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04-29-19, 09:37 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 1,204
Posted By veloiste

Here are the brakes. I'd say they definitely need...

Here are the brakes. I'd say they definitely need to be replaced.https://cimg3.ibsrv.net/gimg/bikeforums.net-vbulletin/2000x1504/img_0602_c715056d02be06ba9993adde01dfe22e44e15c62.jpg
Forum: Commuting
04-29-19, 02:41 PM
Replies: 164
Views: 17,156
Posted By veloiste

I use my phone and track all of my miles with...

I use my phone and track all of my miles with Strava. It helps me keep track of how much money I've saved, but also integrates well with fitness tracking and my smartwatch.
Forum: Commuting
04-29-19, 02:35 PM
Replies: 332
Views: 30,198
Posted By veloiste

People stopping in the bike lane when there are...

People stopping in the bike lane when there are plenty of parking spots and safer places to stop.
04-29-19, 02:19 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 1,204
Posted By veloiste

The brakes installed on the front and rear are...

The brakes installed on the front and rear are Shimano pads with a threaded post, but no metal backing. I'll post some photos of the bike and brakes as soon as I'm allowed to.



The Gatorskins...
Forum: Commuting
04-29-19, 02:16 PM
Replies: 57
Views: 12,110
Posted By veloiste

Wow, this started a great conversation. Using a...

Wow, this started a great conversation. Using a trunk bag sounds like a good idea, although I do carry a laptop on occasion, so I'd still need a pannier for that. I haven't seen a trunk bag that is...
04-28-19, 07:52 PM
Replies: 105
Views: 28,100
Posted By veloiste

I almost never ride the bus in Chicago because...

I almost never ride the bus in Chicago because they are so dang slow. Here's how you can make them faster:


Dedicated bus lanes - this prevents the bus from having to constantly exit and enter...
Forum: Introductions
04-28-19, 01:04 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 335
Posted By veloiste

Hello from Chicago

Hi everyone! I've been commuting via bike in Chicago for about 2yr now. It's much quicker than driving or taking public transit for my particular commute. The only downsides are the winter weather...
Forum: Commuting
04-28-19, 01:01 PM
Replies: 182
Views: 24,674
Posted By veloiste

The exercise, but also knowing that commuting via...

The exercise, but also knowing that commuting via bike is the fastest way to get to work. My commute is 3.5mi one way. Driving takes 15min in traffic, but the parking lot is about a 10min walk from...
Forum: Commuting
04-28-19, 12:59 PM
Replies: 57
Views: 12,110
Posted By veloiste

Backpack -> Pannier -> Trunk bag?

I've been commuting with a backpack for over a year, but I just recently installed a rack and bought some Ortleib Back Roller classics. Holy crap! What a difference! My back is no longer sweaty and...
04-28-19, 10:46 AM
Replies: 8
Views: 1,204
Posted By veloiste

Thanks! Is that the only piece I need to buy? It...

Thanks! Is that the only piece I need to buy? It looks like some pads slide into a metal piece and some bolt in directly.

Regarding the wheel... the current tires are 25mm Gatorskins, but I do not...
04-27-19, 07:51 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 1,204
Posted By veloiste

Peugeot Versailles Brakes

Hi everyone! I've been commuting on a Peugeot Versailles for a year. The brake pads aren't worn, but they do appear to be old and brittle, so I'm wanting to replace them. Can someone recommend some...
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