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Forum: General Cycling Discussion
05-25-24, 10:21 AM
Replies: 80
Views: 1,870
Posted By Rick

[QUOTE][chaadster Posted: It must be the water,...

[QUOTE][chaadster Posted: It must be the water, though self-reported cases of mental *********** are predictably low…

EDIT: handicapation?/QUOTE]

GET OVER IT
Forum: Electronics, Lighting, & Gadgets
05-24-24, 10:50 PM
Replies: 43
Views: 1,729
Posted By Rick

I read a study from some years ago and the study...

I read a study from some years ago and the study said that 89% of car bicycle collisions happened at intersections. Although the study was done decades ago, Intersections are still a major danger...
Forum: Advocacy & Safety
05-24-24, 10:33 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 271
Posted By Rick

ForceD: I bet you will be more alert after this...

ForceD: I bet you will be more alert after this near miss. This situation was all to common when I and the wife lived in a college town. A friend of ours died of a broken neck from a wrong way rider....
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
05-24-24, 01:03 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 331
Posted By Rick

Aero Tech Designs...

Aero Tech Designs (https://aerotechdesigns.com/lightweight-packable-cycling-rain-jacket.html)
Forum: Touring
05-23-24, 05:19 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 173
Posted By Rick

You need to measure them or have a bicycle shop...

You need to measure them or have a bicycle shop do this. 26" tires are still widely available on the internet and some bicycle shops.
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
05-23-24, 12:37 PM
Replies: 80
Views: 1,870
Posted By Rick

chaadster: TPU is not as dependable as Butyl...

chaadster: TPU is not as dependable as Butyl Rubber. Patching them alongside the rode is hit and miss. The pressure in my tires went down slowly. The hole or holes were small enough that they were...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
05-22-24, 08:40 PM
Replies: 33
Views: 852
Posted By Rick

Fenders not only keep the bicycle cleaner but...

Fenders not only keep the bicycle cleaner but keep allot of the crud of of you also.
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
05-22-24, 05:02 PM
Replies: 80
Views: 1,870
Posted By Rick

chaadster: Butyl rubber tubes are immediately...

chaadster: Butyl rubber tubes are immediately patchable. TPU tubes are problematic. I use Rema...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
05-22-24, 01:45 PM
Replies: 80
Views: 1,870
Posted By Rick

Micro holes, difficulty in patching and just...

Micro holes, difficulty in patching and just being two delicate are not what I need in a tube. Although informative this posting has been full of assumptions and some well honed selective reasoning...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
05-21-24, 06:30 PM
Replies: 80
Views: 1,870
Posted By Rick

I purchased three Aerothan tubes and installed...

I purchased three Aerothan tubes and installed two of them in my bicycle. My bicycle set unused for several months. The tires were totally flat, when I went to use it. I aired them up and one of them...
Forum: Touring
05-17-24, 02:22 PM
Replies: 21
Views: 647
Posted By Rick

You want to sit on the rear of the seat, not the...

You want to sit on the rear of the seat, not the front. Make sure the nose and heel of the seat are level, if so try adjusting the saddle forward.
Forum: Touring
05-17-24, 01:54 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 1,318
Posted By Rick

I recently replaced my Tubus Tara with the Tubus...

I recently replaced my Tubus Tara with the Tubus Grand Expedition. I had to use The Tubus Extension Adapter (https://www.campfirecycling.com/product/tubus-extension-adapter-p-1030.html) because the...
Forum: Touring
05-17-24, 09:20 AM
Replies: 76
Views: 2,304
Posted By Rick

Duragrouch: I live in California so the canister...

Duragrouch: I live in California so the canister stove is required. I have a Kovea Spider stove with a heat tube. Not all stoves with heat tubes even work. You can simmer with the canister inverted...
Forum: Touring
05-16-24, 10:13 PM
Replies: 76
Views: 2,304
Posted By Rick

If you want to carry the extra weight there are...

If you want to carry the extra weight there are refillable 1 gallon propane canisters. Propane will work on most if not all canister stoves. I use a remote canister stove that has a heat tube. The...
Forum: Electronics, Lighting, & Gadgets
05-16-24, 10:00 PM
Replies: 43
Views: 1,729
Posted By Rick

I use the taillight flasher for daylight, it...

I use the taillight flasher for daylight, it allows the drivers to notice me ahead of time. I use my voice and maneuvering to avoid drivers starting from a stop and other fun stuff at intersections.
Forum: Electronics, Lighting, & Gadgets
05-16-24, 04:13 PM
Replies: 43
Views: 1,729
Posted By Rick

The lights we are posting about are for daylight...

The lights we are posting about are for daylight viability. If you want night time helmet lights Dinotte (https://store.dinottelighting.com/2024-xe2-headlight-p90.aspx)has a good one also.
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Forum: Electronics, Lighting, & Gadgets
05-16-24, 04:02 PM
Replies: 43
Views: 1,729
Posted By Rick

​​​​​​​I have a Storm Whistle but need to wear...

​​​​​​​I have a Storm Whistle but need to wear ear plugs to use it. I have small ear canals and the whistle causes allot of pain.
Forum: Touring
05-16-24, 01:05 PM
Replies: 76
Views: 2,304
Posted By Rick

Tourist in MSN I have the Velocity 26" Psycho...

Tourist in MSN I have the Velocity 26" Psycho rims and Schwalbe Pickup tires on my bicycle. I believe my rim weight is close to yours. The rear wheel weighs 10.4 pounds. If I ever need a new rim I...
Forum: Electronics, Lighting, & Gadgets
05-16-24, 12:48 PM
Replies: 43
Views: 1,729
Posted By Rick

I suggest an air raid siren. The horn from Loud...

I suggest an air raid siren. The horn from Loud Bicycle (https://loudbicycle.com/) would be a good start.
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
05-16-24, 12:30 PM
Replies: 31
Views: 1,065
Posted By Rick

Thanks zandoval: I used the Kneesavers for the...

Thanks zandoval: I used the Kneesavers for the first time Jan 1980 and they have been in every bicycle that I have owned since then. I used the Speedplay Frogs for the large amount of float. In my...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
05-16-24, 09:29 AM
Replies: 31
Views: 1,065
Posted By Rick

I have Speedplay Frogs that need replacing. The...

I have Speedplay Frogs that need replacing. The wrench flat removal by most companies is annoying and a problem for me. I looked and Shimano has four SPD models with wrench flats, Richey has two...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
05-16-24, 09:14 AM
Replies: 14
Views: 362
Posted By Rick

Andrew R Stewart: I have a Rohloff equipped...

Andrew R Stewart: I have a Rohloff equipped bicycle with the gates carbon drive. It is 10 years old and I prefer it to a chain drive setup. The Rohloff has the least added friction of any internal...
Forum: Touring
05-15-24, 06:26 PM
Replies: 76
Views: 2,304
Posted By Rick

frogshawn: The Rohloff is the only internally...

frogshawn: The Rohloff is the only internally geared setup that is Tandem rated. It is aproxametly 1 kilo lighter than the Pinion. The weight thing has no effect on me riding my bicycle. This is a...
Forum: Commuting
05-15-24, 06:05 PM
Replies: 14
Views: 530
Posted By Rick

I have MKS Lambada Grip King...

I have MKS Lambada Grip King...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
05-15-24, 04:54 PM
Replies: 15
Views: 392
Posted By Rick

I have a Rohloff equipped bicycle. I know that...

I have a Rohloff equipped bicycle. I know that the shifter can be wired backwards and gear 14 will be gear one and so on. During covid my wife was in the hospital and not expected to live. She had...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
05-15-24, 04:31 PM
Replies: 31
Views: 1,065
Posted By Rick

Do Any Of You Use Kneesavers?

I started bicycling shortly after training when I was stationed at Ft Lewis. I always had some minor knee pain and without a foot retention system on the pedals I would have heel strikes on the chain...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
05-14-24, 04:40 PM
Replies: 14
Views: 362
Posted By Rick

I and another member of the forum have had our...

I and another member of the forum have had our Rohloff equippted bicycles over 10 years. I don't look at how much cost difference there is. I look more at the ease of maintenance and dependability. I...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
05-13-24, 03:22 PM
Replies: 32
Views: 956
Posted By Rick

Here is another expensive option for carbon...

Here is another expensive option for carbon frames from Silca (https://silca.cc/collections/tools/products/hirobel-clamp).
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=WNLWhvhl0Xk There are several videos about...
Forum: Touring
05-13-24, 11:31 AM
Replies: 76
Views: 2,304
Posted By Rick

https://cimg5.ibsrv.net/gimg/bikeforums.net-vbulle...

https://cimg5.ibsrv.net/gimg/bikeforums.net-vbulletin/2000x1250/pxl_20240509_204222223_2_0a1a5fd79db82c2913414eed392dfa60570495d7.jpg
I was able to purchase my Co-Motion Pangea Rohloff due to a...
Forum: Tandem Cycling
05-10-24, 09:43 AM
Replies: 24
Views: 2,376
Posted By Rick

Nice to hear more about the Rohloff shifting. I...

Nice to hear more about the Rohloff shifting. I went back to the Crazy Bars. Ergon only makes the Rohloff/Nexus grip for the right side. I had to cut down the left grip on a standard pair. If...
Forum: Electronics, Lighting, & Gadgets
05-09-24, 03:06 PM
Replies: 43
Views: 1,729
Posted By Rick

CaptMike: I believe I have had mine on the...

CaptMike: I believe I have had mine on the brightest on off flash mode. I know it is uncomptforable to look at directly. I don't know how to adjust the intensity of the flash modes up or down. I am...
Forum: Touring
05-09-24, 02:14 PM
Replies: 76
Views: 2,304
Posted By Rick

gauvins: I would go with the P18 636% range and...

gauvins: I would go with the P18 636% range and 11.5% jumps between gears. I find that my Rohloff is only lacking in downhill pedaling gears. Tourist in MSN: Pinion has Smart Shift for there...
Forum: Touring
05-08-24, 01:15 PM
Replies: 35
Views: 1,353
Posted By Rick

I would use Ryde formally Rigida Andra 30 or 40...

I would use Ryde formally Rigida Andra 30 or 40 rims and Phil Wood hubs.
Forum: Advocacy & Safety
05-08-24, 12:45 PM
Replies: 14
Views: 637
Posted By Rick

There is some bicycle infrastructure that is...

There is some bicycle infrastructure that is unwise to use. In the early eighties I lived in Provo Utah. The city got some kind of funding and made a painted line bicycle lane which had two way...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
05-08-24, 12:24 PM
Replies: 15
Views: 450
Posted By Rick

I would use trI-flow oretinacious oil instead of...

I would use trI-flow oretinacious oil instead of the WD.
Forum: Electronics, Lighting, & Gadgets
05-08-24, 12:13 PM
Replies: 43
Views: 1,729
Posted By Rick

CaptMike: I just put my day time red back on the...

CaptMike: I just put my day time red back on the bicycle. It runs so long on start stop that I believe I will use it for travel and hunt wall outlets to charge it. It is very bright and a friend of...
Forum: Electronics, Lighting, & Gadgets
05-06-24, 10:33 PM
Replies: 43
Views: 1,729
Posted By Rick

CaptMike: The new daytime only light is brighter...

CaptMike: The new daytime only light is brighter than our older one. Comparing the battery run time I would say allot brighter. the 4 cell battery would run 35 hours on the on-off setting on The old...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
05-06-24, 07:42 PM
Replies: 25
Views: 1,043
Posted By Rick

Belts are the best but most BD bikes don't have...

Belts are the best but most BD bikes don't have the range of gears to make people happy. My bicycle is as dependable as my car. A freshley oiled chain or waxed chain on a single speed or internally...
Forum: Touring
05-06-24, 06:57 PM
Replies: 54
Views: 2,050
Posted By Rick

spinconn: To much sodium isen't a real concern...

spinconn: To much sodium isen't a real concern for me while pedaling over 50 to 100 miles in a day either. I carry Tang and extra salt and when water know longer tastes good on a hot day I no I need...
Forum: Electronics, Lighting, & Gadgets
05-06-24, 06:16 PM
Replies: 43
Views: 1,729
Posted By Rick

CaptMike: I have tHe old daytime only with the...

CaptMike: I have tHe old daytime only with the 7.5 V battery charger and ordered a new battery for it a couple of years ago. Dinotte told me that the D6 is near the same brightness as the old daytime...
Forum: Electronics, Lighting, & Gadgets
05-02-24, 09:59 PM
Replies: 43
Views: 1,729
Posted By Rick

BCDrums: Thanks for the picture of the D6, It...

BCDrums: Thanks for the picture of the D6, It looks great! I am currently using the quad red myself. what mounting problems were you having. I have the Edelux II headlight and the B&M Toplight Line...
Forum: Electronics, Lighting, & Gadgets
04-30-24, 07:12 PM
Replies: 43
Views: 1,729
Posted By Rick

BCDrums: I Have the older Daytime Red Taillight -...

BCDrums: I Have the older Daytime Red Taillight - Daytime Only Dinotte Taillight and the predacesor to the D6. The new D6 is on my upcomming purchase list. I like it when I look in my mirror and see...
Forum: Touring
04-30-24, 06:04 PM
Replies: 42
Views: 1,730
Posted By Rick

Jandd Mountain Expedition Panniers...

Jandd Mountain Expedition Panniers (https://www.jandd.com/detail.asp?PRODUCT_ID=FMEP) and if I read it correctly 163 ltr a pair.
Forum: Electronics, Lighting, & Gadgets
04-30-24, 10:37 AM
Replies: 43
Views: 1,729
Posted By Rick

Dinotte...

Dinotte (https://store.dinottelighting.com/road-lightsday-amber-headlights--red-taillights-c16.aspx) makes the brightest daylight visable lights.
Forum: Advocacy & Safety
04-29-24, 03:19 PM
Replies: 32
Views: 1,226
Posted By Rick

The requirement to legally be stopped at a light...

The requirement to legally be stopped at a light or stop sign in California is for all foward motion to be stopped. The Police know this and they also know that it will cost you time and money to...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
04-27-24, 01:26 PM
Replies: 18
Views: 578
Posted By Rick

I purchased a used Schwinn Paramount equipted...

I purchased a used Schwinn Paramount equipted with a Dura-Ace group in the early 2000s while living in Florida. I Paid $63.45 after tax. I replaced tubes, tires and cables for around $130. I used it...
Forum: Advocacy & Safety
04-27-24, 08:42 AM
Replies: 17
Views: 757
Posted By Rick

I don't believe that my post comes to the level...

I don't believe that my post comes to the level of a crime for incorrectness. I do believe that you are an excelent drama queen and as usual you are in a scheisse mood.
Forum: Electronics, Lighting, & Gadgets
04-26-24, 07:40 PM
Replies: 18
Views: 676
Posted By Rick

Pearson 100: I looked at the bars and the space...

Pearson 100: I looked at the bars and the space between the cables. I could make the mount I linked to work on those bars. The Minoura mounts tcs showed would easily work for this. I suggest you go...
Forum: Electronics, Lighting, & Gadgets
04-26-24, 09:51 AM
Replies: 18
Views: 676
Posted By Rick

Pearson100: There is room on the handlebar for...

Pearson100: There is room on the handlebar for something like the Velo Orange Handlebar Accessory Mount...
Forum: Advocacy & Safety
04-25-24, 12:53 PM
Replies: 17
Views: 757
Posted By Rick

Fleeing Criminal Kills Bicyclist

It appears a wantabee car thief fleeing the police moed down a bicyclist then lost control of the car and crashed into 8 other vehicles while flipping over in the vehicle he was driving. He then...
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