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Forum: Classic & Vintage
06-22-16, 10:34 AM
Replies: 52
Views: 11,160
Posted By Steve A

Real Age of a Kokusai

Our Kokusai is S/N 154549. It's got stem shifters, but is otherwise quite similar to yours. How did you come up with "1972" for yours? I suspect my wife got hers around the time she graduated HS in...
Forum: Texas
05-26-12, 08:57 AM
Replies: 42
Views: 3,283
Posted By Steve A

Dallas is like a lot of places - there are...

Dallas is like a lot of places - there are wonderful places to ride for those that look. In and out of town. It isn't super hilly and mostly there is a good grid system that makes getting places...
Forum: Classic and Vintage Bicycles: Whats it Worth? Appraisals.
01-16-12, 05:32 AM
Replies: 20
Views: 10,813
Posted By Steve A

The reason I chose the CDM over the Peugeot when...

The reason I chose the CDM over the Peugeot when I bought it was that I couldn't quite afford the Peugeot UO8 and the CDM was almost identical other than the brand name. I have no idea about any...
Forum: Classic and Vintage Bicycles: Whats it Worth? Appraisals.
01-09-12, 04:30 AM
Replies: 20
Views: 10,813
Posted By Steve A

The badges are identical, except mine never had a...

The badges are identical, except mine never had a "Tour de France" sticker on the top tube. They had a "never ridden" C D M for sale on eBay a year or so back. OE on the bike was Mafac Racer brakes,...
Forum: Classic and Vintage Bicycles: Whats it Worth? Appraisals.
01-04-12, 10:12 PM
Replies: 20
Views: 10,813
Posted By Steve A

I have had a Champion du Monde since new in 1972....

I have had a Champion du Monde since new in 1972. They were made in Mulsanne. I replaced my original cottered crank with a TA and, about five years ago, with a Japanese one.
Forum: Singlespeed & Fixed Gear
01-04-12, 10:01 PM
Replies: 40
Views: 1,827
Posted By Steve A

I bought a new Champion Du Monde new in 1972. I...

I bought a new Champion Du Monde new in 1972. I still have it. It is no relation to any Peugeot, though it was similarly equipped to the UO8.
Forum: Vehicular Cycling (VC)
10-22-11, 04:52 PM
Replies: 87
Views: 9,157
Posted By Steve A

I saw the video and heard the sworn testimony...

I saw the video and heard the sworn testimony about what Reed was doing that day. I do not think Bekologist saw or heard either. I do not know if he has attempted to obtain a transcript. I'll take...
Forum: Vehicular Cycling (VC)
02-21-11, 05:49 AM
Replies: 87
Views: 9,157
Posted By Steve A

Anything about the judge's motivation wrt the...

Anything about the judge's motivation wrt the jury trial is purely speculation. All I know is that nobody I know that spoke to Reed about the trial beforehand suggested a jury was anything other than...
Forum: Vehicular Cycling (VC)
09-20-10, 02:08 PM
Replies: 87
Views: 9,157
Posted By Steve A

Wink Reed was not riding as Bekologist described,...

Reed was not riding as Bekologist described, either according to the sworn testimony, the assertions of the prosecutor, or the video shown at trial. The posted maximum speed limit where he was cited...
Forum: Advocacy & Safety
08-22-10, 05:55 PM
Replies: 663
Views: 28,136
Posted By Steve A

KD5NRH is correct - it is very easy to pass...

KD5NRH is correct - it is very easy to pass cyclists, but he omits one critical aspect. Few motorists in Texas have EVER had to pass cyclists via a lane change. I had to really search to find any for...
Forum: Advocacy & Safety
08-22-10, 05:50 PM
Replies: 663
Views: 28,136
Posted By Steve A

Bail was originally set at $5000. When Reed's...

Bail was originally set at $5000. When Reed's boss and I went to the bail bond place, we were told it had been reduced to $300. Apparently that small modification in bail was not mentioned to Reed or...
Forum: Advocacy & Safety
08-22-10, 05:42 PM
Replies: 663
Views: 28,136
Posted By Steve A

Actually, on the typical Texas road with a 65mph...

Actually, on the typical Texas road with a 65mph posted limit, you'll sight the cyclist about a mile off unless visibility is poor or it is dark out. That will seem like a very LONG time once you...
Forum: Commuting
08-22-10, 05:33 PM
Replies: 106
Views: 7,039
Posted By Steve A

I'm not eligible to be a Texas cyclist. To be...

I'm not eligible to be a Texas cyclist. To be FROM Texas, you must be eligible to join the Sons or Daughters of the Conferacy. I was born in Seattle, which means I'm a Yankee, despite the fact that...
Forum: Advocacy & Safety
08-21-10, 03:16 PM
Replies: 663
Views: 28,136
Posted By Steve A

I rechecked my blog, I did find one item that...

I rechecked my blog, I did find one item that might have prompted Bekologist's statement. In an update to the post at:
http://dfwptp.blogspot.com/2009/07/people-verus-bates.html
I stated "In all...
Forum: Commuting
08-21-10, 02:55 PM
Replies: 106
Views: 7,039
Posted By Steve A

The defense was not that everyone should ride in...

The defense was not that everyone should ride in the traffic lane. The defense was that he was riding where he was explicitly permitted to ride by Texas law and that he had reason to believe it was...
Forum: Commuting
08-21-10, 02:47 PM
Replies: 106
Views: 7,039
Posted By Steve A

I've been honked at by people going in the...

I've been honked at by people going in the OPPOSITE direction! Some motorists see red at the sight of anyone on a bicycle that is over about the age of 10 and on the sidewalk. Ennis has a culture...
Forum: Advocacy & Safety
08-21-10, 02:40 PM
Replies: 663
Views: 28,136
Posted By Steve A

OK, now we're getting somewhere. Going point by...

OK, now we're getting somewhere. Going point by point:

I can't recall ever claiming in my blog that Chipseal admitted or claimed riding near the left edge of the lane or the left tire track in...
Forum: Advocacy & Safety
08-21-10, 02:28 PM
Replies: 663
Views: 28,136
Posted By Steve A

The judge in the Reckless Driving case gave Reed...

The judge in the Reckless Driving case gave Reed credit for 18 days served in jail. He would have spent more, but bail was raised.

The assessment of 287 is fairly accurate in the area Reed was...
Forum: Vehicular Cycling (VC)
08-21-10, 02:17 PM
Replies: 87
Views: 9,157
Posted By Steve A

According to Reed, and entirely consistent with...

According to Reed, and entirely consistent with the testimony of the Deputy, the Deputy responded to the 911 call and did not even cite Reed for anything. THEN he told Reed to stay on the shoulder or...
Forum: Vehicular Cycling (VC)
08-21-10, 02:11 PM
Replies: 87
Views: 9,157
Posted By Steve A

The defense's assertion was that Reed was...

The defense's assertion was that Reed was operating strictly in conformance with the Texas bicycle operation statutes. The highlight of the defense lawyer's closing statement in the Reckless Driving...
Forum: Advocacy & Safety
08-21-10, 01:59 PM
Replies: 663
Views: 28,136
Posted By Steve A

This is factually incorrect. Highway 287 is not a...

This is factually incorrect. Highway 287 is not a limited access highway or interstate at any place near where any of the events occurred. There IS cross traffic, and even driveways feeding into it....
Forum: Advocacy & Safety
08-21-10, 01:47 PM
Replies: 663
Views: 28,136
Posted By Steve A

In a post I spoke with Reed about that I made...

In a post I spoke with Reed about that I made about a shoulder I ride on, he specifically stated he thought my assessment and decision was sound and he'd probably do the same.
Forum: Advocacy & Safety
08-21-10, 01:44 PM
Replies: 663
Views: 28,136
Posted By Steve A

This information is factually incorrect. In each...

This information is factually incorrect. In each traffic stop video I personally witnessed at both trials, Bates was riding approximately in the MIDDLE of the right lane. The sole exception was in...
Forum: Advocacy & Safety
08-21-10, 01:37 PM
Replies: 663
Views: 28,136
Posted By Steve A

Bekologist wrote: "he did lose this case on...

Bekologist wrote:
"he did lose this case on appeal."

This is factually incorrect. As of this date, no appeals on any Chipseal case has been heard.
Forum: Vehicular Cycling (VC)
03-18-10, 06:35 PM
Replies: 57
Views: 3,785
Posted By Steve A

I don't know how you get roped into night court...

I don't know how you get roped into night court jury duty, but one of the jurors, upon being given dispensation to go into the hall to let his family know he'd gotten selected, was heard to note he'd...
Forum: Commuting
03-17-10, 10:41 PM
Replies: 106
Views: 7,039
Posted By Steve A

Yes, there were videos of each of the three Ennis...

Yes, there were videos of each of the three Ennis cases that ChipSeal was tried on. It was hard to make out what was going on in them other than in the final one shown to the jury, ChipSeal had...
Forum: Vehicular Cycling (VC)
03-17-10, 10:31 PM
Replies: 57
Views: 3,785
Posted By Steve A

Whew, it took a bit of time to read through this...

Whew, it took a bit of time to read through this entire thread. Mostly, the level of discussion was much higher than I feared. A few points that ought to be made, however:

dougmc writes: "To be...
Forum: Commuting
09-12-09, 10:39 PM
Replies: 26
Views: 6,011
Posted By Steve A

My Tricross is 4 minutes slower over 20 miles to...

My Tricross is 4 minutes slower over 20 miles to work compared to my Cannondale road bike. I attribute about half the difference to the tires. 28c Conti 4 Season on the Tricross. 23c Vittoria Rubino...
Forum: Road Cycling
09-12-09, 10:18 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 745
Posted By Steve A

I run Continental GP 4 Season 28c tires for my...

I run Continental GP 4 Season 28c tires for my Tricross commute. Check the Conti website - they are about the most flat resistant 28c folding tires around. So far, about 2K miles with no problems on...
Forum: Advocacy & Safety
08-05-09, 09:24 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 1,553
Posted By Steve A

In a situation like this, I do as sggoodri and...

In a situation like this, I do as sggoodri and John E do - I ride on the LEFT side of the middle lane since that's the rightmost lane that turns left. Motorists coming up behind you will understand...
Forum: Commuting
06-25-09, 08:06 PM
Replies: 154
Views: 6,588
Posted By Steve A

Is it my imagination, but do motorists get a bit...

Is it my imagination, but do motorists get a bit crabbier when the temperature gets over 100 and the air pollution alert gets to orange or red? I'd have thought it was cyclists that would have that...
Forum: Texas
06-24-09, 09:36 PM
Replies: 48
Views: 2,820
Posted By Steve A

Are you suggesting that wearing that "Hawaii"...

Are you suggesting that wearing that "Hawaii" tank top yesterday was an error that should have gotten me squished by an F350? I will have to keep that in mind and wear a "Bell Helicopter - Fly Safe"...
Forum: Texas
06-23-09, 06:36 PM
Replies: 48
Views: 2,820
Posted By Steve A

Let's see, it's been well over 1000 miles since...

Let's see, it's been well over 1000 miles since anybody honked at me, much less any of that other stuff. Lots of two lane roads without a shoulder. Lots of them with "no passing" double yellow lines....
Forum: Texas
06-21-09, 05:14 PM
Replies: 48
Views: 2,820
Posted By Steve A

Yes, that's the one I mentioned. I remembered I...

Yes, that's the one I mentioned. I remembered I read it SOMEWHERE! What really struck me was:

"Bultman said authorities gave him several options ... including assault. Instead, he opted for the...
Forum: Texas
06-21-09, 03:14 PM
Replies: 48
Views: 2,820
Posted By Steve A

Rather than argue inches or feet, can anybody...

Rather than argue inches or feet, can anybody indicate any prosecutions nationwide other than the one I mentioned and now can't find via Google? I KNOW some of you out there are search wizards!
Forum: Texas
06-21-09, 01:30 PM
Replies: 48
Views: 2,820
Posted By Steve A

Three feet is not adequate clearance if speed...

Three feet is not adequate clearance if speed differentials are large. If you think it is, see how you feel after you get passed by a motorcycle three feet away going 60mph.

Existing Texas law...
Forum: Commuting
06-21-09, 09:31 AM
Replies: 154
Views: 6,588
Posted By Steve A

bmclaughlin807...

bmclaughlin807 (http://www.bikeforums.net/member.php?u=56160) wrote "I won't EVER ride if the asphalt is melting." - Also not recommended if you smell burning rubber from the tires (some of us ride...
Forum: Texas
06-21-09, 09:02 AM
Replies: 23
Views: 1,248
Posted By Steve A

I briefly met Mr Kalhammer at the NCTOG BPAC...

I briefly met Mr Kalhammer at the NCTOG BPAC meeting last Wednesday. He seemed very nice & soft spoken. I did not get the impression that he's a fanatic of any variety. I did wonder how he'll fare in...
Forum: Texas
06-21-09, 08:57 AM
Replies: 48
Views: 2,820
Posted By Steve A

I can't honestly say I'd vote for Perry, despite...

I can't honestly say I'd vote for Perry, despite his veto, but I could not see ANYTHING the bill did that would actually HELP cyclist rights - and it definitely had possible negative interpretations....
Forum: Road Cycling
06-17-09, 11:17 AM
Replies: 5
Views: 370
Posted By Steve A

I got a Tricross 09 Expert. It's got 10 speed...

I got a Tricross 09 Expert. It's got 10 speed SRAM Rival out of the box. SRAM Rival is great - makes Shimano seem like junk. 09 Rival levers are carbon so I'm not sure you need to go all the way...
Forum: Commuting
06-17-09, 11:05 AM
Replies: 13
Views: 1,242
Posted By Steve A

I bought an 09 Tricross Expert, mainly for...

I bought an 09 Tricross Expert, mainly for commuting, back at the end of January. It's now closing in on 2K miles. The V brakes are a mixed bag. They're powerful, but adjustment is touchy and needs...
Forum: Cyclocross and Gravelbiking (Recreational)
06-17-09, 10:50 AM
Replies: 13
Views: 4,292
Posted By Steve A

So, is that carbon seatpost on the Tricross...

So, is that carbon seatpost on the Tricross another selling point for the Fuji? My Tricross seatpost makes occasional loud pops when crossing rough stuff. Sorta like a carbon aircraft component...
Forum: Cyclocross and Gravelbiking (Recreational)
06-17-09, 10:43 AM
Replies: 19
Views: 7,569
Posted By Steve A

I bought my Tricross Expert specifically to ride...

I bought my Tricross Expert specifically to ride on the road at the start of February - at least until cross season starts. Swapped out the knobbies for 28c Conti 4 Season tires, fitted lights, and...
Forum: Texas
05-24-09, 07:01 PM
Replies: 23
Views: 1,248
Posted By Steve A

So, what are the bonafides of Mr Kalhammer? I...

So, what are the bonafides of Mr Kalhammer? I couldn't find much of anything on him via an internet search. With the Dallas budget shortfalls, will he be around past summer?
Forum: Commuting
04-19-09, 03:55 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 759
Posted By Steve A

Get the best $50 bike you can get on craigslist...

Get the best $50 bike you can get on craigslist and put $50 into bulletproof street tires & adjustments. Talking about "the T" - if that's Fort Worth, don't bother with the fenders. Most times if...
Forum: Commuting
04-07-09, 09:37 PM
Replies: 344
Views: 15,453
Posted By Steve A

Riding offroad or on MUPs - wear a helmet. ...

Riding offroad or on MUPs - wear a helmet.
Riding onroad - nope.

My falls have almost invariably been when riding on a MUP - always close to the speeds where a helmet is likely to help. What's...
Forum: Commuting
04-07-09, 08:55 PM
Replies: 103
Views: 4,865
Posted By Steve A

Specialized Tricross Expert. 20.3 lb as I commute...

Specialized Tricross Expert. 20.3 lb as I commute with it (I travel light). Includes 28c tires, lights, pump & spare tube. The lock stays at work. When you're going 20 miles each way, commute time...
Forum: Commuting
04-07-09, 08:37 PM
Replies: 31
Views: 2,400
Posted By Steve A

You can probably get a Tricross Sport and maybe a...

You can probably get a Tricross Sport and maybe a Tricross Comp in your price range via eBay. It probably won't be brand new, but will be lightly used. It'll also be much more versatile than a new SS...
Forum: Texas
02-15-09, 06:08 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 711
Posted By Steve A

If it isn't too far east, Haltom Road is an...

If it isn't too far east, Haltom Road is an excellent choice. It's every bit as safe as Road Ferret suggests, but it's also pleasant to ride on and doesn't have an inordinant number of stop signs or...
Forum: Texas
02-15-09, 05:51 PM
Replies: 49
Views: 2,002
Posted By Steve A

I see three problems with the bill. Fix them and...

I see three problems with the bill. Fix them and it'd be great!

#1 - Motorcycles and Farm vehicles are motor vehicles, contrary to the bucket the bill puts them in. Give them their own bucket...
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