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Forum: Hybrid Bicycles
05-28-18, 05:32 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 14,254
Posted By mrl72

That did the trick! When I put it on I must've...

That did the trick! When I put it on I must've pinched it which caused the bulging and the unbalanced wheel. I haven't changed a tire since I was a kid and it had me completely baffled! lol.
Forum: Hybrid Bicycles
05-28-18, 08:11 AM
Replies: 7
Views: 14,254
Posted By mrl72

Question Noob tube size question (Giant Escape 3)

Hi all

Noob question here. I have a Giant Escape 3 and recently got my first flat since purchasing the bike a few years ago. The size on the tire says 700x32c and the label on the rim says 622-19,...
Forum: Training & Nutrition
11-20-15, 07:04 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 22,988
Posted By mrl72

So I went on a ride this evening. Only 30mins but...

So I went on a ride this evening. Only 30mins but I did some HIIT on and off. Got my BP way up. Was exhausted at the end.

I had Strava running in addition to Wahoo app. Strava said I burned...
Forum: Training & Nutrition
11-18-15, 08:12 AM
Replies: 7
Views: 22,988
Posted By mrl72

I would've thought the HR monitors were a lot...

I would've thought the HR monitors were a lot more accurate than just an app on your phone ie mapmyride. In the example I gave above, I recall doing some uphill sprints on that ride, full out for a...
Forum: Training & Nutrition
11-18-15, 07:27 AM
Replies: 7
Views: 22,988
Posted By mrl72

Wahoo Tickr Calorie Accuracy

Using the Wahoo fitness tracking app with the Tickr HR chest strap. Wondering how accurate the calorie counter is. I'm getting some high results that seem way off to me. Example: 22miles, 1hr 50min...
Forum: Hybrid Bicycles
09-22-15, 02:05 PM
Replies: 17
Views: 3,334
Posted By mrl72

I did just this and so far looks like it's fixed...

I did just this and so far looks like it's fixed my issue. I had tightened them up before and the problem remained, but taking them completely off and adding some lube seemed to have done the trick....
Forum: Hybrid Bicycles
09-13-15, 08:38 AM
Replies: 17
Views: 3,334
Posted By mrl72

Hmm interesting. I have new pedals on mine after...

Hmm interesting. I have new pedals on mine after replacing the stock ones a couple of months ago. Hope they're not worn out already.
Forum: Hybrid Bicycles
09-12-15, 06:01 PM
Replies: 17
Views: 3,334
Posted By mrl72

I'll have to try pulling that apart tomorrow. I...

I'll have to try pulling that apart tomorrow. I did check the bolts and they were super tight so thought it was maybe a bearing problem or something. I'll report back if the problem continues.
...
Forum: Hybrid Bicycles
09-12-15, 11:19 AM
Replies: 17
Views: 3,334
Posted By mrl72

Pedal Clank

Hey all

Getting a clanking sound on my relatively new Giant Escape 3. I've put 1,000 miles on it over the last 4-5 months but it's been well taken care of.
...
Forum: Hybrid Bicycles
08-15-15, 07:59 AM
Replies: 2
Views: 805
Posted By mrl72

Play in head after changing stem

Hi all

Giant Escape 3. Swapped out the stem for an adjustable one but now there is play in the head (slight rocking back and forth). Put everything back in the same order, left stem nuts loose...
Forum: Hybrid Bicycles
07-29-15, 07:28 AM
Replies: 10
Views: 4,926
Posted By mrl72

I'm thinking of doing the same on my Giant Escape...

I'm thinking of doing the same on my Giant Escape 3. Been getting lower back problems as well as pain in the wrists lately, especially on long rides. Figured a riser may be worth trying.

When I...
Forum: Hybrid Bicycles
07-28-15, 09:06 AM
Replies: 19
Views: 2,568
Posted By mrl72

+1 - First thing I did was swap out the pedals...

+1 - First thing I did was swap out the pedals for some decent ones.
Forum: Hybrid Bicycles
07-28-15, 07:03 AM
Replies: 19
Views: 2,568
Posted By mrl72

Here's a closer pic. 467550

Here's a closer pic.

467550
Forum: Hybrid Bicycles
07-27-15, 08:06 PM
Replies: 19
Views: 2,568
Posted By mrl72

That one is mostly cloth while the one I have is...

That one is mostly cloth while the one I have is like Mole skin or something.
Forum: Hybrid Bicycles
07-21-15, 08:07 PM
Replies: 19
Views: 2,568
Posted By mrl72

I paid $46 for it. It took me a few weeks to...

I paid $46 for it. It took me a few weeks to adjust to it so keep that in mind if you go with a gel seat like this one. I was almost ready to send it back then I got on it one day and it felt great,...
Forum: Hybrid Bicycles
07-20-15, 10:00 AM
Replies: 19
Views: 2,568
Posted By mrl72

I have this one on my Escape 3 and love it. ...

I have this one on my Escape 3 and love it.

Amazon.com: Planet Bike 5020 Men's ARS Standard Anatomic Relief Saddle with Gel

465901
...
Forum: Hybrid Bicycles
07-16-15, 01:15 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 1,417
Posted By mrl72

I think that's what it could be. Neck pain today...

I think that's what it could be. Neck pain today at the base of my skull but still pain in the lower back. I started researching trunk exercises for when I feel better. I've lost a lot of weight over...
Forum: Hybrid Bicycles
07-16-15, 01:13 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 1,417
Posted By mrl72

I love it. Had a couple of minor problems since...

I love it. Had a couple of minor problems since getting it a few months ago, but nothing to write home about. I've easily added 1500 miles or more and nothing major has gone wrong yet.
Forum: Hybrid Bicycles
07-16-15, 01:11 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 1,417
Posted By mrl72

I never got it fitted, but I did spend some time...

I never got it fitted, but I did spend some time watching youtube videos on how to adjust the seat and what not. I was perhaps thinking of putting a stem riser on there. Often my hands go to sleep...
Forum: Hybrid Bicycles
07-15-15, 09:53 AM
Replies: 10
Views: 1,417
Posted By mrl72

Did my first 50K on my Hybrid. Can't walk today. Urgh.

Decided to do my first 50K ride on the weekend on my Giant Escape 3. Felt great! Until today that is! Now I can't walk, immense pain shooting down my lower back into my legs. Been riding now for 5...
Forum: Hybrid Bicycles
06-16-15, 11:52 AM
Replies: 9
Views: 1,628
Posted By mrl72

Oh wow, great info -- thanks! I never use the...

Oh wow, great info -- thanks! I never use the lower gears. The bridge over the freeway is the only hill I ever go over and I can get up that flat out even in the highest gear.
Forum: Hybrid Bicycles
06-16-15, 10:10 AM
Replies: 9
Views: 1,628
Posted By mrl72

Yeah 90% of the time I'm getting by fine, but...

Yeah 90% of the time I'm getting by fine, but then I'll hit a long flat stretch (I cycle mainly around my neighborhood) and go for a quick burst to get my heart rate up. I'll easily get up to about...
Forum: Hybrid Bicycles
06-16-15, 07:24 AM
Replies: 9
Views: 1,628
Posted By mrl72

I'm facing the same problem with my Giant Escape...

I'm facing the same problem with my Giant Escape 3 and considering an upgrade to the drivetrain. I'm maxing out on some runs I do. Not saying I need a lot more but I sometimes find myself reaching...
Forum: Hybrid Bicycles
04-29-15, 08:21 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 5,610
Posted By mrl72

Same here and I love it. I have an iPhone 6+...

Same here and I love it. I have an iPhone 6+ mounted to it and have had zero problems both with visibility and battery. I use it with the Wahoo tickr and just have voice prompts giving me stats every...
Forum: Hybrid Bicycles
04-25-15, 07:42 PM
Replies: 21
Views: 12,016
Posted By mrl72

I took mine back to the dealer/LBS and they made...

I took mine back to the dealer/LBS and they made some adjustments, as well as showing me what to tweak. It's still a bit rough in some gears but much better than how it was when I got it home.
Forum: Electronics, Lighting, & Gadgets
04-24-15, 09:38 AM
Replies: 5
Views: 9,100
Posted By mrl72

Just got mine today. Very nice and super solid! ...

Just got mine today. Very nice and super solid!

https://dl.dropboxusercontent.com/u/12725795/IMG_5981.jpg

https://dl.dropboxusercontent.com/u/12725795/IMG_5984.jpg
Forum: Electronics, Lighting, & Gadgets
04-24-15, 09:30 AM
Replies: 28
Views: 4,066
Posted By mrl72

On the fence about it at the moment. I too went...

On the fence about it at the moment. I too went into the store but they only had the 38mm on demo and the thing was tiny, way too small for my eyes to concentrate on while out and about. I bought the...
Forum: Hybrid Bicycles
04-24-15, 07:23 AM
Replies: 7,839
Views: 2,875,175
Posted By mrl72

Just picked her up last week. Upgraded from a...

Just picked her up last week. Upgraded from a crappy Schwinn MB I bought from Target 10 years ago. Loving it so far but is likely a stepping stone to something better in a year or two. Adding a new...
Forum: Hybrid Bicycles
04-24-15, 07:12 AM
Replies: 1,577
Views: 393,842
Posted By mrl72

Added one of these little suckers. Super solid...

Added one of these little suckers. Super solid and much better than my old clip on one. I wish the Escape 3 bar stem was a bit more level though.
...
Forum: Hybrid Bicycles
04-23-15, 06:52 AM
Replies: 100
Views: 20,489
Posted By mrl72

Just bought my first Hybrid last week after...

Just bought my first Hybrid last week after riding a $80 Schwinn mountain bike for the past 10 years. Wanting to do more riding to get fit, upgrading to a hybrid was a no brainer really. In fact,...
Forum: Hybrid Bicycles
04-22-15, 08:21 AM
Replies: 2
Views: 951
Posted By mrl72

Ergon GP2 grips with cut original grips?

Hey all

I ordered a set of Ergon GP2 grips for my Escape 3 that were in a 50% off sale. Great deal, or so I thought but then the site I ordered them from listed the wrong model and I got the...
Forum: Electronics, Lighting, & Gadgets
04-22-15, 06:50 AM
Replies: 5
Views: 9,100
Posted By mrl72

After you posted the link I went and bought the...

After you posted the link I went and bought the Quadlock too, so thanks! :)
Forum: Hybrid Bicycles
04-21-15, 09:16 AM
Replies: 69
Views: 7,369
Posted By mrl72

Here's what I just ordered today after purchasing...

Here's what I just ordered today after purchasing an Escape 3 last weekend. I've already put 50 miles on the bike riding it around my neighborhood. So far I've added some wider pedals because the...
Forum: Electronics, Lighting, & Gadgets
04-21-15, 07:22 AM
Replies: 5
Views: 9,100
Posted By mrl72

I'm in the market for a new case myself. That...

I'm in the market for a new case myself. That Studioproper iphone mount is nice, but since they don't have an included case yet for the 6+ looks like you have to buy one of their other cases, so the...
Forum: Hybrid Bicycles
04-19-15, 07:59 PM
Replies: 24
Views: 8,757
Posted By mrl72

Yep, Escape 3 exactly $350. But factor in another...

Yep, Escape 3 exactly $350. But factor in another $30 for a decent seat!
Forum: Hybrid Bicycles
04-19-15, 04:36 PM
Replies: 38
Views: 3,950
Posted By mrl72

I'm a total noob myself having bought my first...

I'm a total noob myself having bought my first "sort of" decent bike this weekend which was an Escape 3. It was $380 after tax and came with 3 tune-ups from my LBS (not sure if that's good or bad...
Forum: Hybrid Bicycles
04-17-15, 07:48 PM
Replies: 21
Views: 12,016
Posted By mrl72

Just picked up an Escape 3 this evening. I've...

Just picked up an Escape 3 this evening. I've been riding a crappy Shwinn mountain bike for 10 years and finally upgraded to something better. Talk about night and day difference! However, took it...
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