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Forum: Commuting
12-23-10, 07:03 PM
Replies: 14
Views: 1,074
Posted By jfz

I have a few C9 shirts and just bought a jacket...

I have a few C9 shirts and just bought a jacket today, their stuff is priced so I can afford several shirts instead of one Under Armor and it is just about as good.
Forum: Commuting
07-08-10, 04:43 AM
Replies: 103
Views: 3,734
Posted By jfz

I run more in the fall and winter, bike in the...

I run more in the fall and winter, bike in the spring and summer. I am prone to injury when running so I usually need the warmer weather to heal from the running so I try to commute during the nicer...
Forum: Commuting
05-22-10, 05:40 AM
Replies: 305
Views: 11,480
Posted By jfz

I always wear a helmet. Years ago I had an...

I always wear a helmet. Years ago I had an accident without a helmet while on a tour with the club, I was lucky I only suffered a concussion and some cuts. That year I had a similar accident during...
01-10-10, 04:34 AM
Replies: 44
Views: 1,612
Posted By jfz

I made an effort to watch what I ate and exercise...

I made an effort to watch what I ate and exercise so this year I only added a pound or two and since I was working out every day I am at a higher level of fitness so I can shed those few pounds...
Forum: Commuting
12-17-09, 08:34 PM
Replies: 32
Views: 2,369
Posted By jfz

+1. I have been wearing Dickies in the colder...

+1. I have been wearing Dickies in the colder weather for years now and since my office is casual dress I can wear them all day I do not have to change.
Forum: Commuting
12-17-09, 08:08 PM
Replies: 106
Views: 4,507
Posted By jfz

I do all my own work. Although I am most...

I do all my own work. Although I am most comfortable with the older technology I have been able to work on the newer bikes I have by researching on the internet.
Forum: Commuting
12-13-09, 04:14 AM
Replies: 76
Views: 3,694
Posted By jfz

I use platform pedals and wear running shoes when...

I use platform pedals and wear running shoes when commuting, my feet start to get cold when the temperatures get into the 20's, then I wear a plastic bag over my socks before putting on my shoes. ...
Forum: Commuting
11-18-09, 04:30 AM
Replies: 66
Views: 2,840
Posted By jfz

I stay to the left, try to keep a lookout for...

I stay to the left, try to keep a lookout for turn signals and if I see they want to turn I motion for them to turn. I don't want a frustrated driver behind me.
08-21-09, 11:10 AM
Replies: 123
Views: 7,702
Posted By jfz

A bright yellow, Schwinn Collegiate Sport,...

A bright yellow, Schwinn Collegiate Sport, 5-speed, with drop bars(not stock, came with upright bars). That bike was bulletproof, I rode it for five years, sold it to a college kid who rode it a few...
Forum: Commuting
08-20-09, 09:51 AM
Replies: 112
Views: 6,139
Posted By jfz

I am 56 and commute 20 miles round trip. When I...

I am 56 and commute 20 miles round trip. When I ride every day I am a bit tired at the end of the week but enjoy it all the same and only take another 5 minutes or so.

I have been riding for...
Forum: Commuting
08-20-09, 03:18 AM
Replies: 213
Views: 13,425
Posted By jfz

Years ago when I raced I never rode in anything...

Years ago when I raced I never rode in anything but the full kit. Now that I am a utility/commuter cyclist I wear whatever suits the occasion. So as I get ready to leave for work in a few minutes...
08-02-09, 04:54 AM
Replies: 57
Views: 32,184
Posted By jfz

I had a 1968 yellow, 5 speed collegiate that I...

I had a 1968 yellow, 5 speed collegiate that I paid the dealer extra to put drop bars on. I rode that bike for 5 years and sold it to a college student who used it at college for another 4 years...
08-02-09, 04:37 AM
Replies: 8
Views: 922
Posted By jfz

Thanks for the replies. I have been riding the...

Thanks for the replies. I have been riding the other two Raleigh 3-speeds I have which are the smaller frames but I have not tried them for my longer (20 mile round trip) commuting distance. I will...
08-01-09, 04:50 AM
Replies: 8
Views: 922
Posted By jfz

Riding a smaller frame.

Does anyone here regularly ride a bike that is a size too small? I am in the process of rebuilding a 1969 Hercules 3-speed, 19” frame that is “beat”. It works OK but has been used hard, has some...
Forum: Commuting
10-21-08, 04:01 PM
Replies: 55
Views: 2,369
Posted By jfz

I am 55, during my commute today my headlight...

I am 55, during my commute today my headlight went dim at 06:15 so I rode the six miles remaining with my Maglight in my mouth. When I got to work someone told me I looked a little foolish with a...
Forum: Commuting
10-20-08, 10:15 AM
Replies: 45
Views: 2,264
Posted By jfz

I use a bandana when it starts to get cool and...

I use a bandana when it starts to get cool and when it really gets cold I use a hard hat liner.
Forum: Commuting
06-27-08, 03:11 PM
Replies: 70
Views: 2,706
Posted By jfz

Ride. If it is under 50 degrees I wear a rain...

Ride. If it is under 50 degrees I wear a rain jacket. By the way I just biked home from the office and did not see any rain even though at least a dozen people at work told me I should not have...
Forum: Commuting
06-24-08, 03:16 AM
Replies: 148
Views: 6,469
Posted By jfz

Bike rack, shower and a casual dress policy.

Bike rack, shower and a casual dress policy.
Forum: Commuting
06-23-08, 09:46 AM
Replies: 48
Views: 4,780
Posted By jfz

I always keep one shirt and pair of pants at the...

I always keep one shirt and pair of pants at the office on hangers that I change into after commuting. For commuting to work, I roll a shirt and pants, put them in my messenger bag and put them on...
Forum: Commuting
06-10-08, 04:54 AM
Replies: 281
Views: 13,395
Posted By jfz

Engineering technician and first time spares...

Engineering technician and first time spares supervisor at the desk all the time.
Forum: Commuting
06-02-08, 09:21 AM
Replies: 34
Views: 1,632
Posted By jfz

Maybe you should get a second bike from a thrift...

Maybe you should get a second bike from a thrift shop or yard sale and learn how to repair it. Eventually you will have a second bike and the knowledge how to repair it. Then you need to buy a...
Forum: Commuting
05-30-08, 07:56 AM
Replies: 12
Views: 1,415
Posted By jfz

Both bikes seem like a good choice to me. I have...

Both bikes seem like a good choice to me. I have been considering the Breezer but the nearest shop is over 50 miles from my home. I wouldn't mind driving the distance one time to buy the bike but...
Forum: Commuting
09-14-07, 05:56 PM
Replies: 28
Views: 2,561
Posted By jfz

+1 for the Dickie work pants. I work in an...

+1 for the Dickie work pants. I work in an office and when it gets cool enough to wear long pants I wear the same Dickie's for commuting and work. I buy blue and black because they do not show the...
Forum: Commuting
06-11-07, 04:37 AM
Replies: 33
Views: 1,823
Posted By jfz

I leave a sturdy cable and padlock at work and...

I leave a sturdy cable and padlock at work and carry a thinner cable with me in case I stop somewhere on the way.
Forum: Commuting
06-08-07, 04:57 PM
Replies: 15
Views: 1,884
Posted By jfz

One of the bikes I use is a 1971 Hercules AMF 3...

One of the bikes I use is a 1971 Hercules AMF 3 speed made by Raleigh. Although I do not use this every day it is a joy to ride but you must remember to allow some room for the older brakes. ...
Forum: Commuting
06-08-07, 04:51 PM
Replies: 62
Views: 1,938
Posted By jfz

Commuting; 22 F to 98 F Training (when I was...

Commuting; 22 F to 98 F

Training (when I was a bit younger): 5 F to 100 F
Forum: Commuting
05-11-07, 07:34 PM
Replies: 555
Views: 38,573
Posted By jfz

A) Occupation - Engineering tech supervisor B)...

A) Occupation - Engineering tech supervisor
B) Commuting Distance - ~10 miles one way.

C) When at work I cool down, towl off and change into clean cloths-if I really sweat I take a shower.
D)...
05-11-07, 03:24 AM
Replies: 46
Views: 2,162
Posted By jfz

I also have been using the Mafac tire levers for...

I also have been using the Mafac tire levers for about 35 years now, still going strong.
Forum: Commuting
05-08-07, 05:16 AM
Replies: 112
Views: 3,792
Posted By jfz

I have always enjoyed riding the bicycle...

I have always enjoyed riding the bicycle especially for a purpose. As I get older I enjoy it even more as I meander back and forth to work, gas at $3.00/gal. just gives me more "purpose"!
Forum: Commuting
01-22-07, 11:30 AM
Replies: 18
Views: 623
Posted By jfz

Change shifts.

Change shifts.
Forum: Commuting
09-13-06, 10:42 AM
Replies: 131
Views: 12,272
Posted By jfz

I don't want to grow up :)

I don't want to grow up :)
Forum: Mid-Atlantic
08-25-06, 10:05 AM
Replies: 458
Views: 53,985
Posted By jfz

I'm from Allentown.

I'm from Allentown.
Forum: Commuting
08-25-06, 05:51 AM
Replies: 23
Views: 2,224
Posted By jfz

When the weather gets cooler I wear Dickie dark...

When the weather gets cooler I wear Dickie dark blue and or black chino type pants, they passs for work casual and wear like iron, I believe they are a cotton poly blend because they dry fast as...
Forum: Introductions
03-01-06, 11:47 AM
Replies: 6
Views: 274
Posted By jfz

Welcome to the forum, Fritz. I live in the West...

Welcome to the forum, Fritz. I live in the West End of town and commute to the industrial park near the Airport, where do you work?
Forum: Commuting
03-01-06, 11:43 AM
Replies: 96
Views: 3,546
Posted By jfz

I ride through the city of Allentown and have no...

I ride through the city of Allentown and have no problems, in fact I had to fix a flat the other day in center city and when I told my co-worker why I was late she was amazed I made it "out of there"...
01-17-06, 06:32 AM
Replies: 50
Views: 3,396
Posted By jfz

harris cycle

harris cycle
01-02-06, 07:27 AM
Replies: 2
Views: 367
Posted By jfz

MudPie, thanks for the tip, Park Tools got back...

MudPie, thanks for the tip, Park Tools got back to me the next day with an answer.
Forum: Commuting
12-30-05, 03:30 PM
Replies: 50
Views: 1,573
Posted By jfz

I have a few cups of coffee before leaving, ride...

I have a few cups of coffee before leaving, ride 10 miles to work and have oat meal and more coffee after I arrive at work. I usually drink a pint of water during my ride. I keep a supply of...
12-28-05, 01:22 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 367
Posted By jfz

Which bottom bracket tool.

I have a Trek 820 MT purchased new in 2004. I have been commuting on this bike for two years and although the BB feels fine I know sooner or later I will have to service it. This bike has a "semi...
Forum: Commuting
11-17-05, 06:53 AM
Replies: 19
Views: 2,902
Posted By jfz

Thanks Mike but I tried to modify fenders from a...

Thanks Mike but I tried to modify fenders from a baloon tire bike but I only had about 1/16" clearance between the tire and the fender at the bottom of the seat post and stones get stuck at that...
Forum: Commuting
11-15-05, 07:49 PM
Replies: 19
Views: 2,902
Posted By jfz

The bike has rim brakes. I picked up a...

The bike has rim brakes.

I picked up a couple of political signs from last weeks election on the way home so maybe this weekend I will see what I can come up with.
Forum: Commuting
11-15-05, 07:02 AM
Replies: 19
Views: 2,902
Posted By jfz

Make your own fenders

I am commuting on 2" wide tires and having trouble finding fenders to fit-there is not enough clearence between the rear tire and the fender at the seat post so I was searching for ideas of making...
Forum: Commuting
10-07-05, 02:21 PM
Replies: 30
Views: 2,011
Posted By jfz

Looks like my bike is going to get a cleaning!

Looks like my bike is going to get a cleaning!
Forum: Commuting
10-06-05, 11:04 AM
Replies: 27
Views: 2,019
Posted By jfz

FYI, I just e-mailed my Senator to keep it out in...

FYI, I just e-mailed my Senator to keep it out in the open.
Forum: Commuting
10-06-05, 05:24 AM
Replies: 48
Views: 1,613
Posted By jfz

I say it's safer than rotting behind a desk all...

I say it's safer than rotting behind a desk all day without exercizing.
10-04-05, 06:00 AM
Replies: 34
Views: 1,933
Posted By jfz

Black beans and rice; I take one package of...

Black beans and rice;

I take one package of instant rice, one can black beans, two tbls. of salsa. grated cheese (your choice). I freeze these in three microwave containers and take for lunch. ...
Forum: Commuting
09-29-05, 06:31 AM
Replies: 32
Views: 1,852
Posted By jfz

Messenger bag-trying to decide.

Being a confirmed backpack user for the past four or so decades I am considering purchasing a messenger bag. My daughter gave me her used Old Navy bag and I like it but it does not have the extra...
Forum: Commuting
09-23-05, 05:40 AM
Replies: 24
Views: 826
Posted By jfz

Last two years I have been riding an 820 Trek I...

Last two years I have been riding an 820 Trek I bought on sale for $169.00 so last year at 33 commutes I figured it paid for itself on my 20 mile dailey round trip. This year I replaced the chain...
Forum: Commuting
09-12-05, 09:58 AM
Replies: 70
Views: 2,899
Posted By jfz

I proudly leave my 1989 Ford Ranger at home on...

I proudly leave my 1989 Ford Ranger at home on the average three days/week so I can bike commute. Although my Ranger is the oldest vehicle on the lot at work, I have been abel to hold the milage to...
09-10-05, 05:40 PM
Replies: 215
Views: 23,926
Posted By jfz

My rain bike used for my 20 mile round trip...

My rain bike used for my 20 mile round trip commute is a 3-speed (shimano) Schwinn girls bike I was given for free. I also have a mint condition AMC Hercules 3-speed from 1971, a 1969 Hercules that...
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