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Forum: General Cycling Discussion
11-07-15, 07:58 PM
Replies: 49
Views: 2,358
Posted By xcontext

I will second the Sidi Mega. I wear 13W and those...

I will second the Sidi Mega. I wear 13W and those are the only shoes that work for me (current pair last 5 years)
Forum: Southern California
01-03-15, 02:14 PM
Replies: 70
Views: 5,821
Posted By xcontext

Still here. I just got back from Europe where I...

Still here. I just got back from Europe where I saw people ride in 3 inches of snow. So now I'm motivated!
Forum: Folding Bikes
02-01-09, 10:25 PM
Replies: 20
Views: 1,064
Posted By xcontext

Train never, bus seldom, airplane yes

Train never, bus seldom, airplane yes
Forum: Commuting
01-31-09, 10:08 PM
Replies: 41
Views: 4,830
Posted By xcontext

+1 on the Zephyr. I use it on commutes when I...

+1 on the Zephyr. I use it on commutes when I don't need to carry much. The curvature of the frame makes the space inside much less then would seem from the pic. I use messenger beg for larger load...
Forum: Commuting
01-15-09, 09:16 PM
Replies: 27
Views: 2,399
Posted By xcontext

I used to have one on a bike when I lived in...

I used to have one on a bike when I lived in Orange. Now I tried it in several neighboring cities and they don't provide licenses. Irvine does for instance but you have to live there.
Forum: Road Cycling
01-09-09, 10:05 PM
Replies: 76
Views: 11,054
Posted By xcontext

+1 on Lynskey. I love mine. Although now (what...

+1 on Lynskey. I love mine. Although now (what the @%^$?) Performance seems to carry his frame so if you care about the bling or exclusivity factor it may have gone down a bit.
Forum: Folding Bikes
12-14-08, 08:40 PM
Replies: 34
Views: 1,651
Posted By xcontext

I in the end could not make it but now I am even...

I in the end could not make it but now I am even more sorry you had such poor turnout. I do hope you will do another ride though, I'd love to go. Looking forward to the pics!
Forum: Folding Bikes
12-13-08, 06:31 PM
Replies: 34
Views: 1,651
Posted By xcontext

Great. I will not know until tonight if I can...

Great. I will not know until tonight if I can make it tomorrow but if I do rain doesn't bother me (Bromptons have fenders). I missed the last ride so I hope I can get there tomorrow.
Forum: Folding Bikes
12-13-08, 12:29 PM
Replies: 34
Views: 1,651
Posted By xcontext

Nekohime, is the ride on rain or shine tomorow?...

Nekohime, is the ride on rain or shine tomorow? If the heavy rains do happen as predicted, are you still going? Thanks
Forum: Folding Bikes
08-31-08, 03:10 PM
Replies: 16
Views: 1,028
Posted By xcontext

Week before last I was approached by a guy in a...

Week before last I was approached by a guy in a suit on the Red Line who wanted to talk to me about my Brompton. He was familiar with the "Brompton Race," and quite knowledgeable about folders in...
Forum: Cyclocross and Gravelbiking (Recreational)
08-27-08, 11:14 PM
Replies: 24
Views: 2,105
Posted By xcontext

My commuter is a cross bike with disc brakes. I...

My commuter is a cross bike with disc brakes. I have a road bike and mountain bike as well but I think the cross with disc brakes is by far the best compromise for anyone looking for a bike to...
Forum: Southern California
07-10-08, 11:55 PM
Replies: 23
Views: 854
Posted By xcontext

edge

CJBruin, I tried to reply in msg and in email but I don't think it went through. Please let me know.
Forum: Southern California
07-09-08, 11:08 PM
Replies: 23
Views: 854
Posted By xcontext

I'll second Sand Canyon Cyclery. I would stay...

I'll second Sand Canyon Cyclery. I would stay away from Edge. It is a bike shop nearest to my house. I have been there twice and regretted I didn't learned my lesson the first time. Not just bad...
Forum: Folding Bikes
06-22-08, 10:03 PM
Replies: 52
Views: 4,034
Posted By xcontext

I ride a Brompton SL2-X all the time to L.A. I...

I ride a Brompton SL2-X all the time to L.A. I bring it to Metrolink, Red Line Metro, Blue line, I ride it through potholes downtown Los Angeles. I alternate between it and a cyclocross bike. I would...
Forum: Folding Bikes
04-19-08, 09:54 PM
Replies: 140
Views: 7,407
Posted By xcontext

Nekohime: I hope you organize another one. I...

Nekohime: I hope you organize another one. I wanted to go very much and hoped for a different day but got voted out. Today was my daughter's first birthday (and party) so I'd be in huge trouble if I...
Forum: Commuting
03-21-08, 06:27 AM
Replies: 30
Views: 1,840
Posted By xcontext

+1 on the Element. I use mine as a...

+1 on the Element. I use mine as a beater/commuter and love it. I use the stock tires because of above mentioned "mean streets of L.A. It is a great bike for the price.
Forum: Folding Bikes
01-23-08, 06:20 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 1,534
Posted By xcontext

Yes--what spambait 11 said. I use Brooks Swift...

Yes--what spambait 11 said. I use Brooks Swift and Oury grips--the original equipment is not that great. Also not my full-time bike.
Forum: Commuting
01-23-08, 07:28 AM
Replies: 3
Views: 382
Posted By xcontext

I replied to you on the folder forum as well but...

I replied to you on the folder forum as well but here goes:

S2L-X
1 year
flat tire on the back wheel and I'll call someone to pick me up. I could change the tube but don't want to deal with it...
Forum: Folding Bikes
01-23-08, 07:27 AM
Replies: 10
Views: 1,534
Posted By xcontext

S2L-X 1 year flat tire on the back wheel and...

S2L-X
1 year
flat tire on the back wheel and I'll call someone to pick me up. I could change the tube but don't want to deal with it on the road. (I do on my road or cross bikes no problem).
15 mm...
Forum: Folding Bikes
01-16-08, 06:57 PM
Replies: 140
Views: 7,407
Posted By xcontext

I am interested

I'd be interested. I don't ride my folder near enough. I would have same issue with the hills (2 speed).
Forum: Road Cycling
12-25-07, 07:24 PM
Replies: 27,209
Views: 18,411,852
Posted By xcontext

my bike

This is my plain and simple road bike. As little bling as possible but more than my mountain bike which is all flat black.
Forum: Commuting
12-20-07, 10:10 PM
Replies: 57
Views: 4,251
Posted By xcontext

Ditto. I had both and kept the cross bike.

Ditto. I had both and kept the cross bike.
Forum: Commuting
12-15-07, 09:13 PM
Replies: 97
Views: 6,986
Posted By xcontext

Cross bike mostly but sometimes road bike when it...

Cross bike mostly but sometimes road bike when it is very nice or folding bike (Brompton) when I have to take several different metro lines
Forum: Commuting
11-16-07, 08:09 PM
Replies: 14
Views: 2,442
Posted By xcontext

Sorry: that should read Dynaryder.

Sorry: that should read Dynaryder.
Forum: Commuting
11-16-07, 08:08 PM
Replies: 14
Views: 2,442
Posted By xcontext

Dynarider. Thanks for the tip on the bars. I will...

Dynarider. Thanks for the tip on the bars. I will check them out. I went on Performance website today and added all the stuff I'd need for conversion and it would indeed be quite a bit.
Forum: Commuting
11-16-07, 07:10 AM
Replies: 14
Views: 2,442
Posted By xcontext

I am glad you asked. I have a similar problem. I...

I am glad you asked. I have a similar problem. I have a 2005 Syrrus that I bought new and rode less then 5 miles total that I am trying to sell and have a hard time doing so. Meanwhile I commute on...
Forum: Southern California
11-10-07, 06:13 PM
Replies: 95
Views: 4,334
Posted By xcontext

Thanks for the kind replies. I was p'd off before...

Thanks for the kind replies. I was p'd off before but I feel better now. Alicestrong: thanks and Michael. I live in O.C. I commute (or at least make the best attempt to) on a bike 3 days out of the...
Forum: Southern California
11-10-07, 12:24 PM
Replies: 95
Views: 4,334
Posted By xcontext

Group Etiquette

Not about etiquette within the group -- plenty of posts on the forums about that -- but about the group sharing the road with others. I just got back from my Saturday morning solo ride. A was almost...
Forum: Commuting
10-22-07, 08:31 PM
Replies: 17
Views: 685
Posted By xcontext

In case the situation is same tomorrow: I rode...

In case the situation is same tomorrow: I rode this morning to Metrolink but by the afternoon it was so bad I called my wife to come get me from the station (Irvine). It was hard to breathe as it...
Forum: Cyclocross and Gravelbiking (Recreational)
10-10-07, 06:41 AM
Replies: 2
Views: 503
Posted By xcontext

Thanks so much. It is a very comfortable bike. I...

Thanks so much. It is a very comfortable bike. I was just concerned with the integrity of the frame. I guess I will do the same--keep it and slowly upgrade it.
Forum: Fifty Plus (50+)
10-09-07, 05:55 PM
Replies: 24
Views: 1,653
Posted By xcontext

I use a Brompton because part of my comute is on...

I use a Brompton because part of my comute is on train. Love it!
Forum: Cyclocross and Gravelbiking (Recreational)
10-09-07, 05:43 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 503
Posted By xcontext

05 Syrrus

I have an 05 Syrrus (aluminum) "City" bike. I bought it new and never ride it because i have a nice roadbike, single speed, and a cool folder. So there is always a better bike waiting to be enjoyed....
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