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Forum: Living Car Free
12-31-19, 07:28 PM
Replies: 31
Views: 10,957
Posted By narr33

I had been commuting to work 95% of the time for...

I had been commuting to work 95% of the time for about eight years. My car was totaled by a drunk driver while parked in front of my house. The next day I was so elated. It's been great ever since....
Forum: Commuting
12-31-19, 06:21 PM
Replies: 14
Views: 2,461
Posted By narr33

I put light weight (if there is such a thing)...

I put light weight (if there is such a thing) studded tires on in December and take them off in March. I went down one year - no precipitation, the mist had just turned to black ice on top of a hill....
Forum: Winter Cycling
01-01-18, 04:21 AM
Replies: 14
Views: 6,801
Posted By narr33

I just started using the Marathon 700X30 studded...

I just started using the Marathon 700X30 studded tires a few weeks ago - once in the snow. So far the rolling resistance is comparable to the heavy touring tire I normally run, with perhaps a little...
Forum: Commuting
12-21-15, 09:18 PM
Replies: 14
Views: 2,448
Posted By narr33

Chuck the fenders. 'Proper' fenders have full...

Chuck the fenders. 'Proper' fenders have full coverage (with mud flap in front and not the plastic fenders with hardwear on the inside), keep spray off the drivetrain and you. These look nice but...
Forum: Commuting
11-14-15, 01:19 AM
Replies: 37
Views: 13,273
Posted By narr33

The safe wind speed will depend on the bike, the...

The safe wind speed will depend on the bike, the bike's speed, and how it is setup. I have a light road bike with narrow tires and a short wheelbase where 35mph crosswinds have forced the bike across...
Forum: Winter Cycling
09-11-15, 03:22 AM
Replies: 6
Views: 1,061
Posted By narr33

I commuted on my single speed disc bike for the...

I commuted on my single speed disc bike for the last six years and rode it for the first time since May (now Sept 10) today. I generally take the Summer off from riding and look forward to Winter...
Forum: Commuting
09-11-15, 03:03 AM
Replies: 42
Views: 6,247
Posted By narr33

Andiamo padded underwear and Rivendell MUSA pants...

Andiamo padded underwear and Rivendell MUSA pants work for me. I'm still looking for an ideal lightweight nylon cycling pants. MUSA are a bit restricted and heavy for early Fall/Late Spring, but are...
Forum: Commuting
07-25-12, 08:56 AM
Replies: 26
Views: 7,428
Posted By narr33

I had a Pugsley for winter commuting with two set...

I had a Pugsley for winter commuting with two set of wheels - endomorphs and studded tires. The studded tires were used about 90% of the time and the wide tires were an advantage only two or three...
Forum: Commuting
06-16-12, 02:26 PM
Replies: 46
Views: 3,136
Posted By narr33

I was hit several years ago and have a steel in...

I was hit several years ago and have a steel in my leg as a result. I now run bright lights front and rear daytime and nighttime and most importantly take the lane. I also thought I would never...
Forum: Commuting
06-16-12, 02:08 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 859
Posted By narr33

Elastic cord and cord locks - there is no hook so...

Elastic cord and cord locks - there is no hook so it can not disengage unexpectanly over a bump. I throw whatever I need in a shopping bag on a porteur rack and in three seconds and I am ready to go.
Forum: Fifty Plus (50+)
09-12-11, 08:15 AM
Replies: 39
Views: 18,071
Posted By narr33

Adambomb Any injury to the joint? Bones are...

Adambomb

Any injury to the joint? Bones are designed to heal quite nicely but joint injury may cause lingering pain. I have a plate in the leg and the except for very rare pain due to arthritis I...
Forum: Commuting
12-26-10, 10:51 AM
Replies: 13
Views: 11,709
Posted By narr33

I got hit by a 40mph cross wind at the crest of a...

I got hit by a 40mph cross wind at the crest of a hill on a commute on a carbon race bike. The wind blew me into the middle of the road, fortunately there were no cars behind me. The combination of...
Forum: Commuting
12-19-10, 12:05 AM
Replies: 18
Views: 14,477
Posted By narr33

I really like moustache bars and will probably...

I really like moustache bars and will probably always have at least one bike with them. They offer multiple hand positions and you can still get fairly low by grabbing the brake levers, and they...
Forum: Electronics, Lighting, & Gadgets
11-30-10, 12:19 AM
Replies: 72
Views: 3,677
Posted By narr33

I commute in all weather - in a heavy downpour or...

I commute in all weather - in a heavy downpour or fog two Dinotte rear lights and one superflash plus a reflective triangle are barely adequate. With 50mph+ traffic, drivers need to be aware of me...
Forum: Commuting
11-27-10, 07:37 PM
Replies: 26
Views: 2,507
Posted By narr33

+1 on the Nokian W-106 they are a bit heavy but...

+1 on the Nokian W-106
they are a bit heavy but rolling resistance is not bad. DC is still freeze/thaw country esp. in morning and evening. weather reports are not accurate all the time - extra...
Forum: Commuting
11-20-10, 10:20 AM
Replies: 33
Views: 36,365
Posted By narr33

Try the Brooks Colt. It is narrow like the team...

Try the Brooks Colt. It is narrow like the team pro but has thinner leather. Mine was broken in after a few rides. I gave up trying to break in a team pro.
Forum: Winter Cycling
11-12-10, 12:54 PM
Replies: 26
Views: 2,388
Posted By narr33

One of the most fun winter bikes I had was a...

One of the most fun winter bikes I had was a single speed cross bike with fenders and Nokion A10 studded tires. No worries about ice and could handle a few inches of snow, plus upkeep was simple.
Forum: Commuting
11-10-10, 10:15 AM
Replies: 51
Views: 2,365
Posted By narr33

Much safer at night. After years of commuting...

Much safer at night. After years of commuting with the return trip always at night I never had one problem at night. During the day I have had many close calls and hit twice by cars. Both accidents...
Forum: Electronics, Lighting, & Gadgets
10-10-10, 11:24 AM
Replies: 4
Views: 754
Posted By narr33

I have a 4D toplight that mounts to the rear...

I have a 4D toplight that mounts to the rear rack. The light is very large compared to most other taillights so it is easy to see at night from a distance. The light is not bright enough to be seen...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
09-26-10, 08:21 PM
Replies: 30
Views: 6,824
Posted By narr33

canyoneagle I had the same thought and put a...

canyoneagle

I had the same thought and put a 40 lb bag of cat litter on the rack when I installed it. While the rack can handle the weight and bulk without a problem, it would make the bike too...
Forum: Touring
09-26-10, 06:25 PM
Replies: 19
Views: 2,689
Posted By narr33

beautiful bike. How about fenders? 700C SKS...

beautiful bike. How about fenders? 700C SKS plastic fenders fit my 27" bike fine - there are also some very nice metal fenders out as well. I had very good experience with Scwalbe HS 159 27" tires...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
09-26-10, 08:56 AM
Replies: 30
Views: 6,824
Posted By narr33

I just put the VO porteur rack on my Rivendell...

I just put the VO porteur rack on my Rivendell Atlantis. With double fork eyelets the rack mounted easily and allows for addition fender attachment which is nice. The rack supports a large basket...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
06-07-10, 09:38 AM
Replies: 64
Views: 2,953
Posted By narr33

I would gladly take a test and pay money to get a...

I would gladly take a test and pay money to get a little license plate to put on the back of my bike if it would give biking more legitimacy as a form of transportation in the eyes of drivers. I...
Forum: Road Cycling
04-03-10, 09:02 PM
Replies: 335
Views: 32,932
Posted By narr33

I've ridden mid 80's aluminum, high end carbon,...

I've ridden mid 80's aluminum, high end carbon, and steel. The smoothest ride by far was a mid 80's Italian steel bike with 28mm tires. I agree with the the other posts that geometry means a great...
Forum: Touring
03-27-10, 12:15 PM
Replies: 46
Views: 2,775
Posted By narr33

I had a set of Topeak panniers that lasted about...

I had a set of Topeak panniers that lasted about three years (6 days a week) before the fabric started to develope holes and one zipper went. Replaced with Berthoud panniers - no zippers and more...
Forum: Commuting
02-20-10, 12:44 PM
Replies: 91
Views: 15,081
Posted By narr33

I have been using a hub dynomo with lumotec...

I have been using a hub dynomo with lumotec headlight and taillight for several years on my commuter. Return trip is at night so I use it 5 day a week. I still use battery lights as backup but after...
Forum: Fifty Plus (50+)
12-12-09, 05:54 PM
Replies: 39
Views: 18,071
Posted By narr33

I had an accident with a truck 1.5 years ago (at...

I had an accident with a truck 1.5 years ago (at 45) while commuting to work -knee surgery and unable to walk for 8 weeks. I started commuting a month after I could walk again but mentally I could...
Forum: Commuting
11-24-09, 12:03 AM
Replies: 12
Views: 840
Posted By narr33

I used plastic fenders (SKS) for a few years on a...

I used plastic fenders (SKS) for a few years on a touring/commute bike but found the constant spray from the stays would soak my feet. Metal fenders are much, much better with the stays on the...
Forum: Commuting
11-23-09, 11:51 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 3,598
Posted By narr33

I have moustache bars on two commuters. Best bar...

I have moustache bars on two commuters. Best bar for climbing, not as areo as drop bars but still pretty good. I like them higher than the saddle and a little shorter stem than drop bar, and tilted...
Forum: Commuting
10-14-09, 09:04 AM
Replies: 16
Views: 1,344
Posted By narr33

I find that rainware, and this means coated nylon...

I find that rainware, and this means coated nylon and Gore-tex, leaves me wet with sweat by the end of the ride because it does not breathe. I you use such garments make sure they have lots and lots...
Forum: Fifty Plus (50+)
10-02-09, 10:52 PM
Replies: 67
Views: 3,367
Posted By narr33

I commute and I return home around midnight, so...

I commute and I return home around midnight, so half of my riding is at night. I much prefer riding at night. I feel more 'in tune' with the bike because many of the distractions of the day are...
Forum: Folding Bikes
08-28-09, 09:19 AM
Replies: 1
Views: 545
Posted By narr33

Ernest Csuka

Ernest Csuka
Forum: Classic & Vintage
08-23-09, 01:53 PM
Replies: 20
Views: 1,338
Posted By narr33

I got caught in a down pour coming home fron work...

I got caught in a down pour coming home fron work about 11:30 on Friday. I was on a bike with fenders so that helped - but I removed the seat post when I got home to help it dry out. I also applied...
Forum: Commuting
04-17-09, 10:58 PM
Replies: 128
Views: 5,342
Posted By narr33

I prefer riding in a rain so long as it is not a...

I prefer riding in a rain so long as it is not a downpour. I run lights during the day and they are more visible during cloud cover. Also, I do not have to deal with people and their dogs on the bike...
Forum: Commuting
02-09-09, 11:32 PM
Replies: 78
Views: 4,740
Posted By narr33

I have been commuting full time year round for...

I have been commuting full time year round for over three years and I still get nervous before each commute. Once I am on the road it totally disappears and I enjoy the ride. I think the extra bit of...
Forum: Commuting
12-24-08, 06:53 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 722
Posted By narr33

+1 on mittens. I use ski mitts- I never found...

+1 on mittens. I use ski mitts- I never found gloves that work in cold weather.
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
10-21-08, 03:35 PM
Replies: 45
Views: 2,602
Posted By narr33

I do not know your situation so all I can offer...

I do not know your situation so all I can offer is what worked for me.

Routine, routine, routine. Go to bed the same time every night, get up (and out of bed) same time every morning. Make sure...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
10-19-08, 12:01 PM
Replies: 22
Views: 5,626
Posted By narr33

The one piece V stem and bar was called a...

The one piece V stem and bar was called a bullmoose.
Forum: Advocacy & Safety
10-11-08, 08:42 PM
Replies: 21
Views: 2,576
Posted By narr33

Sorry to hear about your injuries. That is rough....

Sorry to hear about your injuries. That is rough.
I used Continental Gatorskins years ago and stopped using them after two suspect sidewall blowouts. One on the front in good weather on a visibly...
Forum: Electronics, Lighting, & Gadgets
10-08-08, 01:47 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 643
Posted By narr33

I have the plus also. The standlight stays on for...

I have the plus also. The standlight stays on for a few minutes and is bright enough to be seen . I think is it worth it.
Forum: Commuting
09-25-08, 08:40 AM
Replies: 66
Views: 3,104
Posted By narr33

You have to decide if riding is worth the risk....

You have to decide if riding is worth the risk. After commuting full time for two years I was hit twice in a six month period and both times the driver was at fault. Two months ago I was broadsided...
Forum: Commuting
05-12-08, 12:05 AM
Replies: 100
Views: 7,572
Posted By narr33

I commute with a Rivendell Atlantis which has the...

I commute with a Rivendell Atlantis which has the same geometry as the LHT. I ride with 1.3" Ritchey Crossbite tires which can be fast when I want to be and can also handle the potholes, gravel etc....
Forum: Commuting
05-10-08, 08:48 AM
Replies: 38
Views: 4,047
Posted By narr33

I have a fairly steep quarter mile hill on my...

I have a fairly steep quarter mile hill on my commute that I would ride up five days a week and for over a year I was always out of breath when I got to the top. This past winter I mashed my way up...
Forum: Northeast
05-03-08, 04:00 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 5,096
Posted By narr33

The bike path along the river is flat, enjoyable...

The bike path along the river is flat, enjoyable ride but there are some road intersections to watch out for. Pauwlins road is two lane road, the shoulder varies but not much traffic so that should...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
05-03-08, 10:23 AM
Replies: 77
Views: 10,922
Posted By narr33

My main commuter for the past year has been a...

My main commuter for the past year has been a Rivendell Atlantis (with 26" wheels) and I recently purchased a Saluki. Before that my commuter was a 25 year old Dawes Galaxy and I have also owned high...
Forum: Commuting
05-03-08, 09:52 AM
Replies: 54
Views: 8,591
Posted By narr33

Rivendell MUSA pants - they have velcro cuff...

Rivendell MUSA pants - they have velcro cuff adjuster at the bottom.
Forum: Living Car Free
04-25-08, 10:04 AM
Replies: 11
Views: 787
Posted By narr33

According to the book Bicyling and the Law by Bob...

According to the book Bicyling and the Law by Bob Mionske there is no bicycle insurance in the United States although it is available in the U.K. and other countries. If you are found at fault in an...
Forum: Commuting
04-03-08, 11:49 AM
Replies: 68
Views: 3,970
Posted By narr33

My commute involves lots of traffic on some poor...

My commute involves lots of traffic on some poor roads. Before I first did my first commute I thought about how I was going to ride it alot. As I would drive my car to work I would plan lane...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
04-01-08, 09:05 AM
Replies: 16
Views: 2,917
Posted By narr33

I also get neck pain from time to time and for me...

I also get neck pain from time to time and for me it is a combination of stretching/lifting and bike fit. Stretching helps as does light weight lifting in the shoulder area. I have my saddle about...
Forum: Commuting
03-17-08, 11:59 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 567
Posted By narr33

The upright position provides more traction in...

The upright position provides more traction in snow and ice and lets the front float a little better. Wide bars would give more leaverage as well. Nokian Hakkapeliitta W106 700x35 work well for the...
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