title, yes, fenders can extend the life of your components.

My earlier example of riding on crushed limestone is a good one I think. If the limestone is just a little...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
05-23-24, 06:00 AM
Replies: 6,480
Views: 606,440
Posted By Smaug1

25 miles on yesterday’s ride. Brutal 20 mph...

25 miles on yesterday’s ride. Brutal 20 mph headwind for about a third of it. I pulled for about half of that, and then a stronger rider and an eBiker finally took their turn. The e-biker got two...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
05-23-24, 05:23 AM
Replies: 13
Views: 441
Posted By Smaug1

Wow. I’m flabbergasted, just like the video...

Wow. I’m flabbergasted, just like the video presenter. There’s so much stuff there. You couldn’t even find the part half the time if you were the owner and knew where to look.
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
05-23-24, 05:12 AM
Replies: 33
Views: 1,036
Posted By Smaug1

Yes, full coverage fenders are worth it if you...

Yes, full coverage fenders are worth it if you will ever ride on a wet road. Even riding on gravel trails they are nice, as the little stones don’t get kicked up and chip away at your paint or get in...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
05-23-24, 05:02 AM
Replies: 62
Views: 1,707
Posted By Smaug1

My wife is the same

Especially about shifting.

She also won’t listen about seat height. (To get torque)

She grew up not riding bikes as much as I did, she preferred a scooter. (remember those ones with the...
Forum: Introductions
05-23-24, 04:47 AM
Replies: 8
Views: 285
Posted By Smaug1

Welcome from SE Wisconsin!

Enjoy your stay.
Forum: Introductions
05-23-24, 04:47 AM
Replies: 2
Views: 121
Posted By Smaug1

As the previous poster said, you should probably...

As the previous poster said, you should probably be ready with some photos. Maybe also check the sold values on eBay.
Forum: Introductions
05-23-24, 04:45 AM
Replies: 3
Views: 186
Posted By Smaug1

Welcome from SE Wisconsin! (USA)

Careful there, I’ve read theft is rampant in London. I recommend a LiteLok U-lock for your new bike.

I’m a big fan of e-bikes, (I have four, plus one for the wife) though a lot of people here are...
Forum: Introductions
05-23-24, 04:42 AM
Replies: 2
Views: 83
Posted By Smaug1

Welcome from SE Wisconsin!

I can’t help with your bike question, but I hope you enjoy your stay.
Forum: Introductions
05-23-24, 04:41 AM
Replies: 7
Views: 841
Posted By Smaug1

Welcome from SE Wisconsin! (USA)

You were more talented than I was as a kid!

Enjoy your stay.
Forum: Introductions
05-23-24, 04:40 AM
Replies: 11
Hi!
Views: 356
Posted By Smaug1

Welcome from SE Wisconsin!

Enjoy your stay.
Forum: Introductions
05-23-24, 04:39 AM
Replies: 5
Views: 225
Posted By Smaug1

Welcome from SE Wisconsin

Enjoy your stay!
Forum: Introductions
05-22-24, 08:39 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 190
Posted By Smaug1

Hello from SE Wisconsin!

In addition to the mechanical sub forum, there’s also a vintage bikes, sub forum that is full of good people.

enjoy your stay!
Forum: Introductions
05-22-24, 08:37 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 152
Posted By Smaug1

Hello from SE Wisconsin!

I think you’ll find the vintage bikes subforum to be full of passionate, like-minded people.

I have a 1972 Schwinn Varsity that I’m pretty fond of.

Enjoy your stay.
Forum: Introductions
05-22-24, 08:35 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 200
Posted By Smaug1

Hello from SE Wisconsin!

I’m a retired motorcyclist and scooterist too.

I re-entered cycling with an eBike, and by not being lazy, I graduated to a regular bike again, and now I’m a moderately strong club rider. You’re...
Forum: Introductions
05-22-24, 08:31 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 203
Posted By Smaug1

Hello from SE Wisconsin!

What is a bike E? (Link?)
Forum: Introductions
05-22-24, 08:29 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 74
Posted By Smaug1

That’s not a very nice “welcome to the forum”...

That’s not a very nice “welcome to the forum” post. :rolleyes:

************

Welcome from SE Wisconsin, neighbor!

I hope you find what you need and also stay and contribute to the collective....
Forum: Introductions
05-22-24, 10:59 AM
Replies: 5
Views: 228
Posted By Smaug1

Welcome from SE Wisconsin!

No bike building for me, but lots of riding of bikes and eBikes.

Enjoy your stay!
Forum: Introductions
05-22-24, 10:57 AM
Replies: 1
Views: 48
Posted By Smaug1

Welcome, from SE Wisconsin!

Enjoy your stay.
Forum: Electric Bikes
05-22-24, 10:56 AM
Replies: 6
Views: 318
Posted By Smaug1

The Rad Rover is certainly more versatile, but...

The Rad Rover is certainly more versatile, but weighs at least 50% more and costs over 25% more too.

The Lectric XP Lite was designed with these compromises in mind to keep it light(ish) at 40...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
05-22-24, 09:59 AM
Replies: 56
Views: 1,864
Posted By Smaug1

I have a colleague who is a cyclist from way...

I have a colleague who is a cyclist from way back, and he warned me about it too. I asked him "what's wrong with triple chainrings?" He said: "They don't always work well.
I've had two bikes with...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
05-22-24, 09:03 AM
Replies: 49
Views: 1,369
Posted By Smaug1

One of my eBikes is just such a bike; it can do a...

One of my eBikes is just such a bike; it can do a little bit of everything....
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
05-22-24, 08:07 AM
Replies: 6,480
Views: 606,440
Posted By Smaug1

8 miles on an eBike yesterday, recovering from...

8 miles on an eBike yesterday, recovering from Monday night's ride: to work: 2 miles, home and back for lunch: another 4. Home after work: 2 more.

Today, four miles again on the eBike for...
Forum: Commuting
05-21-24, 01:15 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 412
Posted By Smaug1

This one looks pretty cool. Check out the...

This one looks pretty cool. Check out the video:...
Forum: Commuting
05-21-24, 12:32 PM
Replies: 25
Views: 1,183
Posted By Smaug1

I had a tricky thing I did with my commuting...

I had a tricky thing I did with my commuting U-lock: instead of leaving it locked to the 1970s-style bike rack at work, I locked it to a piece of conduit external to the building that's under an...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
05-21-24, 10:48 AM
Replies: 68
Views: 1,541
Posted By Smaug1

Well, he can do it in a NYC apartment, but he may...

Well, he can do it in a NYC apartment, but he may need to spend as much on tools and then take months more to git 'er done.
Rather than supporting a local mechanic.
No, it's not rocket science, but...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
05-21-24, 09:21 AM
Replies: 56
Views: 1,864
Posted By Smaug1

You're probably a stronger rider than I am, but I...

You're probably a stronger rider than I am, but I just LOVE a REALLY low gear ratio option, even on a road bike. It fills me with confidence that I can conquer ANY hill.

"What you don't have in...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
05-21-24, 09:15 AM
Replies: 68
Views: 1,541
Posted By Smaug1

Unless you have a lot of time, I'd outsource that...

Unless you have a lot of time, I'd outsource that to the bike shop. Let someone who knows what he's doing go over it. He may find other things that you have not considered. For example, your original...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
05-21-24, 09:09 AM
Replies: 49
Views: 1,369
Posted By Smaug1

Poll for club riders

As you get older and slower, will you just slow down and stay on your regular bikes, or will you get an eBike to keep up with your younger/stronger buddies with whom you've been riding for years and...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
05-21-24, 08:59 AM
Replies: 6,480
Views: 606,440
Posted By Smaug1

https://www.strava.com/activities/11460040202 ...

https://www.strava.com/activities/11460040202

I wound up getting 23 miles in last night. It was one of those evenings when the weather sites were vague. Radar showed some rain moving through just...
Forum: Electric Bikes
05-20-24, 02:39 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 318
Posted By Smaug1

Also, that's a hard sell vs. a Fiido T1 Pro for...

Also, that's a hard sell vs. a Fiido T1 Pro for $999 (https://fiido.com/products/fiido-t1-utility-electric-bike). I think they were on the right track before their "typo". No one types '9' when they...
Forum: Electric Bikes
05-20-24, 02:17 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 318
Posted By Smaug1

kayakindude, electrek is a website, not a bike,...

kayakindude, electrek is a website, not a bike, unless I'm not aware of the bike.
Do you mean Electra?
Or Lectric?
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