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Forum: Electronics, Lighting, & Gadgets
05-30-19, 03:02 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 2,700
Posted By donald_s

Bike sensor, GPS and data

I'm thinking of getting a sensor to work with my cell to track rides. However my phone is on a per mb data plan. Am I going to burn huge data using a sensor that pairs with my phone? Would I be...
Forum: Hybrid Bicycles
05-22-19, 11:14 AM
Replies: 2,216
Views: 837,862
Posted By donald_s

I am looking at the Trek FX line, particularly...

I am looking at the Trek FX line, particularly the FX3. Is there a real reason to get disc brakes if I never ride in the rain? The disc brakes cost $130 and add 1.5 pounds to the bike (it's the...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
05-18-19, 08:26 PM
Replies: 32
Views: 2,165
Posted By donald_s

Interesting you mention the Trek. I'm trying to...

Interesting you mention the Trek. I'm trying to find an FX3 somewhere around here that I can test ride.
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
05-18-19, 09:58 AM
Replies: 32
Views: 2,165
Posted By donald_s

I appreciate *all* the replies. You guys have...

I appreciate *all* the replies. You guys have given me a lot to think about. I came here not asking for specific advice, but for a guide or two to help me understand what's out there. I was not in...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
05-17-19, 08:33 AM
Replies: 7
Views: 1,448
Posted By donald_s

Hybrid bike questions

I am looking at possibly buying a hybrid bike and had a couple of questions.

1. If I have a hybrid that has similar gearing and similar weight to a road bike, how much more difficult is climbing?...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
05-13-19, 05:12 PM
Replies: 32
Views: 2,165
Posted By donald_s

mstate, my problem is that I don't know what I...

mstate, my problem is that I don't know what I need. For example, I am thinking very seriously about straight rather than drop handlebars. But I don't know advantages or disadvantages. Thank you...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
05-13-19, 05:11 PM
Replies: 32
Views: 2,165
Posted By donald_s

Ok, thank you all for your responses, I...

Ok, thank you all for your responses, I appreciate that you took the time.
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
05-13-19, 04:47 PM
Replies: 32
Views: 2,165
Posted By donald_s

My thinking about a new bike has to do with...

My thinking about a new bike has to do with problems with my old bike. The shifters don't work very well. They are fingertips and I don't think there are replacements. Also I don't do well with...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
05-13-19, 04:44 PM
Replies: 32
Views: 2,165
Posted By donald_s

Why thank you mstate never would have thought of...

Why thank you mstate never would have thought of search the web. Oh wait, I did to find a bicycle forum, where I thought I could get some help. My mistake.
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
05-13-19, 01:05 PM
Replies: 32
Views: 2,165
Posted By donald_s

Bike buying guides

I thought there would be a bike buying guide here but so far I don't see one. I am so far behind the times in terms of bike technology I don't really know what to look for. I have an old road bike...
Forum: Fifty Plus (50+)
04-22-19, 11:10 AM
Replies: 58
Views: 10,460
Posted By donald_s

Haha! *You're* out of a touch? I'm riding a...

Haha! *You're* out of a touch? I'm riding a Nishki Semi-pro, circa 1975 with fingertip shifters. It's amazing how the technology has accelerated in bikes the last many years. You're ashamed now...
Forum: Fitting Your Bike
04-22-19, 11:07 AM
Replies: 4
Views: 1,409
Posted By donald_s

Yeah, the wheels are the key. Go to a bike shop...

Yeah, the wheels are the key. Go to a bike shop that knows wheels and talk to them about heavy duty spokes. They can build something that will support you no problem.
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
04-22-19, 11:02 AM
Replies: 23
Views: 2,940
Posted By donald_s

I also want to say thank you to everyone who has...

I also want to say thank you to everyone who has responded and especially those who sent me personal messages. The moderators won't let me post pictures or respond to personal mail until I do a...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
04-22-19, 11:01 AM
Replies: 23
Views: 2,940
Posted By donald_s

Vegas, how did that skunk get dead? It's called...

Vegas, how did that skunk get dead? It's called road kill. I have had accidents on my bicycle involving a car 5 times. I have had my car hit by another car 6 times. My sister was killed by being...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
04-14-19, 03:03 PM
Replies: 23
Views: 2,940
Posted By donald_s

Tricycle for an experienced cyclist

Back in the day I did a lot of cycle touring. I've not ridden regularly for some years. Being much older (over 60 now) I was thinking though it might be cool to have a trike to take to the store to...
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