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Forum: Commuting
06-26-11, 03:54 AM
Replies: 2
Views: 560
Posted By Nigal

I don't care for nor trust carbon fiber...

I don't care for nor trust carbon fiber personally. I'd sell it with the frame. You'll get and extra $50 just for being able to put "carbon fiber" in the ad.
06-21-11, 03:59 AM
Replies: 8
Views: 525
Posted By Nigal

What is it with cyclists always wanting to...

What is it with cyclists always wanting to streak? I think it's probably more about group think than activism. All those streakers would never do it outside of the herd.

There's good naked and...
Forum: Commuting
06-20-11, 05:38 AM
Replies: 17
Views: 1,007
Posted By Nigal

You gotta be careful around those damn Whole...

You gotta be careful around those damn Whole Foods!

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=MLaPlg7A2GU
Forum: Commuting
06-11-11, 07:41 AM
Replies: 3
Views: 454
Posted By Nigal

I found a site that sells some sweet fenders for...

I found a site that sells some sweet fenders for a good price.

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http://www.woodysfenders.com/store/index.php?main_page=product_info&cPath=7&products_id=218
Forum: Commuting
06-10-11, 03:26 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 454
Posted By Nigal

Awesome! Ecovelo is my favorite blog and I...

Awesome! Ecovelo is my favorite blog and I really enjoyed the commuter profiles.

And woody fenders are sexy as hell.
Forum: Commuting
06-03-11, 06:13 AM
Replies: 66
Views: 3,420
Posted By Nigal

Chain/lock < gun You never know what someone...

Chain/lock < gun

You never know what someone else is carrying so physical confrontation is not the answer. But I do understand your feelings though. Just try to take comfort in the knowledge...
Forum: Touring
05-26-11, 06:47 AM
Replies: 36
Views: 2,807
Posted By Nigal

I use a trailer because my bike (Raleigh Clubman)...

I use a trailer because my bike (Raleigh Clubman) isn't heavy enough for touring. I spent $150 for a Croozer as opposed to $800-$1,500 for a touring bike and it has allowed me to begin touring. ...
Forum: Touring
05-24-11, 06:52 PM
Replies: 4,824
Views: 2,621,433
Posted By Nigal

My 2010 Raleigh Clubman hooked up to my Croozer...

My 2010 Raleigh Clubman hooked up to my Croozer Cargo Trailer. Planning on doing a 200-300 mile trip next month here in Ohio.

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Forum: Touring
05-23-11, 03:57 AM
Replies: 26
Views: 1,249
Posted By Nigal

I'm heading out on my first multi-day trip the...

I'm heading out on my first multi-day trip the second week in June and I'm also staying at campgrounds. I've been backpacking for years so food prep is not much of a hassle. I do a lot of...
Forum: Commuting
05-13-11, 06:49 PM
Replies: 14
Views: 957
Posted By Nigal

I use the proofhide on my Swift just for wate...

I use the proofhide on my Swift just for wate rproofness and to avoid dryingcracking. Even then ya only have to use it once or twice a year. the proofhide does nothing for breaking in. From what I...
Forum: Commuting
05-13-11, 05:15 AM
Replies: 18
Views: 1,394
Posted By Nigal

I want one of these... 201753

I want one of these...

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Forum: Commuting
05-13-11, 05:08 AM
Replies: 57
Views: 2,557
Posted By Nigal

Getting yelled at or honked at needlessly is a...

Getting yelled at or honked at needlessly is a good thing. I have burned a lot of extra calories trying to catch them at a red light. LOL!
Forum: Commuting
05-11-11, 05:01 PM
Replies: 217
Views: 9,161
Posted By Nigal

Duh winning! LOL!

Duh winning! LOL!
Forum: Commuting
05-11-11, 05:23 AM
Replies: 217
Views: 9,161
Posted By Nigal

Good for you. It's simply guys being guys. I...

Good for you. It's simply guys being guys. I lived with shop ball busting for years. The last thing you can show is anger or weakness. Sometimes the best way is join in on the joke or turn it on...
05-05-11, 04:54 AM
Replies: 34
Views: 1,428
Posted By Nigal

LOL! Dude you hid in the store so you wouldn't...

LOL! Dude you hid in the store so you wouldn't even have to confront him. Then you come here and you're talking **** like "he's lucky I didn't put a hole in his skull!"
Would I have kicked his...
05-05-11, 04:42 AM
Replies: 34
Views: 1,428
Posted By Nigal

I don't know enough to be ashamed? Ashamed of...

I don't know enough to be ashamed? Ashamed of what?

So if this incident would "require violence" you must run into a lot of instances where "violence is required", yes? Exactly how many times...
05-04-11, 07:02 PM
Replies: 34
Views: 1,428
Posted By Nigal

So if he had the balls to kick his ass over it,...

So if he had the balls to kick his ass over it, then it'd be justified violence?
05-04-11, 05:21 AM
Replies: 34
Views: 1,428
Posted By Nigal

I would have simply told him to keep his dog away...

I would have simply told him to keep his dog away from my bike. We are, by and large, a shameless society any more so I have lowered my expectations of getting satisfaction from others. It's hardly...
05-04-11, 04:04 AM
Replies: 34
Views: 1,428
Posted By Nigal

If this simple incident is enough to move you to...

If this simple incident is enough to move you to violence I think a little piss on your tire is the least of your worries.
04-28-11, 06:32 PM
Replies: 715
Views: 400,565
Posted By Nigal

Finally got some pics of my new trailer after a...

Finally got some pics of my new trailer after a trip to the store.

Case of water for size comparison.

http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v14/Nigal/Bike%20Stuff/438.jpg

Weeks worth of...
04-27-11, 04:20 AM
Replies: 60
Views: 2,886
Posted By Nigal

I for one am not a bit surprised that someone in...

I for one am not a bit surprised that someone in the media has come out with a story that based in fear. If you believe the media's bull**** you'll end up living your life in fear and thinking death...
Forum: Commuting
04-27-11, 04:14 AM
Replies: 760
Views: 152,498
Posted By Nigal

Best thing I ever found was an 8-track of The...

Best thing I ever found was an 8-track of The Best of ZZ Top.
Forum: Commuting
04-20-11, 04:17 AM
Replies: 7
Views: 866
Posted By Nigal

I have the bag they sell for that rack and while...

I have the bag they sell for that rack and while it doesn't fit your criteria, it is a good bag.

http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v14/Nigal/Bike%20Stuff/bikes004.jpg
Forum: Commuting
04-19-11, 05:32 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 866
Posted By Nigal

Give this a look. $102 but damn is it pretty. ...

Give this a look. $102 but damn is it pretty.

http://www.rivbike.com/products/show/sackville-trunksack-small/20-134
03-25-11, 05:48 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 1,006
Posted By Nigal

I've been eyeballing the Croozer trailer there. ...

I've been eyeballing the Croozer trailer there.

http://www.nashbar.com/bikes/Product_10053_10052_136077_-1___
Forum: Commuting
09-03-10, 03:33 AM
Replies: 20
Views: 1,011
Posted By Nigal

I would think you could do it. I also think a...

I would think you could do it. I also think a tri bike is a bit silly for commuting and you could find something much more practical and comfortable. Btu again, it's biking so have at it and enjoy....
Forum: Commuting
09-03-10, 03:26 AM
Replies: 33
Views: 3,640
Posted By Nigal

Don't steal bikes bro! ...

Don't steal bikes bro! (http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ZfTicjVG_ZU)
Forum: Commuting
07-25-10, 04:19 AM
Replies: 27
Views: 1,205
Posted By Nigal

Thanks for understanding my view. There is a...

Thanks for understanding my view. There is a catch-22 to it too. Many drivers are ignorant of the laws concerning cycling and sharing the road and they DO need to be told. The bad thing is that a...
Forum: Commuting
07-24-10, 08:03 PM
Replies: 29
Views: 10,919
Posted By Nigal

The only two concerns I have with the Basil bags...

The only two concerns I have with the Basil bags from reading reviews is the weight and the fact they strap on and aren't as easy to pop off and on.
07-24-10, 05:04 AM
Replies: 97
Views: 58,717
Posted By Nigal

Wow small world! I was doing searches on Youtube...

Wow small world! I was doing searches on Youtube for Big Dummies and found one someone posted. Then I checked out some of his other vids and watched his whole series of his Continental Divide ride....
Forum: Commuting
07-24-10, 04:57 AM
Replies: 27
Views: 1,205
Posted By Nigal

I'll probably get run out of here with torches...

I'll probably get run out of here with torches and pitch forks for saying this and PLEASE, do not take this the wrong way but I think a lot of times bicyclists have a chip on their shoulder as if...
07-23-10, 10:32 PM
Replies: 97
Views: 58,717
Posted By Nigal

I'm planning on putting some mustache bars on my...

I'm planning on putting some mustache bars on my commuter and was wanting feedback from the group on the brake levers I want to use. I'm having trouble figuring out if the levers will follow the...
07-23-10, 10:28 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 3,155
Posted By Nigal

Do you own a blender? Or a mixer? I just buy a...

Do you own a blender? Or a mixer? I just buy a quart of cream and put it in the Kitchen Aid mixer, turn it on and come back when I hear it thumping around. Take the lump and press it out between...
07-23-10, 10:19 PM
Replies: 97
Views: 58,717
Posted By Nigal

That is one tasty bike! I love the VO stuff.

That is one tasty bike! I love the VO stuff.
Forum: Commuting
07-23-10, 10:06 PM
Replies: 29
Views: 10,919
Posted By Nigal

I love the new bike. Do you notice much rolling...

I love the new bike. Do you notice much rolling resistance from the dynamo hub? I like the bags too. Canvas really stays with the style of the bike. Black nylon bags would kill the look. I'm...
Forum: Commuting
07-10-10, 03:01 PM
Replies: 15,695
Views: 12,380,859
Posted By Nigal

Probably. After Ohio. Yeah, I'm not even...

Probably. After Ohio.

Yeah, I'm not even buying that BS. LOL!
Forum: Commuting
07-03-10, 09:31 PM
Replies: 64
Views: 3,763
Posted By Nigal

I saw no gain and it just felt unnatural to me. ...

I saw no gain and it just felt unnatural to me. I'm selling the shoes and the peddles and am back to the toe clips.
Forum: Commuting
06-24-10, 03:40 AM
Replies: 11
Views: 761
Posted By Nigal

Awesome job! Kudos.

Awesome job! Kudos.
06-23-10, 03:32 AM
Replies: 14
Views: 2,980
Posted By Nigal

No. http://www.bustedcarbon.com/

No.

http://www.bustedcarbon.com/
Forum: Commuting
06-23-10, 03:26 AM
Replies: 9
Views: 693
Posted By Nigal

I found a mirror took nearly all the nervousness...

I found a mirror took nearly all the nervousness out of riding in traffic. Knowing what's behind you makes all the difference in the world. I can usually tell which drivers aren't give me the room...
Forum: Commuting
06-22-10, 03:46 AM
Replies: 11
Views: 761
Posted By Nigal

I have the same rack but it's on the front and I...

I have the same rack but it's on the front and I got the bag that is made for it. I like your set up too.

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06-21-10, 08:50 AM
Replies: 8
Views: 2,720
Posted By Nigal

I got the matching small front rack too but sadly...

I got the matching small front rack too but sadly the bike doesn't have the right hardware for it so it's going back. I found the rear rack at REI for $90 but found it else where for $60.
06-21-10, 03:48 AM
Replies: 12
Views: 971
Posted By Nigal

You couldn't go wrong with any of these bikes...

You couldn't go wrong with any of these bikes being discussed. I went through the same list and it really comes down to personal tastes. I got a Raleigh Clubman but was looking at all the others...
06-21-10, 03:32 AM
Replies: 54
Views: 3,036
Posted By Nigal

Heat is very relative. I spend all day going...

Heat is very relative. I spend all day going from my air conditioned house to my air conditioned car to an air conditioned work place yet I think nothing of going backpacking when it's 90 out. Same...
06-21-10, 03:26 AM
Replies: 26
Views: 2,365
Posted By Nigal

I've got a couple pair of shorts so I can...

I've got a couple pair of shorts so I can understand why bibs would be great but I have no need for the shorts. Even on longer rides of 50+ miles simple wicking underwear and regular athletic shorts...
06-20-10, 10:09 AM
Replies: 8
Views: 2,720
Posted By Nigal

It came down between the Clubman and the Cross...

It came down between the Clubman and the Cross Check and I chose the Clubman. I've had my Clubman for about a month now and I love it. I had trouble with fender clearance but finally got it tuned...
Forum: Commuting
06-20-10, 09:57 AM
Replies: 15,695
Views: 12,380,859
Posted By Nigal

My old Trek 700 with it's new front rack and bag...

My old Trek 700 with it's new front rack and bag from Nashbar.

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My new Raleigh Clubman with Axiom rack I added and my $3 stainless bottle I got at Kohls.

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06-10-10, 06:39 PM
Replies: 181
Views: 25,617
Posted By Nigal

Agreed! For the price of a pair of lycra bibs...

Agreed! For the price of a pair of lycra bibs and a cheap jersey I can buy a tweed Nigel Smythe Big Loafer rack bag.


http://www.rivbike.com/products/show/nigel-smythe-big-loafer/20-162
Forum: Commuting
06-10-10, 03:50 AM
Replies: 93
Views: 4,523
Posted By Nigal

I also try to practice preemptive kindness. ...

I also try to practice preemptive kindness. Whenever someone passes me and give me the room I need to be comfortable I give them a nice wave. Nothing keeps the A-holes at bay like building your own...
Forum: Commuting
06-10-10, 03:42 AM
Replies: 32
Views: 1,959
Posted By Nigal

Sometimes when you wear it on your ride to work...

Sometimes when you wear it on your ride to work and you walk into the office even the people in the back corners smell your funk. Without lycra those people would not get to enjoy your funk.
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