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Forum: Commuting
11-18-08, 12:31 AM
Replies: 32
Views: 6,348
Posted By benhenley

Tune-Up at mine does cable, brake, dérailleur...

Tune-Up at mine does cable, brake, dérailleur adjustments and a quick chain lube. They run through a checklist to make sure that everything works. It costs $50.

They also have a major tune-up. ...
Forum: Electronics, Lighting, & Gadgets
11-11-08, 05:52 PM
Replies: 19
Views: 1,056
Posted By benhenley

A red filter or red lens is the way to go. Maybe...

A red filter or red lens is the way to go. Maybe the link above will work? If not then some of the red transparencies used for AV lighting should work, just cut out the shape of the light and...
Forum: Touring
11-10-08, 09:05 PM
Replies: 32
Views: 3,085
Posted By benhenley

Touring on a Penny Farthing?

Apparently its possible as this guy did about 22,000 miles, visiting 23 countries along the way.

Here's the article....
Forum: Singlespeed & Fixed Gear
11-09-08, 07:04 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 509
Posted By benhenley

Are you referring to an oven, in which you would...

Are you referring to an oven, in which you would bake things?

Or some mysterious over, that I am confused about?
Forum: Singlespeed & Fixed Gear
11-09-08, 03:45 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 535
Posted By benhenley

Local shops can offer tips and advice and you...

Local shops can offer tips and advice and you might end up with some freebie tune ups or wheel trueing with a local shop, but if your buying it online you still might want to bring it to them to have...
Forum: Advocacy & Safety
11-08-08, 08:28 AM
Replies: 20
Views: 912
Posted By benhenley

Yep. The bus drivers in Pittsburgh will try to...

Yep. The bus drivers in Pittsburgh will try to kill you. I got run off the road yesterday by one.

You did the right thing by stopping at the lights/stop signs. Normally on small residential...
Forum: Commuting
11-07-08, 08:31 PM
Replies: 62
Views: 5,872
Posted By benhenley

I would go with the more comfortable bag and then...

I would go with the more comfortable bag and then get one or two of those type of bags for smaller items. If you can get two different colors then you can use one color for pens/pencils and then the...
Forum: Advocacy & Safety
11-07-08, 03:14 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 6,122
Posted By benhenley

Bike Vandalism?

has anyone else had their bike vandalised? last night someone decided that it would be fun to pour soda all over my bike. I noticed the ripped up cup under my bike and realized the pavement was wet...
Forum: Advocacy & Safety
11-07-08, 03:07 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 1,234
Posted By benhenley

Pretend your a car. Use whatever lane you would...

Pretend your a car. Use whatever lane you would if you were driving through like a car. It will be your safest bet, as you shouldnt need to worry about anyone trying to make a right and run into...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
11-06-08, 07:14 AM
Replies: 12
Views: 1,052
Posted By benhenley

Alright I'll see if I can get some from my LBS. ...

Alright I'll see if I can get some from my LBS.

I'm not doing any backwards pedaling at all, just back pressure to slow down and stop.

The torque is most definitely correct or over tightened.
...
Forum: Commuting
11-05-08, 08:15 PM
Replies: 27
Views: 1,268
Posted By benhenley

Yes it is an 8.9 inch screen. Very usable...

Yes it is an 8.9 inch screen. Very usable though. I have a desktop in my dorm paired with a 22" LCD and thats what I do any serious work on. I only use the laptop for taking notes in class and any...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
11-05-08, 04:21 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 1,052
Posted By benhenley

1) Without using a machine of some sort they are...

1) Without using a machine of some sort they are not going to be getting any tighter, so that is rather unlikely.

2) Most likely

I'm using two spacers because it is a fixed gear conversion. ...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
11-05-08, 03:35 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 1,052
Posted By benhenley

Chainring Bolts Loosening

What could be causing the chainring bolts to loosen up every week or so? The bike is a fixed gear conversion and I'm using the bolts that came on the bike with an extra spacer on each bolt. 5 bolts...
Forum: Commuting
11-05-08, 06:31 AM
Replies: 27
Views: 1,268
Posted By benhenley

Between those two I would go with the Aspire. I...

Between those two I would go with the Aspire. I actually have the eee pc 901. Its awesome. Pretty much everything is the same as the Aspire except for the hard drives and battery. I think that it...
Forum: Singlespeed & Fixed Gear
11-04-08, 12:15 PM
Replies: 14
Views: 827
Posted By benhenley

All you need is a hacksaw. Either spend a few...

All you need is a hacksaw. Either spend a few bucks and buy one (you will probably use it for other things later), or ask a neighbor/friend if they have one. Maybe a co-op if you have one around.
Forum: Singlespeed & Fixed Gear
11-04-08, 06:33 AM
Replies: 24
Views: 1,720
Posted By benhenley

The only different things is just chain length...

The only different things is just chain length and cog/lockring info. Everything else is the same on a gear bike, its just missing some things like shifters, brakes, ect..
Forum: Commuting
11-04-08, 06:28 AM
Replies: 8
Views: 614
Posted By benhenley

I've got a 50 now and only use it for long rides....

I've got a 50 now and only use it for long rides. Otherwise I just go with a bottle. Last time I used it though I had that full and then I refilled it with my 32 oz Nalgene and it was enough.
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
11-03-08, 10:22 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 1,016
Posted By benhenley

I wouldnt ride something with a dent in it, but...

I wouldnt ride something with a dent in it, but thats your choice.

Powder coating will look a million times better, but also be much more expensive. Spray Painting is cheap and easy to redo if...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
11-03-08, 10:20 PM
Replies: 49
Views: 3,138
Posted By benhenley

If you are switching out the rims then you might...

If you are switching out the rims then you might be able to switch to 700c's depending on whether the brakes will reach. It would give you more options for rims and also more tire options and allow...
Forum: Commuting
11-03-08, 10:17 PM
Replies: 16
Views: 5,135
Posted By benhenley

I just got the OnGuard Bulldog Mini TC and like...

I just got the OnGuard Bulldog Mini TC and like many others have mentioned its rather good. I got mine from ebikestop.com for 20 before shipping. It does fit in a back pocket compared to what...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
11-03-08, 02:07 PM
Replies: 33
Views: 5,590
Posted By benhenley

Reread what I said. The whole under...

Reread what I said.



The whole under any circumstances plays into effect here. If loaded and using the brakes has no effect and if unloaded and using the brakes has no effect and all other...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
11-03-08, 09:03 AM
Replies: 33
Views: 5,590
Posted By benhenley

Agreed on the first point. The stuff bends...

Agreed on the first point. The stuff bends easily and could easily break. It appears that it is the only thing holding the top of the rack to the frame/fork. I would suggest looking for something...
Forum: Commuting
11-02-08, 07:01 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 679
Posted By benhenley

You could put them on craigslist as a set and...

You could put them on craigslist as a set and only accept offers on the entire set. Maybe a set for the smaller items and then individual sets for the more expensive things.

If you dont need the...
Forum: Commuting
11-02-08, 04:14 PM
Replies: 61
Views: 3,503
Posted By benhenley

Well it is good that he isnt going to try to add...

Well it is good that he isnt going to try to add on any endangerment charges or anything similar.

You might be able to get the cop to rewrite the ticket to have it listed as "failure to follow...
Forum: Living Car Free
11-02-08, 02:53 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 887
Posted By benhenley

If he cant afford the insurance then the only...

If he cant afford the insurance then the only real option that I can see would be to rent it to him. If your renting it to him and then decide to give it to him then all that you have to do is sign...
Forum: Living Car Free
11-02-08, 12:12 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 887
Posted By benhenley

I've let family borrow my car for a little while,...

I've let family borrow my car for a little while, but not for anything longer than a week.

If your thinking about giving it to him eventually and since he is family it might be easier if you offer...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
10-31-08, 03:36 PM
Replies: 31
Views: 2,917
Posted By benhenley

Didnt know that... Hmmm... I dont get how the hub...

Didnt know that... Hmmm... I dont get how the hub is held on there and staying steady without breaking or falling
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
10-31-08, 03:10 PM
Replies: 31
Views: 2,917
Posted By benhenley

Am I just crazy?

or is half of the fork missing????

http://pittsburgh.craigslist.org/bik/900434443.html
Forum: Singlespeed & Fixed Gear
10-30-08, 02:57 PM
Replies: 28
Views: 1,484
Posted By benhenley

Where is this magically rust you speak of? Cause...

Where is this magically rust you speak of? Cause I sure dont see any....
Forum: Singlespeed & Fixed Gear
10-29-08, 04:56 PM
Replies: 39
Views: 3,639
Posted By benhenley

If you want decent money be a cook. You wont get...

If you want decent money be a cook. You wont get tips, but you wont need them either. Most days I was making out better than the servers/bartenders, especially on the really slow days. I was...
Forum: Commuting
10-28-08, 04:22 PM
Replies: 24
Views: 1,242
Posted By benhenley

My eeepc came with a little sleeve that I keep it...

My eeepc came with a little sleeve that I keep it in.

I would just get one of those neoprene sleeves and pack it so it doesnt get jarred around alot. If its going to get jarred around alot then I...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
10-28-08, 04:18 PM
Replies: 28
Views: 2,352
Posted By benhenley

If its a cassette then you will be making a...

If its a cassette then you will be making a single speed by putting a cog on there.

If it is actually a freewheel then you will be making it a fixed gear by putting a cog on there.

Your using...
Forum: Living Car Free
10-27-08, 08:49 PM
Replies: 26
Views: 20,520
Posted By benhenley

I found out that my front wheel was loose today....

I found out that my front wheel was loose today. I'm pretty sure that it just came lose naturally. Mine are bolts and the one side was tight, but the left side was loose and I probably rode it like...
Forum: Living Car Free
10-27-08, 08:16 PM
Replies: 79
Views: 3,406
Posted By benhenley

I would agree with you on those categories. I...

I would agree with you on those categories. I actually fit into #1 and #3. Just took the insurance off my car a month ago.
Forum: Singlespeed & Fixed Gear
10-27-08, 07:53 PM
Replies: 20
Views: 1,322
Posted By benhenley

So how do you guys weigh your bikes? a regular...

So how do you guys weigh your bikes? a regular bathroom scale? I dont think that would work too well...
Forum: Touring
10-26-08, 05:55 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 491
Posted By benhenley

Agreed.

Agreed.
Forum: Commuting
10-26-08, 11:56 AM
Replies: 5
Views: 723
Posted By benhenley

I would just go with a 6' to 8' cable lock and...

I would just go with a 6' to 8' cable lock and then thread it through both wheels and lock it up through the ulock. Thats what I normally do, except I generally just do front wheel.
Forum: Commuting
10-23-08, 01:44 PM
Replies: 28
Views: 1,184
Posted By benhenley

What is the most important part of the spirit of...

What is the most important part of the spirit of cycling?
freedom. doing whatever i want at the time.

What do you expect out of your gear?
to work when i need it to. if its going to fail it...
Forum: Commuting
10-23-08, 01:39 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 332
Posted By benhenley

Well I'm in Pittsburgh for school right now. But...

Well I'm in Pittsburgh for school right now. But I generally dont get more than 5-10 miles away from Pitt as I dont have much of a reason to.
Forum: Commuting
10-23-08, 01:02 PM
Replies: 56
Views: 2,445
Posted By benhenley

I'm using them on my fixed gear. They hurt my...

I'm using them on my fixed gear. They hurt my feet after about half an hour. I have flat feet and ankle problems so it is probably just something that has to do with that. Other than getting into...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
10-22-08, 08:12 AM
Replies: 10
Views: 708
Posted By benhenley

If your looking to just make some short runs...

If your looking to just make some short runs around campus then I would go with clips. Not clipless. Ive never used clipless but I have clips on my fixed now and I like it. It can be difficult to...
Forum: Singlespeed & Fixed Gear
10-21-08, 06:16 PM
Replies: 51
Views: 3,971
Posted By benhenley

Used bike from the local co-op for $40. I...

Used bike from the local co-op for $40. I actually did the volunteer program so I got the bike for volunteering some hours, but if I were to pay for it they valued it at $40.

$bike - seatpost...
Forum: Commuting
10-17-08, 01:44 PM
Replies: 69
Views: 3,113
Posted By benhenley

Change the time on your clock forward by an hour...

Change the time on your clock forward by an hour or so. When you wake up and your clock says 830 and your supposed to be at work by then, you will wake up fast and get ready quickly. Then by the time...
Forum: Singlespeed & Fixed Gear
10-14-08, 04:29 PM
Replies: 39
Views: 1,914
Posted By benhenley

Right now I'm using straps. I just got the bike...

Right now I'm using straps. I just got the bike on Saturday though. I'm not too much of a fan of them though, it can be hard to get my feet in them sometimes and I have feet problems so they make my...
Forum: Track Cycling: Velodrome Racing and Training Area
10-12-08, 08:45 AM
Replies: 7
Views: 1,525
Posted By benhenley

You can get the money back from paypal rather...

You can get the money back from paypal rather easily.

Some ****er did it to me when I sold him a laptop. It worked fine for the first month he had it, then he overclocked it, messed it up and...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
10-10-08, 02:35 PM
Replies: 37
Views: 39,505
Posted By benhenley

It looks like I will be getting ahold of some...

It looks like I will be getting ahold of some then, as I'm putting on 700x23 tires and tubes tomorrow.

Hopefully it will all work good and I wont need to worry about any flats for a while.
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
10-09-08, 01:12 PM
Replies: 37
Views: 39,505
Posted By benhenley

Alright. Would some of the medical type tape that...

Alright. Would some of the medical type tape that is used for trainers use for wrapping body parts together work?
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
10-09-08, 12:33 PM
Replies: 37
Views: 39,505
Posted By benhenley

Do I need rim tape?

I just got a cheap wheelset and the tires and tubes are on their way here. I was wondering if I needed any rim tape to put inside the rims. The rims are double walled and the nipples and spokes are...
Forum: Commuting
10-08-08, 08:52 PM
Replies: 28
Views: 1,875
Posted By benhenley

That looks nice!! How much did it end up costing?

That looks nice!! How much did it end up costing?
Forum: Singlespeed & Fixed Gear
10-08-08, 07:58 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 1,805
Posted By benhenley

Here is a link to the wheelset. Cheap...

Here is a link to the wheelset.

Cheap Wheelset (http://www.benscycle.net/index.php?main_page=product_info&cPath=188_332&products_id=5140)

I know that the hub is on the older side and was most...
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