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Forum: General Cycling Discussion
12-23-20, 07:19 AM
Replies: 35
Views: 3,588
Posted By Hokiedad4

It really depends on the size of the group and...

It really depends on the size of the group and the accommodations. Being outside is inherently safer so the actual group rides pose little risk. It's more about the indoor time and how many people...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
12-23-20, 07:05 AM
Replies: 7
Views: 1,034
Posted By Hokiedad4

How much pressure are you losing? One...

How much pressure are you losing? One consideration is that at full pressure, a small hole will get larger and lose air, which can seal once the tire loses a bit of pressure.
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
12-21-20, 07:27 AM
Replies: 26
Views: 1,986
Posted By Hokiedad4

Not the longest, not the fastest, not the most...

Not the longest, not the fastest, not the most scenic, but my adult children and I did our own Bikes and Beers Philly ride along the Schuylkill Ride trail into Philadelphia, lunch at Yards Brewery...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
09-27-20, 07:28 AM
Replies: 11
Views: 966
Posted By Hokiedad4

I ended up buying this wheel. The installation...

I ended up buying this wheel. The installation was easy, and my cassette fit perfectly without spacers. Thanks for everyone's input!
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
09-20-20, 06:24 AM
Replies: 11
Views: 966
Posted By Hokiedad4

This looks perfect but I have a question about...

This looks perfect but I have a question about compatibility with my 9-speed cassette.

Cassette Body Type: Shimano, Shimano/SRAM 11 Speed Road, Shimano/SRAM 8,9,10 Speed

Will I need any spacers...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
09-16-20, 04:45 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 966
Posted By Hokiedad4

Can't find a rear wheel (700c)

I have a few years old Giant Contend 1. The rear wheel has developed cracks around the spokes, possibly because I'm on the heavy side (230lb). Fortunately I have a back up so replacement is not super...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
06-26-20, 06:16 PM
Replies: 66
Views: 7,281
Posted By Hokiedad4

Lanolin comes from wool. You know, sheep hair. No...

Lanolin comes from wool. You know, sheep hair. No sheep is harmed in the shearing of its wool.
Forum: Electronics, Lighting, & Gadgets
06-07-20, 02:46 PM
Replies: 14
Views: 1,307
Posted By Hokiedad4

I just bought my daughter a $200 (there was a $30...

I just bought my daughter a $200 (there was a $30 discount) Wahoo Elemnt Bolt. She's not a hard core cyclist but just wanted to track rides more easily and also load routes. The Wahoo line are well...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
05-25-20, 05:26 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 705
Posted By Hokiedad4

I have a Giant booster tank and have found...

I have a Giant booster tank and have found 120-140 psi to be plenty to seat a tire. On the Giant booster, the open valve is on the end of the tank near where the host is connected.
Forum: Advocacy & Safety
03-01-20, 07:10 AM
Replies: 29
Views: 3,671
Posted By Hokiedad4

It's impossible to separate data from...

It's impossible to separate data from confirmation bias, but pickup trucks always seem to be in the biggest hurry in my experience.
Forum: Advocacy & Safety
02-12-20, 05:21 PM
Replies: 19
Views: 2,053
Posted By Hokiedad4

It's only 95% of New Jerseyans who make the other...

It's only 95% of New Jerseyans who make the other 5% look bad.

Of course, that's easy for me to say, when I'm primarily riding along wide, off-the-beaten-path suburban roads.
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
02-08-20, 07:42 AM
Replies: 59
Views: 4,106
Posted By Hokiedad4

I didn't take up cycling seriously until my...

I didn't take up cycling seriously until my younger child went off to college. Yes, it's tough.
Forum: Forum Suggestions & User Assistance
12-08-19, 06:13 AM
Replies: 32
Views: 3,141
Posted By Hokiedad4

Remove This From Your Refrigerator Immediately (use UNSUB link on the email)

Is anyone else being sent links to crap pseudo-science videos on protein? Is this endorsed by Bike Forums? I'm not even going to post the link, but trust me, it's too idiotic for anyone to believe.
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
11-10-19, 05:44 PM
Replies: 52
Views: 7,476
Posted By Hokiedad4

The Wahoo will give you turn by turn directions,...

The Wahoo will give you turn by turn directions, which the phone can't do without a paid subscription. And the Wahoo battery lasts 17 hours. Don't try that with your phone.

Any Wahoo user will...
Forum: Advocacy & Safety
08-08-19, 04:54 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 2,663
Posted By Hokiedad4

Insufficient data to draw their conclusions. What...

Insufficient data to draw their conclusions. What you need to do is perform an ANOVA of all passing distances and determine if there's a statistically significant difference, regardless of whether...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
07-26-19, 01:10 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 893
Posted By Hokiedad4

I have one and I like it a lot. Very comfortable...

I have one and I like it a lot. Very comfortable on my upper arm and the accuracy is good enough. I have found it gets flaky when it's really hot and I'm sweating a lot. I haven't done any real long...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
07-26-19, 01:04 PM
Replies: 14
Views: 2,243
Posted By Hokiedad4

Have you had a bike fit? A good bike fitter can...

Have you had a bike fit? A good bike fitter can identify problem areas with position and such.
Forum: Advocacy & Safety
06-16-19, 04:48 AM
Replies: 79
Views: 14,074
Posted By Hokiedad4

I ride through shore towns along the beach and...

I ride through shore towns along the beach and see a LOT of people riding bikes on the wrong side of the road, on the sidewalk, on the boardwalk, and every which way. It's fruitless to stop and talk...
Forum: Advocacy & Safety
06-13-19, 01:32 PM
Replies: 31
Views: 5,777
Posted By Hokiedad4

I used to go out on rides without telling anyone...

I used to go out on rides without telling anyone where I was going, but have been haunted by stories of people who got in serious trouble that way. So I've gotten in the habit of telling someone...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
06-13-19, 01:27 PM
Replies: 170
Views: 23,741
Posted By Hokiedad4

And not enough bikes.

And not enough bikes.
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
06-10-19, 05:27 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 1,396
Posted By Hokiedad4

I use Simple Green in my chain washing gadget....

I use Simple Green in my chain washing gadget. But I've found that if I'm washing my bike, a soapy rag does wonders degreasing a chain.
Forum: Electronics, Lighting, & Gadgets
06-01-19, 05:09 AM
Replies: 1
Views: 2,655
Posted By Hokiedad4

That didn't take long.

That didn't take long.
Forum: Classic & Vintage
06-01-19, 04:54 AM
Replies: 32
Views: 5,559
Posted By Hokiedad4

Wow, that could have gone a LOT worse. And a...

Wow, that could have gone a LOT worse. And a pretty slow crash, too.
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
05-31-19, 08:20 AM
Replies: 27
Views: 2,437
Posted By Hokiedad4

Another vote for MTB shorts with padded...

Another vote for MTB shorts with padded undershorts. Done thousands of miles with this combination.

For some reason, probably my weight, the padding on regular road bike shorts doesn't adequately...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
05-25-19, 04:37 AM
Replies: 44
Views: 3,768
Posted By Hokiedad4

Who knew peloton and platoon had similar...

Who knew peloton and platoon had similar etymology?
Forum: Advocacy & Safety
05-18-19, 06:03 PM
Replies: 101
Views: 14,497
Posted By Hokiedad4

I avoid MUPs. But in the rare occasion that I use...

I avoid MUPs. But in the rare occasion that I use an MUP, a bike bell does wonders.
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
05-18-19, 05:46 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 892
Posted By Hokiedad4

You can do this using Strava...

You can do this using Strava (https://support.strava.com/hc/en-us/articles/221258108-Merge-or-combine-activities).
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
05-10-19, 05:02 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 675
Posted By Hokiedad4

I did not know him nor have I visited his shop,...

I did not know him nor have I visited his shop, but Marty was very well known among the NJ cycling community. RIP.
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
04-06-19, 06:57 AM
Replies: 27
Views: 2,572
Posted By Hokiedad4

I have a wireless Cateye (~$40) on my flatbar...

I have a wireless Cateye (~$40) on my flatbar bike. It shows speed, time and distance on the main screen. It also records the maximum speed for a ride. Combined with Strava on your phone, it's a...
Forum: Electronics, Lighting, & Gadgets
04-05-19, 07:03 AM
Replies: 5
Views: 10,638
Posted By Hokiedad4

Wahoo Elemnt distance and climbing accuracy issues

My Wahoo Elemnt has performed brilliantly but I have minor accuracy issues with respect to distance and elevation. My rides consistently show more mileage than other riders or the route. Not by much,...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
03-28-19, 05:49 AM
Replies: 13
Views: 1,268
Posted By Hokiedad4

That'll keep the riffraff out of the city! Not...

That'll keep the riffraff out of the city! Not sure if the local businesses are in favor.
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
02-26-19, 06:03 PM
Replies: 127
Views: 14,005
Posted By Hokiedad4

They'll collect $10 per bike and it will cost...

They'll collect $10 per bike and it will cost $15/bike to administer the program.
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
02-18-19, 04:08 PM
Replies: 23
Views: 3,541
Posted By Hokiedad4

For SOLID, I don't think you can do better than a...

For SOLID, I don't think you can do better than a hitch rack, but of course that entails the expense of buying and possibly paying someone to install the hitch. I wanted something that I could throw...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
02-16-19, 02:10 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 2,043
Posted By Hokiedad4

Their hearts (and AEDs) are in the right place,...

Their hearts (and AEDs) are in the right place, although I personally have never been in a situation where anyone needed first aid, much less heart resuscitation.
Forum: Advocacy & Safety
02-10-19, 02:32 PM
Replies: 84
Views: 10,015
Posted By Hokiedad4

No ill intent, just poorly written, so a...

No ill intent, just poorly written, so a clarification was in order.

I find it ironic that you are willing to give others the benefit of the doubt.
Forum: Indoor & Stationary Cycling Forum
02-10-19, 02:24 PM
Replies: 40
Views: 3,699
Posted By Hokiedad4

If you wanted to spin without all the extras,...

If you wanted to spin without all the extras, there are less expensive, better quality spin cycles than Peloton, which are really on the cheap end of the spin bike quality spectrum.
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
02-10-19, 02:19 PM
Replies: 14
Views: 2,289
Posted By Hokiedad4

Yes, the frame and lenses are much more...

Yes, the frame and lenses are much more specialized. They can't just grind the lenses like they do with regular glasses. Go to any optometrist and ask to see the prices on their sporty prescription...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
02-10-19, 02:17 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 2,043
Posted By Hokiedad4

Three years seems like great advice...for the...

Three years seems like great advice...for the helmet marketing team. Here's a good link (https://helmets.org/replace.htm) where they suggest that older helmets are only inadequate insofar as the...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
02-10-19, 02:11 PM
Replies: 14
Views: 2,289
Posted By Hokiedad4

That's three things. Cheap. Prescription. Sports....

That's three things. Cheap. Prescription. Sports. You can have any two.
Forum: Advocacy & Safety
02-09-19, 01:26 PM
Replies: 84
Views: 10,015
Posted By Hokiedad4

Most of our local undocumented aliens ride on the...

Most of our local undocumented aliens ride on the wrong side of the road on their way to work (drivers licenses for non-residents not legal in NJ). If I pass one, I simply say "wrong side of the...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
01-12-19, 05:57 AM
Replies: 78
Views: 7,492
Posted By Hokiedad4

You can run tubeless with lower pressures without...

You can run tubeless with lower pressures without risk of pinch flats. I run my tubeless at 60 psi. More comfortable and efficient.
Forum: Electronics, Lighting, & Gadgets
01-01-19, 08:13 AM
Replies: 40
Views: 21,544
Posted By Hokiedad4

Any thoughts on chest vs arm band heart rate monitor

I'm shopping for an HRM. I'd prefer an arm band-type for comfort and convenience but many articles indicate the chest worn ones are better. I'm wondering if anyone has thoughts, especially someone...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
12-29-18, 07:03 AM
Replies: 24
Views: 2,300
Posted By Hokiedad4

If you've never ridden a spin bike, you should...

If you've never ridden a spin bike, you should find a local gym or spin studio and try a few classes to get accustomed to the cadence and intensity you can handle in a 45-60 minute class. I really...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
12-24-18, 05:47 AM
Replies: 65
Views: 11,575
Posted By Hokiedad4

White Lightning Clean Ride -- How to apply?

This chain lube comes highly recommended both here and on Amazon, but I'm finding it a royal pain to use. I shake it well but as soon as I start to apply, the tip clogs and I have to shake again.
...
Forum: Advocacy & Safety
12-23-18, 06:27 AM
Replies: 12
Views: 1,958
Posted By Hokiedad4

"Stupid things I've seen drivers do" would be the...

"Stupid things I've seen drivers do" would be the title of a long book. A very long book.
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
12-03-18, 05:54 PM
Replies: 21
Views: 1,135
Posted By Hokiedad4

Wahoo Elemnt. Battery lasts about 17 hours. Super...

Wahoo Elemnt. Battery lasts about 17 hours. Super reliable and easy to use. Mine has never dropped or messed up a ride.
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
11-11-18, 06:17 AM
Replies: 31
Views: 2,502
Posted By Hokiedad4

My thoughts are that you're overthinking it. For...

My thoughts are that you're overthinking it. For those who can't get outside due to weather, spinning is a great alternative, but no one is impressed by their numbers.

I've been trying to figure...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
11-11-18, 06:12 AM
Replies: 53
Views: 10,561
Posted By Hokiedad4

Like most things, the answer is, It depends....

Like most things, the answer is, It depends. Under most conditions and on most road bikes, 28-mm tires will have less rolling resistance than 35-mm.

I think there's more debate in this forum...
Forum: Advocacy & Safety
11-11-18, 06:04 AM
Replies: 39
Views: 8,461
Posted By Hokiedad4

Organ donor.

Organ donor.
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
10-13-18, 07:48 AM
Replies: 2
Views: 509
Posted By Hokiedad4

Sweet ride.

Sweet ride.
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