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Forum: Commuting
12-04-07, 12:22 PM
Replies: 19
Views: 755
Posted By Bikenstein

I knew that would be the answer. Like I said, I'm...

I knew that would be the answer. Like I said, I'm OK with taking the lane and making drivers go around. My biggest concern is that drivers will be so distracted by the conditions and so oblivious to...
Forum: Commuting
12-04-07, 10:00 AM
Replies: 19
Views: 755
Posted By Bikenstein

Snowplow Trucks

This year I am set up to ride through the worst the winter has to offer, as far as the weather is concerned. Yesterday, I encountered a new man-made foe. Snowplow trucks.

I have two options for...
Forum: Commuting
05-17-07, 09:22 AM
Replies: 22
Views: 807
Posted By Bikenstein

I race triathlons. Some days I use commute rides...

I race triathlons. Some days I use commute rides as training. Some days, they are just transportation. If you add training to your commuting, just make sure you eat enough to recover between rides...
Forum: Commuting
03-21-07, 03:12 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 505
Posted By Bikenstein

Yes. The seller also threw in a bunch of extras,...

Yes. The seller also threw in a bunch of extras, all for $300.
Forum: Commuting
03-20-07, 09:06 AM
Replies: 6
Views: 505
Posted By Bikenstein

More info about the bike: 1995/96 Reparto...

More info about the bike:

1995/96 Reparto Corse lugged steel frame
FIR wheels with Ultegra hubs
DA brifters and rear derailer
XT crankset, front derailer, brakes, and headset
Syncros stem and...
Forum: Commuting
03-19-07, 01:55 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 505
Posted By Bikenstein

Help Pricing a Used Bianchi

I also posted this in the cyclocross forum, but I figure that the bike will end up as one of my commuters so I'll also post it here.

I have a chance to test ride and potentially buy a late 90's...
Forum: Cyclocross and Gravelbiking (Recreational)
03-19-07, 10:59 AM
Replies: 2
Views: 498
Posted By Bikenstein

Help Pricing a Used Bianchi

I have a chance to test ride and potentially buy a late 90's Bianchi cross bike tomorrow. I am unsure of the exact year or model. I know it was raced for a couple seasons and supposedly has a full...
Forum: Commuting
01-24-07, 09:42 AM
Replies: 36
Views: 2,512
Posted By Bikenstein

Hi, I'm also in NH. I commuted though the...

Hi, I'm also in NH. I commuted though the single-digits last week with no problems. It wasn't as cold this morning, but it will be the next couple days. Once It's down in the low teens or single...
Forum: Northeast
01-05-07, 02:49 PM
Replies: 151
Views: 14,923
Posted By Bikenstein

Merrimack, NH Any of you happen to be one of...

Merrimack, NH

Any of you happen to be one of the two other commuters I regularly see cruising the oposite way down Continental Blvd?
Forum: Commuting
01-04-07, 12:05 PM
Replies: 41
Views: 2,577
Posted By Bikenstein

Maybe they all run on biodiesel.

Maybe they all run on biodiesel.
Forum: Commuting
01-04-07, 08:15 AM
Replies: 30
Views: 12,479
Posted By Bikenstein

You could pick up a junk bike for free or just a...

You could pick up a junk bike for free or just a few dollars. Take it to the rack when there is space an lock to the rack. When you ride your good bike, simply swap it out with the junker. You'll...
Forum: Commuting
12-06-06, 12:17 PM
Replies: 25
Views: 1,125
Posted By Bikenstein

You may want to try a tighter-fitting base layer....

You may want to try a tighter-fitting base layer. I've elimnated the problem by wearing a surfing rash guard under my other layers when I run. It works great, especially on wet days when you get...
Forum: Commuting
10-06-06, 11:25 AM
Replies: 52
Views: 3,120
Posted By Bikenstein

In this imagined future, I will need a bike...

In this imagined future, I will need a bike capable of carrying grain and large pots. I plan to use my brewing knowledge to further my survival. Mankind has always and will always use alcohol. By...
Forum: Alt Bike Culture
09-28-06, 01:43 PM
Replies: 1,147
Views: 498,424
Posted By Bikenstein

Here's a bike I built to ride with my kids. They...

Here's a bike I built to ride with my kids. They are just learning to ride so I needed something slow.

http://i89.photobucket.com/albums/k203/32hoss32/Beast%20Bike/P9280043.jpg
...
Forum: Commuting
06-30-06, 07:38 AM
Replies: 13
Views: 948
Posted By Bikenstein

I just read online that a bridge on the W&OD...

I just read online that a bridge on the W&OD trail is closed. Is there an easy way to circumvent this?
Forum: Commuting
06-23-06, 06:45 AM
Replies: 13
Views: 948
Posted By Bikenstein

Wow! Thanks for all the detail. I'll lay that...

Wow! Thanks for all the detail. I'll lay that course over some google maps and adpat as needed when I'm down there.
Forum: Commuting
06-22-06, 03:23 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 948
Posted By Bikenstein

Thanks for the response. I believe she works near...

Thanks for the response. I believe she works near the 695 intersection with 309. My primary goal for the route is to avoid car traffic. Hills are preferable to traffic any day. The ultimate plan...
Forum: Commuting
06-22-06, 02:51 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 948
Posted By Bikenstein

Bike Paths Near Fairfax, VA

I am trying to map out a route between Fairfax and McLean, VA, and am wondering if there are any good paths or bike-friendly roads or sections betwen the two. I will be visiting my sister in a couple...
Forum: Commuting
05-24-06, 03:27 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 388
Posted By Bikenstein

Commuter Theme Song

Listening to John Lennon's Watchin the Wheels for the 500th time, I suddendly realized how easily the lyrics can be applied to bike commuting.


People say I'm crazy doing what I'm doing
Well...
Forum: Commuting
05-15-06, 07:57 AM
Replies: 0
Views: 401
Posted By Bikenstein

New Hampshire Commute

Any commuters get sidelined by the flooding this weekend? I changed my route today to avoid possibly flooded back roads, but experienced no real inconvenience other than the heavy rain. Granted we...
Forum: Commuting
05-12-06, 07:15 AM
Replies: 31
Views: 1,207
Posted By Bikenstein

I put up some signs around the office. It's going...

I put up some signs around the office. It's going to be tough to recruit any new riders next week as it is supposed to rain everyday.

I'm the only one in my office of 500+ people who commutes by...
Forum: Commuting
05-09-06, 07:37 AM
Replies: 2
Views: 370
Posted By Bikenstein

Bike to work week

I am having a bit of trouble with the search feature timing out, so please forgive me if this has been recently covered.

I am looking for any posters advertising bike to work week (5/15 - 5/19)...
Forum: Road Cycling
04-24-06, 12:04 PM
Replies: 65
Views: 2,318
Posted By Bikenstein

Keep in mind that the bigger iPods use disk-based...

Keep in mind that the bigger iPods use disk-based storage with moving parts. The nano uses flash memory. No internal moving parts and no chance of skipping.
Forum: Commuting
03-03-06, 12:44 PM
Replies: 31
Views: 1,795
Posted By Bikenstein

I get some odd looks on my single speed 80's...

I get some odd looks on my single speed 80's Peugeot with fenders, huge platform pedals, and a milk crate on the back. To make the package complete, I ride with my full-face downhill helmet when it's...
Forum: Advocacy & Safety
02-06-06, 12:35 PM
Replies: 50
Views: 9,521
Posted By Bikenstein

Depends on what you get. They all have failure...

Depends on what you get. They all have failure points, but a good downhill helmet should take most of the force out a fall before reaching failure. Some hands-on investigation can give you a general...
Forum: Advocacy & Safety
02-03-06, 03:07 PM
Replies: 50
Views: 9,521
Posted By Bikenstein

Visibility suffers a bit. It can also press...

Visibility suffers a bit. It can also press against large backpacks while in the drops. Without the pack, it's no problem.
Forum: Advocacy & Safety
02-03-06, 03:05 PM
Replies: 50
Views: 9,521
Posted By Bikenstein

I ride with my full-face downhill helmet when...

I ride with my full-face downhill helmet when it's cold or I will be dealing with a lot of traffic. Visibility is reduced a bit. You really have to turn your head to see behind you. Also the helmet...
Forum: Alt Bike Culture
02-01-06, 08:49 AM
Replies: 9
Views: 1,084
Posted By Bikenstein

That motorcycle uses independent suspension for...

That motorcycle uses independent suspension for each wheel. You could try something similar so that the inside wheel can move up during a turn, while the outside wheel stays down. Perhaps something...
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