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Forum: Winter Cycling
01-01-17, 04:47 PM
Replies: 34
Views: 5,815
Posted By fatso

Interesting post - thanks for the info. I mainly...

Interesting post - thanks for the info. I mainly use the same tire in winter too. Probably have 4-5000 miles on these tires. Like the other commenter, I've never had a flat (and I commute through...
Forum: Commuting
10-01-16, 12:12 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 1,173
Posted By fatso

I regularly have to treat my backpack to keep the...

I regularly have to treat my backpack to keep the odor down. Currently I soak the straps in oxy-clean and spray the bag with isopropyl alcohol (the bag itself is waterproof and the straps...
Forum: Commuting
09-27-16, 08:19 PM
Replies: 40
Views: 7,544
Posted By fatso

Also, don't get the portable ones that can be run...

Also, don't get the portable ones that can be run from a car cigarette lighter. Not powerful / reliable enough for regular use.
Forum: Commuting
09-27-16, 08:18 PM
Replies: 40
Views: 7,544
Posted By fatso

I have one of these...

I have one of these (https://www.amazon.com/dp/B001O3ATVC/ref=pe_385040_30332200_pe_309540_26725410_item) and a similar model from another brand. Both are running fine after almost 3 years of...
Forum: Commuting
09-25-16, 06:13 PM
Replies: 40
Views: 7,544
Posted By fatso

Another trick I don't think was mentioned yet:...

Another trick I don't think was mentioned yet: use a glove dryer. I have one at work and home. I think a lot of the bacterial growth causing odor happens when gloves are wet after the ride. A...
Forum: Commuting
09-25-16, 09:02 AM
Replies: 25
Views: 6,096
Posted By fatso

I've been well served by studded 700x40 (and x35)...

I've been well served by studded 700x40 (and x35) marathon Winters. Relatively fast. Can go thru ice and a couple inches of snow fine. Lasts a long time- 000's of miles, mostly on street (I use...
Forum: Commuting
09-18-16, 12:05 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 924
Posted By fatso

I've been using 29er rims (stans arch) on my cx...

I've been using 29er rims (stans arch) on my cx bike for awhile and am happy with the change. Tires sit a little wider and I can ride a bit lower pressures. I think the wheel is stronger with...
Forum: Commuting
09-04-16, 09:59 AM
Replies: 13
Views: 1,505
Posted By fatso

Also, consider a glove/boot dryer (often used for...

Also, consider a glove/boot dryer (often used for skiing). I have one at work and home. Shoes and gloves go on these after every ride (unless going to the wash at home). Keeps the odor out and...
Forum: Commuting
08-24-16, 08:42 AM
Replies: 18
Views: 1,282
Posted By fatso

Dont necessarily dismiss fenders even if you're...

Dont necessarily dismiss fenders even if you're not riding in the rain: they also help for after the rain when wet roads make riding unfendered bikes unpleasant. For me, I think this happens more...
Forum: Commuting
02-21-16, 01:38 PM
Replies: 51
Views: 4,666
Posted By fatso

I commute almost 20 miles each way, 7000+- miles...

I commute almost 20 miles each way, 7000+- miles a year, and don't have access to showers at work. I hang my often completely sweaty clothes on the door of my office and nobody minds.

THE TRICK...
Forum: Commuting
02-20-16, 08:23 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 1,622
Posted By fatso

I've run 3000-4000 miles on a pair of 700-35mm...

I've run 3000-4000 miles on a pair of 700-35mm winter marathons and never had this issue (or any flat). Am now replacing them. I'm about 210 pounds and have a rack, carry a bag, and so also put a...
Forum: Long Distance Competition/Ultracycling, Randonneuring and Endurance Cycling
05-12-14, 11:19 AM
Replies: 40
Views: 7,486
Posted By fatso

I just purchased one of these (Portable Emergency...

I just purchased one of these (Portable Emergency AA Battery Charger Extender suitable for the Garmin EDGE 500 - with Gomadic Brand TipExchange Technology)...
Forum: Winter Cycling
05-02-14, 08:06 AM
Replies: 12
Views: 3,580
Posted By fatso

That's right - I'd have to manually return force...

That's right - I'd have to manually return force the lever back to keep the brake from dragging. I'll check the spring tensions and lubricate the cables better going forward, not sure if either of...
Forum: Winter Cycling
04-30-14, 09:02 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 3,580
Posted By fatso

I just finished my first full winter commuting by...

I just finished my first full winter commuting by bike in NJ/NYC. I have BB7's, and the rear brake would freeze up below around 20F (-5C?). Not sure what I did - maybe got water into the mechanism...
Forum: Commuting
04-24-14, 08:46 AM
Replies: 36
Views: 2,932
Posted By fatso

If you're pain is just muscular, try to keep at...

If you're pain is just muscular, try to keep at it. I've been commuting for about 6 months, (almost) every day, about 18-21 miles each way. Rode one way for about 3 months before upping the...
Forum: Commuting
03-25-14, 09:32 PM
Replies: 29
Views: 2,241
Posted By fatso

I have a 20 mile commute which I ride most days,...

I have a 20 mile commute which I ride most days, am a fairly sweaty guy, work in a pretty formal business environment, and have no showers at work. I'm able to keep the stink away by always...
Forum: Commuting
02-22-14, 04:02 PM
Replies: 14
Views: 1,082
Posted By fatso

I've used buddyflaps as well, they help a lot. ...

I've used buddyflaps as well, they help a lot. Currently, I'm using a rear fender up front (Velo Orange Zepplin's) and am very happy with the result.
Forum: Winter Cycling
01-25-14, 04:08 PM
Replies: 21
Views: 4,257
Posted By fatso

I have schwalbe marathon winter 700x40c tires and...

I have schwalbe marathon winter 700x40c tires and I never go above 50 psi. Have run them down to the mid-30's and been fine on my 20 mi commute. Just checked the printed range on my tires - it's...
Forum: Folding Bikes
03-29-10, 11:07 AM
Replies: 13
Views: 3,661
Posted By fatso

I've thought about the same thing since I've read...

I've thought about the same thing since I've read that the factory lubricant is better than the oil-based lubricants used after it wears off (I think Sheldon Brown or Jobst Brandt wrote this).
...
Forum: Commuting
12-27-09, 12:27 AM
Replies: 30
Views: 7,625
Posted By fatso

You can carry a second jersey (and shorts, if...

You can carry a second jersey (and shorts, if necessary) for the return commute and not bother drying them out.
Forum: Forum Suggestions & User Assistance
06-24-09, 09:46 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 568
Posted By fatso

I too would like to subscribe to specific...

I too would like to subscribe to specific threads. In particular, some of the sticky threads with hundreads or thousands of posts...
Forum: Commuting
06-24-09, 07:15 PM
Replies: 48
Views: 3,997
Posted By fatso

If the area wasn't secure or suffered regular...

If the area wasn't secure or suffered regular thefts, I'd be concerned someone would compromise the lock while it was left there.
Forum: Commuting
10-04-06, 07:00 AM
Replies: 12
Views: 709
Posted By fatso

Fiber Spoke

If you have the time and need to fix a spoke, you can use this (http://www.adventurecycling.org/store/moreinfo.cfm?Product_ID=299). It's a kevlar cord that replaces the broken spoke and allows you...
Forum: Commuting
03-02-06, 10:50 PM
Replies: 20
Views: 1,432
Posted By fatso

Another misleading item on the dynamicbicycles...

Another misleading item on the dynamicbicycles website is that they include a Rohloff schematic next to a shimano nexus hub in their explanation of internal shifting hubs...
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