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Forum: General Cycling Discussion
09-08-23, 05:03 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 926
Posted By DTownDave22

Google Maps Cycling Directions--Avoids routing on major roads

I know this is a bit of a 1st-world problem here & one that is understandable due to safety for cyclists on the major roads in the U.S.


Google Maps for cycling directions now will pretty much do...
Forum: Electronics, Lighting, & Gadgets
07-31-22, 03:42 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 9,360
Posted By DTownDave22

Any recommendations anyone has for types of...

Any recommendations anyone has for types of electrical tape whether material (vinyl, rubber) or other qualities (mastic)?

I am not riding in the rain too much but that is my main concern as I...
Forum: Great Lakes
01-19-22, 09:22 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 1,497
Posted By DTownDave22

I'd need to know a bit more than "poking the...

I'd need to know a bit more than "poking the bear." I would guess drainage is one issue in some cases and adding to the budget..but that doesn't mesh with the fact that they choose automobile-heavy...
Forum: Great Lakes
01-19-22, 07:36 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 1,497
Posted By DTownDave22

I've noticed Telegraph Rd. in that stretch there...

I've noticed Telegraph Rd. in that stretch there in the map on the SOUTH-bound side in Taylor doesn't have sidewalks.


I notice something that is common in townships but in cities..it should not...
Forum: Great Lakes
11-26-21, 10:52 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 2,221
Posted By DTownDave22

Retail location in Detroit closing or is the...

Retail location in Detroit closing or is the business folding? I'd not be surprised if it's the latter.

I'd be curious to read an article that goes more in-depth about the widespread supply chain...
Forum: Great Lakes
04-12-21, 01:08 PM
Replies: 16
Views: 3,839
Posted By DTownDave22

Haven't been to Rouge Park tbh, but I don't live...

Haven't been to Rouge Park tbh, but I don't live in the city. Don't venture out to too many different parts of the city but have more recently. Rode in Boston-Edison for the first time as far as new...
Forum: Great Lakes
04-12-21, 12:54 PM
Replies: 16
Views: 3,839
Posted By DTownDave22

I was not aware of that possibility but it makes...

I was not aware of that possibility but it makes more sense now if that is what is going on in some cases. The parking spots on W. Jefferson are not wide enough nor is there a buffer. Fairly dirty...
Forum: Electronics, Lighting, & Gadgets
03-29-21, 05:56 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 505
Posted By DTownDave22

Picture of Giro Syntax here ...

Picture of Giro Syntax here
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Forum: Electronics, Lighting, & Gadgets
03-29-21, 05:24 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 505
Posted By DTownDave22

Additional notes: -trying to shop locally...

Additional notes:

-trying to shop locally and avoid Amazon. They have the exact model, size and color and for a rather tempting price. It’s just rather challenging because I both live in the...
Forum: Electronics, Lighting, & Gadgets
03-29-21, 05:19 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 505
Posted By DTownDave22

Finding a Helmet that works with a Vis 360 mounts

Previous road helmet needs to be replaced (and it was discontinued by Giro, the Savant) as it fell, due partly to how I had it sitting on my bike (won’t have it sitting on the stem again) and the...
Forum: Great Lakes
01-19-21, 08:52 PM
Replies: 16
Views: 3,839
Posted By DTownDave22

Has anyone been to any public meetings or the...

Has anyone been to any public meetings or the like regarding infrastructure or even transit (in the last 10-15 years)? It doesn't have to be specifically tied to bicycles.

I don't really attend...
Forum: Electronics, Lighting, & Gadgets
11-27-20, 11:54 AM
Replies: 55
Views: 25,114
Posted By DTownDave22

To the posters and to Cycliq: This thread...

To the posters and to Cycliq:

This thread again pushed me away from buying this product.

Price and Problem User vs. Satisfied Customer
Even at $209 (Fly 12 CE) for Cycliq's holiday sale (Black...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
04-22-20, 10:17 AM
Replies: 54
Views: 4,859
Posted By DTownDave22

Not a big point, but one correction is that speed...

Not a big point, but one correction is that speed governors on automobiles very well may exist (and would not be surprised at all & would guess they do on many if not all) as I clearly don't know a...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
04-22-20, 09:55 AM
Replies: 54
Views: 4,859
Posted By DTownDave22

I did understand your statement. I'm referring to...

I did understand your statement. I'm referring to the ever-present conditions, conditioning (having as fast of speed limits as we have is normal, going at or above the speed limit is normal, going...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
04-22-20, 08:45 AM
Replies: 54
Views: 4,859
Posted By DTownDave22

Oh, I believe it. Data strongly supports the...

Oh, I believe it. Data strongly supports the argument that roads are designed dangerously to begin with, most people drive rushed and some are extra cray cray drivers. Other factors in my opinion,...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
04-21-20, 12:09 PM
Replies: 28
Views: 3,609
Posted By DTownDave22

I've put this on the back burner as I at least...

I've put this on the back burner as I at least have a temporary pedal replacement but still would need a new set. That plus I couldn't take my bike in for service anyways/prefer they install pedals...
Forum: Great Lakes
03-27-20, 07:51 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 3,440
Posted By DTownDave22

Share the route if you don't mind and I'll see if...

Share the route if you don't mind and I'll see if I notice anything that you should consider in the areas I ride in. Due to changes in Google Maps, there's a bit of added path to the Downriver Linked...
Forum: Great Lakes
03-21-20, 02:08 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 3,440
Posted By DTownDave22

If you are only looking for those with specific...

If you are only looking for those with specific 1st-hand knowledge, feel free to skip my post, as I've not done this route for the reasons you mention (safety) among others.

Are there any...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
03-20-20, 05:26 PM
Replies: 28
Views: 3,609
Posted By DTownDave22

Any good price range (MSRP, not online sales) you...

Any good price range (MSRP, not online sales) you find are a good balance of value and not in that $90+ range?
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
03-20-20, 03:41 PM
Replies: 28
Views: 3,609
Posted By DTownDave22

Considering going with a little more sturdy...

Considering going with a little more sturdy pedals, as my last set , one came apart a bit around the outer frame on the front partially due to not using a step ladder for mounting/dismounting from a...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
03-20-20, 03:32 PM
Replies: 28
Views: 3,609
Posted By DTownDave22

Choosing Platform Pedals for a Hybrid: Are pedals above entry level worth it?

I’ve basically two main questions regarding platform pedals. I ride a basic hybrid and am not considering any type of clipless pedals at this time. I’ve little knowledge to work off of regarding...
Forum: Electronics, Lighting, & Gadgets
07-01-19, 02:53 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 2,204
Posted By DTownDave22

Extra info and my thoughts/best guesses. ...

Extra info and my thoughts/best guesses.

Furthermore, this is can be more problematic with two extra variables: riding speed and laggy readings (like in a downtown area). If I’m riding more than...
Forum: Electronics, Lighting, & Gadgets
07-01-19, 02:45 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 2,204
Posted By DTownDave22

Turning cues/text on Garmin GPS shown as Path instead of street name

I’ve been fairly happy with the following:

GPS: Garmin Edge 810
Maps: I’ve been using are OpenStreetMap (OSM)
Route creator: Ride With GPS (RWGPS)

I’m not entirely sure what RideWithGPS.com...
Forum: Advocacy & Safety
03-09-19, 10:07 PM
Replies: 30
Views: 4,838
Posted By DTownDave22

I have my focus at different levels depending on...

I have my focus at different levels depending on the conditions but riding by bike is overall risky so it's important to remain focused as much as possible when on the road, if I read your comment...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
09-26-18, 09:56 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 996
Posted By DTownDave22

Thanks for the advice. I was planning on doing...

Thanks for the advice. I was planning on doing that...but...I'm basically just trying to figure out why the rim tape didn't remain in its last/past position and hopefully they'll still cover the...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
09-26-18, 03:43 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 996
Posted By DTownDave22

Yeah...I'm past the "I'm not going to worry about...

Yeah...I'm past the "I'm not going to worry about it too much" phase and in the "I'm starting to lose it...(my mind and $) phase"

I paid someone to replace the tube back in early September or so. ...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
09-26-18, 03:39 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 996
Posted By DTownDave22

I can see why you have almost 30,000 posts. Most...

I can see why you have almost 30,000 posts. Most of them are probably useless. Blocked!
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
09-26-18, 02:40 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 996
Posted By DTownDave22

Weather: Not sure about you all, but we have had...

Weather: Not sure about you all, but we have had some very up and down weather in Michigan. Some days have been relatively higher humidity for September. Not sure if that was a factor.

Someone...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
09-26-18, 02:38 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 996
Posted By DTownDave22

Rim tape appears to have moved back in place on its own (when stored off bike)

PLEASE: If you don't have anything else better to do with your time but make pointless, trolling posts, save yourself and myself time and carry on. Do you know if it's possible, or even more...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
09-12-18, 03:00 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 6,194
Posted By DTownDave22

Bests Guess: If I had to make an educated guess,...

Bests Guess: If I had to make an educated guess, based on all info before me and that you shared with me, I'd say this is the cause. The only last part that I'm not sure about, and is an issue when...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
09-12-18, 02:42 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 6,194
Posted By DTownDave22

See this here for pics...

See this here for pics (http://s1246.photobucket.com/user/DTownDave22/library/Rim-side%20puncture%20from%209-9-18):
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
09-12-18, 02:41 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 6,194
Posted By DTownDave22

1. Type of rim: 2007 Trek 7.5 FX came with...

1. Type of rim: 2007 Trek 7.5 FX came with Bontrager Race Lite wheel set a 622x14Double or single:. My guess is double walled. There are basically recessed holes in the wheel from my memory (covered...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
09-10-18, 10:17 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 6,194
Posted By DTownDave22

Other points: 1.) Rear wheel not true. They...

Other points:

1.) Rear wheel not true. They told me on September 4, 2018 visit when I picked up my bike, that the rear wheel is a bit out of true.

2.) Rear tire sidewall seems a bit degraded:...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
09-10-18, 10:11 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 6,194
Posted By DTownDave22

Rim side tube puncture: No spoke or removed tape

I will break down my question in the first post and add some more input in the second post following. I’ve had several flats in the past month or so, I do believe all in my rear tire. I typically...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
07-20-18, 01:27 PM
Replies: 33
Views: 8,889
Posted By DTownDave22

Yes, I notice a difference when on the saddle for...

Yes, I notice a difference when on the saddle for the better part of 3 1/2 to 4 hours and not wearing padded shorts as I've rarely done, so that's why I'm probably due for some new shorts in the...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
07-20-18, 01:25 PM
Replies: 33
Views: 8,889
Posted By DTownDave22

Not sure that's too likely but my upper arms and...

Not sure that's too likely but my upper arms and arms overall are like small branches while my legs and upper legs are like small tree trunks. My posterior is not too big or large or on the flat...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
07-20-18, 01:22 PM
Replies: 33
Views: 8,889
Posted By DTownDave22

I think Castelli bibs I liked the fit and comfort...

I think Castelli bibs I liked the fit and comfort except I recall reading about how the quality was claimed to be inconsistent and with my income, I thought about taking the risk, but bib shorts can...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
07-20-18, 01:08 PM
Replies: 33
Views: 8,889
Posted By DTownDave22

These are not my first bike shorts with padding. ...

These are not my first bike shorts with padding. The padding is one of P.I,'s thickest though I believe. I'm hoping I might but I'd prefer to be sold on them before deciding to keep them.
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
07-20-18, 12:27 PM
Replies: 33
Views: 8,889
Posted By DTownDave22

I've three bike shorts and they've all quite a...

I've three bike shorts and they've all quite a bit of use on them but still not bad overall. Does this overview generally match why you go with tri shorts? ...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
07-19-18, 01:14 PM
Replies: 33
Views: 8,889
Posted By DTownDave22

So, when it comes to various bike-related items,...

So, when it comes to various bike-related items, where I live is not the best place to purchase them in-store--I literally had two people pass me closely on the road today--but that's a different...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
07-19-18, 01:13 PM
Replies: 33
Views: 8,889
Posted By DTownDave22

Cycling shorts I'm considering buying--but feel awkward when walking/standing

Any experience with bike shorts that seemed like the padding was a bit too thick and felt awkward when walking around but when riding on them, they worked out just fine, maybe even great? I am...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
03-25-18, 06:00 PM
Replies: 37
Views: 6,098
Posted By DTownDave22

Had one just like that pictured/from that product...

Had one just like that pictured/from that product page as Amazon says I purchased it in May 2013. I ordered it along with my recently lost P.I. skull cap (not when riding). When I rush, I tend to...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
03-25-18, 09:18 AM
Replies: 37
Views: 6,098
Posted By DTownDave22

Model name for the PI skullcap? Does it fully...

Model name for the PI skullcap? Does it fully cover your ears? Year and/or pic is helpful.
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
03-25-18, 08:50 AM
Replies: 37
Views: 6,098
Posted By DTownDave22

The SW merino 150 beanie is one I was looking at...

The SW merino 150 beanie is one I was looking at and thanks...might have to look around a bit for some of these that are carried by stores w/ brick & mortar locations (SW does offer free returns). ...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
03-24-18, 05:59 PM
Replies: 37
Views: 6,098
Posted By DTownDave22

Might see if they're in stock if I make the...

Might see if they're in stock if I make the rounds around various LBS here.
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
03-24-18, 05:57 PM
Replies: 37
Views: 6,098
Posted By DTownDave22

Thanks. Many don't cover the ears though in the...

Thanks. Many don't cover the ears though in the pictures but some do. It doesn't need to be swimming cap tight, but I noticed today on a bike sharing system bike (and in similar semi-inviting...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
03-22-18, 02:10 PM
Replies: 37
Views: 6,098
Posted By DTownDave22

Why I include so many details (and still thought...

Why I include so many details (and still thought of including this detail) but decided not to because of my experience with making too long of posts that gains few responses...:rolleyes:

I...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
03-22-18, 01:57 PM
Replies: 37
Views: 6,098
Posted By DTownDave22

Cycling headwear under a helmet for ~47-60 F temps

So I have a few questions about trying to find cycling headwear.

1.) What are the proper names I should be using to do searches on the internet and when calling around different stores/...
Forum: Great Lakes
03-03-18, 02:17 PM
Replies: 47
Views: 11,539
Posted By DTownDave22

Perhaps you are cautious about putting out in the...

Perhaps you are cautious about putting out in the open, when you might be away from your residence, which is understandable, as you never noted what time frame you were touring.

I don’t believe...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
02-20-18, 06:53 AM
Replies: 19
Views: 1,628
Posted By DTownDave22

I like a mid-weight sock from LL Bean. It's more...

I like a mid-weight sock from LL Bean. It's more of a longer sock for non-summer months/temps below 55F or so.

Ibex, unfortunately ceased production--it at least seemed the practices they used...
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