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Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
04-12-10, 06:55 PM
Replies: 1
Views: 1,396
Posted By layedback1

Sturmey Archer 8 speed

Any members care to comment on the Sturmey Archer 8 speed hub? Im interested reliability and long term performance.
Forum: Recumbent
04-12-10, 05:22 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 1,892
Posted By layedback1

Pedal powered wheel chairs**********??? Some...

Pedal powered wheel chairs**********??? Some what elitist???? Strange post for a recumbent thread. I kinda question the motive of posts like this. FYI thousands of cyclist ride and enjoy trikes.
Forum: Recumbent
04-12-10, 10:30 AM
Replies: 8
Views: 1,892
Posted By layedback1

New terratrike rover

The new Terratrike Rover was announced today. First impressions is that it may become very popular for two reasons. First is the price. Second is the fact that the seat is fully adjustable. With...
Forum: Advocacy & Safety
04-09-10, 05:49 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 1,393
Posted By layedback1

Has anyone on the forum actually experienced "leg suck"

On several bike forums I have read about "leg suck" if you dont wear some form of pedal clips. Has anyone here actually expierenced leg suck, and were you hurt? I of course am talking recumbents...
Forum: Fifty Plus (50+)
04-08-10, 09:22 AM
Replies: 36
Views: 1,762
Posted By layedback1

Unlike Bicycling magazine of the '80s today...

Unlike Bicycling magazine of the '80s today magazine is like so many now. They are all glitz and no substance. They are written for the young that has no attention span. Mainly they are just a...
Forum: Fifty Plus (50+)
04-08-10, 09:10 AM
Replies: 53
Views: 2,260
Posted By layedback1

Those of us on this forum probably are the lucky...

Those of us on this forum probably are the lucky ones. We have a hobby that is fun, interesting, and good for you.

Let be tell you about my own father. He was a farmer and worked like a dog all...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
04-08-10, 08:51 AM
Replies: 44
Views: 2,986
Posted By layedback1

With all due respect to "expierenced" mechanics,...

With all due respect to "expierenced" mechanics, I totally disagree that "feel" is accurate. I worked 47 years on office machines, many of which had very specific torque specs. One modern printer...
Forum: Fifty Plus (50+)
04-06-10, 09:24 AM
Replies: 53
Views: 2,260
Posted By layedback1

I retired at the end of May 2008 after working...

I retired at the end of May 2008 after working for a large Corp for more than 46 years. I immediately bought a new Rans Stratus recumbent. I now ride a lot more. When the weather is warm (I live...
Forum: Fifty Plus (50+)
04-06-10, 09:15 AM
Replies: 20
Views: 19,302
Posted By layedback1

Risking ire from the DF racer boy crowd, why not...

Risking ire from the DF racer boy crowd, why not move over to a recumbent. You probably wouldnt have waited so long to be released by your doctor to ride.
Forum: Fifty Plus (50+)
04-06-10, 09:06 AM
Replies: 9
Views: 702
Posted By layedback1

I see its about touring. My question is will...

I see its about touring. My question is will they be unlike Bicycling magazine, and include write ups on recumbents bikes. A good percentage of cross country cyclist are now riding bents. The...
Forum: Fifty Plus (50+)
04-06-10, 08:56 AM
Replies: 6
Views: 671
Posted By layedback1

Risking the ire of the DF racer boy crowd, the...

Risking the ire of the DF racer boy crowd, the answer to your wrist problem is a recumbent bike.
Forum: Fifty Plus (50+)
04-06-10, 08:49 AM
Replies: 36
Views: 1,557
Posted By layedback1

DougG hit the nail squarely on the head. Back in...

DougG hit the nail squarely on the head. Back in the 80's when I was riding a lot with my young sons, and the Coors Classic was running I enjoyed Bicycling. But now as Doug says Bicycling has become...
Forum: Advocacy & Safety
04-06-10, 08:24 AM
Replies: 83
Views: 12,165
Posted By layedback1

When it comes to safety and tires, wider is...

When it comes to safety and tires, wider is definately better. Narrow tires can fall into cracks in the pavement, and are prone to snake bite flats. The 100 psi tires on my bent are 1.5 inches wide,...
Forum: Advocacy & Safety
04-05-10, 08:20 PM
Replies: 83
Views: 12,165
Posted By layedback1

I would say a LWB recumbent with a safe rider...

I would say a LWB recumbent with a safe rider would be at the top of the list.
Forum: Advocacy & Safety
04-05-10, 07:56 PM
Replies: 67
Views: 3,557
Posted By layedback1

Here in Lincoln Ne a judges wife hit a cyclist...

Here in Lincoln Ne a judges wife hit a cyclist that was stopped to make a left hand turn. Since it was foggy, the city att refused to do anything. So what I read here seems to be the norm. It...
Forum: Recumbent
04-05-10, 08:58 AM
Replies: 28
Views: 3,162
Posted By layedback1

I migrated to a bent going on 5 years ago. As a...

I migrated to a bent going on 5 years ago. As a life long technician I had looked at bents and thot they looked very logical. After buying one I was disappointed in my self for not doing so sooner....
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
04-04-10, 07:32 AM
Replies: 3
Views: 489
Posted By layedback1

Spring maintence reminder

While many of snow bird riders have been riding for a while, a lot of us snowbelt riders are just getting ready for the new season. I know a lot of riders depend on their LBS to maintain their...
Forum: Advocacy & Safety
03-31-10, 08:12 AM
Replies: 83
Views: 5,038
Posted By layedback1

I like what xray posted. Maybe change it a...

I like what xray posted. Maybe change it a little. Say you were on a bike forum and read about some jerk that intentionally hit a bike at a stop sign. Mention that the cyclist reached into his...
Forum: Recumbent
03-30-10, 08:44 AM
Replies: 5
Views: 945
Posted By layedback1

Anyone have an inkling what the big territrike anouncement will be

Does any member have any advanced news what the Territrike anouncement might be? Could it be a recumbent bicycle like Catrike, or price cuts on their trikes like they did on their tandem. Price...
Forum: Advocacy & Safety
03-24-10, 08:28 AM
Replies: 91
Views: 5,881
Posted By layedback1

Do you ride with official identification

Who here in the forum rides with "official" IDs? I dont, but I do have a hand written name and address in my trunk pack. I have heard, and it may be false that if you are pulled over for some...
Forum: Advocacy & Safety
03-22-10, 04:13 PM
Replies: 66
Views: 3,690
Posted By layedback1

As they say you cant fix stupid. Styling and...

As they say you cant fix stupid. Styling and bling infects the auto owners too. The fact is there is really little practical difference between a $25,000 car and a $55,000 car. Same with bikes. Once...
Forum: Advocacy & Safety
03-18-10, 08:36 AM
Replies: 41
Views: 2,217
Posted By layedback1

I of course have seen this in my home town. Then...

I of course have seen this in my home town. Then all the socialist that want to control all our lives wonder why all of these kids are so fat. That makes them think they can now dictate what we...
Forum: Advocacy & Safety
03-18-10, 08:10 AM
Replies: 175
Views: 8,578
Posted By layedback1

Someone stated he couldnt imagine riding a bike...

Someone stated he couldnt imagine riding a bike with regular underware and the seams of street ware. Again this is not a problem on a recumbent. Someone else mentioned carrying stuff in the back...
Forum: Recumbent
03-17-10, 08:38 AM
Replies: 11
Views: 2,039
Posted By layedback1

Having been on this forum and maybe others, Im...

Having been on this forum and maybe others, Im sure you have seen all the contention between DF and bent riders. Personally I think 99% of it is nuts. We are all cyclist, but I have seen a thread...
Forum: Recumbent
03-16-10, 06:50 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 972
Posted By layedback1

Look at general condition, as it shows what kind...

Look at general condition, as it shows what kind of care the owner took with the bike. Also look for signs of rust which may indicate it was left outside. Visual rust may indicate a lot of internal...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
03-16-10, 06:39 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 1,249
Posted By layedback1

Mobil 1 is a synthetic. And actually I use the...

Mobil 1 is a synthetic. And actually I use the Mobil 1 extended.
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
03-16-10, 06:29 PM
Replies: 1
Views: 424
Posted By layedback1

Chain lube

Oh yeah another chain lube thread. I just wanted to state that I use pure Mobil 1 oil on my chain. I have 3800 miles on it and the Park chain wear tool wont drop in the .75 side yet. It is a 9...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
03-16-10, 06:24 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 1,249
Posted By layedback1

Chain lube

Oh yeah another chain lube thread. I just wanted to state that I use pure Mobil 1 oil on my chain. I have 3800 miles on it and the Park chain wear tool wont drop in the .75 side yet. Since Mobil...
Forum: Advocacy & Safety
03-16-10, 05:52 PM
Replies: 175
Views: 8,578
Posted By layedback1

I always ride with a helmet. But since Im a...

I always ride with a helmet. But since Im a recumbent rider I do not need all the high priced clothes. Plain sweat shorts and T shirts most of which I pick up at tours etc.
Forum: Advocacy & Safety
03-13-10, 07:30 PM
Replies: 92
Views: 3,320
Posted By layedback1

Distance darkness and time constraints all come...

Distance darkness and time constraints all come into play.

I do have a question for the car free people. How do you get to rides and rallies a hundred miles or more from you home. I ride a...
Forum: Recumbent
03-12-10, 10:29 AM
Replies: 93
Views: 8,278
Posted By layedback1

ahsposo Fantastic video---------says it...

ahsposo


Fantastic video---------says it all.
Forum: Recumbent
03-11-10, 02:43 PM
Replies: 69
Views: 6,106
Posted By layedback1

Several ladies in the recumbent club in Omaha are...

Several ladies in the recumbent club in Omaha are on bents. It only proves you are one of the smarter women around.
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
03-11-10, 02:36 PM
Replies: 32
Views: 2,648
Posted By layedback1

The rims on my Rans Stratus are drilled for...

The rims on my Rans Stratus are drilled for schrader tubes. However the bike came with the aluminium "grometts"and presta tubes. They have worked fine for 5 years. I might add that it does give you...
Forum: Advocacy & Safety
03-11-10, 01:54 PM
Replies: 150
Views: 5,752
Posted By layedback1

The dictionary...

The dictionary says-----------cyclist---------ANYONE that rides a bicycle. nuff said
Forum: Advocacy & Safety
03-07-10, 02:27 PM
Replies: 150
Views: 5,752
Posted By layedback1

hotbike What you say may be fine for you....

hotbike

What you say may be fine for you. But for me all that borders on the snobbery that has been talked about. If you cant ride a bike without thinking about all those things I feel sorry for...
Forum: Advocacy & Safety
03-06-10, 08:48 AM
Replies: 150
Views: 5,752
Posted By layedback1

Anyone that is ANYONE on a bike or trike is a...

Anyone that is ANYONE on a bike or trike is a cyclist. I get so annoyed with the head down butt in the air Armstrong wanna bes and their snobbery. They try to define a "cyclist" by checking what...
Forum: Advocacy & Safety
03-06-10, 08:37 AM
Replies: 32
Views: 1,912
Posted By layedback1

I bet the statehouse in Colo is going to get a...

I bet the statehouse in Colo is going to get a stern letter from closetbiker. He also may threaten never to ride his bike in Colo.

Anytime anyone mentions helmets, he pounces on the thread and...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
03-05-10, 04:36 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 13,760
Posted By layedback1

On rare occasions, I have seen egg shaped bottom...

On rare occasions, I have seen egg shaped bottom brackets. They let the BB spindle rock up and down and misalign the crank sprokets.
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
03-05-10, 04:30 PM
Replies: 29
Views: 2,549
Posted By layedback1

OH heck-------let me throw in my 2 cents worth. ...

OH heck-------let me throw in my 2 cents worth. Probably the only thing that cutting down on that play will cause is the need to trim the shift adj a little more often with the cable adjusters.
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
03-05-10, 04:27 PM
Replies: 29
Views: 2,549
Posted By layedback1

And-----------make sure the "B" screw adjustment...

And-----------make sure the "B" screw adjustment is correct.
Forum: Advocacy & Safety
03-04-10, 08:32 AM
Replies: 91
Views: 4,791
Posted By layedback1

Let me be very direct. What does some overpaid...

Let me be very direct. What does some overpaid fat B'crat know about bicycles. This guy probably has never been on a bike since he turned 16.

One question for him. What do you call it when I...
Forum: Advocacy & Safety
03-03-10, 10:02 AM
Replies: 42
Views: 2,334
Posted By layedback1

Situational awareness tops my list too. IMHO the...

Situational awareness tops my list too. IMHO the type of bicycle also enters into it. A recumbent rider is sitting upright and scan the area more than 180 degrees easily. A DF rider has his face...
Forum: Advocacy & Safety
03-03-10, 09:53 AM
Replies: 1,126
Views: 50,570
Posted By layedback1

Isnt it about time the moderator shut this thread...

Isnt it about time the moderator shut this thread down for good?? It is totally overwhelmed by a troll!!!!
Forum: Recumbent
03-02-10, 09:27 AM
Replies: 9
Views: 1,213
Posted By layedback1

And---------------one thing you should never...

And---------------one thing you should never forget. When you find a bike you like, your first question should be: "what can you sell me that bike for"? In almost all store except grocery stores,...
Forum: Advocacy & Safety
03-02-10, 08:36 AM
Replies: 15
Views: 1,096
Posted By layedback1

Auto drivers seem to think that since bikes are...

Auto drivers seem to think that since bikes are smaller, somehow they need to be run off the road. If you follow that logic, they shouldnt complain if a huge truck runs them off the road.

And yes...
Forum: Recumbent
03-01-10, 10:31 AM
Replies: 9
Views: 1,213
Posted By layedback1

By all means test ride them. As with most of us...

By all means test ride them. As with most of us money is a big deal. IMHO the Rans Stratus LE or the V3 provide the best bang for the buck.
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
03-01-10, 10:18 AM
Replies: 15
Views: 2,172
Posted By layedback1

Simply put anyone that would "preload" precision...

Simply put anyone that would "preload" precision bearings, really dont understand the science of bearings.
Forum: Recumbent
02-28-10, 10:45 AM
Replies: 8
Views: 3,225
Posted By layedback1

I have an 08 Stratus with the chopper bars. I...

I have an 08 Stratus with the chopper bars. I really like them. They are extremely adjustable. I have mounted a mountain bike computer on the lowest bar. It doesnt need an extention wire that way....
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
02-26-10, 09:26 AM
Replies: 131
Views: 7,164
Posted By layedback1

This thread is getting quite long, so maybe I...

This thread is getting quite long, so maybe I missed it. Anyone care to address the fact that the higher number of gears you have makes the chain more narrow. To me that would mean that with less...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
02-25-10, 01:29 PM
Replies: 36
Views: 3,547
Posted By layedback1

I can probably speak to cog belts with some...

I can probably speak to cog belts with some authority. I have worked with them for more than 40 years. As people point out these belts are use on auto and motor cycles and work just fine. ...
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