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Forum: Commuting
08-14-19, 06:14 PM
Replies: 53
Views: 9,186
Posted By sathomasga

I'd start by considering a couple of questions: ...

I'd start by considering a couple of questions:

1. How much light output do you need?
2. How long do you need it?

The first depends mostly on your commute route. If it's on reasonably well-lit...
Forum: Commuting
10-06-16, 03:51 PM
Replies: 21
Views: 3,912
Posted By sathomasga

Ottolock ?

If you can wait until early next year, the OTTOLOCK (https://www.kickstarter.com/projects/ottolock/ottolocktm-the-go-anywhere-cinch-lock-for-bikes-an) might be a possibility:
Forum: Commuting
09-26-16, 03:05 PM
Replies: 55
Views: 11,383
Posted By sathomasga

Gyro Grind: ...

Gyro Grind:

http://www.giro.com/media/catalog/product/cache/1/image/479x/9df78eab33525d08d6e5fb8d27136e95/G/i/Giro_S_Grynd_BlackSquiggle_34.jpg
Forum: Commuting
06-18-15, 01:27 PM
Replies: 19
Views: 5,445
Posted By sathomasga

If you have a mechanical hard disk, sure. But if...

If you have a mechanical hard disk, sure. But if you have a solid state drive like many newer laptops (e.g. MacBook Air), then there are no moving parts for bumps and potholes to damage. In which...
Forum: Commuting
06-20-14, 12:21 PM
Replies: 43
Views: 12,092
Posted By sathomasga

Keen used to make a version of their Austin that...

Keen used to make a version of their Austin that could accept SPD cleats. (They're my goto commuter shoes.) You can still find them on clearance around the Internet.

388404

For example, Sierra...
Forum: Commuting
06-09-14, 05:04 PM
Replies: 102
Views: 6,069
Posted By sathomasga

I've been cycling seriously (commute round trips...

I've been cycling seriously (commute round trips as long as 70 miles) in serious traffic (mostly Atlanta, some in Phoenix) for almost 25 years, averaging a few thousand miles a year. I've never been...
Forum: Commuting
05-30-14, 08:13 AM
Replies: 4
Views: 1,202
Posted By sathomasga

Just don't care for the City Biker.

Just don't care for the City Biker.
Forum: Commuting
05-30-14, 06:40 AM
Replies: 4
Views: 1,202
Posted By sathomasga

Adding KLICKfix Handlebar Adapter to a Rear Rack

Hi Folks,

On days that I don't need to carry a bunch of gear to work, a simple handlebar bag is plenty big enough. (The Ortlieb Barista (http://www.ortliebusa.com/prodInfo.asp?pid=447&cid=2) is a...
Forum: Commuting
05-07-14, 12:59 PM
Replies: 48
Views: 10,736
Posted By sathomasga

Belt Drive and Fixing a Flat

Hi Folks,

I'm starting to consider a belt drive for my next bike, and I'm curious about something that doesn't seem to get a lot of coverage. How challenging is it to fix a rear flat? More...
Forum: Commuting
11-08-13, 01:34 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 1,050
Posted By sathomasga

Rather than worry about shoes, my approach is to...

Rather than worry about shoes, my approach is to go with waterproof socks, like these (http://www.rei.com/product/729120/seirus-hyperlite-stormsocks-waterproof-socks) from REI. Then you can wear your...
Forum: Commuting
05-06-12, 03:05 PM
Replies: 24
Views: 1,443
Posted By sathomasga

No reason to give up commuting. Depending on the...

No reason to give up commuting. Depending on the route (construction, etc.), my round trip can be 50 miles. If you're not used to the distance, work up to it. Only commute 2-3 days a week at first,...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
06-11-11, 06:12 AM
Replies: 1
Views: 435
Posted By sathomasga

X-7 Trigger Shifter - Easy Fix for Indicator Misalignment?

Some time over the past few rides, the indicator for my X-7 trigger shifter (RD) has slipped. It's now in a position one lower than the actual gear. Shifts themselves still work fine through all the...
Forum: Commuting
10-19-09, 09:24 AM
Replies: 22
Views: 906
Posted By sathomasga

I concur with those that advocate good wool...

I concur with those that advocate good wool socks. One thing to watch out for, however, is wearing socks that are much thicker than typical with the same pair of shoes. That can make the shoes too...
Forum: Commuting
06-07-09, 01:50 PM
Replies: 15
Views: 1,210
Posted By sathomasga

Thanks for the tip. I don't expect much to come...

Thanks for the tip. I don't expect much to come of it though. (Of course, if some guy shoots me on my way to work Monday morning, I expect the police to put 2 and 2 together ;^)
Forum: Commuting
06-07-09, 12:30 PM
Replies: 15
Views: 1,210
Posted By sathomasga

Probably something we've all experienced. He was...

Probably something we've all experienced. He was laying on the horn behind me for a good 30-40 seconds, then pulled up abreast of me, slowed down to my speed (about 12 MPH) and started shouting. I...
Forum: Commuting
06-07-09, 11:56 AM
Replies: 15
Views: 1,210
Posted By sathomasga

Called the Cops on a Driver Today

I can ignore the honks and shouts, but when a guy deliberately tries to run me over, I reach the limit of my tolerance. I did get his license plate number, though. Called the police when I got home,...
Forum: Commuting
05-22-09, 07:23 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 857
Posted By sathomasga

I've got a Bug as well, and finding a rack for it...

I've got a Bug as well, and finding a rack for it was a bit of a challenge. One web site that should help is http://bicycleluggageracks.com/. There's a lot of discussion of the Bug specifically on...
Forum: Commuting
03-22-09, 06:02 AM
Replies: 11
Views: 2,990
Posted By sathomasga

Seirus Hyperlite

http://www.rei.com/product/743106

Reviews seem to vary considerably; several 5 stars and several 1 star. I'm fairly pleased with my pair. Some mild dampness after a hour in the rain, but that...
Forum: Road Cycling
11-05-06, 06:36 PM
Replies: 34
Views: 1,682
Posted By sathomasga

That happened to David Millar in the TdF prologue...

That happened to David Millar in the TdF prologue a few years ago. Only took him 3 seconds to put the chain back on (damned impressive to those mechanically challenged folks like me). Still cost him...
Forum: Commuting
09-18-06, 08:12 AM
Replies: 8
Views: 7,274
Posted By sathomasga

is useless, to answer the question posed in the...

is useless, to answer the question posed in the subject.
Forum: Commuting
09-15-06, 12:57 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 532
Posted By sathomasga

New "self-powered" bike lights

I made up the "self-powered" description, but I think it's not too far off. They look really cool:

http://www.reelight.com/en/

I've ordered a set and will post some impressions on my blog (when...
Forum: Commuting
09-05-06, 08:21 AM
Replies: 9
Views: 885
Posted By sathomasga

I think you're stuck with two pairs (or one pair...

I think you're stuck with two pairs (or one pair with interchangeable lenses). AFAIK, the technology just isn't there to go from clear to really dark. FWIW though, I use my Performance CAT-1 (which...
Forum: Commuting
09-05-06, 08:18 AM
Replies: 9
Views: 885
Posted By sathomasga

I've used both the Specialized and the...

I've used both the Specialized and the Performance versions. In both cases, the color changing worked as advertised, but the range isn't huge. Transition time isn't fast enough to handle riding in...
Forum: Commuting
08-15-06, 02:55 PM
Replies: 19
Views: 1,257
Posted By sathomasga

Best thing since sliced bread for my 9-year-old...

Best thing since sliced bread for my 9-year-old daughter when she rides stoker on our tandem. Regular toe clips never worked well for her, and her feet are still a little too small for cycling shoes...
Forum: Road Cycling
08-07-06, 05:50 PM
Replies: 14
Views: 1,141
Posted By sathomasga

Sounds like you're using a cadence sensor...

Sounds like you're using a cadence sensor designed for Polar S watches (e.g. 625SX). The cycling computers (CS100 and CS200) use different, incompatible sensors. The pictures below show the...
Forum: Commuting
07-28-06, 07:21 AM
Replies: 75
Views: 3,674
Posted By sathomasga

I just toss it on the "floor" during my post-ride...

I just toss it on the "floor" during my post-ride shower.
Forum: Commuting
07-25-06, 03:03 PM
Replies: 19
Views: 2,777
Posted By sathomasga

Very good value for the money. Outstanding...

Very good value for the money. Outstanding customer service (satisfaction guarantees, etc.). Very spotty technical service (some REIs have very good wrenches; others are worthless).
Forum: Commuting
06-15-06, 08:27 AM
Replies: 11
Views: 14,509
Posted By sathomasga

+1 in favor of the Big Buzz (2006 for me, 20 mile...

+1 in favor of the Big Buzz (2006 for me, 20 mile commute each way). Also +1 on the Topeak rack. No problems installing or using. But I'm glad the OP could take advantage of REI's policy to get...
Forum: Commuting
06-12-06, 08:16 AM
Replies: 11
Views: 701
Posted By sathomasga

I've done the laptop in the panniers bit, but my...

I've done the laptop in the panniers bit, but my commute includes a few stretches of fairly rough road. The heavy duty jostling didn't seem to be particularly healthy for my hard drive, so I gave up...
Forum: Commuting
06-06-06, 08:25 AM
Replies: 29
Views: 1,932
Posted By sathomasga

Last week some redneck in a pickup nailed me with...

Last week some redneck in a pickup nailed me with his chaw. Considering that I was doing 19 mph and he was passing at a pretty good clip, he was either extremely lucky or possessed more skill than I...
Forum: Commuting
04-09-06, 06:16 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 1,067
Posted By sathomasga

You might want to check out the Novara from REI ...

You might want to check out the Novara from REI

http://www.rei.com/online/store/ProductDisplay?storeId=8000&catalogId=40000008000&productId=47944332&parent_category_rn=4500844

It has a...
Forum: Commuting
04-06-06, 07:41 AM
Replies: 15
Views: 683
Posted By sathomasga

The problems you describe are far too serious to...

The problems you describe are far too serious to be a general problem with all Buzz bikes. Something is very broken (as other posters have suggested). If you like the Buzz, just have REI swap your...
Forum: Commuting
03-30-06, 12:45 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 853
Posted By sathomasga

I've had M324s on my commuter/utility bike for...

I've had M324s on my commuter/utility bike for years and think they're great. With a 20-mile commute each way, I normally ride clipless. But for quick trips to the video store, etc., platforms are...
Forum: Commuting
03-29-06, 02:56 PM
Replies: 75
Views: 2,867
Posted By sathomasga

I run speedplays on my road bikes which, if...

I run speedplays on my road bikes which, if you're not familiar with them, have a particularly nasty cleat. Lots of protruding steel with nice, sharp edges. On more than one occasion I've been sorely...
Forum: Commuting
03-21-06, 03:12 PM
Replies: 15
Views: 797
Posted By sathomasga

Ditto Since I'm not a full-time commuter...

Ditto

Since I'm not a full-time commuter (depends on whether I have to take my daughter to school or not), I also keep a pair of jeans at work as well. That way, if I get the chance to commute...
Forum: Commuting
03-10-06, 02:18 PM
Replies: 51
Views: 5,222
Posted By sathomasga

REI sells velcro ankle straps in multiple colors...

REI sells velcro ankle straps in multiple colors for $3 each. They're reflective, and the advertised purpose is increased visibility. The velcro area is substantial, though, and they work well for...
Forum: Commuting
02-28-06, 09:37 AM
Replies: 4
Views: 1,627
Posted By sathomasga

Thoughts, suggestions, or comments on installing...

Thoughts, suggestions, or comments on installing a rear rack on a bike without braze-ons? Is it really feasible? I've finally got to replace my ancient Schwinn CrissCross, and the REI Member Rebate...
Forum: Road Cycling
08-28-05, 04:48 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 389
Posted By sathomasga

Won't make it any smaller, but first thing I did...

Won't make it any smaller, but first thing I did with my 625sx was dash into Target and buy a Timex velcro strap. (Actually, it's their Ironman brand.) Much more comfortable, but you can't use it...
Forum: Road Cycling
08-14-05, 12:32 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 1,051
Posted By sathomasga

Bike Fitting in Atlanta, GA

Anyone with recommendations or comments on professional bike fitting in the Atlanta area?

TIA

Stephen
Forum: Road Cycling
08-07-05, 02:11 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 1,607
Posted By sathomasga

Considering that they've only just released...

Considering that they've only just released these, if anyone's alreadt used one enough to exhaust its batteries, then they're obviously junk.
Forum: Road Cycling
07-30-05, 06:44 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 492
Posted By sathomasga

I think the dates for 2006 are 18 April through...

I think the dates for 2006 are 18 April through 23 April (assuming they do Tuesday to Sunday again). That's not official, so I wouldn't make travel reservations based on those dates yet. As for the...
Forum: Road Cycling
07-28-05, 12:13 PM
Replies: 31
Views: 1,712
Posted By sathomasga

There's a fairly extensive discussion on the...

There's a fairly extensive discussion on the slowtwitch forum.

http://forum.slowtwitch.com/gforum.cgi?post=476842
Forum: Road Cycling
07-26-05, 12:32 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 395
Posted By sathomasga

A couple of reviews (google to find them) have...

A couple of reviews (google to find them) have noted very poor battery life. One claimed max of 4 hours with GPS turned on. (Supposedly, that's why Suunto includes a 9V powered recharger; so you can...
Forum: Road Cycling
07-11-05, 02:54 PM
Replies: 42
Views: 6,032
Posted By sathomasga

Zero. For me, the Arione felt wonderful the first...

Zero. For me, the Arione felt wonderful the first time I sat on it. Sounds like it may not be the right saddle for you.
Forum: Road Cycling
06-29-05, 12:14 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 873
Posted By sathomasga

I don't recall (not high on my list of things to...

I don't recall (not high on my list of things to eat during the ride), but the goodie bags you get a sign-in include free samples.
Forum: Road Cycling
06-29-05, 09:10 AM
Replies: 11
Views: 873
Posted By sathomasga

To clarify that, it wasn't raining on Sunday, but...

To clarify that, it wasn't raining on Sunday, but it did rain a little on Saturday. (So as not to appear to be contradicting Kayakado.) On the other hand, Saturday wasn't as cold or as windy....
Forum: Road Cycling
06-29-05, 09:04 AM
Replies: 11
Views: 873
Posted By sathomasga

I've ridden the last two years. Usually do the...

I've ridden the last two years. Usually do the century on Saturday and then the 40-mile ride with my daughter on Sunday. (Two years ago on a trail-a-bike; last year on a Co-motion.) I've found that...
Forum: Road Cycling
06-28-05, 02:40 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 538
Posted By sathomasga

I think you're going to have problems with those...

I think you're going to have problems with those bars. Most clip-ons are for straight 26.0 bars. The vision techs claim to be for 31.8, but the problem is very few bars are 31.8 for any significant...
Forum: Road Cycling
06-24-05, 02:26 PM
Replies: 28
Views: 1,335
Posted By sathomasga

Which, just to be clear, is also available on...

Which, just to be clear, is also available on newstands so you need not be a subscriber to get it.
Forum: Road Cycling
06-24-05, 02:24 PM
Replies: 41
Views: 1,668
Posted By sathomasga

In my case, the most reliable thing that RHR...

In my case, the most reliable thing that RHR indicates is how deep asleep I was just before the measurement. (If the alarm clock wakes me from a deep sleep, RHR is around 34; if I wake on my own and...
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