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Forum: Commuting
06-05-12, 04:48 AM
Replies: 71
Views: 3,937
Posted By shizzy

Fenders easily added double the miles I put on in...

Fenders easily added double the miles I put on in a year. I only worry about heavy downpours before work. I've ridden home from work in a steady down pour and loved it.
Forum: Commuting
10-19-11, 01:47 PM
Replies: 26
Views: 6,929
Posted By shizzy

I make my own mudflap out of an old plastic...

I make my own mudflap out of an old plastic bottle to attach below the factory one. free, durable and if it does break or fall off, I simply cut a new one out and attach it. I make them so they are...
Forum: Commuting
10-13-11, 11:00 AM
Replies: 9
Views: 2,679
Posted By shizzy

I don't see how what style of bike has any...

I don't see how what style of bike has any bearing on how wet or dirty you will get. look for a bike with plenty of clearance for fenders and add a larger mudflap to the front one to help keep your...
Forum: Commuting
10-05-11, 01:20 PM
Replies: 42
Views: 1,792
Posted By shizzy

I started with a used bike but as soon as I...

I started with a used bike but as soon as I started putting on heavy miles it became obvious that I needed a new bike. I bought new after spending many hours looking at used bikes that were going to...
Forum: Commuting
10-05-11, 08:43 AM
Replies: 47
Views: 2,521
Posted By shizzy

I wear Old Navy "slim" jeans. they are a slimmer...

I wear Old Navy "slim" jeans. they are a slimmer fit, but by no means are they a "skinny" jean. Helps to have a slimmer fit so there is less pant leg to roll up. I always wait till they have their...
Forum: Winter Cycling
09-08-11, 11:32 AM
Replies: 24
Views: 4,855
Posted By shizzy

I actually have two jackets one lined and one...

I actually have two jackets one lined and one unlined. Both are NOT cycling jackets, but for the price, they serve their purpose. I got both at the local "off" sale store (Marshalls here in MN).
...
Forum: Commuting
09-08-11, 11:18 AM
Replies: 21
Views: 1,477
Posted By shizzy

also, go test ride both the Cross Check and...

also, go test ride both the Cross Check and possibly the Salsa. Ask lots of questions at different bike shops. I got different suggestions and answers at each shop. It wasn't until I spoke to a...
Forum: Commuting
09-08-11, 10:18 AM
Replies: 95
Views: 6,356
Posted By shizzy

15 below zero last winter was 2 pair of socks,...

15 below zero last winter was 2 pair of socks, one layer of long johns under jeans, a baselayer and a wool sweater under my jacket, a pair of chopper son my hands and a balaclava on my head. I was...
Forum: Commuting
09-08-11, 10:03 AM
Replies: 5
Views: 2,059
Posted By shizzy

they run $7 here, but yea. awesome.

they run $7 here, but yea. awesome.
Forum: Commuting
09-08-11, 09:58 AM
Replies: 21
Views: 1,477
Posted By shizzy

my 2011 Cross check is lighter than the mid 80's...

my 2011 Cross check is lighter than the mid 80's Schwinn traveler it replaced......
Forum: Winter Cycling
08-26-11, 11:34 AM
Replies: 25
Views: 3,720
Posted By shizzy

I added a big fat mud flap to my front fender...

I added a big fat mud flap to my front fender made from an empty plastic jug. it helps keep the junk off your feet and your bottom bracket and your front derailleur (if you have one). make it as long...
Forum: Commuting
08-26-11, 11:07 AM
Replies: 327
Views: 46,565
Posted By shizzy

it's been so long since you have driven your...

it's been so long since you have driven your truck, you find yourself trying to unclip your left foot from the clutch pedal when coming up to red lights.
Forum: Commuting
08-24-11, 01:18 PM
Replies: 61
Views: 3,682
Posted By shizzy

Everything already stated have been great "bang...

Everything already stated have been great "bang for the buck".

my main technique has been to wait until I realize a deficiency and then do my research. fenders, good cycling shorts, rack and...
Forum: Alt Bike Culture
08-22-11, 10:53 AM
Replies: 86
Views: 5,654
Posted By shizzy

I run a fixed gear mountain bike for winter...

I run a fixed gear mountain bike for winter commuting. Fewer parts to seize/freeze or fall of in all the snow, ice and salt.

I must admit it is nice having a simple bike to just hop on and pedal...
Forum: Commuting
08-17-11, 11:13 AM
Replies: 5,293
Views: 196,373
Posted By shizzy

left work early, got lost taking a new way, 25MPH...

left work early, got lost taking a new way, 25MPH headwind. Stopped at a bike shop, test rode a Long Haul Trucker. yet another perfect ride. =)
Forum: Commuting
08-17-11, 10:39 AM
Replies: 32
Views: 1,783
Posted By shizzy

I have had moderate success getting troublesome...

I have had moderate success getting troublesome lights to change by unclipping one foot and dragging it (SPD MTB style shoes) lightly across the line perpendicular to the road while also riding on...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
09-08-10, 07:25 PM
Replies: 57
Views: 2,989
Posted By shizzy

I actually gained 5lbs, but I did notice the flab...

I actually gained 5lbs, but I did notice the flab in my mid section went away so Im assuming I simply replaced the flub with muscle. 5'8", I went from 150-155lbs
Forum: Great Lakes
09-08-10, 07:07 PM
Replies: 6,086
Views: 327,344
Posted By shizzy

sure did! 3 mile in to work and 3 mile home. 45...

sure did! 3 mile in to work and 3 mile home. 45 degrees in the morning and a wonderful 68 degrees and sunny going home!
Forum: Great Lakes
08-29-10, 02:10 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 868
Posted By shizzy

x10 on the bike love.

x10 on the bike love.
Forum: Commuting
07-20-10, 09:24 PM
Replies: 22
Views: 1,029
Posted By shizzy

there is also the option of doing it piece by...

there is also the option of doing it piece by piece instead of buying one. spread your money out.
Forum: Commuting
07-20-10, 09:17 PM
Replies: 7,649
Views: 302,297
Posted By shizzy

wonderful ride in, windy and hot on the way home...

wonderful ride in, windy and hot on the way home but wasnt humid. as long as I keep telling my self to ease up when I pedal I aways have a great ride.
Forum: Advocacy & Safety
07-20-10, 08:55 PM
Replies: 31
Views: 2,333
Posted By shizzy

$67 Specialized Echelon here. looks great and has...

$67 Specialized Echelon here. looks great and has all extras.
Forum: Commuting
07-19-10, 05:43 AM
Replies: 165
Views: 37,997
Posted By shizzy

I find it easier to maintain my preferred speed...

I find it easier to maintain my preferred speed of 15MPH on my old Schwinn Le Tour then on my Trek MTB with slicks. when I get to work I find im less sweaty and have much more energy left.
Forum: Commuting
07-19-10, 05:38 AM
Replies: 28
Views: 1,589
Posted By shizzy

the only time I dont ride is if it is going to be...

the only time I dont ride is if it is going to be a complete downpour on the way in to work. too much worry about dry gear and that all day. No worry about that if the downpour is after work. I have...
Forum: Commuting
07-18-10, 09:28 PM
Replies: 47
Views: 9,434
Posted By shizzy

try backing down the tension one click and go for...

try backing down the tension one click and go for a ride. repeat this untill you like the clip in and out.

when starting out I clip in my right foot, pull the pedal up to about 10-11o'clock and...
Forum: Commuting
07-18-10, 08:24 AM
Replies: 35
Views: 1,403
Posted By shizzy

I feel it all day if i'm not in bed by 10PM. im...

I feel it all day if i'm not in bed by 10PM. im up at 6am.
Forum: Classic & Vintage
07-18-10, 07:50 AM
Replies: 54
Views: 4,828
Posted By shizzy

taught myself to ride on 2 wheels on an old steel...

taught myself to ride on 2 wheels on an old steel framed solid tire tank from the 50's in about '81

'82 was a rebuilt Stingray my dad put together from a pile of busted bikes. remember it well....
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
07-18-10, 07:19 AM
Replies: 26
Views: 5,635
Posted By shizzy

you never really answered the question on how old...

you never really answered the question on how old the pads on the bike are. I picked up an 84 Schwinn Le Tour and although the pads looked fine I felt the bike didnt stop as solid as it should. I...
Forum: Advocacy & Safety
07-18-10, 07:04 AM
Replies: 33
Views: 1,521
Posted By shizzy

I too was amazed at how wonderful this is. I have...

I too was amazed at how wonderful this is. I have just recently taught my wife to do the same thing. she was a curb and sidewalk rider up untill now. after a few rides with me she was able to see how...
Forum: Introductions
07-17-10, 07:40 AM
Replies: 2
Views: 242
Posted By shizzy

hello from MN

Hi folks!

I got back in to biking this year after many years off. I decided this spring I wanted to work on my health a little more and decided to buy a bike. I started with a cheapo Schwinn,...
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