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Forum: Commuting
03-25-16, 10:52 AM
Replies: 15,695
Views: 12,382,709
Posted By cali_axela

Wow! That looks really awesome. How's the haptic...

Wow! That looks really awesome. How's the haptic feedback, helpful?
Forum: Commuting
03-11-16, 07:20 PM
Replies: 15,695
Views: 12,382,709
Posted By cali_axela

Heartily approved. Although I do wonder how you...

Heartily approved. Although I do wonder how you can get by without lights.
Forum: Commuting
01-13-16, 01:37 PM
Replies: 15,695
Views: 12,382,709
Posted By cali_axela

a) BAMF Bike Co....

a) BAMF Bike Co. (http://www.bamfbikes.com/bikes/urban-commuter/piledriver/)
b) thanks :)
c) It's a Race Face pink anodized chainring, on standard Andel square taper cranks. I got it for $5 because...
Forum: Commuting
01-13-16, 01:21 PM
Replies: 15,695
Views: 12,382,709
Posted By cali_axela

I got them on sale on biketiresdirect.com...

I got them on sale on biketiresdirect.com (https://www.biketiresdirect.com/product/lit-360-ultra-reflective-road-tire). Crazy good value. Couple of friends locally have switched to them, too.
Forum: Commuting
01-12-16, 01:55 AM
Replies: 15,695
Views: 12,382,709
Posted By cali_axela

https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/lOMaNHyS-HfCPO_m...

https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/lOMaNHyS-HfCPO_mDHdfT0RP5iHwFIUeP-7_OmiR7VLs3XjRwBFASBydtOB0Fwji66E8-GybrLhBXhgVAx9h0asLRvB9quUgeXyGiq0uFCCRFv1P4F9qmu5CyyCktmTkjf-9c_4oDWkg1Cbv1T7GoIFTNuoLDmBQzHOE8d...
Forum: Commuting
12-10-15, 05:36 PM
Replies: 15,695
Views: 12,382,709
Posted By cali_axela

I run 26x2" tires on my commuter/tourer,...

I run 26x2" tires on my commuter/tourer, inflation range of 30-70psi. I run them at 30 front / 35 rear normally, and bump up to 40 front / 50 rear when fully loaded. So comfy, and never had issues...
Forum: Commuting
08-16-15, 10:28 PM
Replies: 15,695
Views: 12,382,709
Posted By cali_axela

^ The stem, doesn't fit because the brake cable...

^ The stem, doesn't fit because the brake cable is too short? Even when the stem is flipped down? You could always run a new, slight longer brake cable. Or am I missing something? That seems like a...
Forum: Commuting
05-27-15, 05:52 PM
Replies: 15,695
Views: 12,382,709
Posted By cali_axela

Gorgeous wheels for a gorgeous bike. Super...

Gorgeous wheels for a gorgeous bike. Super nice... approaching ideal super-commuter status.
Forum: Commuting
05-26-15, 05:50 PM
Replies: 15,695
Views: 12,382,709
Posted By cali_axela

Firefly makes my Lynskey look sloppy. They are...

Firefly makes my Lynskey look sloppy. They are absolutely the best of the best in Titanium.
Forum: Commuting
05-26-15, 11:16 AM
Replies: 15,695
Views: 12,382,709
Posted By cali_axela

^ Damn!! Not only that bike, but your whole...

^ Damn!! Not only that bike, but your whole signature collection is drool-worthy. Pics of your Firefly anywhere?
Forum: Commuting
05-18-15, 06:50 PM
Replies: 15,695
Views: 12,382,709
Posted By cali_axela

That's a cool looking chainring, what is it? I...

That's a cool looking chainring, what is it? I recently went up to ~80" on my fixie and am enjoying it. But, I like to suffer a little when I ride that bike.
Forum: Commuting
04-28-15, 06:11 PM
Replies: 15,695
Views: 12,382,709
Posted By cali_axela

Oh yeah, I most definitely don't leg brake when...

Oh yeah, I most definitely don't leg brake when actually riding on the track. Learned just to float, or go up track to scrub speed, early on. But it doesn't stop me from still having fun doing it on...
Forum: Commuting
04-27-15, 03:55 PM
Replies: 15,695
Views: 12,382,709
Posted By cali_axela

It's certainly not practical, but I really enjoy...

It's certainly not practical, but I really enjoy only using my legs. Not to say that I'd ever recommend running brakeless on public roads, I'm glad to have my front brake on my city fixed gear bike...
Forum: Commuting
04-27-15, 03:27 PM
Replies: 15,695
Views: 12,382,709
Posted By cali_axela

I had a few occasions when putting significant...

I had a few occasions when putting significant backpedaling pressure on them to slow down, my foot came unintentionally unclipped. I think it was actually on the upstroke when pulling more than...
Forum: Commuting
04-27-15, 02:23 PM
Replies: 15,695
Views: 12,382,709
Posted By cali_axela

Nice, commuting on track bikes can be fun...

Nice, commuting on track bikes can be fun sometimes. Although I personally would never use normal SPDs fixed, after having a couple harrowing unintentional unclipping incidents with them when...
Forum: Commuting
04-24-15, 04:46 PM
Replies: 15,695
Views: 12,382,709
Posted By cali_axela

That's my favorite saddle too! The new ones...

That's my favorite saddle too! The new ones definitely are different. My favorite is a really tattered old suede feeling one.
Forum: Commuting
04-22-15, 06:16 PM
Replies: 15,695
Views: 12,382,709
Posted By cali_axela

Added a new front dynamo wheel (built by LIT in...

Added a new front dynamo wheel (built by LIT in Portland with an SP PD-8 hub, and DT Swiss rim and spokes) and Vega headlight to my fixed gear commuter. This weekend's project is to install a new 47T...
Forum: Commuting
02-27-15, 12:42 AM
Replies: 15,695
Views: 12,382,709
Posted By cali_axela

When standing out of the saddle most people tend...

When standing out of the saddle most people tend to lean forward to keep their weight centered, so the typical forward mounting of bar ends feels very natural. Same thing with grabbing the horns of...
Forum: Commuting
02-18-15, 01:36 PM
Replies: 15,695
Views: 12,382,709
Posted By cali_axela

:lol:

:lol:
Forum: Commuting
01-26-15, 04:16 PM
Replies: 15,695
Views: 12,382,709
Posted By cali_axela

How about some sparkly silver metallic bar tape?

How about some sparkly silver metallic bar tape?
Forum: Commuting
01-07-15, 04:48 PM
Replies: 15,695
Views: 12,382,709
Posted By cali_axela

Wow, that's a huge upgrade! Congrats!

Wow, that's a huge upgrade! Congrats!
Forum: Commuting
01-07-15, 04:47 PM
Replies: 15,695
Views: 12,382,709
Posted By cali_axela

For how cheap it was, the clock is exceptionally...

For how cheap it was, the clock is exceptionally well made, and was super easy to install. I have no doubt of its shockproof-ness and waterproof-ness, and the machining is smooth and top notch. The...
Forum: Commuting
01-07-15, 12:04 PM
Replies: 15,695
Views: 12,382,709
Posted By cali_axela

Haha, I actually got it from a relatively shady...

Haha, I actually got it from a relatively shady looking site, which happened to have some greyscale camo bar tape I wanted to try out for super cheap, but has a $15 minimum order for free shipping to...
Forum: Commuting
01-06-15, 04:07 PM
Replies: 15,695
Views: 12,382,709
Posted By cali_axela

https://lh4.googleusercontent.com/-nSktIORDZWE/VKu...

https://lh4.googleusercontent.com/-nSktIORDZWE/VKuC3Yj8wdI/AAAAAAAALTQ/tM1_QRuMCr8/w1006-h566-no/20150105_223918.jpg

Yes, that's a headset top cap clock. And yes, it's simultaneously cheesy,...
Forum: Commuting
10-25-14, 05:06 PM
Replies: 15,695
Views: 12,382,709
Posted By cali_axela

Seriously loving my new commuter: early 90's Hard...

Seriously loving my new commuter: early 90's Hard Rock scored on Craigslist with nice Araya wheels, just needed some TLC. Added 1.4" Michelin Wild Run'r slicks, Cascadia ATB fenders, Blackburn TRX-1...
Forum: Commuting
09-17-14, 03:07 AM
Replies: 15,695
Views: 12,382,709
Posted By cali_axela

Thanks very much for this info, I almost ordered...

Thanks very much for this info, I almost ordered a set from there when you first posted about the deal, but was confused/concerned that they wouldn't easily fit a non-Thule rack based on the product...
Forum: Commuting
07-23-14, 12:27 AM
Replies: 15,695
Views: 12,382,709
Posted By cali_axela

That's a really wide minimum rack width for the...

That's a really wide minimum rack width for the Arkel, 3.15"? My rack is only ~2.5" wide at the top where it'd mount, so I guess it wouldn't work for me.
Forum: Commuting
03-07-14, 01:29 PM
Replies: 15,695
Views: 12,382,709
Posted By cali_axela

Put some LIT ultra-reflective sidewall tires on...

Put some LIT ultra-reflective sidewall tires on the commuter. They are indeed astoundingly reflective, from almost every angle. Ride really nice, too. I'm very very happy with them so far.
...
Forum: Commuting
12-10-13, 05:47 AM
Replies: 15,695
Views: 12,382,709
Posted By cali_axela

+1 that's amazing -- it's almost like you had...

+1 that's amazing -- it's almost like you had your bike flocked like some people do with their christmas trees :lol:
Forum: Commuting
10-18-13, 03:48 PM
Replies: 15,695
Views: 12,382,709
Posted By cali_axela

Looks perfect to me for a fixed gear bike,...

Looks perfect to me for a fixed gear bike, assuming it's 1/8". Spins better with a bit of slack like that for sure. Mine is setup similar and no issues, still on the same chain for almost a full year...
Forum: Commuting
09-26-13, 06:07 PM
Replies: 15,695
Views: 12,382,709
Posted By cali_axela

I finally decided to ditch the backpack for my...

I finally decided to ditch the backpack for my commute, picked up a rack and panniers which I'll be installing tonight. Pics soon!

EDIT: wow, that was the easiest install ever. Rack lined up...
Forum: Commuting
09-05-13, 12:03 AM
Replies: 15,695
Views: 12,382,709
Posted By cali_axela

Nice, is a good portion of your commute on dirt?

Nice, is a good portion of your commute on dirt?
Forum: Commuting
05-22-13, 04:45 PM
Replies: 15,695
Views: 12,382,709
Posted By cali_axela

Sweet! I would LOVE to have a nice belt drive IGH...

Sweet! I would LOVE to have a nice belt drive IGH bike like that. Yours is setup very well, too. How long have you had it?
Forum: Commuting
04-29-13, 04:55 PM
Replies: 15,695
Views: 12,382,709
Posted By cali_axela

That is the exact reason I leave the fenders on...

That is the exact reason I leave the fenders on my commuter year-round now, too. Lots of nasty sprinkler water puddles and rivers all along my preferred route. It's nice to not worry about kicking up...
Forum: Commuting
04-22-13, 01:10 PM
Replies: 15,695
Views: 12,382,709
Posted By cali_axela

Yeah, that's actually a bit lower than my fixed...

Yeah, that's actually a bit lower than my fixed gearing of 46x16 (which works out to ~76 g" after factoring in the beefy 700x40c tires and 165mm cranks). It's great for keeping up decent speed on the...
Forum: Commuting
04-21-13, 02:38 AM
Replies: 15,695
Views: 12,382,709
Posted By cali_axela

Added a couple new things to my commuter -- ...

Added a couple new things to my commuter --

https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/-1mRJQ4DHZaA/UXOlECGYrnI/AAAAAAAAE3Q/rW3oUx4bK54/s1044/IMG_20130420_173045.jpg
...
Forum: Commuting
04-19-13, 03:09 PM
Replies: 15,695
Views: 12,382,709
Posted By cali_axela

That is a damn sexy bike for a commuter... nice!

That is a damn sexy bike for a commuter... nice!
Forum: Commuting
02-14-13, 05:08 PM
Replies: 15,695
Views: 12,382,709
Posted By cali_axela

Yeah, I'm only ~140lbs and they're on a ~30lb...

Yeah, I'm only ~140lbs and they're on a ~30lb steel bike as setup, my load normally adds ~15lbs (laptop + tools + change of clothes in a messenger bag)... so it was definitely a defective tire, not...
Forum: Commuting
02-13-13, 02:00 PM
Replies: 15,695
Views: 12,382,709
Posted By cali_axela

My main complaint with them is that they don't...

My main complaint with them is that they don't offer much flat protection at all, even the smallest piece of glass seems to go right through and into the tube, every time. I put some of those tire...
Forum: Commuting
02-13-13, 01:06 PM
Replies: 15,695
Views: 12,382,709
Posted By cali_axela

My commuter came with Kwests as well, the bead...

My commuter came with Kwests as well, the bead ripped open on the rear after less than 200 miles. They happily replaced it under warranty, hoping to get at least a couple thousand miles out of them...
Forum: Commuting
02-06-13, 02:08 PM
Replies: 15,695
Views: 12,382,709
Posted By cali_axela

^ that's pretty awesome!

^ that's pretty awesome!
Forum: Commuting
01-23-13, 05:30 PM
Replies: 15,695
Views: 12,382,709
Posted By cali_axela

Haha, thanks. You know it's funny, I get more...

Haha, thanks. You know it's funny, I get more compliments on this bike both in person and online than any others, but it's by far the cheapest one in my stable and nothing on it is really that nice....
Forum: Commuting
01-20-13, 03:51 PM
Replies: 15,695
Views: 12,382,709
Posted By cali_axela

Yep, the closer they are to the tire the better,...

Yep, the closer they are to the tire the better, up to a point, and they should be evenly spaced both for looks and because they'll be more stable and resistant to lateral movement over bumps etc....
Forum: Commuting
01-20-13, 12:18 PM
Replies: 15,695
Views: 12,382,709
Posted By cali_axela

Great frame and setup... but fix that front...

Great frame and setup... but fix that front fender's positioning! :thumb:
Forum: Commuting
12-28-12, 04:47 PM
Replies: 15,695
Views: 12,382,709
Posted By cali_axela

Parents got me a cool metal bell for Christmas,...

Parents got me a cool metal bell for Christmas, but the metal bracket it came with was designed for super thin handlebars, not the center section of a large clamp diameter bar. Came up with a pretty...
Forum: Commuting
11-30-12, 02:59 AM
Replies: 15,695
Views: 12,382,709
Posted By cali_axela

^ +1 I'm loving it so far. Winterized my...

^ +1 I'm loving it so far. Winterized my commuter:

https://lh4.googleusercontent.com/-PP20ZVYo-ZM/ULhBQhzxntI/AAAAAAAADaQ/ljuY0Qka8wg/s576/IMG_20121129_210936.jpg
Forum: Commuting
11-29-12, 06:38 PM
Replies: 15,695
Views: 12,382,709
Posted By cali_axela

I bet that wheel looks awesome while spinning......

I bet that wheel looks awesome while spinning... is that a DIY thing? Pretty cool.

However, that seat... is it actually comfortable for you while nosed down like that?
Forum: Commuting
11-09-12, 05:30 PM
Replies: 15,695
Views: 12,382,709
Posted By cali_axela

My commuting rig is pretty barebones, but it does...

My commuting rig is pretty barebones, but it does the job just fine for my short ~10mi round trip commute:
...
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