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Forum: Road Cycling
04-26-21, 11:12 AM
Replies: 64
Views: 5,193
Posted By LeftinFlint

I don't wear gloves. I don't want them to mess up...

I don't wear gloves. I don't want them to mess up my hair. :lol:
Forum: Commuting
07-22-14, 08:31 PM
Replies: 118
Views: 9,219
Posted By LeftinFlint

My bike has Presta and I just leave the adapter...

My bike has Presta and I just leave the adapter screwed onto one wheel. I carry CO2, which fits on the Presta and if I need an auto pump, I can use the adapter.
Forum: Commuting
08-18-13, 08:07 PM
Replies: 166
Views: 16,800
Posted By LeftinFlint

I live in Flint. Cyclists have their own way of...

I live in Flint. Cyclists have their own way of dealing with drivers: http://www.mlive.com/news/flint/index.ssf/2010/06/flint_drive_by_stabbing_bicyclist.html
Forum: Commuting
08-15-13, 09:13 PM
Replies: 19
Views: 973
Posted By LeftinFlint

I wear an EMS packable jacket and some full-zip...

I wear an EMS packable jacket and some full-zip pants I can't recall the name of. The pants are meh, or I'd get off the couch to look. I've had to seam-seal them twice.
Forum: Road Cycling
08-15-13, 09:10 PM
Replies: 37
Views: 11,666
Posted By LeftinFlint

My mid '80s C-dale has a seat clamp like that as...

My mid '80s C-dale has a seat clamp like that as well as the kinks in the chainstay. The decals -- not so much. You can find vintage C-dale catalogs online. I can't recall the site off-hand. You...
Forum: Hybrid Bicycles
07-27-13, 09:01 PM
Replies: 20
Views: 1,275
Posted By LeftinFlint

Welcome USN.Heavy, I second the advice of...

Welcome USN.Heavy,

I second the advice of riding for a while. My commute is just a bit longer than yours 1.75 miles, and I often come home for lunch. I've thought about upgrading a lot, but the...
Forum: Commuting
05-31-13, 08:50 PM
Replies: 4,068
Views: 151,098
Posted By LeftinFlint

Sticky. Then pouring rain. Then sticky. I loved...

Sticky. Then pouring rain. Then sticky. I loved it.
Forum: Great Lakes
05-31-13, 08:41 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 1,044
Posted By LeftinFlint

Check the AA bike shops and clubs. They will...

Check the AA bike shops and clubs. They will know. Try http://www.aabts.org/ and http://www.aavc.org/. I suspect the clubs have regularly scheduled rides. Also check the League of Michigan...
Forum: Commuting
05-31-13, 08:36 PM
Replies: 97
Views: 6,694
Posted By LeftinFlint

+1

+1
Forum: Mountain Biking
04-06-13, 08:11 PM
Replies: 35
Views: 2,448
Posted By LeftinFlint

My local bike shop has plenty of 26 and 29. I...

My local bike shop has plenty of 26 and 29. I didn't ask about 650b and the owner didn't talk about them at my last visit. I've been with this LBS a while and the owner shoots pretty straight and...
Forum: Commuting
10-07-12, 08:37 PM
Replies: 171
Views: 18,183
Posted By LeftinFlint

Does rain effect the waxed chain? Like you, I...

Does rain effect the waxed chain? Like you, I suspect, I spend a fair bit of time riding in the rain.
Forum: Commuting
10-07-12, 08:15 PM
Replies: 16
Views: 2,302
Posted By LeftinFlint

I have some Planet Bike fenders that work pretty...

I have some Planet Bike fenders that work pretty well. I didn't have good luck with small fenders. I like the full fender that covers as much of the tire as possible.
Forum: Commuting
10-07-12, 08:12 PM
Replies: 14
Views: 1,494
Posted By LeftinFlint

It depends. How long is your commute? Do you...

It depends. How long is your commute? Do you change at work or wear your work clothes on the bike? I have a short commute, but I wear waterproof boots for the ride and change shoes at work. Other...
Forum: Road Cycling
09-22-12, 08:07 PM
Replies: 22
Views: 1,979
Posted By LeftinFlint

Go with what is most comfortable. They're both...

Go with what is most comfortable. They're both good bikes.
Forum: Commuting
07-26-12, 09:08 PM
Replies: 19
Views: 1,125
Posted By LeftinFlint

http://www.sheldonbrown.com/lock-strategy.html

http://www.sheldonbrown.com/lock-strategy.html
Forum: Winter Cycling
05-19-12, 08:36 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 1,027
Posted By LeftinFlint

I've had things freeze up. I have a dedicated...

I've had things freeze up. I have a dedicated winter bike, too -- an old Trek mtb I picked up cheap. Because of the corrosion, I ended up picking a gear and leaving it there, essentially running as...
Forum: Great Lakes Rides and Events
04-12-12, 07:41 PM
Replies: 0
Views: 518
Posted By LeftinFlint

TOUR OF FLINT, May 19th, 2012, Flint, Michigan

The website: Tour of Flint (http://tourofflint.wordpress.com/)

Facebook page: https://www.facebook.com/pages/Tour-of-Flint/259186607485944
Facebook event page:...
Forum: Electronics, Lighting, & Gadgets
10-24-11, 10:54 PM
Replies: 57
Views: 10,175
Posted By LeftinFlint

I have the p-rocket and it works okay for my city...

I have the p-rocket and it works okay for my city ride. I think nixternal is right, though. I wish I had a second light, maybe on the helmet. I've also used the twofish bike mount and it's fine...
Forum: Road Cycling
10-19-11, 09:46 PM
Replies: 18
Views: 1,344
Posted By LeftinFlint

I like these. There are a lot of choices, too. ...

I like these. There are a lot of choices, too. http://www.sealskinz.com/gloves?view=all
Forum: Road Cycling
10-09-11, 09:59 AM
Replies: 80
Views: 3,566
Posted By LeftinFlint

Some views should just be kept to oneself.

Some views should just be kept to oneself.
Forum: Recreational & Family
10-07-11, 07:24 PM
Replies: 47
Views: 4,529
Posted By LeftinFlint

tcs, brilliant suggestion about the...

tcs,

brilliant suggestion about the destination. My wife doesn't really ride unless we're taking the kids to the park or something. That's fine. I get my ride in with friends and don't have to...
Forum: Commuting
10-05-11, 08:52 PM
Replies: 51
Views: 2,013
Posted By LeftinFlint

I like to ride in traffic just to remind cars...

I like to ride in traffic just to remind cars that bikes are a good way to travel. And there is no better moment for me here than when I take the lane for a left. I've also been fortunate that...
Forum: Living Car Free
10-02-11, 07:58 PM
Replies: 122
Views: 5,118
Posted By LeftinFlint

Here in Flint, "vehicle city," I see a good...

Here in Flint, "vehicle city," I see a good number of people biking for transportation. I suspect few of them filled out the survey, but they keep going until the weather gets really bad. Then it's...
Forum: Road Cycling
09-19-11, 09:31 PM
Replies: 48
Views: 8,301
Posted By LeftinFlint

I thought the road rash was the tattoo.

I thought the road rash was the tattoo.
Forum: Commuting
09-19-11, 09:06 PM
Replies: 51
Views: 2,875
Posted By LeftinFlint

The cotton ball trick is interesting. How do you...

The cotton ball trick is interesting. How do you use it? Do you rub it on the tire and see where is snags or leave bits of cotton?
Forum: Commuting
09-19-11, 05:23 AM
Replies: 15
Views: 2,210
Posted By LeftinFlint

saurwald: sorry for the slow response. I'm glad...

saurwald: sorry for the slow response. I'm glad there is a cover and the Arkel bag looks great. I don't carry a laptop, so that won't be a problem. Over an hour in the Maine winter -- now that is...
Forum: Road Cycling
09-17-11, 09:45 PM
Replies: 66
Views: 3,779
Posted By LeftinFlint

I'm just glad you're okay.

I'm just glad you're okay.
Forum: Commuting
09-15-11, 11:30 AM
Replies: 15
Views: 2,210
Posted By LeftinFlint

Yes. The reason I was interested for a bag to...

Yes. The reason I was interested for a bag to hold my bag when we get really sloppy weather. I don't want to carry a dirty, salty, wet bag around work. But others have said it isn't too big a...
Forum: Commuting
09-15-11, 06:47 AM
Replies: 15
Views: 2,210
Posted By LeftinFlint

sauerwald: That's a sweet looking bag, though I...

sauerwald: That's a sweet looking bag, though I seldom have to carry a laptop. I see you're in a warmer, dryer neck of the woods. Have you had to ride with it through bad weather?
Forum: Commuting
09-14-11, 10:29 PM
Replies: 15
Views: 2,210
Posted By LeftinFlint

rsacilloto:That's helpfulful, thanks. Does the...

rsacilloto:That's helpfulful, thanks. Does the bag have spots for things like business cards and pens, or is is primarily a laptop case?
Forum: Advocacy & Safety
09-13-11, 09:53 PM
Replies: 41
Views: 1,586
Posted By LeftinFlint

If you want to feel better about the dangers of...

If you want to feel better about the dangers of riding, just watch the evening news to see car accidents and carnage. Heck, a friend of mine was recently injured while she was sitting on her couch...
Forum: Commuting
09-12-11, 08:22 PM
Replies: 15
Views: 2,210
Posted By LeftinFlint

Yea, the bag would probably fit and that is one...

Yea, the bag would probably fit and that is one of my considerations. I just wanted to see what others do to check my options.

MNBikeguy: it's good to know there isn't much slop. That was one...
Forum: Commuting
09-12-11, 07:51 PM
Replies: 15
Views: 2,210
Posted By LeftinFlint

Pannier to Hold Briefcase

I have a short commute and have been using a medium Timbuk2 messenger bag (19x11x8) as my work briefcase. I've decided I'm tired of carrying it on my back, and would like to get a pannier to hold...
Forum: Commuting
09-11-11, 07:52 PM
Replies: 30
Views: 1,230
Posted By LeftinFlint

I teach college and commute nearly every day. ...

I teach college and commute nearly every day. The only days I don't are when I just have too much for my bike to carry or when the snow is too deep and sloppy because drivers around here are (more)...
Forum: Commuting
09-10-11, 08:34 PM
Replies: 28
Views: 1,222
Posted By LeftinFlint

I live 2 miles from work; I can get there faster...

I live 2 miles from work; I can get there faster on bike than by car. I keep telling my wife we need to move further away. She just says don't go straight to or from work. She's got no sympathy. ...
Forum: Commuting
09-10-11, 08:12 PM
Replies: 87
Views: 4,774
Posted By LeftinFlint

I leave it all on the bike. No problems, which...

I leave it all on the bike. No problems, which is funny since I live in a town known for crime.
Forum: Framebuilders
09-04-11, 08:19 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 2,192
Posted By LeftinFlint

Wow! That looks amazing! What kind of belt...

Wow! That looks amazing! What kind of belt drive did you go with?
Forum: Commuting
08-13-11, 05:09 PM
Replies: 16
Views: 721
Posted By LeftinFlint

That's a great response. She must be a great one...

That's a great response. She must be a great one to ride with.

When my little one (2 1/2) took a tumble recently, he got up and got mad at his bike, grumbled something I couldn't understand, got...
Forum: Commuting
06-14-11, 09:20 PM
Replies: 17
Views: 1,356
Posted By LeftinFlint

Here is another link...

Here is another link (http://www.bikehacks.com/bikehacks/2010/03/8-bombproof-diy-bike-repair-stands.html) to some options. I did one similar to the pipe clamp that I modified to my needs. I had the...
Forum: Utility Cycling
05-28-11, 07:12 PM
Replies: 17
Views: 3,321
Posted By LeftinFlint

There's a related thread here...

There's a related thread here (http://www.bikeforums.net/showthread.php/457884-New-Hard-Sided-Panniers).
Forum: Commuting
04-25-11, 11:38 PM
Replies: 5,293
Views: 196,551
Posted By LeftinFlint

58F, wet, perfect.

58F, wet, perfect.
Forum: Professional Cycling For the Fans
01-29-11, 09:47 PM
Replies: 32
Views: 2,099
Posted By LeftinFlint

I believe he's guilty. I also like ESPN's take...

I believe he's guilty. I also like ESPN's take on the problem of Contador and the doping agency here (http://sports.espn.go.com/oly/cycling/columns/story?columnist=ford_bonnie_d&id=6069073).
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
12-30-10, 09:20 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 4,553
Posted By LeftinFlint

You can try this. There are variations all over...

You can try this. There are variations all over the interwebs. http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=PhXcwRyGVsU
Forum: Commuting
12-09-10, 09:09 PM
Replies: 48
Views: 3,346
Posted By LeftinFlint

Oh, I so want to see a picture of the shields. ...

Oh, I so want to see a picture of the shields. That's brilliant.
Forum: Advocacy & Safety
11-07-10, 08:22 PM
Replies: 28
Views: 1,854
Posted By LeftinFlint

This just makes me see red on so many levels, the...

This just makes me see red on so many levels, the driver, the courts, the country. I think I'll go take a ride to feel better.
Forum: Commuting
10-10-10, 07:11 PM
Replies: 164
Views: 7,331
Posted By LeftinFlint

I thought this might be fun... Copy and Paste if...

I thought this might be fun... Copy and Paste if you want to participate!


1. How old are you? 42


2. How far is your commute to work? 2 miles


3. How many days a week do you commute? 4-5...
Forum: Living Car Free
10-09-10, 07:46 PM
Replies: 130
Views: 8,059
Posted By LeftinFlint

I wear a helmet. My 5 year old twins think it...

I wear a helmet. My 5 year old twins think it makes me go faster. They may be right.
Forum: Recreational & Family
10-04-10, 06:19 PM
Replies: 29
Views: 3,875
Posted By LeftinFlint

That Kenyan looks focused! Impressive.

That Kenyan looks focused! Impressive.
Forum: Fifty Plus (50+)
09-12-10, 07:43 PM
Replies: 24
Views: 1,044
Posted By LeftinFlint

I'm sorry for your loss. It sounds like he was...

I'm sorry for your loss. It sounds like he was an impressive man.
Forum: Commuting
09-10-10, 07:29 PM
Replies: 123
Views: 6,131
Posted By LeftinFlint

Once while commuting my bike spontaneously...

Once while commuting my bike spontaneously combusted and I crashed, but I didn't get hurt until I tried to climb out of the tree I landed in.

Okay, the only time I've gone down was on a patch of...
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