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01-09-13, 06:31 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 802
Posted By chisler

You neglected to say whether your bike is placed...

You neglected to say whether your bike is placed on a surface that blocks moisture. This is critical, as you may have a bike covered, but the cover may trap water vapor rising through the ground...
12-30-12, 07:49 PM
Replies: 24
Views: 1,098
Posted By chisler

This is indeed the energy required at a given...

This is indeed the energy required at a given velocity ,in a nice world without friction forces, nor any fluid drag. It gets much worse for us engines trying to power through wind. The power...
Forum: Commuting
12-11-12, 09:27 PM
Replies: 25
Views: 1,164
Posted By chisler

I'm not too sure why you guys want to find the...

I'm not too sure why you guys want to find the deviation of the data, unless you want to run a ztest on the findings using a hypothesis. But why not just take the data as a survey and Keep It simple?
12-10-12, 06:06 PM
Replies: 75
Views: 9,311
Posted By chisler

your math is correct, I calc. my wishfull mass...

your math is correct, I calc. my wishfull mass out (90kg) and I'm at about 1350J. The math does confirm that the tire mass is rather moot, especially considering a rider as myself.
12-10-12, 05:27 PM
Replies: 75
Views: 9,311
Posted By chisler

A quick crude work up of the work required to...

A quick crude work up of the work required to spin up a 300 gram tire vs a 700 gram tire to a speed of 20km/hr provides results of about 0.25J and 0.5J respectively.
12-07-12, 08:43 PM
Replies: 75
Views: 9,311
Posted By chisler

I currently ride on RiBMo 700x32 tires, they do...

I currently ride on RiBMo 700x32 tires, they do indeed have a sort of pointed shape, that being a narrowing of the profile that approaches the contact area. I have only had the tires for a few...
12-07-12, 08:29 PM
Replies: 75
Views: 9,311
Posted By chisler

The mass of a tire wheel system introduces...

The mass of a tire wheel system introduces rotational forces to your bikes movement. Without getting into a physics sort of lecture, your bike is effectively riding on two gyroscopes. If you have...
12-04-12, 08:59 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 2,604
Posted By chisler

yes , 2012 Raleigh Cadent FT2,

yes , 2012 Raleigh Cadent FT2,
12-04-12, 08:54 PM
Replies: 26
Views: 12,075
Posted By chisler

whoaaah! that is a piece of art. Nice Job! I'm...

whoaaah! that is a piece of art. Nice Job! I'm not sure If Icould bring myself to get that bike dirty though, else have a polish rag in the saddle bag.
Forum: Commuting
12-04-12, 08:40 PM
Replies: 92
Views: 37,639
Posted By chisler

3mreflectivestore

3mreflectivestore
12-04-12, 07:36 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 2,604
Posted By chisler

It looks as though certain Alivio FD will take a...

It looks as though certain Alivio FD will take a 48T chainring. I don't wish to make any confusion here but the tech doc from Shimano also states whichever Alivio FD you use that the max chainring...
12-03-12, 07:03 PM
Replies: 43
Views: 2,516
Posted By chisler

I think if I were in your shoes I would head to...

I think if I were in your shoes I would head to the best local bike shop in your area, explain/show them your problem(s), and get their advise on a solution. In doing this with a local person, they...
Forum: Commuting
12-02-12, 06:22 PM
Replies: 92
Views: 37,639
Posted By chisler

christ0ph: I was interested in testing out some...

christ0ph: I was interested in testing out some different colors on my bike. I searched on ebay for something like "scotchlite colors', and found a seller whom mailed me 5 different samples. If I...
Forum: Commuting
11-26-12, 05:33 PM
Replies: 49
Views: 1,910
Posted By chisler

There are about 120 people in our facility. ...

There are about 120 people in our facility. Another gent and myself are the only bike commuters, the benefit is we keep our bikes indoors. Live in Pittsfield, MA work in Lee, MA.
Forum: Commuting
11-17-12, 09:16 AM
Replies: 57
Views: 3,489
Posted By chisler

I don't know of any vehicles that can hit me from...

I don't know of any vehicles that can hit me from a half mile away. Being visible at 360 degrees inside of 50 yards would be my goal.
11-16-12, 02:42 PM
Replies: 21
Views: 13,577
Posted By chisler

This problem drove me nuts. Here is a photo of my...

This problem drove me nuts. Here is a photo of my solution. Very high tech but works flawlessly, and cheap.
11-07-12, 07:20 PM
Replies: 23
Views: 23,873
Posted By chisler

This install looks like it would benefit most...

This install looks like it would benefit most from location tabs as FBinNY stated. Perhaps locate the tabs a bit snug against the drawbar and grind to a tight fit. Don't forget to apply anti seize...
Forum: Commuting
10-28-12, 08:31 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 4,601
Posted By chisler

I think you may be asking for too much. I don't...

I think you may be asking for too much. I don't know if you will find a pair of gloves that will perform well at 20F, yet let your hands breath at 50F. I can make a suggestion based on my...
09-18-12, 07:40 PM
Replies: 22
Views: 4,921
Posted By chisler

My shop is fantastic, for the work I have had...

My shop is fantastic, for the work I have had done the average turnaround is 2 hours. I call ahead for scheduled things( a tune up), and am told when the best time to bring it in is. For the few...
Forum: Commuting
09-04-12, 10:52 AM
Replies: 66
Views: 3,209
Posted By chisler

In Massachusetts: Required, a verbal...

In Massachusetts: Required, a verbal identification of your name and current address. Cycling infractions do NOT apply any influence upon your Massachusetts state drivers license.
08-20-12, 04:38 PM
Replies: 16
Views: 1,581
Posted By chisler

I think I could be sort of ignorant here, but I...

I think I could be sort of ignorant here, but I am guessing that one could maintain a better chain line with a triple front x 9 rear as opposed to a single front x 9 rear. Is this true?
07-30-12, 11:25 AM
Replies: 1
Views: 261
Posted By chisler

Visiting Guyana- cyling experiences?

Hello, I will be visiting Guyana very shortly after the 2012 Christmas holiday. I was looking online for information and experiences from people who have traveled there. I am only going for 13...
06-29-12, 06:11 AM
Replies: 25
Views: 40,951
Posted By chisler

well, in my case it was more of a clicking, but...

well, in my case it was more of a clicking, but yes. My bike is fairly new (800 miles) and it had developed clicking in direct relation to the crank/pedals turning. I used the stock pedals that came...
Forum: Commuting
06-17-12, 06:45 PM
Replies: 14
Views: 1,887
Posted By chisler

visit topeak.com and browse their bags category. ...

visit topeak.com and browse their bags category. The MTX trunks are rather 'handy' for commuting type situations. I would not rely on the DXP model for a full pannier however. (I do own the DXP)
06-17-12, 08:10 AM
Replies: 3,982
Views: 646,829
Posted By chisler

I went out for my usual Sunday ride on the rail...

I went out for my usual Sunday ride on the rail trail. 34 miles RT. 256529I jumped off the trail for a needed coffee and snapped this picture. These are all down the main street of the town. pretty...
06-17-12, 07:04 AM
Replies: 12
Views: 729
Posted By chisler

omg too funny, I've never though of that ...

omg too funny, I've never though of that myself. I've yet to splurge for bike shorts, maybe I'll get a box of these and do away with the laundry bit.
06-16-12, 03:17 PM
Replies: 39
Views: 3,161
Posted By chisler

yes, I use pedals with the cages.

yes, I use pedals with the cages.
06-16-12, 02:15 PM
Replies: 30
Views: 11,384
Posted By chisler

I think you made the right choice with the...

I think you made the right choice with the black/silver, looks great!
06-16-12, 01:36 PM
Replies: 39
Views: 3,161
Posted By chisler

I don't think you should be put off by not...

I don't think you should be put off by not wearing a helmet. It is you choice after all. I usually wear a helmet, but at times I take a ride without having the thing on my noggin, and it's quite...
06-14-12, 03:59 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 478
Posted By chisler

It is the Flash enabled web advertisements within...

It is the Flash enabled web advertisements within the forum pages. I have pretty much confirmed this by process of elimination. The Chrome web browser does not have an easy method to enable/disable...
06-13-12, 04:19 AM
Replies: 3
Views: 478
Posted By chisler

BikeForums site draining laptop battery

I though I would mention here in the event this sites administrator may (or may not) make use of my experience. This site provides great information but there is one major problem, The scripts,...
06-12-12, 04:29 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 599
Posted By chisler

wow, that's certainly a lunch hour I could deal...

wow, that's certainly a lunch hour I could deal with! Nice bike too.
06-11-12, 03:10 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 6,473
Posted By chisler

I am not a bike mechanic by any means. But back...

I am not a bike mechanic by any means. But back long ago when I road my Huffy with a coaster brake I recall there was maybe 45 degrees of travel before the brake engaged.
06-10-12, 10:12 AM
Replies: 10
Views: 379
Posted By chisler

very cool!, you give me hope. This week I'm...

very cool!, you give me hope. This week I'm going to give a hill here a second go, its about 1100 ft climb. Not sure of the distance. But my last go at it I ended up walking about half way up. The...
06-10-12, 09:57 AM
Replies: 260
Views: 7,478
Posted By chisler

Well I just broke the 5k mark at 5017 ft over a...

Well I just broke the 5k mark at 5017 ft over a distance of 108 miles. Stats are from endomondo. Most of the elevation is a result of the hilly and rolling transportation routes I use. I hope to...
06-05-12, 11:25 AM
Replies: 40
Views: 9,837
Posted By chisler

pletscher double.254429

pletscher double.254429
05-31-12, 07:10 AM
Replies: 47
Views: 2,209
Posted By chisler

Congrats on your ride! I am new also, and it...

Congrats on your ride! I am new also, and it gets to be more fun as you become accustomed to sitting on a saddle. I suppose the one thing that I overlooked while riding was taking in enough H2O. ...
05-30-12, 05:02 PM
Replies: 7,837
Views: 2,861,294
Posted By chisler

thanks alexaschwanden, It's a joy to ride. I use...

thanks alexaschwanden, It's a joy to ride. I use the bike on the road 90% of the time, the rest is dirt roads and paths. At 270+ I was a bit concerned with the rear, especially while traveling on...
05-30-12, 01:42 PM
Replies: 7,837
Views: 2,861,294
Posted By chisler

two more photos

two more..253296253297
05-30-12, 01:40 PM
Replies: 7,837
Views: 2,861,294
Posted By chisler

Well, I have about 400 miles on the new bike and...

Well, I have about 400 miles on the new bike and with the exception of a giving the rear wheel spokes a bit of love, the bike is wonderful. This is the best investment I have made in a long time, I...
05-16-12, 06:59 PM
Replies: 32
Views: 20,824
Posted By chisler

I think it would be great if the forums...

I think it would be great if the forums introduced the Tapatalk extensions. Using one application to read a number of different types of forums is a bunch more practical than having to install a...
05-16-12, 12:31 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 831
Posted By chisler

I'm a newbie, I wear my EMS system 3 rain jacket...

I'm a newbie, I wear my EMS system 3 rain jacket when on my bike. I can unzip the hood and carry that in my trunk if need be. What would a cycle specific jacket get me over my current jacket?
05-13-12, 05:38 PM
Replies: 14
Views: 9,540
Posted By chisler

FBinNY, thanks for the great information!, I will...

FBinNY, thanks for the great information!, I will pay more attention to my shifting habits in the future.
05-13-12, 03:48 PM
Replies: 14
Views: 9,540
Posted By chisler

I had to make an unscheduled visit to my LBS...

I had to make an unscheduled visit to my LBS yesterday. I lost my chain while in 3 lanes of traffic. LBS said I fractured the link, he put on an KMC x9 and sent me on my way after tweeking the front...
Forum: Introductions
05-08-12, 05:44 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 230
Posted By chisler

Thanks for the welcome 10 wheels. I am enjoying...

Thanks for the welcome 10 wheels. I am enjoying the biking so far, after doing a few 5- 8 mile rides I plan on commuting to school once the rain lets up here.
Forum: Introductions
04-29-12, 11:57 AM
Replies: 2
Views: 230
Posted By chisler

hello from western Massachusetts

Well, I'm back on a bike. I've not ridden much since I was 18 years old. Upon returning to college at age 41 I needed to make some financial choices which lead me to give up a motor vehicle. I have...
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