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Forum: General Cycling Discussion
06-27-17, 08:20 AM
Replies: 22
Views: 1,756
Posted By Bikerdave222

Differences in hybrid and road bikes

I have been around for a while but I confess I am still ignorant of certain things. I have had mountain bikes and hybrids. I was wondering what is the difference between hybrids and road bikes? I...
Forum: Utility Cycling
06-24-17, 09:50 AM
Replies: 9
Views: 5,974
Posted By Bikerdave222

It sort of comes across as being a bit army green...

It sort of comes across as being a bit army green to me like that of WW2.
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
06-20-17, 04:02 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 754
Posted By Bikerdave222

Yes that is what I did. I found out just before...

Yes that is what I did. I found out just before you posted. I knew something had to be off so I looked at pics of derailleurs. Thanks for your advice. If I had not looked you would have set me...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
06-20-17, 04:00 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 754
Posted By Bikerdave222

Never mind. I had made a very small rookie...

Never mind. I had made a very small rookie mistake which would be hard to see. For all of you in the future who might do the same the future I connected the cable incorrectly which did throw off my...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
06-20-17, 03:11 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 754
Posted By Bikerdave222

Indexing woes!!

I seem to have a problem.

I have just recently changed all of my cables on my bike. Everything went fine except I can’ t seem to be able to index my cassette properly. If I get it working on the...
Forum: Commuting
05-16-16, 11:03 AM
Replies: 48
Views: 3,870
Posted By Bikerdave222

Im referring to the OP's hit and run. Police...

Im referring to the OP's hit and run.

Police receive few tips week after bicyclist hurt in hit-and-run | WKRN News 2...
Forum: Commuting
05-14-16, 11:51 PM
Replies: 48
Views: 3,870
Posted By Bikerdave222

I was wondering if this would hit the forum. I...

I was wondering if this would hit the forum. I live a few miles from this road. I am familiar with it and the location of the accident. I ride a road like it and this gives me chills. I know the guy...
Forum: Commuting
03-29-16, 09:17 AM
Replies: 31
Views: 2,667
Posted By Bikerdave222

I road last night which was Monday. Nearly all...

I road last night which was Monday. Nearly all the cars passed me in the far lane so I did not bother to pull off the side of the road for them. In all I pulled off to the side of the road twice. I...
Forum: Commuting
03-28-16, 08:50 AM
Replies: 31
Views: 2,667
Posted By Bikerdave222

Thanks for everyone's responses. The only other...

Thanks for everyone's responses. The only other options is another four lane road or to ride through the getto park at night while its closed. Believe me I have looked at all options.

Like I said...
Forum: Commuting
03-27-16, 08:14 PM
Replies: 31
Views: 2,667
Posted By Bikerdave222

I have a take a look mirror that I use.

I have a take a look mirror that I use.
Forum: Commuting
03-27-16, 05:09 PM
Replies: 31
Views: 2,667
Posted By Bikerdave222

I have thought of that too. My thinking is if I...

I have thought of that too. My thinking is if I am out of the road then they will not have to move out of my way which is the very thing I think a drunk guy would not do. If I am on the side of the...
Forum: Commuting
03-27-16, 05:05 PM
Replies: 75
Views: 9,940
Posted By Bikerdave222

I might need to lighten my load. Bike with all...

I might need to lighten my load. Bike with all its commuting gear is 55 lbs. Bike with water, pump and u locks is 38 lbs. Pannier with clothes and other things is 17 lbs.
Forum: Commuting
03-27-16, 03:52 PM
Replies: 31
Views: 2,667
Posted By Bikerdave222

Avoiding drunk drivers

What is your opinion about riding home from work at 11pm at night?

My work schedule is from 3 to 11pm. My commute home takes me on a four lane road with a speed limit of 45 miles per hour. My...
Forum: Commuting
03-14-16, 10:13 AM
Replies: 1,683
Views: 343,409
Posted By Bikerdave222

I have seemed to have found a lot of gloves this...

I have seemed to have found a lot of gloves this winter. I just left them there. I found it interesting that I would see one then some ways down the road I would see the other. Its like they fell off...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
02-24-16, 05:55 PM
Replies: 104
Views: 26,911
Posted By Bikerdave222

Darn!

Darn!
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
02-24-16, 04:57 AM
Replies: 104
Views: 26,911
Posted By Bikerdave222

Please tell us your secret! How do you do it...

Please tell us your secret! How do you do it without being stolen?
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
02-23-16, 01:30 AM
Replies: 122
Views: 31,836
Posted By Bikerdave222

Thanks

Thanks
Forum: Fitting Your Bike
02-16-16, 11:33 PM
Replies: 25
Views: 5,501
Posted By Bikerdave222

I have used 170 and 175 and I can tell a...

I have used 170 and 175 and I can tell a difference. I think I can tell a difference with 172.5 even. With the smaller crank I can spin better.
Forum: Advocacy & Safety
02-16-16, 08:14 PM
Replies: 25
Views: 8,300
Posted By Bikerdave222

It appears that they are back. National Bike...

It appears that they are back.

National Bike Registry - Prevent Theft: Register your bike in the NBR Database! (http://www.nationalbikeregistry.com/)
Forum: Commuting
02-16-16, 03:41 PM
Replies: 42
Views: 20,040
Posted By Bikerdave222

http://www.bikeforums.net/general-cycling-discussi...

http://www.bikeforums.net/general-cycling-discussion/887393-how-long-does-your-u-lock-last.html
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
02-16-16, 12:57 PM
Replies: 122
Views: 31,836
Posted By Bikerdave222

Where did you get this chain and lock? Where do...

Where did you get this chain and lock? Where do I get this chain and lock?
Forum: Commuting
02-13-16, 02:08 AM
Replies: 30
Views: 2,556
Posted By Bikerdave222

People have mixed feelings about bike blue book...

People have mixed feelings about bike blue book but here it is.

2004 Raleigh C 40 - New and Used Bike Value (http://www.bicyclebluebook.com/SearchListingDetail.aspx?id=3059249)
Forum: Commuting
02-13-16, 02:01 AM
Replies: 30
Views: 2,556
Posted By Bikerdave222

Bicycling Street Smarts - Table of Contents...

Bicycling Street Smarts - Table of Contents (http://www.bikexprt.com/streetsmarts/usa/index.htm)
Forum: Commuting
02-06-16, 01:28 AM
Replies: 109
Views: 9,855
Posted By Bikerdave222

I hate hills! Thats what my ride is like.502951

I hate hills! Thats what my ride is like.502951
Forum: Commuting
02-06-16, 01:17 AM
Replies: 12
Views: 1,262
Posted By Bikerdave222

I know the feeling! ...

I know the feeling!

http://www.bikeforums.net/commuting/1046189-whats-secret.html
Forum: Commuting
01-28-16, 11:53 AM
Replies: 25
Views: 2,121
Posted By Bikerdave222

Thanks. I will have to read your thread.

Thanks. I will have to read your thread.
Forum: Commuting
01-28-16, 11:52 AM
Replies: 25
Views: 2,121
Posted By Bikerdave222

Thank you! I found this very helpful. I indeed...

Thank you! I found this very helpful. I indeed keep upright by using my front tire rather than my body weight. I might have to try changing that. My tires were 26 in 2.2in tires so they were made to...
Forum: Commuting
01-24-16, 09:03 AM
Replies: 25
Views: 2,121
Posted By Bikerdave222

I have noticed that. I would slide and correct...

I have noticed that. I would slide and correct but would have to insure I did not over correct or I would fall.
Forum: Commuting
01-24-16, 09:00 AM
Replies: 25
Views: 2,121
Posted By Bikerdave222

No not fear. I tried it. The problem was the...

No not fear. I tried it. The problem was the front wheel giving way under the snow. I end up losing balance and start to fall. My pannier did not help. It was added weight on one side that seemed to...
Forum: Commuting
01-24-16, 12:23 AM
Replies: 25
Views: 2,121
Posted By Bikerdave222

Whats the secret??

As some of you know we here in Nashville got a little snow. I have been waiting for it all winter long. I have a mountain bike all rigged with studded tires just to commute to work.

The snow came,...
Forum: Commuting
01-04-16, 12:34 AM
Replies: 34
Views: 16,436
Posted By Bikerdave222

I would love to see some photos of it!

I would love to see some photos of it!
Forum: Commuting
12-28-15, 12:43 AM
Replies: 25
Views: 14,871
Posted By Bikerdave222

Removable reusable zip ties. Oddly enough I found...

Removable reusable zip ties. Oddly enough I found some at Publix.
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
12-26-15, 10:34 AM
Replies: 32
Views: 1,983
Posted By Bikerdave222

I was thinking the same.

I was thinking the same.
Forum: Commuting
12-23-15, 11:02 PM
Replies: 233
Views: 20,332
Posted By Bikerdave222

Anyone heard from the OP, TransitBiker lately?

Anyone heard from the OP, TransitBiker lately?
Forum: Commuting
12-22-15, 11:12 PM
Replies: 80
Views: 4,582
Posted By Bikerdave222

Im guessing about 2500 miles this year. I think...

Im guessing about 2500 miles this year. I think that is good for my first year commuting. I will see about increasing it next year.
Im going to do the excel spreadsheet too starting in Jan.
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
12-22-15, 11:02 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 760
Posted By Bikerdave222

I did today. I headed out to the mall. It was...

I did today. I headed out to the mall. It was about 11 miles round trip. I picked up lunch there too.
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
12-22-15, 10:55 PM
Replies: 64
Views: 6,001
Posted By Bikerdave222

Its great the stuff you find while riding!

Its great the stuff you find while riding!
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
12-19-15, 11:14 AM
Replies: 64
Views: 6,001
Posted By Bikerdave222

Looks like mid 1990s bike. Might want to...

Looks like mid 1990s bike. Might want to re-grease all the bearings before riding it too much. Check to see if the brake pads have hardened up too.
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
11-26-15, 10:07 AM
Replies: 24
Views: 5,069
Posted By Bikerdave222

I had the same thoughts myself. The threading on...

I had the same thoughts myself. The threading on a bottom bracket is backwards and I too wondered if a mistake happened early on.
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
11-25-15, 11:19 PM
Replies: 104
Views: 14,475
Posted By Bikerdave222

Not in Nashville! You need a few more here!

Not in Nashville! You need a few more here!
Forum: Commuting
11-25-15, 10:45 AM
Replies: 34
Views: 2,644
Posted By Bikerdave222

You need to do a better job of locking up your...

You need to do a better job of locking up your bike. Just saying.
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
11-22-15, 09:42 AM
Replies: 22
Views: 5,613
Posted By Bikerdave222

If its the free hub then> ...

If its the free hub then> https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=f19BGYc5ysA

If its the cassette then> https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=W4tQcAc9Lo0
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
11-03-15, 11:54 AM
Replies: 149
Views: 11,423
Posted By Bikerdave222

I hate them because we have to share them with...

I hate them because we have to share them with pedestrians. If pedestrians would simply pay attention and walk on the right side of the MUP all would be fine but we all know that is not the case....
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
10-29-15, 12:21 AM
Replies: 16
Views: 1,014
Posted By Bikerdave222

Another thing to consider. I know you said you...

Another thing to consider. I know you said you would check the bike out better but I am wondering if the frame is sitting there without its parts because it is damaged somehow. In other words he is...
Forum: Commuting
10-27-15, 08:34 PM
Replies: 73
Views: 13,105
Posted By Bikerdave222

My understanding is that it shifts a little...

My understanding is that it shifts a little slower and differently. You have to stop peddling for it to shift. Just what I heard.
Forum: Southeast
10-27-15, 09:14 AM
Replies: 4
Views: 921
Posted By Bikerdave222

The greenways and also go explore down town. Lots...

The greenways and also go explore down town. Lots of sights to see.
Forum: Commuting
10-25-15, 12:29 AM
Replies: 398
Views: 68,891
Posted By Bikerdave222

If they were affordable I think I would not. I...

If they were affordable I think I would not. I like the simplicity of a standard bicycle plus the exercise I get from it. However, I think it would be a good thing for Nashville. There is no way...
Forum: Commuting
10-24-15, 10:00 AM
Replies: 92
Views: 6,073
Posted By Bikerdave222

I always heard that a chain will last between 800...

I always heard that a chain will last between 800 and 1200 miles. I had a bike that I put about 1000 miles on it and had to replace the chain (.75). Another bike has about 2000 to 2300 miles on it...
Forum: Commuting
10-21-15, 10:21 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 4,243
Posted By Bikerdave222

I would love to see pics of this u lock! What...

I would love to see pics of this u lock! What brand is it?
Forum: Commuting
10-13-15, 10:38 PM
Replies: 1,683
Views: 343,409
Posted By Bikerdave222

I have had tail lights fall off or even break...

I have had tail lights fall off or even break off. I zip tie them too.
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