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Forum: Recreational & Family
05-19-06, 09:51 AM
Replies: 36
Views: 53,102
Posted By naane

IMO, you don't need a front suspension for...

IMO, you don't need a front suspension for commutes. A rigid front fork is a good choice for commutes even over broken or choppy pavement. If you need a cushier ride, you can always use a wider...
Forum: Commuting
05-09-06, 04:50 PM
Replies: 26
Views: 1,045
Posted By naane

Started commuting after I bought a bike to keep...

Started commuting after I bought a bike to keep up with my kid who had outgrown his toddler bike that I could keep pace with on foot :). Commuting about 12 miles a day helped me take 20 pounds off...
Forum: Commuting
05-09-06, 04:02 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 757
Posted By naane

If the commute is short (say, < 5 miles), you may...

If the commute is short (say, < 5 miles), you may be able to do something like this. Wear slacks (chinos, twills, etc.) and "comfort" shoes like Rockport Dresports or something similar and a...
Forum: Training & Nutrition
04-27-06, 04:02 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 481
Posted By naane

Polar says that. Prior to discovering the...

Polar says that. Prior to discovering the "algorithm" to reboot the watch by pressing all the buttons at once, I had to unscrew the back to take the battery out and reinsert it to do a reset. I put...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
04-27-06, 02:26 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 1,064
Posted By naane

+1 on the tires. I changed from 38mm Specialized...

+1 on the tires. I changed from 38mm Specialized tires to Michelin Transworld City 32mm. The latter seem to be a "slim" 32mm. The bike feels a lot faster and my average commute times have come...
Forum: Training & Nutrition
04-27-06, 02:21 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 481
Posted By naane

Consumer Reports did a test of different HRMs....

Consumer Reports did a test of different HRMs. Their results show that monitors that do not use a chest strap are poor in accuracy. In their tests, a Cateye model used an earlobe sensor rather than...
Forum: Commuting
04-26-06, 08:49 PM
Replies: 19
Views: 938
Posted By naane

That sucks. Any way you can buy it across the...

That sucks. Any way you can buy it across the border and ride it back :)?
Forum: Commuting
04-26-06, 04:01 PM
Replies: 19
Views: 938
Posted By naane

Seems to be rip-off. I bought my 7300FX for US...

Seems to be rip-off. I bought my 7300FX for US $400, which would be around CDN $450 currently. The 7.2FX in local stores here seems to be around US $350, which would be less than CDN $400. The...
Forum: Commuting
04-26-06, 01:15 PM
Replies: 19
Views: 938
Posted By naane

+1 re: the rigid fork. Trek 7.2FX may fit...

+1 re: the rigid fork.

Trek 7.2FX may fit your budget (not sure what it sells for in Canada). It is a "fitness hybrid", whatever that means :) I have a 7300FX, which is now called 7.3FX, and...
Forum: Training & Nutrition
04-25-06, 08:38 PM
Replies: 18
Views: 2,578
Posted By naane

This...

This (http://www.asep.org/jeponline/issue/Doc/June2004/OttoV4.pdf) paper casts a lot of doubt on the recommendations from ACSM. It has a short list of what to do in terms of weight training at the...
Forum: Mountain Biking
04-20-06, 01:48 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 2,224
Posted By naane

I got a used Fuji Blaster Pro for my 7 year old. ...

I got a used Fuji Blaster Pro for my 7 year old. It is an aluminum "mini MTB" with 24 speeds. He loves it. Fuji does not seem to make this model any more, but if you can buy a used one, it may be...
Forum: Road Cycling
04-18-06, 03:30 PM
Replies: 36
Views: 14,838
Posted By naane

Great! The new sensor has been working really...

Great! The new sensor has been working really well; I hope it is the same in your case.
Forum: Road Cycling
04-10-06, 10:16 AM
Replies: 36
Views: 14,838
Posted By naane

My son has one. It works quite well with none of...

My son has one. It works quite well with none of the sensor glitches that were present in Cordless 7. It has a few features that Cordless 7 does not have: backlight, dual settings, etc., but they...
Forum: Road Cycling
04-10-06, 09:03 AM
Replies: 36
Views: 14,838
Posted By naane

Cateye service in the US may be better. I had...

Cateye service in the US may be better. I had the same issue with the sensor on Cordless 7 dying. I sent an email to Cateye service and they sent me a replacement sensor, mounting ties and a magnet...
Forum: Winter Cycling
12-21-05, 10:02 PM
Replies: 19
Views: 2,860
Posted By naane

-10F!! I chicken out when the mercury hits...

-10F!! I chicken out when the mercury hits 15-10F or so :)
Forum: Winter Cycling
12-21-05, 05:01 PM
Replies: 19
Views: 2,860
Posted By naane

One thing to note that it does impede air flow...

One thing to note that it does impede air flow though, in my case, not to a degree that causes discomfort. Just a heads up...
Forum: Winter Cycling
12-19-05, 02:49 PM
Replies: 19
Views: 2,860
Posted By naane

No problems :) Cheers from frigid Ithaca!

No problems :)

Cheers from frigid Ithaca!
Forum: Winter Cycling
12-19-05, 11:15 AM
Replies: 19
Views: 2,860
Posted By naane

"This is not needed" for whom? I definitely find...

"This is not needed" for whom? I definitely find it helpful in reducing discomfort.To each his or her own, I guess.
Forum: Winter Cycling
12-15-05, 12:47 PM
Replies: 19
Views: 2,860
Posted By naane

One q. How do you wash it? Do you separate the...

One q. How do you wash it? Do you separate the QXTEC unit and wash it by hand or throw the whole thing in the wash?

I was debating whether I should go with the Psolar half mask or this shield. ...
Forum: Winter Cycling
12-15-05, 12:44 PM
Replies: 19
Views: 2,860
Posted By naane

I think that it could be problematic if I were to...

I think that it could be problematic if I were to mash really hard. The balaclava may also have been a bit more restrictive than the fask mask (conjecture). For commuting, the shield seems to work...
Forum: Winter Cycling
12-15-05, 11:24 AM
Replies: 19
Views: 2,860
Posted By naane

BreathXChange Shield Mini-review

I began winter biking this year and found that riding at decent speeds in cold weather causes discomfort and my sinuses to dry out - resulting in sinusitis and sore throat. Wrapping a scarf over my...
Forum: Winter Cycling
12-15-05, 10:55 AM
Replies: 18
Views: 1,172
Posted By naane

True. I just wanted something I could just take...

True. I just wanted something I could just take off without unscrewing things. The SpeedEZs come with straps with pegs on them which makes removal easy; however, it makes the mount a loft "softer",...
Forum: Winter Cycling
12-13-05, 04:08 PM
Replies: 18
Views: 1,172
Posted By naane

I bought the SpeedEZs for my 7300fx. The bike...

I bought the SpeedEZs for my 7300fx. The bike has eyelets and the Hardcores would have worked, but I thought that I needed fenders that I could remove easily during non rainy/snowy seasons. I think...
Forum: Road Cycling
10-22-05, 07:14 AM
Replies: 2
Views: 452
Posted By naane

I have one too and have been very happy with it. ...

I have one too and have been very happy with it. I have a Performance Flare 5-LED "headlight" that I use along with the Solo as a flasher and back-up. On a couple of days when I let the battery on...
Forum: Winter Cycling
10-21-05, 04:26 PM
Replies: 23
Views: 1,543
Posted By naane

This (http://www.icebike.org/) site has tons of...

This (http://www.icebike.org/) site has tons of information re: winter biking.
Forum: Commuting
10-14-05, 02:16 PM
Replies: 22
Views: 1,665
Posted By naane

Amphipod makes a very good reflective vest...

Amphipod makes a very good reflective vest (http://www.amphipod.com/401-402/401.html). Consumer Reports reviewed...
Forum: Commuting
10-13-05, 09:53 AM
Replies: 28
Views: 3,147
Posted By naane

Thanks for the feedback. I bought the Cateye...

Thanks for the feedback. I bought the Cateye TL-LD1000. Quite happy with it overall. It is extremely bright and the fact that the top and the bottom rows can be individually controlled makes it...
Forum: Advocacy & Safety
10-06-05, 03:26 PM
Replies: 537
Views: 14,302
Posted By naane

While I think VC makes sense in general, I tend...

While I think VC makes sense in general, I tend to think that it becomes less safe when the speed disparity between the bike and the rest of the traffic is high. For example, I feel fairly safe...
Forum: Road Cycling
10-05-05, 10:25 AM
Replies: 5
Views: 741
Posted By naane

I have been using the bag to clean them for the...

I have been using the bag to clean them for the most part. I also use a microfiber cleaning cloth on occasion since it is handier. But no paper towels and the like (I am paranoid in this regard!)
Forum: Commuting
10-05-05, 07:25 AM
Replies: 1
Views: 686
Posted By naane

Cateye TL-LD1000 vs Performance Viewpoint Flashpoint

I recently got a Cateye TL-LD1000 to supplement my Performance Flashpoint (http://www.performancebike.com/shop/profile.cfm?sku=19647) taillight. I have been using the latter for a couple of months...
Forum: Road Cycling
10-05-05, 07:08 AM
Replies: 5
Views: 741
Posted By naane

Rudy Project lenses prone to scratches?

I bought a pair of Rudy Project Rydons a few months ago. In addition to the "smoke" lenses they came with, I also bought a pair of clear lenses for night riding. I swap the dark and clear lenses...
Forum: Commuting
09-24-05, 05:36 PM
Replies: 28
Views: 3,147
Posted By naane

Lightman Xenon Strobe vs. Cateye TL-LD1000

I was looking to get one of the two above to supplement (supersede?) my Performance Viewpoint 9-LED taillight. Can anyone shed some light on the relative merits/demerits of the two lights? I...
Forum: Commuting
09-22-05, 06:33 PM
Replies: 28
Views: 1,811
Posted By naane

Good tip. One thing though: it may be a better...

Good tip. One thing though: it may be a better idea to use the red lenses when you mount them on the back. White strobes in the back may be confusing.
Forum: Commuting
09-19-05, 08:44 PM
Replies: 83
Views: 4,449
Posted By naane

Thanks. Before you mentioned it, I did not know...

Thanks. Before you mentioned it, I did not know that they had a dual model.
Forum: Commuting
09-19-05, 04:01 PM
Replies: 83
Views: 4,449
Posted By naane

slvoid, What is the 16W L&M custom halogen...

slvoid,

What is the 16W L&M custom halogen below? My 13W Solo is nowhere near as bright as the last image you have there. Is it a higher wattage bulb on a "lesser" L&M light?
Forum: Commuting
09-19-05, 07:00 AM
Replies: 83
Views: 4,449
Posted By naane

The L&M Solo manual explicitly mentions that you...

The L&M Solo manual explicitly mentions that you should not keep the light turned on for extended periods when it is stationary. I think I have read feedback from buyers on how the light switch...
Forum: Advocacy & Safety
09-19-05, 06:57 AM
Replies: 54
Views: 19,671
Posted By naane

There are two versions of this mirror: regular...

There are two versions of this mirror: regular and compact. The regular one is a little bigger in terms of mirror size and the "boom" length; it works well with helmet mounts; the compact works well...
Forum: Advocacy & Safety
09-16-05, 09:29 PM
Replies: 54
Views: 19,671
Posted By naane

One more vote for Take-a-Look. Mine is helmet...

One more vote for Take-a-Look. Mine is helmet mounted.
Forum: Road Cycling
09-16-05, 03:32 PM
Replies: 28
Views: 921
Posted By naane

For me, definitely yes. Keeps me motivated. I...

For me, definitely yes. Keeps me motivated. I get a kick to see the computer reading off speeds greater than 35mph :) You can get a Cateye wireless on ebay for about $30. There are cheaper models...
Forum: Recreational & Family
09-16-05, 10:24 AM
Replies: 19
Views: 8,655
Posted By naane

Doesn't sound like a shabby deal. Margin on...

Doesn't sound like a shabby deal. Margin on bikes is much lower than accessories, clothing, etc.; so the LBS may not be able to discount too much. I basically paid list on my '05 when I bought it...
Forum: Recreational & Family
09-16-05, 07:29 AM
Replies: 19
Views: 8,655
Posted By naane

Doesn't look like a whole lot of differences. ...

Doesn't look like a whole lot of differences. The changes I can see are:

a. Bontrager Camino rims in the 7.3 vs WTB Dual Duty in the 7300FX
b. SRAM PG830 in the 7.3 vs. SRAM 850 in the 7300FX...
Forum: Commuting
09-15-05, 12:42 PM
Replies: 83
Views: 4,449
Posted By naane

Finally took the L&M Solo on a dusk/night ride...

Finally took the L&M Solo on a dusk/night ride from work back home. Some feedback:

a. The mounting was OK. The velcro strap attachment to the frame is a bit of a pain since it needs to pass...
Forum: Recreational & Family
09-15-05, 07:49 AM
Replies: 26
Views: 8,905
Posted By naane

For the kind of riding you describe, i.e., mainly...

For the kind of riding you describe, i.e., mainly urban, a hybrid bike with 700C tires may be a good choice (e.g., the 7300FX). A mountain bike with a front-suspension would probably be overkill. ...
Forum: Recreational & Family
09-14-05, 08:50 PM
Replies: 26
Views: 8,905
Posted By naane

I went through this thing a while back. Had a...

I went through this thing a while back. Had a hard time deciding between a Marin city bike (Larkspur) and a 7300FX. I finally bought the latter since I liked its ride a little better. If you go to...
Forum: Commuting
09-14-05, 10:21 AM
Replies: 33
Views: 1,376
Posted By naane

I bought this book a while back and found that it...

I bought this book a while back and found that it has tons of useful upper (and lower) body exercises that you could do with minimal equipment:

http://www.warriorforce.com/warriorfitness.html
...
Forum: Commuting
09-08-05, 07:28 AM
Replies: 83
Views: 4,449
Posted By naane

As promised, some feedback regarding the L&M...

As promised, some feedback regarding the L&M Solo. I got the light yesterday. It is very solidly constructed. The light itself is made of fiber-reinforced thermoplastic. The bar mount has a nice...
Forum: Road Cycling
09-05-05, 10:16 AM
Replies: 18
Views: 1,022
Posted By naane

Don't look at the top. Keep your head down, your...

Don't look at the top. Keep your head down, your weight forward and spin!
Forum: Commuting
09-04-05, 09:28 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 696
Posted By naane

dfw: Thanks for the info.

dfw: Thanks for the info.
Forum: Commuting
09-04-05, 07:28 AM
Replies: 6
Views: 696
Posted By naane

dfw: Thanks. I plan to use the cleats, but wanted...

dfw: Thanks. I plan to use the cleats, but wanted to have the flexibility of being able to ride without them in a pinch. Do you have any experience with the Time ATAC-Z's?
Forum: Commuting
09-03-05, 09:54 PM
Replies: 83
Views: 4,449
Posted By naane

It would be difficult to precisely estimate how...

It would be difficult to precisely estimate how much charge is left in the battery and how long it should take to recharge it precisely. Smart chargers will back off the current when the batteries...
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