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Forum: Commuting
07-17-19, 10:37 AM
Replies: 1,684
Views: 343,465
Posted By andycook

Golf balls. A hot pink one and a bright yellow...

Golf balls. A hot pink one and a bright yellow one. My ride starts on a loop around a golf course.
Forum: Commuting
06-23-19, 08:48 PM
Replies: 1,684
Views: 343,465
Posted By andycook

I was thinking about dragging it on a rope but I...

I was thinking about dragging it on a rope but I like the pole idea better!
Forum: Commuting
06-20-19, 08:10 AM
Replies: 1,684
Views: 343,465
Posted By andycook

Finally get to contribute (I assume you have to...

Finally get to contribute (I assume you have to pick the item up and take it with you). An allen wrench. Picked that up at a stop sign. Fits my bike. Left the bent spoon.

I've ridden past a...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
12-25-18, 07:29 PM
Replies: 31
Views: 2,184
Posted By andycook

Noonish Xmas day. Temps in low 40s. First time...

Noonish Xmas day. Temps in low 40s. First time cold temp riding. Thermal layer plus sweats/hoodie. Got a 60 min ride in for 8.5 miles. Meandered my normal path plus the bike trail in the local...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
10-24-18, 07:59 PM
Replies: 23
Views: 1,709
Posted By andycook

It is new to me. I like the way you think....

It is new to me.

I like the way you think. I should get a 2nd bike :)
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
10-24-18, 03:39 PM
Replies: 23
Views: 1,709
Posted By andycook

Gearing question

I have a Trek 930 MTB. It has 46T on the big ring and 21 gears. Most of the cycling I do is on flat roads or bike path for recreation/fun/exercise/scenery/ice cream/beer. I am comfortable with how...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
10-22-18, 06:33 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 1,524
Posted By andycook

Shimano SG exage 500 lx questions

I have a Shimano SG exage 500 lx crank set. The outer ring has 46 teeth. Does the fact that the crankset can be taken apart imply that I could add a outer ring with more teeth/bigger? I would like...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
08-16-18, 07:36 AM
Replies: 28
Views: 1,466
Posted By andycook

thanks for all of the responses. I appreciate...

thanks for all of the responses. I appreciate the input.

It is a diamondback outlook dx. At least that is the frame. It is multi gear, 21 I think.

I don't use new water bottles, I refill. The...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
08-15-18, 01:24 PM
Replies: 28
Views: 1,466
Posted By andycook

Thanks all. The bike is one I'm riding for the...

Thanks all. The bike is one I'm riding for the summer while I figure out what kind I want for reals.

I tried the seat up higher and ended up feeling it in my wrists and shoulders. This is why I...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
08-15-18, 01:19 PM
Replies: 28
Views: 1,466
Posted By andycook

Actually I do. Any specific stretches in mind?

Actually I do. Any specific stretches in mind?
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
08-13-18, 08:14 PM
Replies: 28
Views: 1,466
Posted By andycook

Tight thigh muscles

I started riding this spring. I'm riding 8-12 miles a day 5 or 6 days a week. Once in a while I'll get a 20+ day. I'd love to get to 20 on a daily basis. Decent pace. Mostly flat residential. ...
Forum: Commuting
08-13-18, 12:24 PM
Replies: 1,684
Views: 343,465
Posted By andycook

Bungee cord across the back? :)

Bungee cord across the back? :)
Forum: Commuting
08-13-18, 10:53 AM
Replies: 1,684
Views: 343,465
Posted By andycook

You should give it a good home.

You should give it a good home.
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
08-10-18, 11:06 AM
Replies: 22
Views: 1,481
Posted By andycook

So same for the shock on the seat?

So same for the shock on the seat?
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
08-10-18, 09:42 AM
Replies: 22
Views: 1,481
Posted By andycook

I don't have much experience with front shocks. ...

I don't have much experience with front shocks. I had front shocks on a MTB that didnt have the option to lock out/in/on. The bike I have now doesn't have front shocks.
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
08-10-18, 08:35 AM
Replies: 22
Views: 1,481
Posted By andycook

Locking front shocks

Why do I want to lock the front shocks when riding on smooth roads? So I have to pull over and unlock if I want to ride on uneven terrain or the road gets bumpy?
Forum: Commuting
07-13-18, 02:11 PM
Replies: 20
Views: 1,488
Posted By andycook

Yes front and rear.

Yes front and rear.
Forum: Commuting
07-13-18, 01:27 PM
Replies: 20
Views: 1,488
Posted By andycook

Because I think they are starting earlier than I...

Because I think they are starting earlier than I can leave work. Ill find them... No worries about that :)



I like the look of the Topeak MTX DXP Trunk. Thanks for the tip.
Forum: Commuting
07-13-18, 12:43 PM
Replies: 20
Views: 1,488
Posted By andycook

Now the wife says we are going downtown for...

Now the wife says we are going downtown for dinner with friends a couple of miles north of my work. They may head out before I am done at work. She said I could ride my bike home so I can drive my...
Forum: Commuting
07-13-18, 09:04 AM
Replies: 20
Views: 1,488
Posted By andycook

Yes it does feel great. I did forget my...

Yes it does feel great.

I did forget my badge to get in the building :) Remembered everything including my office keys and lunch but not that. It sits in my car.

I carried everything in a...
Forum: Commuting
07-13-18, 08:52 AM
Replies: 20
Views: 1,488
Posted By andycook

First commute to work

First commute to work. 3.66 miles in about 18 minutes one way. The ride is fine, mostly well marked bike path. Except for the last .66 mile where the bike path ends and I have to navigate a busy...
Forum: Hybrid Bicycles
07-12-18, 03:15 PM
Replies: 18
Views: 2,206
Posted By andycook

I'm interested in this last part. Why is an...

I'm interested in this last part. Why is an upright riding position practically useless for burning calories - seems to me that there would be more resistance, drag, etc needing more effort to...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
07-11-18, 03:38 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 1,014
Posted By andycook

That is interesting. I'll have to do some...

That is interesting. I'll have to do some research. Thanks for the info and link.

-Andy
Forum: Hybrid Bicycles
07-11-18, 03:37 PM
Replies: 18
Views: 2,206
Posted By andycook

Is this a hybrid?

I'm riding a $60 craigslist purchase while I figure out what I want. I have a picture in my mind. I think it is a hybrid I want. Am I describing a hybrid or a horse designed by a committee?
...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
07-11-18, 03:01 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 1,014
Posted By andycook

Chain guards

Are chain guards a thing these days? I remember 30+ years ago my bikes having them and now not so much. It is summer and I am riding in shorts so it hasn't been an issue so far. But when I look...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
07-11-18, 02:59 PM
Replies: 6,237
Views: 563,417
Posted By andycook

Over 10 miles this morning before work. Awesome...

Over 10 miles this morning before work. Awesome temp and sunny. Just kept going. Might get another 6-10 miles tonight, though I do plan on going to the gym.
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
07-11-18, 02:58 PM
Replies: 14
Views: 1,103
Posted By andycook

I ended up getting a $60 MTB from craigslist...

I ended up getting a $60 MTB from craigslist (diamonback Outlook DX frankenstein bike) with some of the things I wanted like a bigger frame, different gearing etc. Still not quite what I have...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
06-22-18, 07:30 AM
Replies: 6,237
Views: 563,417
Posted By andycook

8.17 miles before work. Just started riding this...

8.17 miles before work. Just started riding this spring/summer. Had my first wreck. Fell off the concrete path :( Hope my camera caught the action.
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
06-12-18, 07:37 AM
Replies: 14
Views: 1,103
Posted By andycook

Thanks for the input everyone. I really...

Thanks for the input everyone. I really appreciate the help. I have a lot to look forward to.

-Andy
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
06-11-18, 12:07 PM
Replies: 14
Views: 1,103
Posted By andycook

New rider questions

I just started cycling as a way to supplement going to the gym and to enjoy the outdoors. Been riding about a month so far. I'm going about 30 mins/5 miles in the morning before work and twice that...
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