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Forum: Electric Bikes
06-02-21, 03:03 PM
Replies: 34
Views: 17,942
Posted By B2mac

hitch rack for bike with fenders

Saris is coming out with a hitch bike rack built especially for ebikes. It is called the Door County Hitch Rack and has an electric powered lift so you don't have to lift the bikes. It's not cheap at...
Forum: Electric Bikes
05-10-21, 07:59 PM
Replies: 34
Views: 17,942
Posted By B2mac

Janeset, did you buy a rack yet? As you can see...

Janeset, did you buy a rack yet? As you can see it is hard to find a bike rack that meets your requirements of lightweight, easy installation and easy loading. If you could answer a couple of...
Forum: Hybrid Bicycles
05-10-21, 04:23 PM
Replies: 2,216
Views: 840,339
Posted By B2mac

What was the cost of your conversion to an ebike?...

What was the cost of your conversion to an ebike? How much weight did the conversion add? Did you do the work yourself? Thanks in advance!
Forum: Electric Bikes
05-10-21, 03:33 PM
Replies: 34
Views: 17,942
Posted By B2mac

hitch rack for e-bike with fenders

Not sure why you are stuck on needing a rack for a 70# bike. The person who started the thread has a Trek Allant 7 which weighs 54#. She is also looking for as light a rack as she needs to handle...
Forum: Electric Bikes
05-07-21, 08:16 PM
Replies: 34
Views: 17,942
Posted By B2mac

hitch rack for bike with fenders

The long rear fenders on some bikes limit the racks which will work for these bikes and most of these racks will clamp onto the bike frame. The Thule Easy Fold comes highly recommended although it is...
Forum: Great Lakes
03-21-21, 02:08 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 1,462
Posted By B2mac

Thanks for the ideas. They should make for some...

Thanks for the ideas. They should make for some nice riding. I went to college in Bemidji 50 years ago. Hope to make it back there this summer.
Forum: Great Lakes
03-20-21, 02:23 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 1,462
Posted By B2mac

Trails in Northern MN

My wife and I are from SE MN. We ride the Root River and Cannon Valley Trails quite often and just love them. We are hoping to ride parts of the Paul Bunyan and Willard Munger Trails this summer...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
03-04-21, 07:21 PM
Replies: 1
Views: 1,424
Posted By B2mac

bike rack for ebike with fenders

We just purchased a Trek Allant 7 ebike for my wife. We are looking for the best rack to transport this bike and my Trek FX 7.5 without scuffing the paint. The Allant weighs 54# and is a lowstep....
Forum: United Kingdom
08-26-17, 08:16 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 1,501
Posted By B2mac

Biking in Ireland

Has anybody biked on the Great Western Greenway in Ireland? If so, how was it? Does anyone know any other 2-4 hour bike trips in the Galway, Killarney or Kinsale areas that they would recommend. ...
Forum: Great Lakes
07-09-17, 02:24 PM
Replies: 15
Views: 3,954
Posted By B2mac

We rode the Old Abe Trail, yesterday, from...

We rode the Old Abe Trail, yesterday, from Chippewa Falls to Cornell and back, about 37 miles. It was in excellent condition. Also, quite scenic, especially near the Cornell Trail head. The Trail...
Forum: Great Lakes
03-13-17, 07:29 PM
Replies: 15
Views: 3,954
Posted By B2mac

The Red Cedar trail near Menominee is quite...

The Red Cedar trail near Menominee is quite pretty. It is packed limestone. The Chippewa Trail near Eau Claire is paved. There is also the Old Abe Trail near Chippewa Falls and the Sparta- Elroy...
Forum: Hybrid Bicycles
05-23-16, 05:52 PM
Replies: 0
Views: 701
Posted By B2mac

Raleigh Circa 1

My wife has a 50 something lady friend who is looking for her first bike in 30 years. She will just be doing very short 3-5 mile trips around campgrounds, mostly paved roads. She is looking mostly...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
04-03-16, 07:01 AM
Replies: 15
Views: 7,400
Posted By B2mac

I agree with all the above. If you bought the...

I agree with all the above. If you bought the 7.2 you'd probably be spending an extra $50 on better grips.
Forum: Hybrid Bicycles
02-16-16, 09:12 AM
Replies: 2,216
Views: 840,339
Posted By B2mac

RedRockRider, I believe they were asking $1250. ...

RedRockRider, I believe they were asking $1250. It has been taken down now but was up for a couple of months. I'm in MN so it could be in storage till spring. It was about a 3 hour drive and I...
Forum: Hybrid Bicycles
02-15-16, 07:03 PM
Replies: 2,216
Views: 840,339
Posted By B2mac

Yes, I am interested in how those 2 bikes compare...

Yes, I am interested in how those 2 bikes compare and do you have specific uses for the bikes such as one for riding with a group, one for long rides or one for fitness and one for fun or do you just...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
02-15-16, 05:34 PM
Replies: 83
Views: 17,111
Posted By B2mac

The photo-chromatic glasses sound great. What...

The photo-chromatic glasses sound great. What kind do you get and what is the cost? Thanks [QUOTE=Dave Cutter;17634140]Besides looking cool............ there are real differences.

First there...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
02-15-16, 05:31 PM
Replies: 83
Views: 17,111
Posted By B2mac

The photo-chromatic glasses sound great. I've...

The photo-chromatic glasses sound great. I've asked about them a couple places and salespeople don't know what I am talking about. What kind do you get and what do they cost? Thanks
Forum: Hybrid Bicycles
02-15-16, 05:17 PM
Replies: 2,216
Views: 840,339
Posted By B2mac

I realize your bikes are quite different and am...

I realize your bikes are quite different and am curious what you like about each bike and what determines which bike you will ride that day.QUOTE=RedRockRider;18536915]I don't think the rims are the...
Forum: Hybrid Bicycles
02-03-16, 12:38 PM
Replies: 26
Views: 6,080
Posted By B2mac

I had a Bontrager CRZ+ on my 2005 Gary Fisher...

I had a Bontrager CRZ+ on my 2005 Gary Fisher Hybrid. After a couple of years I wanted something softer so I got a Serfa Dual Density saddle. A couple years later I decided to ride more...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
01-11-16, 01:24 PM
Replies: 25
Views: 3,436
Posted By B2mac

We have a Saris rack called "Thelma". Saris's...

We have a Saris rack called "Thelma". Saris's name not ours. We've owned in for 7 years. It is a tray style rack. It's very lightweight and easy to mount the bikes. Ours uses 1 and 1/4"...
Forum: Hybrid Bicycles
01-03-16, 10:45 PM
Replies: 17
Views: 2,111
Posted By B2mac

Red Rock Rider, Thanks for the heads up on the...

Red Rock Rider, Thanks for the heads up on the Giant Escape. I had been watching CL for an Escape RX. Not sure if I want to buy it without ever having a chance to ride one. I will admit I've...
Forum: Hybrid Bicycles
01-03-16, 06:23 PM
Replies: 17
Views: 2,111
Posted By B2mac

I had thought that if the carbon bikes actually...

I had thought that if the carbon bikes actually do offer significantly more comfort, that there would be a market for them as there gets to be more older riders like myself looking to upgrade.
Forum: Hybrid Bicycles
01-03-16, 03:34 PM
Replies: 17
Views: 2,111
Posted By B2mac

I will probably wait until spring and try new...

I will probably wait until spring and try new tires on the FX7.5. I was hoping to hear from others who may have made a similar upgrade in bike to see if they were satisfied with the results. ...
Forum: Hybrid Bicycles
01-03-16, 01:17 PM
Replies: 17
Views: 2,111
Posted By B2mac

Comfort would be the main reason I would go with...

Comfort would be the main reason I would go with carbon which is why I would lean towards the Domane and the Roubiax. Lighter and faster are good too but not if it means sacrificing too much comfort....
Forum: Hybrid Bicycles
01-03-16, 12:23 PM
Replies: 17
Views: 2,111
Posted By B2mac

Thanks MRT2. Fitting the Trek with 35c tires is...

Thanks MRT2. Fitting the Trek with 35c tires is certainly an option. As far as the carbon frame, I would not be looking at it for speed but rather for increased comfort. I have heard so much...
Forum: Hybrid Bicycles
01-03-16, 11:27 AM
Replies: 17
Views: 2,111
Posted By B2mac

Does anyone make a bike like this?

I am 62 and looking for my ultimate retirement bike. I ride mostly paved or crushed lime trails. Usually 25-50 miles per trip. I currently have a 2005 Gary Fisher 'Nirvana' and a 2010 Trek FX7.5. ...
Forum: Hybrid Bicycles
12-09-15, 07:04 PM
Replies: 2,216
Views: 840,339
Posted By B2mac

Thanks for the input. I think I'll give it a try...

Thanks for the input. I think I'll give it a try over the winter.
Forum: Hybrid Bicycles
12-08-15, 05:33 PM
Replies: 2,216
Views: 840,339
Posted By B2mac

I bought a used Trek FX 7.5 this summer. It has...

I bought a used Trek FX 7.5 this summer. It has bar ends but I find them to be too wide. I have a slim build (5'10", 145) I had not seen bar ends positioned like yours. I talked to the LBS today. ...
Forum: Mountain Biking
10-26-15, 06:35 PM
Replies: 0
Views: 763
Posted By B2mac

anybody riding a Gary Fisher 'Nirvana'

I have a 10 year old Fisher Nirvana without the suspension fork and with 700x35 tires. I have used it mostly on paved trails. I am thinking of putting on 40c tires and using it on some of the...
Forum: Hybrid Bicycles
10-05-15, 07:08 AM
Replies: 53
Views: 18,435
Posted By B2mac

Sorry, my mistake in saying "OP" I was actually...

Sorry, my mistake in saying "OP" I was actually referring to another post that 2702 made. I am interested in the weight difference between high end aluminum and carbon so if anyone has weighed the...
Forum: Hybrid Bicycles
10-04-15, 03:45 PM
Replies: 53
Views: 18,435
Posted By B2mac

I appreciate and value RickGr4's post most of the...

I appreciate and value RickGr4's post most of the time but in this post and another post in which he berates the op, I think he is out of line. I read bike forums to hear opinions and learn facts. ...
Forum: Hybrid Bicycles
09-07-15, 05:00 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 1,883
Posted By B2mac

Thanks for the advice. I will give my body some...

Thanks for the advice. I will give my body some time to adjust to the wider bars before I do any cutting.
Forum: Hybrid Bicycles
09-06-15, 05:09 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 1,883
Posted By B2mac

how wide handlebars and bar ends

I just bought a used Trek FX 7.5. It has the original handlebars and the previous owner added bar ends. I had never used bar ends before so I have nothing to compare to, but these seem too wide for...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
08-28-15, 06:17 PM
Replies: 32
Views: 3,395
Posted By B2mac

In the bluffland area of southeastern MN near...

In the bluffland area of southeastern MN near Lanesboro (named one of the best small towns in America to visit in 2014 by Smithsonian magazine) there are about 65 miles of paved trail near the Root...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
08-18-15, 09:39 PM
Replies: 24
Views: 1,895
Posted By B2mac

I wear a Sweat Vac Race hat turned backwards It...

I wear a Sweat Vac Race hat turned backwards It has good built in sun-protection and fits well under my helmet and also protects my neck. I turn it around to normal if I go out to eat or socialize....
Forum: Hybrid Bicycles
07-16-15, 03:59 PM
Replies: 1
Views: 1,196
Posted By B2mac

any there Gary Fisher 'Nirvanas" out there.

I have a 2005 Gary Fisher 'Nirvana'. I have never seen any like it. It is considered a hybrid and could be ordered without a suspension fork and 35cc tires or with a suspension fork and 42cc tires....
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
07-15-15, 02:45 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 2,208
Posted By B2mac

I am also considering a carbon flat bar hybrid. ...

I am also considering a carbon flat bar hybrid. I am familiar with the Specialized and Trek models. I was not familiar with the Diamondback. I am surprised at the components on the Diamondback...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
06-18-15, 02:54 PM
Replies: 20
Views: 3,522
Posted By B2mac

I'm from MN also and I've had 3 melanomas removed...

I'm from MN also and I've had 3 melanomas removed in the last 3 years, so I hear you. I wear Columbia long sleeve sunshirts, long pants, and gloves. I also wear a Sweat Vac race hat turned...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
06-06-15, 06:21 AM
Replies: 8
Views: 920
Posted By B2mac

Looigi, are you speaking from experience? If so,...

Looigi, are you speaking from experience? If so, could you elaborate some? The reason I ask is because I am also trying to choose between a high end aluminum- carbon fork bike and a carbon bike...
Forum: Hybrid Bicycles
06-03-15, 03:42 PM
Replies: 39
Views: 3,091
Posted By B2mac

Much the same situation here. What we often do...

Much the same situation here. What we often do is plan our ride so that we ride together for 15 or 20 miles then she will get the car and meet me 10 or 15 miles up the trail. She usually doesn't...
Forum: Hybrid Bicycles
05-29-15, 08:00 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 1,429
Posted By B2mac

I would agree that the 2#?? weight difference...

I would agree that the 2#?? weight difference may not be worth the extra money but IF the carbon bike gave a smoother ride for thousands of miles it might be worth considering. Curious what those...
Forum: Hybrid Bicycles
05-29-15, 04:58 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 878
Posted By B2mac

If it turns out the bike is too big, I might be...

If it turns out the bike is too big, I might be interested. Please let me know. Thanks
Forum: Hybrid Bicycles
05-17-15, 03:16 PM
Replies: 19
Views: 3,318
Posted By B2mac

Thanks shOOk and yashinon for the concern for my...

Thanks shOOk and yashinon for the concern for my wife's health. She is doing well. Just not quite the same energy level as before chemo and radiation. I was intrigued by shOOks description of the...
Forum: Hybrid Bicycles
05-17-15, 02:36 PM
Replies: 27
Views: 8,945
Posted By B2mac

I haven't seen the setup in a bike shop where...

I haven't seen the setup in a bike shop where bikes are assembled or the type of scale they use but I can't believe that it would be too complicated or that it would take much more than a minute or...
Forum: Hybrid Bicycles
05-16-15, 08:15 AM
Replies: 27
Views: 8,945
Posted By B2mac

It seems like it should be quite easy for the ...

It seems like it should be quite easy for the bike shop to weigh the bike immediately after assembly. In the long run this might save time so they don't have to take the bike off the floor and...
Forum: Hybrid Bicycles
05-12-15, 01:03 PM
Replies: 19
Views: 3,318
Posted By B2mac

My wife has a 19", 2011 FX-2WSD. She likes it a...

My wife has a 19", 2011 FX-2WSD. She likes it a lot. It is all stock, except she added Ergon grips, which she also really likes, although she still gets a little numbness in the wrist. She had...
Forum: Hybrid Bicycles
05-03-15, 06:34 AM
Replies: 2,216
Views: 840,339
Posted By B2mac

Are FX owners satisfied with the size and quality...

Are FX owners satisfied with the size and quality of the stock tires that come with their bike? I believe the FX-1 and FX-2 come 700x35 tires. The FX-3 and FX-4 come with 700X32 and the FX-5 comes...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
04-07-15, 11:15 AM
Replies: 10
Views: 1,337
Posted By B2mac

combination cable locks?

Do the combination cable locks hold up? Some of the locking mechanisms look pretty flimsy. I would hate to lock up the bike and have the tumbler break. (I don't carry a cable cutter) Are there...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
03-21-15, 05:51 PM
Replies: 83
Views: 17,111
Posted By B2mac

clear sunglasses

Aren't there clear safety glasses that protect against UV rays? If so wouldn't they be best when going from shaded areas to sunlight areas?
Forum: Hybrid Bicycles
03-09-15, 01:40 PM
Replies: 24
Views: 4,288
Posted By B2mac

gatorskins/

Did you get a chance to ride your gatorskins. We also have the Bontrager H2 (700x35) and are considering the 32 gatorskings. What do you think? Do you notice any decrease in comfort or stability?...
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