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Forum: For Sale
09-20-23, 03:49 PM
Replies: 0
Views: 428
Posted By ReptilesBlade

1985 Roadmaster Pro Tour $125

I always wanted one of these classic road bikes and found this one in great condition. I then spent close to $200 putting all new tires/tubes, brake pads, shifting and braking cables, new chain, and...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
12-20-22, 07:13 PM
Replies: 65
Views: 4,021
Posted By ReptilesBlade

Here is my beautiful little void boy! His name is...

Here is my beautiful little void boy! His name is Samhain!
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Forum: Training & Nutrition
11-13-22, 04:39 PM
Replies: 16
Views: 1,690
Posted By ReptilesBlade

Best foods for bicycle touring – a dummies guide

https://wobblyride.com/2022/06/16/best-foods-for-bicycle-touring-a-dummies-guide/

Just found this article and it looks pretty good. What do you think?
Forum: Hybrid Bicycles
10-09-22, 02:05 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 1,638
Posted By ReptilesBlade

Thanks for the tip. If they aren't the right size...

Thanks for the tip. If they aren't the right size for whatever reason I'll keep that in mind and replace them with the next size up. I wouldn't have know about that if you hadn't told me.
Forum: Hybrid Bicycles
10-08-22, 01:57 AM
Replies: 12
Views: 1,638
Posted By ReptilesBlade

Yeah, I'm going for inexpensive not cheap on the...

Yeah, I'm going for inexpensive not cheap on the repairs. This bike means a lot to me and I want to use quality parts because it deserves it after all the positive things it's done for me in the...
Forum: Hybrid Bicycles
10-07-22, 04:44 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 1,638
Posted By ReptilesBlade

I was going to get these tires and tubes as they...

I was going to get these tires and tubes as they seem to be the closest equivalent to the original Bontrager equipment. ...
Forum: Hybrid Bicycles
10-07-22, 04:30 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 1,638
Posted By ReptilesBlade

That's awesome and exactly what I'm thinking of...

That's awesome and exactly what I'm thinking of doing.
Forum: Hybrid Bicycles
09-06-22, 04:10 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 1,638
Posted By ReptilesBlade

I've actually found several of the parts for what...

I've actually found several of the parts for what I consider a reasonable price looking on my own since posting the OP. I have updated it accordingly.

The chain may just need nothing more than...
Forum: Hybrid Bicycles
09-05-22, 01:22 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 1,638
Posted By ReptilesBlade

Question Help me resurrect my 2006 Trek 7500 Multitrack.

I was born disabled with a terminal heart and lung condition. I bought this bike brand new in September of 2005 as a way to improve and maintain my health and truly enjoy cycling to the best of my...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
12-12-21, 01:33 AM
Replies: 18
Views: 2,455
Posted By ReptilesBlade

I just want to see if I can do it. The test would...

I just want to see if I can do it. The test would be made over a good half mile or more of open flat road. And I'll probably be riding my motorcycle gear when I do it. 90+% of the time I'll never be...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
12-12-21, 01:23 AM
Replies: 18
Views: 2,455
Posted By ReptilesBlade

Thank you all for responding thus far! I really...

Thank you all for responding thus far! I really appreciate it.

Time for an update!

I should have at least two of the three up and running by the end of Wednesday. I'm going to take them down to...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
12-08-21, 01:01 AM
Replies: 18
Views: 2,455
Posted By ReptilesBlade

Behold my stupid impulse decision at the local thrift shop!

I'm a 39 year old disabled guy (heart and lung conditions) who always loved cycling but my health got worse and I had to give it up 6 years ago. That's when as a replacement I got the motorcycle I've...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
01-15-14, 01:25 AM
Replies: 21
Views: 16,028
Posted By ReptilesBlade

Thank you all. Based upon your posts I have...

Thank you all.

Based upon your posts I have decided to skip getting this one. I thought I had found something at least usable for a price I could live with. I am looking for an inexpensive steel...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
01-15-14, 12:15 AM
Replies: 3,554
Views: 440,715
Posted By ReptilesBlade

I love this topic!

I love this topic!
Forum: Classic & Vintage
01-14-14, 08:06 PM
Replies: 21
Views: 16,028
Posted By ReptilesBlade

A lot of you were saying you wanted more pics, I...

A lot of you were saying you wanted more pics, I made a second trip back up there while running another errand and grabbed as many as I could. Sorry if the quality is not super high, they were taken...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
01-14-14, 07:28 PM
Replies: 21
Views: 16,028
Posted By ReptilesBlade

Final 3 pics. 359635359636359637

Final 3 pics.

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Forum: Classic & Vintage
01-14-14, 07:27 PM
Replies: 21
Views: 16,028
Posted By ReptilesBlade

Additional Pics ...

Additional Pics

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Forum: Classic & Vintage
01-14-14, 05:25 PM
Replies: 21
Views: 16,028
Posted By ReptilesBlade

How about this old Kent?

Hello all.

I recently discovered this Kent Grand Concor 10 speed at a local thrift store after dropping off a few things for them to have. I can find virtually no info online about this bike and...
Forum: Road Cycling
06-19-13, 05:32 PM
Replies: 63
Views: 3,172
Posted By ReptilesBlade

This is pretty much it. My reaction is "Joy!"...

This is pretty much it. My reaction is "Joy!" followed by the immediate realization that this fun can come with the price of death if I am not careful enough, which honestly only enhances the "Joy"...
Forum: Living Car Free
03-15-13, 02:40 AM
Replies: 73
Views: 3,880
Posted By ReptilesBlade

I wear walking shoes, shorts, a t-shirt and carry...

I wear walking shoes, shorts, a t-shirt and carry my hiking staff and at least 1 liter of water. I have a back pack and a messenger bag I use if I am running an errand and need to carry things. I use...
Forum: Living Car Free
12-14-12, 01:50 AM
Replies: 60
Views: 3,490
Posted By ReptilesBlade

I can do roughly 7 miles, after that I am dead. I...

I can do roughly 7 miles, after that I am dead. I can get home eventually but it takes forever. I have to stop and rest at almost every incline of any degree.

I am disabled with a severe heart and...
Forum: Living Car Free
12-14-12, 01:47 AM
Replies: 6
Views: 886
Posted By ReptilesBlade

What kind of mindset is that? Sorry, I have...

What kind of mindset is that?

Sorry, I have been away from the boards for a while.
Forum: Training & Nutrition
06-27-12, 09:18 PM
Replies: 17
Views: 1,400
Posted By ReptilesBlade

I drink no less than 3 liters per day, often 4+....

I drink no less than 3 liters per day, often 4+. I take 2 diuretics and that affects my fluid levels constantly.
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
06-27-12, 08:35 PM
Replies: 26
Views: 3,940
Posted By ReptilesBlade

So many really nice rides here! Keep posting them!

So many really nice rides here! Keep posting them!
Forum: Singlespeed & Fixed Gear
06-18-12, 12:49 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 765
Posted By ReptilesBlade

This is the first time I have seen this. I...

This is the first time I have seen this.

I do not like rap but this is pretty cool and a catchy song!
Forum: Training & Nutrition
06-18-12, 12:24 AM
Replies: 13
Views: 1,810
Posted By ReptilesBlade

This has been a very informative and helpful...

This has been a very informative and helpful topic for me.

Seriously thank everyone for all the replies.
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
06-17-12, 11:40 PM
Replies: 26
Views: 3,940
Posted By ReptilesBlade

Post pics of your primary ride.

Post pics of the bike that moves you.

Here is mine. 2006 Trek 7500 Multitrack

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Here is the one I got my wife that she loves. 2009 Gary Fisher Tarpon.

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Forum: General Cycling Discussion
06-17-12, 11:16 PM
Replies: 121
Views: 10,361
Posted By ReptilesBlade

I have always had one on my bikes. The uses far...

I have always had one on my bikes. The uses far outweigh any negative from it. Even when I got my wife her bike she demanded the kickstand as well.

They are just a good idea.
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
06-17-12, 08:25 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 631
Posted By ReptilesBlade

Ok, got them. Seat height is 33 inches and...

Ok, got them. Seat height is 33 inches and handlebar is 41 inches.

And now for another pain pill...
Forum: Forum Suggestions & User Assistance
06-17-12, 03:28 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 473
Posted By ReptilesBlade

Ok, thank you. I will probably be upgrading...

Ok, thank you.

I will probably be upgrading to the two year membership in the next month or two then.
Forum: Forum Suggestions & User Assistance
06-16-12, 01:10 AM
Replies: 3
Views: 473
Posted By ReptilesBlade

Premium Subscription Benifits?

I give up. I have spent a couple of hours looking all over the FAQs and this site searching everywhere and every thing and I cannot find out what the benefits are for a premium yellow jersey...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
06-12-12, 09:27 PM
Replies: 50
Views: 2,324
Posted By ReptilesBlade

I agree with the beer one. Light beer is just...

I agree with the beer one. Light beer is just effing disgusting! Just like the Australian joke, it literally tastes like beer flavored water. I like to call it Piss water.
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
06-11-12, 03:24 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 631
Posted By ReptilesBlade

I am working on this, but it will take awhile. I...

I am working on this, but it will take awhile. I am recovering from testicular torsion surgery and have a 5 lb weight limit. The bikes are both currently put away and not easily accessible be hind a...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
06-11-12, 02:34 PM
Replies: 50
Views: 2,324
Posted By ReptilesBlade

Personal Opinion Thread. What are you biased about?

This is just a general idea I had. I see posts some times for or against one style of bicycle or another. I am just wondering, what do you hate or love and why?

This is not meant to be a flame...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
06-11-12, 12:36 AM
Replies: 6
Views: 631
Posted By ReptilesBlade

A little help figureing out my next bike.

I am turning 30 this month and I currently ride a 2006 Trek Multitrack 7500 in the 15" size.

http://www.bikepedia.com/quickbike/BikeSpecs.aspx?Year=2006&Brand=trek&Model=7500&Type=bike

I love...
Forum: Advocacy & Safety
05-19-12, 07:18 PM
Replies: 186
Views: 8,450
Posted By ReptilesBlade

At the bolded part I would be highly tempted to...

At the bolded part I would be highly tempted to pull out a knife and explain to him that he can either stop needlessly detaining me or else I will assume he means to rob/harm me and respond...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
04-22-12, 03:10 AM
Replies: 6
Views: 807
Posted By ReptilesBlade

Oh I had no intention of buying it. I was just...

Oh I had no intention of buying it. I was just looking one night for boredom relief and saw the add and thought you all would get a kick out of it and we could all share some similar ads.
Forum: Living Car Free
04-18-12, 01:44 AM
Replies: 124
Views: 7,354
Posted By ReptilesBlade

I have a friend in Canada who does not own a car...

I have a friend in Canada who does not own a car or bicycle. He says much longer than 4 miles is tough so he tries to keep every trip no longer than that. I can do about 2 miles myself with my...
Forum: Living Car Free
04-18-12, 01:41 AM
Replies: 53
Views: 2,436
Posted By ReptilesBlade

This is all the things wrong with our country. ...

This is all the things wrong with our country.

I had a job for a few years where I had to travel 30 miles one way, roughly 45 minutes, because I could not find better closer to home and believe me...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
04-17-12, 10:52 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 807
Posted By ReptilesBlade

The Craiglist scam topic.

Post your favorite scams.

I highly doubt this bike cost $500 at any point in time.

http://kansascity.craigslist.org/bik/2900366672.html

Touring Bike - $280

Men's Touring Bike in NEW...
Forum: Living Car Free
03-31-12, 11:31 PM
Replies: 42
Views: 1,849
Posted By ReptilesBlade

That is why those people are called tools. :D

That is why those people are called tools.

:D
Forum: Living Car Free
03-08-12, 09:35 PM
Replies: 628
Views: 32,185
Posted By ReptilesBlade

Yeah, it is a free article so I thought it would...

Yeah, it is a free article so I thought it would be fine to re-post it.

I am glad you enjoyed it. I discovered it about 2 years ago and have always kept it around via bookmark.
Forum: Living Car Free
03-08-12, 02:41 AM
Replies: 628
Views: 32,185
Posted By ReptilesBlade

It is not a copyright issue if I claim the words...

It is not a copyright issue if I claim the words are from someone else and even link to the original source at the top of the post.
Forum: Living Car Free
03-07-12, 01:46 PM
Replies: 628
Views: 32,185
Posted By ReptilesBlade

And just for the record I am a Christian. ELCA...

And just for the record I am a Christian. ELCA Lutheran to be precise. My wife is UCC. I just like the druids and can relate to them on everything they stand for except the religious aspects. I can...
Forum: Living Car Free
03-07-12, 12:25 AM
Replies: 628
Views: 32,185
Posted By ReptilesBlade

I have always loved this article ...

I have always loved this article

http://aoda.org/Articles/Druidry_and_the_Future.html

Druidry and the Future
An Open Letter to the Druid Community

©2004 by John Michael Greer. All rights...
Forum: Living Car Free
03-07-12, 12:06 AM
Replies: 7
Views: 1,370
Posted By ReptilesBlade

Cool! Thanks for sharing.

Cool! Thanks for sharing.
Forum: Advocacy & Safety
03-06-12, 11:42 PM
Replies: 23
Views: 1,051
Posted By ReptilesBlade

Beat me to it. I had always hated Ford. Then...

Beat me to it.

I had always hated Ford. Then they earned my respect when they did the right thing with their money instead of the wrong thing with my tax money.
Forum: Electric Bikes
12-09-11, 01:16 PM
Replies: 18
Views: 5,282
Posted By ReptilesBlade

What do you mean a slow knock off, is it not as...

What do you mean a slow knock off, is it not as good as the Amped Bikes kit in some way?
Forum: Living Car Free
12-08-11, 09:21 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 896
Posted By ReptilesBlade

I love this topic!

I love this topic!
Forum: Living Car Free
12-02-11, 02:55 PM
Replies: 100
Views: 4,644
Posted By ReptilesBlade

You mean the bikes we call Hybrids now?

You mean the bikes we call Hybrids now?
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