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Forum: Commuting
07-22-09, 11:43 PM
Replies: 15,695
Views: 12,384,475
Posted By slloth

Not bad for a $5 garage sale bike (Royce Union). ...

Not bad for a $5 garage sale bike (Royce Union). I'm thinking about doing some long tours after I get cranks and wheels.http://i129.photobucket.com/albums/p214/slllloth/CopyofIMG_0944.jpg
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Forum: Commuting
07-22-09, 11:35 PM
Replies: 54
Views: 2,666
Posted By slloth

Sad video. I feel bad for that guy from what I...

Sad video. I feel bad for that guy from what I see. That biker looked pretty skinny. The only thing that could make the video good is if a big cop walked up and tasered him or choke slammed him. ...
Forum: Commuting
07-21-09, 09:33 PM
Replies: 47
Views: 2,025
Posted By slloth

I want 20 seconds of my life back! I was waiting...

I want 20 seconds of my life back! I was waiting for something and it never came. Those guys where probably on their way back from pizza and beer! Probably too much beer! :D
Forum: Commuting
07-21-09, 09:31 PM
Replies: 48
Views: 2,745
Posted By slloth

I'm sorry to hear of the crash but am happy you...

I'm sorry to hear of the crash but am happy you are alive and in one piece! I assume you typed the post with one hand. If it makes you feel any better Lance Armstrong has crashed more times than he...
Forum: Commuting
07-21-09, 09:01 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 723
Posted By slloth

Great story. I totally can relate to all the...

Great story. I totally can relate to all the "road rage" stories. I am a pretty laid back guy. I'm an extremely relaxed driver and almost never lose my cool. On my bike I get ticked off really...
Forum: Commuting
07-21-09, 08:50 PM
Replies: 26
Views: 2,128
Posted By slloth

I was actually thinking about this subject the...

I was actually thinking about this subject the other day after watching a video on bike theft. I wonder why more sting operations arn't set up in these high bike theft areas? Is that entrapment? I...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
07-16-09, 11:21 PM
Replies: 45
Views: 93,248
Posted By slloth

I have a Royce Union that I know nothing about. ...

I have a Royce Union that I know nothing about. It seems to be well built and sturdy so I ride it. Plus it looks cool.
Forum: Commuting
04-01-09, 11:28 PM
Replies: 19
Views: 749
Posted By slloth

Yes sometimes I do very physical work in my 9...

Yes sometimes I do very physical work in my 9 hour shift. And then I ride home at a pretty good pace. A non cyclist would not be able to keep up and still be comfortable.


The type of bike is...
Forum: Commuting
03-31-09, 07:09 AM
Replies: 19
Views: 749
Posted By slloth

Thanks for the positive feedback. My commute is...

Thanks for the positive feedback. My commute is only 9 miles round trip but I always ride aggressive. Maybe I will just take it easy this morning.
Forum: Commuting
03-30-09, 10:32 PM
Replies: 31,391
Views: 1,283,661
Posted By slloth

Was almost hit today. I was going through an...

Was almost hit today. I was going through an intersection where I had a green light and the person turning in to my lane with a red light almost hit me. She didn't even stop at the red light she...
Forum: Commuting
03-30-09, 10:28 PM
Replies: 82
Views: 3,435
Posted By slloth

That is amazing. My commute is 4.6 miles and...

That is amazing. My commute is 4.6 miles and takes me 15 minutes by bike and maybe 6-7 minutes by car.
Forum: Commuting
03-30-09, 10:26 PM
Replies: 19
Views: 749
Posted By slloth

Thinking about driving tommorow.

Haven't drove to work since August. I was going to try to do a whole year but am now seriously considering driving once in a while to save energy for my after work life. When I have a physically...
Forum: Commuting
03-20-09, 06:33 PM
Replies: 112
Views: 5,036
Posted By slloth

I can not think of a good argument for not...

I can not think of a good argument for not wearing a helmet.
Forum: Commuting
03-19-09, 10:39 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 571
Posted By slloth

what is friction tape used for? That sounds cool.

what is friction tape used for? That sounds cool.
Forum: Commuting
03-19-09, 09:45 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 571
Posted By slloth

New bar tape

I'm on a budget right now (read poor) so I bought some $3 hockey tape to put on this bike I pulled out of the dumps. The wheels where not from the dumps!
...
Forum: Singlespeed & Fixed Gear
03-09-09, 07:06 AM
Replies: 125
Views: 11,844
Posted By slloth

From what I've gathered a lot of the "fixed gear"...

From what I've gathered a lot of the "fixed gear" style has been filtered down from various entities. I would say a mixture of messengers and pro racers have influenced the scene. I think it's...
Forum: Commuting
03-03-09, 08:04 PM
Replies: 102
Views: 5,989
Posted By slloth

If it becomes a repeat occurrence I would take a...

If it becomes a repeat occurrence I would take a stand. Whatever that may be. Talking to your boss about the situation, parking your bike somewhere more secure or visible.

I wouldn't leave my...
Forum: Commuting
03-03-09, 07:43 PM
Replies: 213
Views: 10,556
Posted By slloth

I don't do it for money. I enjoy riding my bike....

I don't do it for money. I enjoy riding my bike. I also like to eat.

But to answer the question if I don't put excessive amounts of money in to bikes my commute saves me at least $100 a...
Forum: Commuting
03-03-09, 07:30 PM
Replies: 31,391
Views: 1,283,661
Posted By slloth

Started hailing about a 1/2 a mile in to my...

Started hailing about a 1/2 a mile in to my commute. Fun.


(I wasn't worried about my wet pants, wet shoes, soaked socks, IPOD, or myself. I was worried about my blackberry!)
Forum: Commuting
03-02-09, 09:41 AM
Replies: 31,391
Views: 1,283,661
Posted By slloth

I listened to live sirius on my commute via my...

I listened to live sirius on my commute via my blackberry. Pretty awesome! I'm ready for some touring now. Its harder to pedal when your laughing at the stern show!
Forum: Commuting
02-25-09, 09:27 PM
Replies: 16
Views: 1,041
Posted By slloth

I have found that riding my bike also helps me...

I have found that riding my bike also helps me with my depression and Anxiety. I hope you can find a way to get pedaling again. I have one of those trainer things that you put your rear wheel on...
Forum: Commuting
02-24-09, 03:34 PM
Replies: 31,391
Views: 1,283,661
Posted By slloth

Pretty good commute. When I got to work I got a...

Pretty good commute. When I got to work I got a call from my Wife asking me to come home to watch my sick little one. So I rode right back home. First time for that. It was different. My body...
Forum: Commuting
02-14-09, 07:28 PM
Replies: 16
Views: 1,550
Posted By slloth

x2 Except I think I have too much space. ...

x2

Except I think I have too much space. It's amazing how much stuff piles up when you live in the sticks.
Forum: Commuting
02-14-09, 07:26 PM
Replies: 67
Views: 4,885
Posted By slloth

For on road use I would suggest you buy the...

For on road use I would suggest you buy the smallest road tires that will work on your rims. Just go to a good local bike shop and they will hook you up. Unless you riding in snow or off road off...
Forum: Commuting
02-13-09, 09:39 PM
Replies: 118
Views: 59,940
Posted By slloth

There is no "commuter" bars. There is no...

There is no "commuter" bars. There is no "commuter" pedals. There is no "commuter" frame.

Everyone is going to have their own opinion on what is best. Sometimes it's just trial and error.

I...
Forum: Northern California
02-13-09, 10:12 AM
Replies: 15
Views: 963
Posted By slloth

Or a pump and a tube. Especially if it's raining...

Or a pump and a tube. Especially if it's raining you don't want to be messing with patches.
Forum: Singlespeed & Fixed Gear
02-12-09, 10:17 PM
Replies: 30
Views: 5,716
Posted By slloth

I voted bull horns but meant drop bars. For long...

I voted bull horns but meant drop bars. For long rides drop bars all the way for me. I like the variety of hand positions. If I'm on a long ride bar spins aren't a concern!
Forum: Singlespeed & Fixed Gear
02-09-09, 11:41 PM
Replies: 52
Views: 3,828
Posted By slloth

Every time I go to the dumps I see vintage road...

Every time I go to the dumps I see vintage road frames in the metal recycling pile. I think I'd rather see one spray painted and converted to fixed gear rather than be melted.
Forum: Singlespeed & Fixed Gear
02-08-09, 03:29 PM
Replies: 58
Views: 3,946
Posted By slloth

I've found using your front foot by pulling up on...

I've found using your front foot by pulling up on the cage is just as important as pushing down with the back foot. It's all in that and weight transfer. If you have been riding fixed for two years...
Forum: Singlespeed & Fixed Gear
02-08-09, 03:19 PM
Replies: 63
Views: 3,170
Posted By slloth

Post a link to one of your videos so we can...

Post a link to one of your videos so we can compare.

But no to answer your question. There are no rules to riding a fixed gear. It is an ever evolving sport. There are currently fixed gear...
Forum: Commuting
02-03-09, 11:53 PM
Replies: 16
Views: 823
Posted By slloth

I like the guys bike and the girl!

I like the guys bike and the girl!
Forum: Commuting
02-03-09, 11:48 PM
Replies: 17
Views: 997
Posted By slloth

Get to know the people in your neighborhood! ...

Get to know the people in your neighborhood! Especially the authorities. It will be to your advantage in the end.
Forum: Commuting
02-03-09, 11:45 PM
Replies: 262
Views: 27,087
Posted By slloth

I'm not trying to decide why Surly's are so...

I'm not trying to decide why Surly's are so special I'm trying to decide which Surly I want!

I would like a SR, LHT, and a CC!
Forum: Commuting
02-03-09, 11:43 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 628
Posted By slloth

I don't know much about road bikes but from my...

I don't know much about road bikes but from my layman's perspective it seems a little high. 12 speed? Suntour? 27" wheels? IDK

Maybe it's a good deal. Not my thing though.
Forum: Commuting
02-02-09, 10:49 PM
Replies: 18
Views: 1,547
Posted By slloth

I have a Marin Bolinas Ridge as well! It is not...

I have a Marin Bolinas Ridge as well! It is not my commuter though. It came with shocks and I do not like shocks on the road so I just use it for Mtn. Biking.
Forum: Commuting
02-02-09, 10:47 PM
Replies: 68
Views: 3,594
Posted By slloth

I had to open this thread because I was wondering...

I had to open this thread because I was wondering the same thing. The helmet I have is a Bell! Not sure what model it is or if it is a "commuter" helmet. I know I've had it for a few years and I...
Forum: Commuting
02-02-09, 10:44 PM
Replies: 223
Views: 10,318
Posted By slloth

Where the hell does the OP live? I wouldn't...

Where the hell does the OP live? I wouldn't suggest a gun. If you get in to a confrontation and the person takes the gun from you they might shoot you with it. I'd rather get beat up than shot.
Forum: Touring
02-02-09, 10:34 PM
Replies: 24
Views: 1,826
Posted By slloth

American brand or a frame actually mad in...

American brand or a frame actually mad in America? I don't think that list would be too long.
Forum: Touring
02-02-09, 10:28 PM
Replies: 23
Views: 2,129
Posted By slloth

AngriSaki=Eccentric That's a compliment ...

AngriSaki=Eccentric

That's a compliment

JP is a classic. I love the score as well. Would probably be great to listen to on a ride.
Forum: Touring
02-02-09, 10:16 PM
Replies: 68
Views: 4,089
Posted By slloth

If someone is going to pay for the bike at the...

If someone is going to pay for the bike at the price they are asking then the bike is worth that much to the person buying. They are selling bikes to make money. You don't get a discount on the...
Forum: Commuting
02-01-09, 12:17 AM
Replies: 20
Views: 1,151
Posted By slloth

Been watching too many Joey videos? :D

Been watching too many Joey videos? :D
Forum: Commuting
02-01-09, 12:14 AM
Replies: 53
Views: 3,358
Posted By slloth

I have a feeling that most drivers are probably...

I have a feeling that most drivers are probably more intimidated by you. I wouldn't suggest starting confrontations but I wouldn't worry about them either.
Forum: Singlespeed & Fixed Gear
02-01-09, 12:10 AM
Replies: 221
Views: 30,274
Posted By slloth

Nice bikes!

Nice bikes!
Forum: Singlespeed & Fixed Gear
02-01-09, 12:07 AM
Replies: 7
Views: 636
Posted By slloth

What kind of frame is it?

What kind of frame is it?
Forum: Commuting
01-31-09, 09:06 PM
Replies: 49
Views: 2,335
Posted By slloth

When you get bored again try the commute with out...

When you get bored again try the commute with out your brakes! Since I use my fixed mainly for tricks I still haven't put brakes on it. Last night I bombed a couple hills. Now that is a rush!
...
Forum: Touring
01-27-09, 08:49 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 704
Posted By slloth

carry a spare link? Maybe a couple?

carry a spare link? Maybe a couple?
Forum: Commuting
01-26-09, 10:28 PM
Replies: 46
Views: 27,044
Posted By slloth

What kind of roads are you riding on? I would...

What kind of roads are you riding on? I would go with whatever you will be more comfortable with.

Some people just like to cruise, maybe sit more upright and aren't in it for the speed. Some...
Forum: Commuting
01-26-09, 09:35 PM
Replies: 352
Views: 34,279
Posted By slloth

I can't think of the strangest thing but I have...

I can't think of the strangest thing but I have seen a woman jogging, by herself, in the dark.

To me that's a bit strange. Not very smart. :(
Forum: Commuting
01-25-09, 07:55 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 605
Posted By slloth

I was always to afraid to ride on the road with...

I was always to afraid to ride on the road with my son in the trailer. I'm glad to hear everything is good.
Forum: Commuting
01-24-09, 10:47 PM
Replies: 61
Views: 2,434
Posted By slloth

Started about May 20 2008. I have driven about 5...

Started about May 20 2008. I have driven about 5 times since then and haven't driven to work since August. I hope to make it to August this year with out driving. One year with out driving will be...
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