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Forum: Commuting
07-03-11, 12:23 PM
Replies: 54
Views: 5,836
Posted By TysonC

I just put a used magicshine mj816 and mj 818...

I just put a used magicshine mj816 and mj 818 tail light w/batt/charger/etc on ebay for $100 starting. I think that's the best you can do for the $100 mark.

PM for links.
Forum: Commuting
07-03-11, 12:16 PM
Replies: 142
Views: 160,010
Posted By TysonC

I just put a my commuting light set on ebay. It's...

I just put a my commuting light set on ebay. It's a magicshine mj 816 w/ the mj 818 tail light and battery/charger/etc. It's a geoman gear set up, too. I want $150 for all of it but I'll take it down...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
05-21-11, 02:12 PM
Replies: 16
Views: 965
Posted By TysonC

The problem, guys, is that I've already made some...

The problem, guys, is that I've already made some adjustments that aren't working. Here's what I've done -

Moved the seat as far forward as it will go

Seat is made level to the deck

Stem is...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
05-20-11, 07:16 AM
Replies: 16
Views: 965
Posted By TysonC

I've had the bike and been riding 65+ miles a...

I've had the bike and been riding 65+ miles a week on it, plus riding another 20 miles on my grocery getter (cruiser).

I wear the deluxe bibs from go2pedal. I believe they're marconi.

I have...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
05-19-11, 04:27 PM
Replies: 16
Views: 965
Posted By TysonC

How do I switch from an integrated shifter/brake system to an index shifter?

I have a Dawes Lightning Cross set up for commuting but I'm getting some, errr, "man" problems from sitting in a forward lean for a long time. I want to change to a more upright, relaxed posture like...
Forum: Commuting
04-07-11, 10:06 AM
Replies: 6
Views: 386
Posted By TysonC

Awesome! I'm a new commuter, too. Just keep it...

Awesome! I'm a new commuter, too. Just keep it fun and comfortable and the time will go down pretty significantly.
Forum: Advocacy & Safety
04-04-11, 07:56 AM
Replies: 544
Views: 17,440
Posted By TysonC

I just recently started commuting. I began...

I just recently started commuting. I began thinking about it for both fitness and financial reasons. My commute is 16.2 miles each way and when I build up to doing the full commute at least three...
Forum: Advocacy & Safety
03-28-11, 05:47 PM
Replies: 110
Views: 5,303
Posted By TysonC

Oh, and guys, about the vest...what about this - ...

Oh, and guys, about the vest...what about this -

http://www.amazon.com/Event-Staff-Green-Reflective-Safety/dp/B0044Z5MVO

Or if you want a true force field, how about "Incident Commander"
...
Forum: Advocacy & Safety
03-28-11, 05:44 PM
Replies: 110
Views: 5,303
Posted By TysonC

We'll have to agree to disagree here, boss. In...

We'll have to agree to disagree here, boss. In the agency I have worked for and worked in via mutual aid, revenue generation was never much of reasoning for traffic enforcement. I'm not saying that...
Forum: Advocacy & Safety
03-25-11, 05:07 PM
Replies: 110
Views: 5,303
Posted By TysonC

Well that's pretty awesome, actually. Yes, the...

Well that's pretty awesome, actually. Yes, the political environment is complete bs sometimes, I absolutely agree. But it's the way things are done in these parts so I say either get with or shut up....
Forum: Commuting
03-25-11, 03:34 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 358
Posted By TysonC

Thanks, man. I didn't read through that earlier....

Thanks, man. I didn't read through that earlier. Mods, you can lock or delete this now.
Forum: Advocacy & Safety
03-25-11, 01:03 PM
Replies: 110
Views: 5,303
Posted By TysonC

Which would be followed by - 911: Sir/Ma'am,...

Which would be followed by -

911: Sir/Ma'am, this is an emergency line. Please call the non-emergency number or contact the city/county manager to file a complaint.

Seriously, some of you guys...
Forum: Commuting
03-25-11, 12:53 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 358
Posted By TysonC

Tire question - will I see any discernible difference if I switch?

So I've set up my commuter and comparing it to my aluminum framed beach cruiser, its not that much faster. Now please note, I'm not talking about all out sprints, as the cruiser just doesn't have the...
Forum: Advocacy & Safety
03-24-11, 06:47 PM
Replies: 110
Views: 5,303
Posted By TysonC

So, guys, having been LEO let me give you the...

So, guys, having been LEO let me give you the skinny.

Do you know why most suburban and even a lot of urban LE agencies fixate on traffic? It's by and large the number one complaint from...
Forum: Advocacy & Safety
03-24-11, 06:36 PM
Replies: 110
Views: 5,303
Posted By TysonC

<--This guy.

<--This guy.
Forum: Clydesdales/Athenas (200+ lb / 91+ kg)
03-24-11, 06:06 PM
Replies: 59
Views: 1,749
Posted By TysonC

For me it's soda, but I've been doing good...

For me it's soda, but I've been doing good without it for a while. That and sweet tea, and by sweet tea I mean a glass of sugar with some tea in it.

I love me some Sonny's dry rub ribs, which...
Forum: Clydesdales/Athenas (200+ lb / 91+ kg)
03-24-11, 05:58 PM
Replies: 28
Views: 1,240
Posted By TysonC

Believe it or not guys, there was a point where I...

Believe it or not guys, there was a point where I was in really good shape and followed workout programs and diets pretty religiously. So I'm somewhat knowledgeable about this. 3500 calories does not...
Forum: Advocacy & Safety
03-24-11, 12:07 PM
Replies: 91
Views: 4,183
Posted By TysonC

That was very well written, and I definitely see...

That was very well written, and I definitely see your point. I also feel sorry for you if you're cycling on the streets of Murfreesboro.
Forum: Advocacy & Safety
03-24-11, 11:36 AM
Replies: 110
Views: 5,303
Posted By TysonC

Wow, again a thread involving a HNR getting his...

Wow, again a thread involving a HNR getting his due and you guys still find some negativity in it.

How about, "Awesome! The HNR got caught and there's a cop that commutes via bike. Super cool!".
...
Forum: Clydesdales/Athenas (200+ lb / 91+ kg)
03-24-11, 10:41 AM
Replies: 14
Views: 549
Posted By TysonC

Thanks for all the support! I thought I...

Thanks for all the support!

I thought I wouldn't be up for after that 20+ miler but today is another milestone for me, my first commute. It was a half commute, I admit. I drove to the place that...
Forum: Clydesdales/Athenas (200+ lb / 91+ kg)
03-23-11, 08:01 PM
Replies: 14
Views: 549
Posted By TysonC

Did my first 20+ miler!

Man am I feeling good and bad at the same time! I feel great except for a slight queasiness and a sore lower back. I think I may need that adjustable stem after all.

For those that don't know, my...
Forum: Clydesdales/Athenas (200+ lb / 91+ kg)
03-23-11, 12:29 PM
Replies: 28
Views: 1,240
Posted By TysonC

That's a negative. For one thing, that's only a...

That's a negative. For one thing, that's only a general rule of thumb, its not exact. And also, 3500 calories equals 1 pound of weight loss, not necessarily fat. Putting your body into caloric...
Forum: Clydesdales/Athenas (200+ lb / 91+ kg)
03-23-11, 12:15 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 5,317
Posted By TysonC

You guys were right. It took a few days of riding...

You guys were right. It took a few days of riding but the discomfort is getting significantly better. While I would not say my seat is comfortable, the bike is definitely ridable for 10 miles or so...
Forum: Clydesdales/Athenas (200+ lb / 91+ kg)
03-23-11, 12:01 PM
Replies: 28
Views: 1,240
Posted By TysonC

There is a bit more to consider than just simple...

There is a bit more to consider than just simple caloric deficit. Are you getting the sleep needed to get your hormone levels back to normal and rebuild muscle tissue? Are you properly hydrated (a...
Forum: Advocacy & Safety
03-23-11, 11:40 AM
Replies: 91
Views: 4,183
Posted By TysonC

First, let me preface that I understand that very...

First, let me preface that I understand that very few CM riders are the persons we are referring to as law breakers or those wanting to provoke motorists. However, I believe that a certain element of...
Forum: Advocacy & Safety
03-19-11, 06:05 PM
Replies: 91
Views: 4,183
Posted By TysonC

Well, I think you went reaching when you said I...

Well, I think you went reaching when you said I used the word "failure", but ok, I'll bite. So the point of CM is not really safety and awareness, its about fun and exercising a lawful privilege, am...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
03-19-11, 12:01 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 1,004
Posted By TysonC

What size stem do I need? Bike in question is a Dawes Lightning cross

Here's the bike - http://www.bikesdirect.com/products/dawes/ltcross_x.htm

I want to get an adjustable stem as I'm just not that aggressive yet. Something like this -...
Forum: Clydesdales/Athenas (200+ lb / 91+ kg)
03-19-11, 11:12 AM
Replies: 8
Views: 5,317
Posted By TysonC

How long does it take before I should consider a new seat?

So I just set up my new commuter bike and I've ridden about 20 miles. I know that's not enough time to break in the seat, but seriously, it's bad. A trusted LBS tech said to wait two-four weeks...
Forum: Advocacy & Safety
03-18-11, 09:48 AM
Replies: 93
Views: 3,062
Posted By TysonC

Can I ask one question - In what...

Can I ask one question -

In what statute/code/law is the operation of a motor vehicle defined as a right?

To my knowledge pretty much every individual state defines the operation of a motor...
Forum: Advocacy & Safety
03-18-11, 08:25 AM
Replies: 91
Views: 4,183
Posted By TysonC

I apologize for my newbness, but I'm just now...

I apologize for my newbness, but I'm just now learning what Critical Mass is. I'm near Orlando and I just looked up some local CM's on youtube. I gotta say that I just don't understand what sort of...
Forum: Clydesdales/Athenas (200+ lb / 91+ kg)
03-16-11, 01:52 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 694
Posted By TysonC

The five weight loss rules I'm going to follow

I was advised to come up with five simple goals to follow day in and day out to meet my fitness and weight loss goals and reduce the risk of quitting or cheating. My end objective is to get back into...
Forum: Clydesdales/Athenas (200+ lb / 91+ kg)
03-16-11, 10:44 AM
Replies: 30
Views: 1,771
Posted By TysonC

While I'm not the guy to take advice from on what...

While I'm not the guy to take advice from on what bike to get I will say that for your first purchase going through the LBS to get properly fitted and have some place to go if parts degrade, tune up...
Forum: Commuting
03-14-11, 04:43 PM
Replies: 18
Views: 855
Posted By TysonC

Well, I decided on going with a rear rack, I just...

Well, I decided on going with a rear rack, I just don't know which one yet. I also ordered a Timbuk2 Bullit Pannier. I have some other Timbuk2 stuff and it's built like a tank so I have every bit of...
Forum: Commuting
03-14-11, 09:04 AM
Replies: 18
Views: 855
Posted By TysonC

That's the one. I wanted to stay below $1k total...

That's the one. I wanted to stay below $1k total as I can be reassigned/relocated pretty quickly and who knows if I would be able to reasonably commute. I really hadn't seen anything good or bad on...
Forum: Commuting
03-13-11, 11:09 PM
Replies: 60
Views: 3,349
Posted By TysonC

I'm not exactly in great shape and have been...

I'm not exactly in great shape and have been doing 3-5 mile rides almost every day with my trek classic cruiser. This is with a 12lb dachshund in front basket too.

I think you could do a 2.5 mile...
Forum: Commuting
03-13-11, 11:03 PM
Replies: 18
Views: 855
Posted By TysonC

A newb trying to outfit a commuter

So I ordered a dawes lightning cross from a LBS here that has some sort of relationship with bikes direct. Anyways, the thing is coming in a few days and I want to get commuting as soon as I can.
...
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