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Forum: Commuting
06-16-15, 03:31 PM
Replies: 49
Views: 7,199
Posted By lunacycle

I was going to suggest getting a backpack... ...

I was going to suggest getting a backpack...

I was always a messenger bag guy, and I thought I hated backpacks, until on a whim I bought a Banjo Brothers backpack last summer, and man, what a...
Forum: Commuting
04-09-14, 11:11 AM
Replies: 1,796
Views: 100,004
Posted By lunacycle

borosen____________________________ 2234 (2352)...

borosen____________________________ 2234 (2352) [55/57]
f1xedgear (NC)_____________________ 1985 [49]
augustgarage (CA)__________________ 1883.7 (2909 total) [50/50]
gregf83...
Forum: Commuting
10-10-13, 11:50 AM
Replies: 122
Views: 11,187
Posted By lunacycle

My tool roll is an old cotton sock, which doubles...

My tool roll is an old cotton sock, which doubles as a rag.
In the sock I keep the following items for commuting:

Crank Brothers multi tool (w/ chain tool and spoke wrench)
Spare tube
Spare...
Forum: Singlespeed & Fixed Gear
10-10-13, 11:08 AM
Replies: 11
Views: 6,621
Posted By lunacycle

FYI: Competitive Cyclists charges a $99 shipping...

FYI: Competitive Cyclists charges a $99 shipping just for this bike because, as their customer service representative told me recently, it has horizontal dropouts. So for "liability" reasons, they...
Forum: Commuting
06-20-13, 12:24 PM
Replies: 19
Views: 1,303
Posted By lunacycle

What did you do to piss off your orthopedist to...

What did you do to piss off your orthopedist to the point where he/she would prescribe a figure-8 splint? From what I've read (albeit on the internet :rolleyes:), they are generally considered...
Forum: Road Cycling
06-20-13, 11:42 AM
Replies: 30
Views: 1,961
Posted By lunacycle

Based on my personal experience, I think the...

Based on my personal experience, I think the question you should be asking is what type of bike should you get, so that you can ride with her at her pace?

...or you could buy a tandem.
Forum: Road Cycling
06-18-13, 10:28 AM
Replies: 22
Views: 1,332
Posted By lunacycle

Yeah, keep riding the Velomax. I've...

Yeah, keep riding the Velomax.

I've destroyed two 24-spoke, 27mm deep rims in a manner similar to yours in the past four years. In both instances, failure occurred on the drive-side. I've since...
Forum: Road Cycling
06-14-13, 11:31 AM
Replies: 12
Views: 1,038
Posted By lunacycle

Why a 105 crankset? You can get SRAM Rival...

Why a 105 crankset? You can get SRAM Rival crankset complete with BB for $140 online. I bought a set last summer to replace my Force crankset after the pedal thread inserts busted loose (Force...
Forum: Road Cycling
06-13-13, 11:57 AM
Replies: 114
Views: 5,738
Posted By lunacycle

Gin & Tonic on the rocks, with a slice of...

Gin & Tonic on the rocks, with a slice of lemon.
Forum: Road Cycling
05-14-13, 09:27 AM
Replies: 93
Views: 5,049
Posted By lunacycle

About $150 per year for "consumables" -- chains,...

About $150 per year for "consumables" -- chains, tires, tubes, bar wrap, chain-lube, patch kits. Maybe another $125 per year (on average) for new shorts, jerseys, gloves and helmets. Add another...
Forum: Road Cycling
05-13-13, 11:44 AM
Replies: 80
Views: 10,750
Posted By lunacycle

I commute on my road bike -- a Bikes Direct...

I commute on my road bike -- a Bikes Direct aluminum-framed road bike w/ SRAM Force, and a rear clip-on fender. I do mostly fair-weather commuting, as my commute is atypically long, and I don't like...
Forum: Road Cycling
05-08-13, 08:06 AM
Replies: 145
Views: 5,955
Posted By lunacycle

Oh, and speaking of the b-word, what about...

Oh, and speaking of the b-word, what about barcons?

How does one make the leap from bar-end shifters to "barcons"?
Forum: Road Cycling
05-08-13, 08:03 AM
Replies: 145
Views: 5,955
Posted By lunacycle

Cockpit. When did a handlebar, stem and...

Cockpit.

When did a handlebar, stem and saddle combination become a cockpit?
Forum: Road Cycling
04-25-13, 10:21 AM
Replies: 58
Views: 2,928
Posted By lunacycle

This is actually what I do when riding with the...

This is actually what I do when riding with the wife, as her pace is either slow or erratic. At least I can modulate my speed without tapping the brakes all the time.
Forum: Road Cycling
04-17-13, 11:53 AM
Replies: 157
Views: 12,239
Posted By lunacycle

I placed an order with PBK on 4/01, and it just...

I placed an order with PBK on 4/01, and it just arrived today (4/17). It does seem like it took a few days longer than usual.
Forum: Advocacy & Safety
04-04-13, 12:34 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 839
Posted By lunacycle

I ride this trail for my commute. The Greenway...

I ride this trail for my commute. The Greenway is essentially a wide trench below street-level, with several bridges running over it. Originally built for freight trains, it's now been transformed...
Forum: Road Cycling
04-03-13, 04:16 PM
Replies: 157
Views: 12,239
Posted By lunacycle

FYI: The coupon code "US100" worked for an order...

FYI: The coupon code "US100" worked for an order I placed on 4/01 -- $10 off for orders over $100.
Forum: Professional Cycling For the Fans
10-12-12, 08:45 AM
Replies: 302
Views: 21,736
Posted By lunacycle

I guess we should just be thankful he chose to...

I guess we should just be thankful he chose to focus his efforts on the world of cycling. To think of him as a congressmen is frightening.

Yes, he is the biggest ass in the history of...
Forum: Professional Cycling For the Fans
10-12-12, 08:32 AM
Replies: 1,759
Views: 121,560
Posted By lunacycle

I would offer my compliments to Travis Tygart for...

I would offer my compliments to Travis Tygart for having the courage to stand up to a bully.
Forum: Road Cycling
08-30-12, 11:25 AM
Replies: 20
Views: 1,602
Posted By lunacycle

I probably have about 11,000mi +/- on my Jagwire...

I probably have about 11,000mi +/- on my Jagwire cables/housing, running 2007 SRAM Force. I have no idea how long they'll last. I guess I'll replace them when they quit shifting smoothly.
Forum: Road Cycling
08-30-12, 11:19 AM
Replies: 5
Views: 634
Posted By lunacycle

Congratulations on your new bike. I checked out...

Congratulations on your new bike. I checked out the specs on BD. It looks like a pretty good value. I'm interested to know how it rides.
Forum: Commuting
08-30-12, 11:01 AM
Replies: 13
Views: 1,162
Posted By lunacycle

I trashed the cartridge bearings in my front hub...

I trashed the cartridge bearings in my front hub riding home from work through a severe thunderstorm, with flash flooding, stranded cars, lightning, downed trees, tornado sirens going off,...
Forum: Road Cycling
08-29-12, 12:16 PM
Replies: 24
Views: 2,692
Posted By lunacycle

Sweat, dust, wind, cold, pollen, bugs, heavy...

Sweat, dust, wind, cold, pollen, bugs, heavy exertion, dehydration, smoking weed ... take your pick.
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
08-29-12, 12:05 PM
Replies: 14
Views: 1,446
Posted By lunacycle

In addition to that posted above, I have noticed...

In addition to that posted above, I have noticed that by coating the tube and inside tire with baby powder, the tube is easier to situate, and it makes future tire removal easier as well.
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
08-29-12, 11:18 AM
Replies: 11
Views: 684
Posted By lunacycle

Also, feel around the inside of the tire for bits...

Also, feel around the inside of the tire for bits of wire, or other sharp objects. Neglecting to remove those will result in multiple punctures in the same location. I use my bare fingers to do...
Forum: Road Cycling
08-27-12, 10:18 AM
Replies: 10
Views: 1,041
Posted By lunacycle

Good to know. I just tightened my integrated...

Good to know. I just tightened my integrated headset last night in this manner. I should probably double-check it.
Forum: Road Cycling
08-21-12, 10:30 AM
Replies: 48
Views: 2,293
Posted By lunacycle

+1. If you can find some of their high-end gear...

+1. If you can find some of their high-end gear on clearance, even better.
Forum: Professional Cycling For the Fans
08-21-12, 10:27 AM
Replies: 2
Views: 735
Posted By lunacycle

I imagine that he will continue to deny...

I imagine that he will continue to deny everything, exhaust his appeals, and accept the sanctions without ever admitting anything, and without his accusers' testimony ever being aired in a court of...
Forum: Professional Cycling For the Fans
07-19-12, 02:19 PM
Replies: 103
Views: 7,642
Posted By lunacycle

The poisoning scenario isn't that far-fetched. ...

The poisoning scenario isn't that far-fetched. You sometimes see riders grabbing water bottles from fans along the side of the road during climbs. Who knows what's in those bottles?
Forum: Road Cycling
07-17-12, 08:43 AM
Replies: 31
Views: 1,347
Posted By lunacycle

Had one fly into my jersey last summer. Stung me...

Had one fly into my jersey last summer. Stung me in the ribs, then moved around to my back and shoulders, and stung me two more times. Little bastard!
Forum: Road Cycling
07-17-12, 08:38 AM
Replies: 31
Views: 2,329
Posted By lunacycle

My personal favorite is the Selle San Marco...

My personal favorite is the Selle San Marco Regal: Sharp looking saddle, plush yet firm, reasonably light, under a $100 online. Of course, saddle selection is highly subjective.
Forum: Professional Cycling For the Fans
07-17-12, 08:31 AM
Replies: 71
Views: 3,609
Posted By lunacycle

I like this scenario, and I'm putting Haimar...

I like this scenario, and I'm putting Haimar Zubeldia's name in as one of the "surprise guys".
Forum: Professional Cycling For the Fans
07-10-12, 08:56 AM
Replies: 89
Views: 5,483
Posted By lunacycle

It must be a crushing blow for Armstrong. His...

It must be a crushing blow for Armstrong. His weapons are useless -- he can't bribe, bully or intimidate a district court judge.

To add insult to injury, the judge publicly humiliated him with...
Forum: Road Cycling
07-05-12, 09:46 AM
Replies: 75
Views: 5,431
Posted By lunacycle

I noticed that at about 37 km from the finish...

I noticed that at about 37 km from the finish line, I believe. I think it was a Liquigas rider trying to catch up with the peloton. Watching Nibali and his teammates weaving through the team cars...
Forum: Road Cycling
07-02-12, 12:28 PM
Replies: 154
Views: 11,222
Posted By lunacycle

A few years back I stopped on the MUP to help a...

A few years back I stopped on the MUP to help a lady fix a flat. A guy pulled up alongside us and asked if I needed any tools. I said that I was good. Then he asked if I needed a beer. Of course...
Forum: Commuting
06-29-12, 08:46 AM
Replies: 1,893
Views: 63,937
Posted By lunacycle

Cyclist (Location)____________________Commuting...

Cyclist (Location)____________________Commuting Distance (Notes)
MNBikeCommuter(MN)____________________4205 (5725)
CigTech_______________________________4003.8
silk...
Forum: Professional Cycling For the Fans
06-14-12, 03:51 PM
Replies: 382
Views: 19,610
Posted By lunacycle

+1,000,000 Folks on this forum seem really...

+1,000,000

Folks on this forum seem really concerned about their tax dollars. Billions of our tax dollars were wasted on bailing out the cheaters and liars on Wall Street, who then rewarded...
Forum: Road Cycling
05-03-12, 12:17 PM
Replies: 19
Views: 1,206
Posted By lunacycle

Superglue on the outside, tube patch on the...

Superglue on the outside, tube patch on the inside. Rear wheel use only! The tire liner will take care of the rest.

So far I've put well over 2000 miles on a similarly repaired tire (although, it...
Forum: Road Cycling
04-26-12, 12:05 PM
Replies: 56
Views: 3,305
Posted By lunacycle

I find a lot of cheap merino wool clothing at...

I find a lot of cheap merino wool clothing at Sierra Trading Post. If you subscribe to their "newsletter", they'll send you special offers for fairly big discounts on their website. The downside is...
Forum: Road Cycling
04-24-12, 12:45 PM
Replies: 19
Views: 1,218
Posted By lunacycle

They're indispensable for cyclocross racing,...

They're indispensable for cyclocross racing, where the terrain is seldom paved, and dropped chains are common.
Forum: Commuting
04-18-12, 11:57 AM
Replies: 19
Views: 1,273
Posted By lunacycle

Yes, the GP 4 Seasons are expensive. However, I...

Yes, the GP 4 Seasons are expensive. However, I got mine for something like $35 each from PBK a few years back. They were definitely worth the money.

Nothing wrong with Gatorskins. I rode to...
Forum: Road Cycling
04-18-12, 11:35 AM
Replies: 69
Views: 2,279
Posted By lunacycle

Running makes you mentally tougher, improves your...

Running makes you mentally tougher, improves your cardiovascular system, strengthens all kinds of little tendons and ligaments, and increases bone density. Whether or not it will make you faster on...
Forum: Commuting
04-18-12, 08:39 AM
Replies: 19
Views: 1,273
Posted By lunacycle

I logged over 3000 miles on a pair of Continental...

I logged over 3000 miles on a pair of Continental GP 4 Seasons a couple years back. Not only are they durable, but they provide good road feel and good traction in wet weather. I ran them until the...
Forum: Commuting
04-17-12, 12:01 PM
Replies: 1,893
Views: 63,937
Posted By lunacycle

MNBikeCommuter (MN)__________2638 (3690) ...

MNBikeCommuter (MN)__________2638 (3690)
Bored117(CA)__________________2459.0 (2969.7 total)
JeffPoulin (FR/CH)_____________ 2050 (2781 total)
silk (BC/CAN)__________________1973
buzzbee (CA)...
Forum: Road Cycling
04-13-12, 03:06 PM
Replies: 33
Views: 2,514
Posted By lunacycle

+1

+1
Forum: Road Cycling
04-13-12, 08:43 AM
Replies: 14
Views: 885
Posted By lunacycle

Road bike: Selle San Marco Rolls - Stable...

Road bike: Selle San Marco Rolls - Stable platform, firm, easy to slide around (in a good way)
Road bike: Selle San Marco Regal - Luxurious saddle (really gives a "locked in" feel)
Mountain bike:...
Forum: Road Cycling
04-12-12, 09:43 AM
Replies: 221
Views: 17,760
Posted By lunacycle

Soma polypropylene waterbottles -- the kind that...

Soma polypropylene waterbottles -- the kind that are supposedly "safe" to use. Damn thing was too stiff to squeeze, and the cap leaked from day one.

Give me the cancer-bottles any day!
Forum: Road Cycling
04-09-12, 03:38 PM
Replies: 50
Views: 3,227
Posted By lunacycle

I use Time ATAC Alium...

I use Time ATAC Alium (http://www.pricepoint.com/detail/11563-240_TIMAB9-43-Brands-208-Time-Pedals/Time-ATAC-Alium-Pedals.htm) pedals on my road bike. 40 mile round-trip commute, day-in, day-out. ...
Forum: Winter Cycling
12-07-11, 09:55 AM
Replies: 701
Views: 150,540
Posted By lunacycle

Temp 13°F, with 4°F windchill: Feet: Smartwool...

Temp 13°F, with 4°F windchill:
Feet: Smartwool heavy ski socks under Vasque Sundowner boots (Gore-tex lined)
Legs: Terramar light-weight merino wool long johns below Sporthill winter running...
Forum: Winter Cycling
12-07-11, 09:44 AM
Replies: 23
Views: 3,150
Posted By lunacycle

Check out Sierra Trading Post online. They have...

Check out Sierra Trading Post online. They have lots of merino wool underlayers, including Smartwool.
Here's a tip: get yourself on their mailing list. You'll be spammed constantly, but they...
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