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Forum: Advocacy & Safety
08-12-18, 08:21 AM
Replies: 25
Views: 3,928
Posted By there

Very interesting. Thanks!

Very interesting. Thanks!
Forum: Advocacy & Safety
08-11-18, 08:25 AM
Replies: 25
Views: 3,928
Posted By there

For the last five years, I've worked to make my...

For the last five years, I've worked to make my house plastic-free. It's been an awesome adventure - and I've made it a long way so far! The majority of the time, there is a choice between a plastic...
Forum: Advocacy & Safety
08-09-18, 08:57 PM
Replies: 25
Views: 3,928
Posted By there

Suum cuique: To each his own :foo: Yes...

Suum cuique: To each his own :foo:


Yes and yes. Define "short life". Some might define that as forever.


Something like a heart valve comes to mind as justified. It's a long-term use case...
Forum: Advocacy & Safety
08-09-18, 06:43 PM
Replies: 20
Views: 2,526
Posted By there

:p You can always blame it on crash...

:p

You can always blame it on crash protection. Hey, just like a helmet. If your street cred is okay with helmets, then just say the mask is to protect your face in the case of a nose dive into...
Forum: Advocacy & Safety
08-08-18, 08:41 PM
Replies: 20
Views: 2,526
Posted By there

:roflmao:

:roflmao:
Forum: Advocacy & Safety
08-08-18, 08:41 PM
Replies: 20
Views: 2,526
Posted By there

Thanks. I do happen to have one of those (beard,...

Thanks. I do happen to have one of those (beard, that is).
Forum: Advocacy & Safety
08-08-18, 02:00 PM
Replies: 25
Views: 3,928
Posted By there

My understanding is that it remains intact as...

My understanding is that it remains intact as long as it is not for a protracted period of time, and that it is also temperature dependent in that it is solid at cooler temperature but liquid at 150F.
Forum: Advocacy & Safety
08-08-18, 01:50 PM
Replies: 20
Views: 2,526
Posted By there

Air filter face mask

Does anyone have recommendations for air filter masks?

Background: I'm going to living and commuting in the city. I find it bad enough to walk near traffic, let alone be trailing buses every day....
Forum: Advocacy & Safety
08-08-18, 12:24 PM
Replies: 25
Views: 3,928
Posted By there

The Giro Silo looks great. Unfortunately, it's...

The Giro Silo looks great. Unfortunately, it's showing as out of stock on the Giro website (https://www.giro.com/us_en/silo-12.html). Thanks for the link on the recycled plastic helmet. I'm avoiding...
Forum: Electronics, Lighting, & Gadgets
08-08-18, 11:26 AM
Replies: 21
Views: 3,057
Posted By there

I suppose there is this:...

I suppose there is this: (https://www.rei.com/product/109692/light-motion-seca-1800-race-front-bike-light), which looks to match at least the physical dimensions.
Forum: Electronics, Lighting, & Gadgets
08-08-18, 11:24 AM
Replies: 21
Views: 3,057
Posted By there

Thanks for your comments in the other thread, by...

Thanks for your comments in the other thread, by the way.
Forum: Electronics, Lighting, & Gadgets
08-08-18, 11:23 AM
Replies: 21
Views: 3,057
Posted By there

Here's another one:...

Here's another one: (https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B017B76D1O/). Not sure about going to a local bike shop. Here is REI online:...
Forum: Electronics, Lighting, & Gadgets
08-08-18, 10:14 AM
Replies: 21
Views: 3,057
Posted By there

Yeah, to a large extent. I thought that the UPS...

Yeah, to a large extent. I thought that the UPS headlight was a different take on it and was wondering if someone had specific ideas to create this.

At this point, I'm kind of leaning more toward...
Forum: Electronics, Lighting, & Gadgets
08-08-18, 09:59 AM
Replies: 21
Views: 3,057
Posted By there

I think another fun idea would be a low-power...

I think another fun idea would be a low-power version of the UPS headlight. Something in the range of 2-4 watts would be great. I'm thinking along the lines of a LED backlight (example 45mm x 86mm...
Forum: Electronics, Lighting, & Gadgets
08-08-18, 07:47 AM
Replies: 21
Views: 3,057
Posted By there

Semi-dim headlight for visibility

Coming back bike rider and somewhat experienced electrician. In terms of electrical, I've done a small amount of circuit soldering, worked some on automobile electrical lighting and wiring.

I...
Forum: Advocacy & Safety
08-07-18, 09:39 PM
Replies: 25
Views: 3,928
Posted By there

So now to integrate MIPS technology as well. Hm....

So now to integrate MIPS technology as well. Hm. Probably not too hard, right?

I've got some ingredients:

A big roll of corkboard
Various thinwood pieces (varying in weights and thicknesses...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
08-07-18, 09:44 AM
Replies: 22
Views: 1,335
Posted By there

On the topic of brakes, does anyone have details...

On the topic of brakes, does anyone have details of buying a front tire with motor that could be used for engine braking? Something along the lines of the product listed here:...
Forum: Advocacy & Safety
08-07-18, 07:33 AM
Replies: 25
Views: 3,928
Posted By there

Wow! That thing looks awesome. All it needs is a...

Wow! That thing looks awesome. All it needs is a thin layer of waterproofed 100% cotton canvas cover to keep it safe in the rain. Thanks for sharing! Now to find out about availability...

Just in...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
08-06-18, 09:10 PM
Replies: 22
Views: 1,335
Posted By there

I'd also like something along the lines of an air...

I'd also like something along the lines of an air horn, to use when necessary.
Forum: Advocacy & Safety
08-06-18, 09:04 PM
Replies: 25
Views: 3,928
Posted By there

Yes, of course. I guess I'm thinking along the...

Yes, of course. I guess I'm thinking along the lines of {super lightweight steel material{ with foam or {some sort of natural foam padding{. Insert unknown material into the curly-braces. (Sorry the...
Forum: Advocacy & Safety
08-06-18, 08:46 PM
Replies: 25
Views: 3,928
Posted By there

Non-plastic "natural" helmet material

I'm into non-plastic and foam "natural" materials and looking to buy a helmet for the first time (getting back to riding after +10 years). Are there any modern helmets, maybe even implementing mips,...
Forum: Electronics, Lighting, & Gadgets
08-06-18, 08:15 PM
Replies: 64
Views: 19,096
Posted By there

I'd like to run a light off of a lipo battery,...

I'd like to run a light off of a lipo battery, and regenerate energy for the lipo battery from braking and riding in "regen" mode (a mode where there is a slight constant friction applied to the bike...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
08-06-18, 06:48 PM
Replies: 22
Views: 1,335
Posted By there

The decal on the front says Reseau M. I'd...

The decal on the front says Reseau M.

I'd like to get a pair of leather cycling gloves. I'm not going with foam on the handle bars. But I suppose I could consider rubber.
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
08-06-18, 06:32 PM
Replies: 22
Views: 1,335
Posted By there

Yes, near Montreal. It's canadian, so $200 was...

Yes, near Montreal. It's canadian, so $200 was about $155.
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
08-06-18, 06:32 PM
Replies: 22
Views: 1,335
Posted By there

A few mentions now about aluminum wheels working...

A few mentions now about aluminum wheels working better in snow. Can someone explain? A quick search online states that it's opposite for car wheels (steel is preferred in winter).

I expect the...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
08-06-18, 12:36 PM
Replies: 22
Views: 1,335
Posted By there

Notice how there is only the rear derailleur and...

Notice how there is only the rear derailleur and the single smaller crankset gear.

Yesterday, I had the great opportunity to meet with a bike friend specialist and check over the bike together....
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
08-06-18, 12:19 PM
Replies: 22
Views: 1,335
Posted By there

As requested ....... :D :beer: ...

As requested .......

:D :beer:
https://cimg8.ibsrv.net/gimg/bikeforums.net-vbulletin/600x450/00s0s_eirf40iot4z_600x450_58ab27a1207b986c69a3051926ad4c6d5f78ed2e.jpg...
Forum: Electronics, Lighting, & Gadgets
08-06-18, 12:18 PM
Replies: 64
Views: 19,096
Posted By there

I would love to have one of these UPS rounded...

I would love to have one of these UPS rounded headlights. Mounted on a bike, I imagine this would be very visible.
...
Forum: Electronics, Lighting, & Gadgets
08-06-18, 07:59 AM
Replies: 64
Views: 19,096
Posted By there

:) :D :lol:

:) :D :lol:
Forum: Electronics, Lighting, & Gadgets
08-04-18, 08:23 PM
Replies: 64
Views: 19,096
Posted By there

:p

:p
Forum: Electronics, Lighting, & Gadgets
08-04-18, 04:18 PM
Replies: 64
Views: 19,096
Posted By there

I'm looking to be seen, during the day and during...

I'm looking to be seen, during the day and during the night. In terms of myself being able to see the road at night, I'm thinking of a simple light (inexpensive but highly reviewed).

I have a lot...
Forum: Electronics, Lighting, & Gadgets
08-02-18, 04:53 PM
Replies: 64
Views: 19,096
Posted By there

Yes, I'm thinking more along the lines of...

Yes, I'm thinking more along the lines of diffracted light.
Forum: Electronics, Lighting, & Gadgets
08-02-18, 03:23 PM
Replies: 64
Views: 19,096
Posted By there

Thanks for responses! Very informative.

Thanks for responses! Very informative.
Forum: Electronics, Lighting, & Gadgets
08-02-18, 02:26 PM
Replies: 64
Views: 19,096
Posted By there

Thanks for responses! I would like something that...

Thanks for responses! I would like something that is about as visible as a car's headlight. Pretty much the idea is to looking like a slow-moving motorcycle coming down the street.
Forum: Electronics, Lighting, & Gadgets
08-02-18, 09:35 AM
Replies: 64
Views: 19,096
Posted By there

Bike headlight matching car headlight wattage

Hi everyone!
New here :)
So I'd like a car headlight on my bike. I've come across the Night Sun Bicycle Light Headlight. I think it's 30 watts. I've read online car headlights are around 55 watts....
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
08-02-18, 09:32 AM
Replies: 22
Views: 1,335
Posted By there

I've gone with the motobecane :)

I've gone with the motobecane :)
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
07-30-18, 06:50 AM
Replies: 22
Views: 1,335
Posted By there

Recommendation for used bike

Hi everyone! I'm new here.

I'm looking for a daily commuter road bike. Which of the bikes at the bottom look like a good fit?

More background info:

I haven't had a bike for maybe 20 years....
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
07-30-18, 05:51 AM
Replies: 0
Views: 231
Posted By there

Hi everyone! I'm new here :)

Hi everyone!
I'm new here :)
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
07-29-18, 04:21 PM
Replies: 27
Views: 1,968
Posted By there

Hi, I just want to reply here b/c I'm a new...

Hi, I just want to reply here b/c I'm a new member and cannot make a post.
And hey, it's the same topic as my question!
I am looking at around the same budget, sub-200.

I'm interested in...
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