Bike Forums

Go Back  Bike Forums > Search Forums
Reload this Page >

Search Results

Register
FAQ
Calendar
Today's Posts
Search
Vendor Directory
Notices
Search: Posts Made By: mstateglfr
Showing results 1 to 16 of 16
Search took 0.04 seconds.
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
10-21-19, 06:47 AM
Replies: 801
Views: 99,632
Posted By mstateglfr

He is an expert in gravel riding too- its often...

He is an expert in gravel riding too- its often times entertaining to read. He has strong views on an aluminum Trek frame that rode harshly, and hasnt gotten a different gravel bike in over a year I...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
09-17-19, 09:43 AM
Replies: 801
Views: 99,632
Posted By mstateglfr

1- braking while your hands are on bar-ends has...

1- braking while your hands are on bar-ends has its challenges. I mention this since you cite how braking with drops can be a challenge.
2- I cant imagine being able to swing a bike laterally back...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
09-16-19, 08:22 PM
Replies: 801
Views: 99,632
Posted By mstateglfr

What? No way was he trying to reference a famous...

What? No way was he trying to reference a famous pop culture quote. How dare you correct the obvious attempt! Cant you see he was clearly referencing something else and nailed it as intended?***
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
09-15-19, 09:02 PM
Replies: 801
Views: 99,632
Posted By mstateglfr

Today I did the Coppi ride in WI that was...

Today I did the Coppi ride in WI that was advertised on the c&v forum.
https://www.bikeforums.net/classic-vintage/1162293-do.html

63mi with 5000# if climb, which is a lot for this region. As a...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
09-09-19, 12:30 PM
Replies: 801
Views: 99,632
Posted By mstateglfr

Sure, the Condor is a drop bar. Its a unique...

Sure, the Condor is a drop bar. Its a unique drop bar to say the least as there are very few bars that are even close to imitating it. Its like a Randonneur bar on steroids with how much upsweep...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
09-09-19, 12:28 PM
Replies: 801
Views: 99,632
Posted By mstateglfr

Interesting version of history.

Interesting version of history.
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
09-05-19, 10:07 AM
Replies: 801
Views: 99,632
Posted By mstateglfr

Unique takeaway.

Unique takeaway.
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
09-05-19, 08:52 AM
Replies: 801
Views: 99,632
Posted By mstateglfr

Well I am impressed you used these two words in...

Well I am impressed you used these two words in the same post. Straddling dialects!
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
09-04-19, 11:28 PM
Replies: 801
Views: 99,632
Posted By mstateglfr

This thread has caused me to learn that I am...

This thread has caused me to learn that I am apparently obese, even though I am not.

It's also made me want to think about how I brake when riding road and gravel. I cant say I consciously think...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
09-04-19, 08:01 AM
Replies: 801
Views: 99,632
Posted By mstateglfr

This is certainly true and deserves to be...

This is certainly true and deserves to be mentioned in a thread where someone has continually suggested riders should just accept an illfitting bike until they can improve flexibility and drop...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
09-03-19, 08:04 PM
Replies: 801
Views: 99,632
Posted By mstateglfr

These craigslistings made me chuckle due to this...

These craigslistings made me chuckle due to this timely thread.

https://desmoines.craigslist.org/bik/d/waukee-road-bike-specialized-allez-56cm/6968647297.html...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
09-02-19, 01:25 PM
Replies: 801
Views: 99,632
Posted By mstateglfr

No, people who tour, commute, and ride socially...

No, people who tour, commute, and ride socially shouldn't be relegated to beach cruisers and bikes. Again, absurd.
A big % of cyclists around me are seasonal and social riders. During nice times...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
09-02-19, 01:04 PM
Replies: 801
Views: 99,632
Posted By mstateglfr

Rando bars have an upsweep on the tops. Dirt...

Rando bars have an upsweep on the tops. Dirt drops dont.
Dirt drops flare on the drops. Rando bars dont.

Then there is the width- dirt drops/adventure/gravel bars are typically measured from the...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
09-02-19, 12:49 PM
Replies: 801
Views: 99,632
Posted By mstateglfr

My gosh such a judgy rant is unfortunate to read....

My gosh such a judgy rant is unfortunate to read.
Forcing someone to ride a bike that is uncomfortable is probably the fastest way to turn them into an ex-cyclist. Why on earth would riding an...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
09-01-19, 09:42 AM
Replies: 801
Views: 99,632
Posted By mstateglfr

This is really interesting in that I like seeing...

This is really interesting in that I like seeing what trends exist(ed) elsewhere.
In the 90s, Raleigh and Peugeot were mostly afterthoughts in the US market. Raleigh held on a bit in the early...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
08-31-19, 08:31 PM
Replies: 801
Views: 99,632
Posted By mstateglfr

As mentioned, I think the drops aren't used as...

As mentioned, I think the drops aren't used as much because bikes arent set up for the majority of riders to comfortably use them.

I have my bikes set up so I can use all parts of the bars, but...
Showing results 1 to 16 of 16


 
Forum Jump

Contact Us - Archive - Advertising - Cookie Policy - Privacy Statement - Terms of Service -

Copyright © 2024 MH Sub I, LLC dba Internet Brands. All rights reserved. Use of this site indicates your consent to the Terms of Use.