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03-06-24, 11:45 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 278
Posted By MAK

Thank you all for your responses.

Thank you all for your responses.
03-06-24, 12:38 AM
Replies: 1
Views: 272
Posted By MAK

Thank you for the article.

Thank you for the article.
03-06-24, 12:20 AM
Replies: 6
Views: 278
Posted By MAK

Front rack question

I am looking at a new hard tail bike. It comes with fenders and a rear rack, but since I occasionally do week long self supported rides, I'd want to put a front rack on the bike (preferably a low...
Forum: Folding Bikes
12-05-23, 03:54 AM
Replies: 100
Views: 7,681
Posted By MAK

Brompton introducing a 12 speed

These guys put out informative and seemingly well researched videos.

One of the comments mentions a do it yourself double chainring he uses without a shifter. A response suggests that you nudge...
Forum: Folding Bikes
12-05-23, 03:38 AM
Replies: 38
Views: 2,855
Posted By MAK

Nice video. How do you carry the bucket of water...

Nice video. How do you carry the bucket of water for roadside repairs?
Forum: Touring
12-05-23, 03:21 AM
Replies: 67
Views: 4,582
Posted By MAK

I did the C&O/GAP twice and at times the trail...

I did the C&O/GAP twice and at times the trail picture above represented a good day of riding😕.
Forum: Touring
12-05-23, 03:17 AM
Replies: 22
Views: 947
Posted By MAK

My bad. I left out the fact that it's for a...

My bad. I left out the fact that it's for a Brompton so attaching a light to the seat post or putting a bag under the seat would interfere with the fold. The light attached to my rack is the...
12-05-23, 03:10 AM
Replies: 5
Views: 358
Posted By MAK

My bad. I left out the fact that it's for a...

My bad. I left out the fact that it's for a Brompton so attaching a light to the seat post or putting a bag under the seat would interfere with the fold. The light attached to my rack is the...
Forum: Touring
12-02-23, 01:32 AM
Replies: 67
Views: 4,582
Posted By MAK

Take a look at these videos...It really works. ...

Take a look at these videos...It really works. You can buy the corner pieces from him, make your own or just use 'O' rings. Some people use paracord instead of strapping.
...
Forum: Touring
12-02-23, 01:02 AM
Replies: 47
Views: 1,675
Posted By MAK

I have Racktime Add-It rear racks on my LHT and...

I have Racktime Add-It rear racks on my LHT and Gary Fisher Hybrid bikes that I use for touring. I've done a number of week long tours on both pavement and gravel and the racks have held up very...
Forum: Touring
12-02-23, 12:51 AM
Replies: 22
Views: 947
Posted By MAK

Rear light bracket for my Brooks B-17 saddle

I'm looking for a rear light bracket for my Brooks B-17 saddle. My rack has a steady light attached, but I'd like to add a blinking light for additional safety. I have Bontrager, CatEye, Nite Ize...
12-02-23, 12:43 AM
Replies: 5
Views: 358
Posted By MAK

Rear light bracket for Brooks B-17

I'm looking for a rear light bracket for my Brooks B-17 saddle. My rack has a steady light attached, but I'd like to add a blinking light for additional safety. I have Bontrager, CatEye, Nite Ize...
Forum: Folding Bikes
09-30-23, 11:00 PM
Replies: 127
Views: 31,210
Posted By MAK

I know that you asked about 20" wheels but the...

I know that you asked about 20" wheels but the videos below compare Bromptons (16") vs. high end road bikes.

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=F98oQ7Xo5mI...
09-30-23, 10:35 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 419
Posted By MAK

Thank you all for your responses. Particularly...

Thank you all for your responses. Particularly those that actually addressed my question.
09-30-23, 10:25 PM
Replies: 17
Views: 1,204
Posted By MAK

Thank you to all who responded. I feel much...

Thank you to all who responded. I feel much better after your info.
09-27-23, 10:18 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 419
Posted By MAK

Bosch Battery Question

Hopefully a Bosch trained mechanic is reading this.

I'm seriously looking at a Trek Allant+ 7 or Verve+ 3 bike. Each comes with the Bosch Power Tube 500WH battery. A question regarding charging...
09-27-23, 10:13 PM
Replies: 17
Views: 1,204
Posted By MAK

Bosch Battery Question

I'm seriously looking at a Trek Allant+ 7 or Verve+ 3 bike. Each comes with the Bosch Power Tube 500WH battery. A question regarding charging the battery.

Does the charger stop charging when the...
07-04-23, 10:53 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 531
Posted By MAK

Any Verve+ 4s owners?

I'm very interested in the Verve+ 4s and would like to hear opinions from owners or shops that sell them. I want a class 3 bike so the +2s and +3s Verves don't interest me. At the moment, other...
Forum: Touring
06-13-23, 07:12 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 869
Posted By MAK

Thank you.

Thank you.
Forum: Touring
06-13-23, 03:18 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 869
Posted By MAK

Katy Trail Question

For those who have ridden the Katy Trail...

Are 700x35 tires adequate for the trail; St. Charles to Clinton?

Thank you.
02-05-23, 11:01 PM
Replies: 28
Views: 1,268
Posted By MAK

Thank you to all that responded. I guess it's...

Thank you to all that responded. I guess it's time to do some more research on my part.
Be well.
Forum: Folding Bikes
02-03-23, 12:18 AM
Replies: 10
Views: 2,143
Posted By MAK

Cycling Computer for a Brompton

I suppose that all (most) wireless cycling computers will work with 16" wheels, but I'm wondering if any are more optimized or more accurate than others for my Brompton. Do smaller wheels present...
02-02-23, 11:51 PM
Replies: 28
Views: 1,268
Posted By MAK

Bike Trails/MUPS in Florida

Yes, I can use Google (and I did) and I did a forum search but since I'm not familiar with Florida, I'll ask here.

I'm considering a 4-5 day trip to Florida to ride every day. I'd appreciate...
11-06-22, 02:04 AM
Replies: 9
Views: 706
Posted By MAK

Suggestion for Forum

People come on the forum and make various requests. That's fine and certainly a major forum function.

It is annoying when you have no idea where they are located. Note how often people who are...
Forum: Road Cycling
11-03-22, 12:54 AM
Replies: 93
Views: 5,537
Posted By MAK

These videos support the claim that aero is...

These videos support the claim that aero is pretty fast. Notice that he's on a fixed gear bike flying past geared bikes being pedaled with pretty good cadences.
...
Forum: Folding Bikes
10-31-22, 10:30 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 792
Posted By MAK

Take a look at: ...

Take a look at: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=AgMlUfuY3HA

It's a video by Chris by Bike on You Tube. Very good Brompton channel. She knows her stuff.
In a response to one of the questions,...
Forum: Folding Bikes
10-25-22, 11:43 PM
Replies: 19
Views: 2,118
Posted By MAK

You don't give your location nor have you...

You don't give your location nor have you identified the bike. My suggestion is to look for a Marshall's, T.J. Max, Home Goods, Sierra Trading Post, all the same mother company, and take your bike...
Forum: Commuting
10-23-22, 09:34 AM
Replies: 5
Views: 676
Posted By MAK

I believe that it's the Expedition 25L model. ...

I believe that it's the Expedition 25L model. Unfortunately, it isn't made any more. Similar Osprey packs for cycling are available in various sizes. If you're near an REI, they'll have a few...
10-23-22, 12:57 AM
Replies: 13
Views: 1,372
Posted By MAK

Agree. Race Face Chester's are very popular,...

Agree. Race Face Chester's are very popular, good quality and a good value.
Forum: Commuting
10-23-22, 12:44 AM
Replies: 5
Views: 676
Posted By MAK

I'm not familiar with what you are using but I...

I'm not familiar with what you are using but I have Osprey, Timbuk2 and Chrome backpacks and messenger bags. All are very good, but I like my Osprey the best. As you may already know, beware of...
10-23-22, 12:24 AM
Replies: 76
Views: 4,085
Posted By MAK

AAA benefit is not in every state. Yes, it's...

AAA benefit is not in every state. Yes, it's only transportation and not flat repair. Mileage may vary by state and/or AAA level of coverage you have.
10-23-22, 12:18 AM
Replies: 25
Views: 1,319
Posted By MAK

A dash of lube on clipless pedals is a good idea...

A dash of lube on clipless pedals is a good idea every once in a while.
Forum: Commuting
10-05-22, 10:33 AM
Replies: 60
Views: 4,502
Posted By MAK

I wasn't questioning the fleece itself (although...

I wasn't questioning the fleece itself (although fleece from China could be suspect in some cases). I wondered about the Class 3 rating. Read the one star reviews. One reviewer (who may or may not...
10-05-22, 10:21 AM
Replies: 47
Views: 2,084
Posted By MAK

No. I don't normally participate in organized...

No.
I don't normally participate in organized rides.
I can understand why.

Also, your question mark key appears to require some maintenance.
I'll get a question mark maintenance guy on it right...
10-05-22, 09:59 AM
Replies: 47
Views: 2,084
Posted By MAK

Of my God! I'm hurt to my core. NOT! It's...

Of my God! I'm hurt to my core. NOT!
It's MAK, not Ma-K and I love the three question marks that you insulted my keyboard about.
In reality I'd be honored.
10-05-22, 09:52 AM
Replies: 47
Views: 2,084
Posted By MAK

"Tree down up!" is perhaps my favorite road...

"Tree down up!" is perhaps my favorite road warning yell. Of course everyone behind knew exactly what I meant.
I have never yelled "Tree down up". When there's a tree down blocking the road/path, I...
Forum: Commuting
10-05-22, 01:29 AM
Replies: 45
Views: 9,160
Posted By MAK

Check with Timbuk2. I believe that a lot of...

Check with Timbuk2. I believe that a lot of their stuff has a lifetime warranty, assuming that you didn't abuse the bag.
Forum: Touring
10-05-22, 01:19 AM
Replies: 17
Views: 1,057
Posted By MAK

I see that it's rated to 140kg. Handy if you...

I see that it's rated to 140kg. Handy if you need to lug 308 lbs. or 616 lbs. if you get two. I can hear the twang of spokes exploding.
10-05-22, 12:19 AM
Replies: 0
Views: 517
Posted By MAK

Great job someone

Last weekend there was a major event conducted in Delaware/SE Pennsylvania called the Savage Century. I don't know if this person is on Bike Forums, but someone did the 100 mile loop with 7500 feet...
Forum: Commuting
10-04-22, 11:55 PM
Replies: 60
Views: 4,502
Posted By MAK

These Amazon pants seem great but after reading...

These Amazon pants seem great but after reading the one star reviews, the issue of Class "C" clothing is troublesome. I wasn't aware of clothing classes so could someone with textile knowledge...
10-04-22, 11:33 PM
Replies: 47
Views: 2,084
Posted By MAK

You've been riding for 51 years and never heard...

You've been riding for 51 years and never heard of this??? Have you never ridden in a group that understands safety and proper bike etiquette???

Proper safety protocol when riding in a group is to...
Forum: Folding Bikes
10-02-22, 03:34 PM
Replies: 15
Views: 1,134
Posted By MAK

My Brompton (M6R) doesn't rattle at all. I also...

My Brompton (M6R) doesn't rattle at all. I also don't consider myself a "privileged member of an elite group". I consider myself a savvy purchaser who did my research (I test rode Bromptons, Dahons...
09-18-22, 01:04 AM
Replies: 6
Views: 1,068
Posted By MAK

I'm far from an expert, but I think that there's...

I'm far from an expert, but I think that there's a terminology confusion here and the answer seems to be fairly simple (unless I'm missing something). The OP says that he has a flip flop hub. He's...
Forum: Road Cycling
08-29-22, 09:11 PM
Replies: 102
Views: 3,856
Posted By MAK

I too only win races when the other rider doesn't...

I too only win races when the other rider doesn't know that it's a race.
As long as you announce, "On your left" before passing him or her, I doubt that anyone would care.
Forum: Road Cycling
08-29-22, 09:06 PM
Replies: 102
Views: 3,856
Posted By MAK

Was she singing "Hot Rod Lincoln" when she passed...

Was she singing "Hot Rod Lincoln" when she passed the other car?
08-24-22, 01:32 AM
Replies: 2
Views: 422
Posted By MAK

Coincidence or real problem?

I have been using a Cat Eye Strada and a Cat Eye MC100 Micro computer on two bikes. They're both wireless analog units with new batteries in both the head and sensor parts.

I've noticed that when...
Forum: Touring
08-17-22, 10:58 PM
Replies: 179
Views: 25,066
Posted By MAK

Do you think the alligators put this sign up? ...

Do you think the alligators put this sign up?

https://cimg0.ibsrv.net/gimg/bikeforums.net-vbulletin/821x530/gators_c07fa9d23980d545601a60d031ff23c8ed81bb45.jpg
Forum: Touring
08-17-22, 10:29 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 493
Posted By MAK

Looking for a particular accessory

I just did a short tour and a fellow cyclist had an interesting accessory. He called it "The Knob". It was a short (+/- 4") stubby thing that attached to his head tube to which he mounted his...
Forum: Touring
08-11-22, 11:19 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 1,417
Posted By MAK

I just did the Pine Creek Trail a week and a half...

I just did the Pine Creek Trail a week and a half ago. Went from Jersey Shore to Wellsboro and back in three days. Approximately 35, 60 and 35 miles. It's all light gravel so I really wouldn't...
Forum: Folding Bikes
08-11-22, 10:51 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 1,701
Posted By MAK

I bought my Brompton at my local REI about 20...

I bought my Brompton at my local REI about 20 months ago. I then ordered some tubes and a spare Schwalbe Marathon tire from their web site and had the order within five days. You're not going to buy...
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