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Forum: Commuting
04-07-10, 02:03 PM
Replies: 112
Views: 8,572
Posted By landstander

Pick up a dozen or so cheeseburgers after work,...

Pick up a dozen or so cheeseburgers after work, at the fast food joint of your choice. Go in early the next morning, preferably a day he's known to be arriving late, and lay an obvious trail down...
Forum: Commuting
11-06-09, 11:22 AM
Replies: 73
Views: 4,409
Posted By landstander

Employee of the month at Krispy Kreme...

Employee of the month at Krispy Kreme...
Forum: Commuting
10-09-09, 08:33 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 769
Posted By landstander

I just picked up a pair (700x28C, black...

I just picked up a pair (700x28C, black w/reflective sidewall) from my LBS the other day, but haven't had a chance to put them on the bike yet... hopefully sometime during the weekend. At first...
Forum: Commuting
10-06-09, 07:00 AM
Replies: 33
Views: 1,818
Posted By landstander

The unscented baby wipes from Costco work really...

The unscented baby wipes from Costco work really well, although they're not flushable (which may or may not matter to you).
Forum: Commuting
09-23-09, 06:32 PM
Replies: 115
Views: 6,739
Posted By landstander

"I see the morons are in bloom..."

"I see the morons are in bloom..."
Forum: Commuting
09-17-09, 12:03 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 769
Posted By landstander

Thanx for the info, ginsoakedboy. :) I'm going...

Thanx for the info, ginsoakedboy. :) I'm going to go ahead and give them a try...
Forum: Commuting
09-16-09, 08:48 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 769
Posted By landstander

Panaracer T-Serv Protex tires

Has anyone tried the new Panaracer T-Serv Protex (http://www.panaracer.com/products/urban/detail_tserv_protex.html) tires yet? I'm curious how they compare to the regular T-Serv...
Forum: Commuting
09-16-09, 02:28 PM
Replies: 40
Views: 2,287
Posted By landstander

Personally, I think this depends greatly upon the...

Personally, I think this depends greatly upon the specific light in use. I'm confident that my arrangement, at least, will be visible long before any of the reflectors come into play.
Forum: Electronics, Lighting, & Gadgets
09-16-09, 12:54 PM
Replies: 26
Views: 7,602
Posted By landstander

Interesting... I'll have to take a look at this...

Interesting... I'll have to take a look at this beastie once it becomes available next month. I was considering a Nite Ize SpokeLit (http://www.rei.com/product/774213), but the Cateye version claims...
Forum: Commuting
09-16-09, 08:13 AM
Replies: 40
Views: 2,287
Posted By landstander

Front: Cateye TL-LD500-F...

Front:


Cateye TL-LD500-F (http://www.cateye.com/en/product_detail/268) - light with integrated reflector (difficult to find in the USA... I ordered mine, along with a few spares, from a UK...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
09-14-09, 08:56 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 663
Posted By landstander

I'll second this recommendation. It has a good...

I'll second this recommendation. It has a good beam pattern (making the most of its available light), isn't particularly heavy, and is very quickly and easily removed at the end of the commute.

I...
Forum: Commuting
09-12-09, 11:53 PM
Replies: 56
Views: 4,148
Posted By landstander

I like the Topeak Hexus...

I like the Topeak Hexus (http://www.topeak.com/products/Tools/Hexus16blackW_O_Bag).
Forum: Electronics, Lighting, & Gadgets
09-10-09, 02:50 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 692
Posted By landstander

It's an interesting idea, but their website is...

It's an interesting idea, but their website is distinctly lacking in useful information... light output (lumens), beam pattern, etc. Not a good sign, IMO.

I strongly suspect that it would be of...
Forum: Electronics, Lighting, & Gadgets
08-27-09, 11:45 AM
Replies: 3
Views: 496
Posted By landstander

Not that it helps your situation any, but I...

Not that it helps your situation any, but I haven't experienced any problems with the mount for my Vega 200. Be that as it may, I'd certainly expect a bit of Loctite (blue...
Forum: Commuting
08-17-09, 03:10 PM
Replies: 32
Views: 3,953
Posted By landstander

Nice! :thumb: I was considering that one for...

Nice! :thumb: I was considering that one for awhile, but ended up going with the Vega 200 (http://www.bikelights.com/info.asp?uid=229&p=13) instead due to the integrated battery... quicker/easier...
Forum: Commuting
08-17-09, 02:43 PM
Replies: 15
Views: 1,375
Posted By landstander

Another vote for the Arkel Bug...

Another vote for the Arkel Bug (http://www.arkel-od.com/panniers/backpack/overview.asp?fl=1&site=)... we've got 2 of the beasties (red for my wife, grey for my own personal self), and the quality is...
Forum: Commuting
08-15-09, 10:39 PM
Replies: 38
Views: 17,373
Posted By landstander

Also from Urban Bike Tech...

Also from Urban Bike Tech (http://www.urbanbiketech.com/), which is where I procured my set. They were very responsive during my up-front inquiries, and shipped the set promptly once I made up my...
Forum: Electronics, Lighting, & Gadgets
08-11-09, 07:45 AM
Replies: 3
Views: 854
Posted By landstander

I just noticed last night that the manual is...

I just noticed last night that the manual is finally available for download from the L&M website. Judging by the timestamp, it appears to have been put up on 16 July... not exactly a speedy...
Forum: Electronics, Lighting, & Gadgets
04-14-09, 09:05 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 854
Posted By landstander

It's been a longer wait than I had intended, but...

It's been a longer wait than I had intended, but I'm finally back to report on the beastie after taking it on numerous excursions. My overall impression is quite positive.

Pros:


Bright,...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
03-13-09, 12:17 PM
Replies: 163
Views: 35,566
Posted By landstander

Holy zombie thread, Bikeman! :popcorn

Holy zombie thread, Bikeman! :popcorn
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
02-12-09, 03:47 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 525
Posted By landstander

I've only had to use mine once or twice over the...

I've only had to use mine once or twice over the past two years, but haven't experienced any (tool-related) problems to date. The quality seems to be quite good. :thumb:
Forum: Electronics, Lighting, & Gadgets
02-11-09, 08:33 AM
Replies: 3
Views: 854
Posted By landstander

I ordered one of the beasties from Rei on Monday,...

I ordered one of the beasties from Rei on Monday, as an upgrade to an older Vega (which will become my backup light). Probably won't receive it until sometime next week, since I opted for the most...
Forum: Commuting
12-26-08, 10:35 AM
Replies: 46
Views: 5,618
Posted By landstander

I've got one, although I've never used it while...

I've got one, although I've never used it while biking... it appears to be a rather good fit in my bottle cage, however. And as you indicated, the beastie does not leak.

Our local Costco sells...
Forum: Commuting
12-23-08, 08:58 AM
Replies: 27
Views: 1,369
Posted By landstander

I'm thinking of giving the air-activated...

I'm thinking of giving the air-activated handwarmers (http://www.costco.com/Browse/Product.aspx?Prodid=11315737&whse=BC&topnav=&browse=&lang=en-US&s=1) a try (there's a toewarmer...
Forum: Winter Cycling
12-20-08, 07:01 PM
Replies: 41
Views: 5,547
Posted By landstander

Unfortunately, neither pair was a good fit with...

Unfortunately, neither pair was a good fit with my helmet, so I ended up with the clear Mad Dog...
Forum: Winter Cycling
12-20-08, 01:44 PM
Replies: 41
Views: 5,547
Posted By landstander

I spotted a couple of clear ATV goggles recently...

I spotted a couple of clear ATV goggles recently at Cabela's, which seem like they might be of interest to some of us. Mind you, I haven't actually used either... will likely acquire one over the...
Forum: Commuting
12-18-08, 11:33 AM
Replies: 78
Views: 4,097
Posted By landstander

Personally, I think Mad TV nailed this one... Eat...

Personally, I think Mad TV nailed this one... Eat Less, Move More (http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=VKs0oEIVOck). :lol:
Forum: Commuting
10-24-08, 09:52 AM
Replies: 65
Views: 10,274
Posted By landstander

I had the same concerns, and addressed them with...

I had the same concerns, and addressed them with a Cateye TL-LD500 (http://www.cateye.com/en/product_detail/268) taillight. It's got an integrated CPSC-approved reflector, which keeps me legally...
Forum: Electronics, Lighting, & Gadgets
09-16-08, 08:04 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 649
Posted By landstander

I had a bit of freetime, and decided to give the...

I had a bit of freetime, and decided to give the beastie a quick trial run tonight. It's much brighter than I expected... there's no question about drivers being able to easily see you. :) While...
Forum: Electronics, Lighting, & Gadgets
09-16-08, 01:50 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 649
Posted By landstander

I just received several of the beasties...

I just received several of the beasties yesterday, which were ordered from cyclestore.co.uk (http://www.cyclestore.co.uk/productDetails.asp?productID=12939). They arrived after barely one week,...
Forum: Commuting
09-05-08, 12:16 PM
Replies: 25
Views: 7,119
Posted By landstander

I went ahead and asked my LBS to order a pair of...

I went ahead and asked my LBS to order a pair of the beasties (w/reflective sidewall), which should arrive sometime next week. The current set is showing their age anyway, so I guess this was a...
Forum: Commuting
09-03-08, 03:44 PM
Replies: 25
Views: 7,119
Posted By landstander

That's great news! :) I'm pretty sure it wasn't...

That's great news! :) I'm pretty sure it wasn't an option back when I purchased my current set, and didn't see any indication of it on their website this morning.

Thanx!
Forum: Commuting
09-03-08, 06:28 AM
Replies: 25
Views: 7,119
Posted By landstander

I'm very happy with mine as well (700x28c). I do...

I'm very happy with mine as well (700x28c). I do wish they had the option for reflective sidewalls, however... that's a feature I'll definitely be looking for, when the time comes to replace the...
Forum: Commuting
09-02-08, 01:56 PM
Replies: 19
Views: 1,422
Posted By landstander

My personal opinion is that the Commuter is...

My personal opinion is that the Commuter is preferable if you always/usually transport a notebook, unless (there's always a caveat ;)) the conversion to backpack is a make-or-break feature. If the...
Forum: Commuting
08-28-08, 05:55 PM
Replies: 19
Views: 1,422
Posted By landstander

Too small for the (smallest) Eagle Creek Folder,...

Too small for the (smallest) Eagle Creek Folder, or the full complement of items you planned to carry? I just checked, and the Folder fits in my Bug (purchased in 2007) without any trouble.

Now...
Forum: Commuting
08-28-08, 05:49 PM
Replies: 19
Views: 1,422
Posted By landstander

The small Eagle Creek Folder...

The small Eagle Creek Folder (http://www.eaglecreek.com/accessories/packing_folders/Pack-It-Folder-15-40153/) will definitely fit an Arkel Bug...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
08-20-08, 10:02 PM
Replies: 96
Views: 4,240
Posted By landstander

Mine was chosen because I have the uncanny...

Mine was chosen because I have the uncanny ability to stand on land. :p

Well that, plus a skit from Home Movies (http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Home_Movies_(TV_series)) which I found particularly...
Forum: Commuting
08-13-08, 07:46 PM
Replies: 46
Views: 5,618
Posted By landstander

My local Costco was selling two-packs of the...

My local Costco was selling two-packs of the stainless steel Contigo Autoseal (http://www.gocontigo.com/catalog;catalog,products,9ddb7fe1e6662d838bbee340ddad8c08.html) mugs last week for $20... dunno...
Forum: Commuting
06-09-08, 02:47 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 949
Posted By landstander

I carry a change of clothes in my pannier each...

I carry a change of clothes in my pannier each day, minus a belt and pair of dress shoes which are kept in the office. A small Eagle Creek folder...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
06-03-08, 09:28 AM
Replies: 15
Views: 1,604
Posted By landstander

I've got a Granit 54 and Granit 59... both are...

I've got a Granit 54 and Granit 59... both are excellent, IMO, although the 59 is definitely overkill for my environment. I really like having the additional length, since there's such a variety of...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
06-03-08, 09:12 AM
Replies: 24
Views: 1,055
Posted By landstander

Mine is currently sequestered in savings. I'll...

Mine is currently sequestered in savings. I'll probably spend it on brazing gear, as a followup to a recent framebuilding class at United Bicycle Institute (http://www.bikeschool.com/frame.htm)......
Forum: Commuting
04-27-08, 11:36 AM
Replies: 78
Views: 4,115
Posted By landstander

Bonus points if you're able to make it a folding...

Bonus points if you're able to make it a folding bike/boat. :p
Forum: Commuting
04-27-08, 11:29 AM
Replies: 18
Views: 6,422
Posted By landstander

I can't speak for the ones you mentioned, but the...

I can't speak for the ones you mentioned, but the Pitlock (http://urbanbiketech.com/secure_shop.html) skewers are quite good (although certainly not the cheapest option).
Forum: Commuting
04-23-08, 10:47 AM
Replies: 49
Views: 13,581
Posted By landstander

The beastie was installed about two week ago, but...

The beastie was installed about two week ago, but I've been away on a business trip and didn't have a chance to check it out until last weekend. My initial impression is rather favorable... it seems...
Forum: Commuting
03-27-08, 06:34 PM
Replies: 49
Views: 13,581
Posted By landstander

It's been ordered, and my LBS offered to trim it...

It's been ordered, and my LBS offered to trim it for me. Needless to say, I accepted... but I've got a pretty good LBS. :D

Thanx again!
Forum: Commuting
03-27-08, 02:49 PM
Replies: 49
Views: 13,581
Posted By landstander

I've decided to check with my LBS either today or...

I've decided to check with my LBS either today or tomorrow, and see if they can order the Pletscher for me. My only real concern at this point is with trimming the beastie, since it will require...
Forum: Commuting
03-25-08, 08:26 PM
Replies: 49
Views: 13,581
Posted By landstander

two-leg kickstands?

I'm considering a two-legged kickstand for my 2005 Trek 520. Does anyone have experience with this Pletscher (http://harriscyclery.net/page.cfm?PageID=49&action=details&sku=KI5000) or anything...
Forum: Commuting
03-16-08, 11:31 AM
Replies: 99
Views: 5,388
Posted By landstander

Similar, but not identical. Rolled oats are...

Similar, but not identical. Rolled oats are steamed prior to rolling, in order to soften them, which destroys some of the vitamins contained therein... they usually undergo several rounds of this...
Forum: Commuting
03-13-08, 08:11 AM
Replies: 99
Views: 5,388
Posted By landstander

Yes, I believe that's where I acquired it......

Yes, I believe that's where I acquired it... probably should've mentioned that. My version deviates a bit from the original...
Forum: Commuting
03-12-08, 06:48 PM
Replies: 99
Views: 5,388
Posted By landstander

I typically have a bowl of oatmeal, made with...

I typically have a bowl of oatmeal, made with steel-cut oats. While it's not exactly fast, the effect is much the same with the help of a mini Crock Pot and timer. I just add the ingredients...
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