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Forum: Electronics, Lighting, & Gadgets
11-24-20, 06:44 AM
Replies: 16
Views: 6,043
Posted By justslow

Another snarky reply = another blocked user.

Another snarky reply = another blocked user.
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
11-22-20, 10:35 PM
Replies: 25
Views: 3,737
Posted By justslow

I seem to be stuck on mixtes. Here's my current...

I seem to be stuck on mixtes. Here's my current favorite:
https://seattle.craigslist.org/see/bik/d/seattle-nishiki-riviera-53cm-mixte/7234814936.html...
Forum: Electronics, Lighting, & Gadgets
11-22-20, 10:08 PM
Replies: 16
Views: 6,043
Posted By justslow

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Forum: Classic & Vintage
11-21-20, 10:08 PM
Replies: 70
Views: 6,814
Posted By justslow

Is that a CamelBak there? Now I know how they...

Is that a CamelBak there? Now I know how they named their product.
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
11-19-20, 12:30 AM
Replies: 25
Views: 3,737
Posted By justslow

Craptacular8 Nice bike and nice addition to this...

Craptacular8 Nice bike and nice addition to this thread.

Your impressions about size are most helpful - seems like mixtes have mostly smaller frames which isn't necessarily a bad thing but worth...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
11-16-20, 10:52 AM
Replies: 25
Views: 3,737
Posted By justslow

Thanks Velo Mule Excellent post and I learned...

Thanks Velo Mule Excellent post and I learned alot about mixtes in a hurry! I have been scouring the other mixte threads.

Seems like upgrades to that Lotus come in bunches, not incrementally....
Forum: Touring
11-15-20, 11:12 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 1,799
Posted By justslow

I have a Trek 730 MultiTrack with cantilever...

I have a Trek 730 MultiTrack with cantilever brakes. I put Kool Stop salmon brake pads on it and adjusted everything. My brakes stop me reliably and firmly, so it's possible to make your brakes work...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
11-15-20, 12:50 PM
Replies: 25
Views: 3,737
Posted By justslow

Good point - is a longer seatpost possible do you...

Good point - is a longer seatpost possible do you think?
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
11-15-20, 12:45 PM
Replies: 25
Views: 3,737
Posted By justslow

Good eye on the shifters! Here's the spec on the...

Good eye on the shifters! Here's the spec on the Lotus America Mixte:
...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
11-14-20, 09:56 PM
Replies: 25
Views: 3,737
Posted By justslow

Yes, I'm surprised they wouldn't even measure the...

Yes, I'm surprised they wouldn't even measure the seat tube. They spent more time emailing me with their excuses than the act of measuring. Oh well, I've moved on.

I'm looking for something...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
11-14-20, 10:05 AM
Replies: 25
Views: 3,737
Posted By justslow

Well, the first bike shop has not answered my...

Well, the first bike shop has not answered my latest email so I've moved on. The above mentioned Lotus mixte is my current "favorite". This is gonna' be a process not an event :).
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
11-14-20, 10:02 AM
Replies: 25
Views: 3,737
Posted By justslow

Excellent. That's great info for someone newly...

Excellent. That's great info for someone newly infatuated with mixtes. I knew none of this.

The second bike is a Lotus that's been in their garage forever. Any opinions of Lotus mixtes and this...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
11-14-20, 03:27 AM
Replies: 25
Views: 3,737
Posted By justslow

Appreciate the response. My current bikes...

Appreciate the response.

My current bikes have 19" seatposts (a Trek 730 and a Specialized Sirrus). They fit me well. Would a 19" mixte frame also fit me?

Hard to find mixtes to try and it's a...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
11-14-20, 03:06 AM
Replies: 25
Views: 3,737
Posted By justslow

AHA! This is part of my confusion about mixte...

AHA! This is part of my confusion about mixte measurements.

Here's another mixte. Would you say this is a small or medium? The ad says the frame size is 26....
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
11-14-20, 02:56 AM
Replies: 25
Views: 3,737
Posted By justslow

That was exactly my question to them. Their first...

That was exactly my question to them. Their first response was "make an appointment". Not gonna' happen as it's a 4 hour round trip for me to their shop. My next effort was asking them to measure the...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
11-12-20, 11:30 PM
Replies: 25
Views: 3,737
Posted By justslow

Thanks! For some reason, mixte frames suddenly...

Thanks! For some reason, mixte frames suddenly have great appeal and I'm looking for a project.

I've tried one last time to get a clear answer from the seller. All I want to know is the distance...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
11-12-20, 11:06 PM
Replies: 25
Views: 3,737
Posted By justslow

Thanks veganbikes. You're right about the...

Thanks veganbikes. You're right about the components and wheels. I probably need to cool my jets and keep looking. Appreciate the thoughtful reply.
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
11-12-20, 10:03 PM
Replies: 25
Views: 3,737
Posted By justslow

Mixte frame sizes

I found an interesting bike on Craigslist for sale at a co-op. I contacted them and asked a question but got a reply instructing me to make an appointment. A 4 hour trip just to ask a question is...
Forum: Electronics, Lighting, & Gadgets
11-10-20, 11:49 AM
Replies: 20
Views: 6,125
Posted By justslow

The advantage of being on a tight budget is that...

The advantage of being on a tight budget is that one can(must) go slowly with purchases. I continue to waffle and weave on my decisions which is fine for now. Your suggestion of getting the 510 over...
Forum: Electronics, Lighting, & Gadgets
11-09-20, 12:57 AM
Replies: 20
Views: 6,125
Posted By justslow

As I learn more, my choices are changing. The...

As I learn more, my choices are changing. The current plan is to wait a bit and get a Wahoo Bolt head unit and a Varia RTL515 radar and tail light. For speed and cadence, the Wahoo Blue SC unit looks...
Forum: Electronics, Lighting, & Gadgets
11-04-20, 07:36 PM
Replies: 20
Views: 6,125
Posted By justslow

I'm checking on the Edge 25 right now. I sure...

I'm checking on the Edge 25 right now. I sure like the simplicity and form factor. The price is good too!

I don't know if my current Cateye sensors will pair with anything but Cateye head units. I...
Forum: Electronics, Lighting, & Gadgets
11-04-20, 07:24 PM
Replies: 20
Views: 6,125
Posted By justslow

Good idea about looking for bundles. I will...

Good idea about looking for bundles. I will research.

I found the discussion about the saddlebag mount using the included band and device mount. Since I could use the mounts included in the...
Forum: Electronics, Lighting, & Gadgets
11-03-20, 07:58 PM
Replies: 20
Views: 6,125
Posted By justslow

Well dang that's a good display unit price at...

Well dang that's a good display unit price at $99. It might be better than trying to keep an old phone/old Android version working.
Forum: Electronics, Lighting, & Gadgets
11-03-20, 07:55 PM
Replies: 20
Views: 6,125
Posted By justslow

The replies have been most helpful. Thanks to...

The replies have been most helpful. Thanks to each.

Does anyone use a Varia without RideWithGPS or similar? It seems like overkill just to use the radar functionality. However, it's a no cost...
Forum: Road Cycling
11-03-20, 04:11 AM
Replies: 20
Views: 1,146
Posted By justslow

To be clear - I stand while coasting, mostly....

To be clear - I stand while coasting, mostly. Standing and pedaling is a different kind of pain.
Forum: Electronics, Lighting, & Gadgets
11-03-20, 03:55 AM
Replies: 20
Views: 6,125
Posted By justslow

cheap Garmin Varia radar entry point?

I've been reading lots about the Garmin Varia radar units and would like to get started with one.

I see the Garmin Varia RVR315 advertised for $139. I have an old but perfectly functional Samsung...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
11-03-20, 03:39 AM
Replies: 452
Views: 50,256
Posted By justslow

Pix with location are far more interesting to me...

Pix with location are far more interesting to me too.
Forum: Touring
11-02-20, 12:32 AM
Replies: 14
Views: 1,585
Posted By justslow

Looks great! Book-marked for later.

Looks great! Book-marked for later.
Forum: Road Cycling
11-02-20, 12:06 AM
Replies: 20
Views: 1,146
Posted By justslow

I don't wait to hurt. I stand early and often....

I don't wait to hurt. I stand early and often. Every down slope is an opportunity to let tender tissues recover and blood to flow.
Forum: Fifty Plus (50+)
11-01-20, 11:57 PM
Replies: 46
Views: 4,947
Posted By justslow

To help with the balance issue, keep your head...

To help with the balance issue, keep your head and eyes up and level with the horizon line. When turning, point with your chin and eyes thru the turn. You will go where you are looking. Head and eyes...
Forum: Road Cycling
10-17-20, 12:48 PM
Replies: 108
Views: 8,802
Posted By justslow

I gotta' put in a good word for my LBS - Bayview...

I gotta' put in a good word for my LBS - Bayview Bikes on Whidbey Island, WA. Small shop but great, friendly service. Every time I've taken a bike to them, they've serviced it faster, better and...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
10-08-20, 12:43 AM
Replies: 25
Views: 4,303
Posted By justslow

Thanks Nyah for taking the time to post. I...

Thanks Nyah for taking the time to post.

I don't enjoy riding in the rain or on wet roads, so I avoid riding during those times. However, when out on a long ride or tour, rain can always happen...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
09-27-20, 04:34 AM
Replies: 25
Views: 4,303
Posted By justslow

That cape looks good but expensive at ~$45,...

That cape looks good but expensive at ~$45, although that's much less than other examples. Please post your impressions when it arrives.
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
09-23-20, 11:55 PM
Replies: 25
Views: 4,303
Posted By justslow

Great replies! Thanks. It never occurred to...

Great replies! Thanks.

It never occurred to me to wear the hood or a shower cap under my helmet, but I can see the advantage.

Seems like some kind of loop/hold-down would be needed to prevent...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
09-23-20, 12:55 AM
Replies: 25
Views: 4,303
Posted By justslow

Rain cape

I want some rain gear for emergency use only. If it's gonna' rain, I don't ride. However, there are times when rain doesn't obey the forecast. I see rain capes for $15 and up.

Does the hood offer...
Forum: Touring
09-22-20, 12:44 AM
Replies: 15
Views: 3,249
Posted By justslow

The Tubus Tara stainless rear rack arrived today....

The Tubus Tara stainless rear rack arrived today. EZ install and rock solid. Very nice.

I just ordered the Tubus Tara stainless front rack from Bike24.com in Germany. It was priced in Euros and...
Forum: Touring
09-19-20, 01:20 AM
Replies: 15
Views: 3,249
Posted By justslow

Thanks rifraf. The tires on my bike are 35mm, so...

Thanks rifraf. The tires on my bike are 35mm, so it's good to know tire fit won't be a problem. I ordered the Cosmo rack and it's been shipped.

The Tubus Tara front rack is offered in stainless...
Forum: Touring
09-17-20, 10:10 PM
Replies: 15
Views: 3,249
Posted By justslow

I just bought one on ebay from Planet Cyclery for...

I just bought one on ebay from Planet Cyclery for $109.95. It should arrive next week and I'll post the results.

Thanks for all the great replies.
Forum: Touring
09-17-20, 10:08 PM
Replies: 15
Views: 3,249
Posted By justslow

Thanks wgscott. They are sold out of these. I...

Thanks wgscott. They are sold out of these. I appreciate the info though!
Forum: Touring
09-17-20, 11:22 AM
Replies: 15
Views: 3,249
Posted By justslow

A bunch of sites including...

A bunch of sites including https://www.biketiresdirect.com/product/tubus-cosmo-rack say something like this: "Fits bikes with 26" to 700c wheels." They list it as "Tubus Cosmo Rack Mfg...
Forum: Touring
09-17-20, 11:03 AM
Replies: 15
Views: 3,249
Posted By justslow

Thanks Tyrion. I contacted the seller, Planet...

Thanks Tyrion. I contacted the seller, Planet Cyclery, and they said it would NOT fit 700c wheels.

The rack is on ebay: https://www.ebay.com/itm/274489148664

It is listed as "TUBUS Bike Rack Rr...
Forum: Touring
09-17-20, 10:36 AM
Replies: 15
Views: 3,249
Posted By justslow

Tubus Cosmo rack fit 700c?

The Tubus website and all the ads state that the Tubus Cosmo rear rack fits 26 / 28 wheels. Does that mean it will also fit my 700c wheels (non-disc)? I'm kinda' confused and they're too expensive to...
Forum: Touring
09-17-20, 10:26 AM
Replies: 12
Views: 2,382
Posted By justslow

So do want to sell it?

So do want to sell it?
Forum: Touring
09-14-20, 03:45 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 2,382
Posted By justslow

I don't have one yet, but it appears that they...

I don't have one yet, but it appears that they provide hardware for mounting directly to a pannier on the front or back. The mounting hardware also accepts their water bottle cage and their non-mesh...
Forum: Touring
09-13-20, 06:42 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 2,382
Posted By justslow

Ortlieb Mesh Pocket?

I just received some Ortlieb panniers and found the add-on mesh pockets offered by Ortlieb. Looks like a great way to carry damp/wet items.

Anyone have experience with these?

Would mounting...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
09-10-20, 01:29 AM
Replies: 30
Views: 2,467
Posted By justslow

Having a bike shop you like and trust is of...

Having a bike shop you like and trust is of utmost importance, so shop locally with after sale service in mind.

I paid $700 for my Specialized Sirrus Sport Disc a few years ago. It's an awesome...
Forum: Hybrid Bicycles
09-07-20, 02:42 AM
Replies: 46
Views: 30,697
Posted By justslow

My 1996 Trek 730 has the original grip shifts and...

My 1996 Trek 730 has the original grip shifts and they are crisp and quick to shift. Try cleaning and lubing the derailleur cables which can be done without removing anything.
Forum: Hybrid Bicycles
09-07-20, 02:40 AM
Replies: 46
Views: 30,697
Posted By justslow

I'm about the same size as you (5'10" w/31"...

I'm about the same size as you (5'10" w/31" inseam) and I ride my 1996 19" Trek 730 everywhere. It may be a bit small, but it sure is nimble and comfortable. I think the next size up might be too...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
09-05-20, 03:09 AM
Replies: 59
Views: 6,068
Posted By justslow

Are the Garmin Varia RTL515 taillights worth the...

Are the Garmin Varia RTL515 taillights worth the cost? I want the radar function but also want a bright flasher in the back. Anyone have an opinion on the RTL515 taillight?
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
08-30-20, 01:16 AM
Replies: 47
Views: 3,912
Posted By justslow

While it's an interesting question, I'm not...

While it's an interesting question, I'm not convinced anyone can tell the difference.
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