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Forum: Commuting
09-05-18, 02:39 PM
Replies: 24
Views: 1,896
Posted By globie

I've learned the hard way to take my time after...

I've learned the hard way to take my time after repairing a flat. In my haste to get going, I've left behind tire levers, inflators, patch kits, etc.
Like you did, it helps to push the bike to more...
Forum: Commuting
09-05-18, 02:28 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 1,539
Posted By globie

I have Ortlieb panniers, which I leave on the...

I have Ortlieb panniers, which I leave on the bike. I roll my pants, jacket and shirt and put them into a Chico Bag...
Forum: Commuting
09-05-18, 02:06 PM
Replies: 18
Views: 2,601
Posted By globie

Another Brooks B-17 rider here. I use the...

Another Brooks B-17 rider here. I use the conditioner very rarely and ride it in the rain a lot, and it's good as new after seven years.
I adjust the tension in the sling when it gets loose and...
Forum: Commuting
09-05-18, 01:50 PM
Replies: 116
Views: 10,091
Posted By globie

I use mine mainly in the office after I've...

I use mine mainly in the office after I've encountered an issue on the way to work. I've used it curbside maybe six times in 11 years of commuting, and like many others here, have offered it to other...
Forum: Commuting
08-29-18, 12:52 PM
Replies: 20
Views: 3,249
Posted By globie

I'm 65 and have commuted on a road bike, a...

I'm 65 and have commuted on a road bike, a mountain bike, a sport tourer and now an LHT. The LHT, while a heavyweight, is the best by far for me.
The long wheelbase makes it stable and comfortable....
Forum: Commuting
08-16-18, 01:38 PM
Replies: 33
Views: 4,592
Posted By globie

I can tell you from experience of two weeks ago...

I can tell you from experience of two weeks ago that it is almost impossible to keep your face up and eyes ahead in a hard hailstorm, so yes, pretty dangerous.
Cyccommute, Ironically I took shelter...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
08-03-18, 10:39 AM
Replies: 11
Views: 7,970
Posted By globie

If it's like the Shimano FD I recently purchased,...

If it's like the Shimano FD I recently purchased, it will come with one clamp and two sets of shims. One shim set was too thin, the other too thick. I inserted the thicker set, and I could easily get...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
07-30-18, 02:04 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 1,247
Posted By globie

Yes. This was definitely your issue. However,...

Yes. This was definitely your issue.
However, I'm wondering why your new chain is so full of black gunk. A cleaner chain and derailleurs will also help shifting. I'd clean the drivetrain and...
Forum: Commuting
05-16-18, 01:38 PM
Replies: 18
Views: 2,838
Posted By globie

My city also has alleys intersecting nearly every...

My city also has alleys intersecting nearly every block. However, you would effectively be encountering a 2-way stop sign at every street, because visibility is poor from alley exits and cross...
Forum: Commuting
05-16-18, 01:26 PM
Replies: 18
Views: 2,953
Posted By globie

https://www.tuffshed.com/

https://www.tuffshed.com/
Forum: Commuting
05-02-18, 12:56 PM
Replies: 74
Views: 8,955
Posted By globie

Winds above 40 mph. Ice or packed snow on the...

Winds above 40 mph.
Ice or packed snow on the roads.
Wind chill below 5F.
Lightning, although I usually just wait this out because thunderstorms typically don't last long around here.
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
04-04-18, 12:42 PM
Replies: 29
Views: 4,539
Posted By globie

I had it happen descending the Sidney Lanier...

I had it happen descending the Sidney Lanier Bridge in Georgia a few years ago. It is very disconcerting. After a little research I decided it was harmonic distortion, which can happen on lots of...
Forum: Commuting
04-04-18, 12:23 PM
Replies: 31
Views: 6,352
Posted By globie

For commuting, I love the longer wheelbase of a...

For commuting, I love the longer wheelbase of a touring bike, and the weight is almost irrelevant to me because I load it up with racks, fenders, lights, etc.
I'd go with the Trek 520.
Forum: Commuting
03-22-18, 01:42 PM
Replies: 19
Views: 3,162
Posted By globie

I'll echo the Ortliebs advocacy. My rollbacks...

I'll echo the Ortliebs advocacy. My rollbacks look brand new after about five years of daily riding. They are definitely worth the higher initial investment.
This winter, the male ends of the top...
Forum: Commuting
02-20-18, 03:07 PM
Replies: 40
Views: 3,604
Posted By globie

I hear you. Here in St. Louis, it was 68...

I hear you.
Here in St. Louis, it was 68 degrees this morning, but pounding rain and winds gusting to 30 mph so I took the bus. By tomorrow morning, it will be 30 with freezing rain and more wind. ...
Forum: Commuting
12-07-17, 01:03 PM
Replies: 49
Views: 5,095
Posted By globie

1. Don't hit anything. 2. Don't get hit.

1. Don't hit anything.
2. Don't get hit.
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
11-01-17, 10:17 AM
Replies: 17
Views: 1,634
Posted By globie

I inspected the tire casing pretty closely last...

I inspected the tire casing pretty closely last night and saw no big tear or hole. I was having a little trouble last night clearing the new tube from the bead near the valve. I thought that I had...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
11-01-17, 09:40 AM
Replies: 17
Views: 1,634
Posted By globie

I think you both must be right. The site of the...

I think you both must be right. The site of the shredding of the tube is where it would have met the rim. I've never pinched a tube before in many repairs, but there's always a first time. Thanks!
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
11-01-17, 09:24 AM
Replies: 17
Views: 1,634
Posted By globie

Boom!

A minute ago, while I'm sitting in my office, a loud explosion nearby scared the stuffing out of me.
I went to investigate and in the next room saw that the rear tire of my bike was flat, blown off...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
10-19-17, 02:32 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 1,263
Posted By globie

By the straightedge test (less than 1mm cup), I'm...

By the straightedge test (less than 1mm cup), I'm good for a few thousand more. Thanks.
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
10-19-17, 02:30 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 1,263
Posted By globie

Good article. Thanks.

Good article. Thanks.
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
10-19-17, 02:10 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 1,263
Posted By globie

What to watch for in rim wearing

I've got 16,000 miles on a pair of Alex Adventurer rims, and I'd rather not ride to failure. I have rim brakes and a pretty heavy bike. On the other hand, money is tight. What should I be looking for...
Forum: Commuting
10-19-17, 02:01 PM
Replies: 55
Views: 8,016
Posted By globie

My commute is only 6.5 miles each way, but I...

My commute is only 6.5 miles each way, but I don't even like to ride around the block without the, ahem, support of compression shorts -- not necessarily bike shorts with chamois. These are not...
Forum: Commuting
10-06-17, 02:16 PM
Replies: 59
Views: 14,946
Posted By globie

I'll second that. I am sold on Continentals. I am...

I'll second that. I am sold on Continentals. I am now running Continental Travel Contacts, and they've been highly puncture resistant and high mileage. Very nice riding tires, too. I previously ran...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
08-22-17, 12:00 PM
Replies: 22
Views: 2,772
Posted By globie

Iride, I am more of a masher than a spinner, so...

Iride, I am more of a masher than a spinner, so that may have something to do with it. My bike is heavy, too. I rarely ride off road. Also, I am not too particular about cleaning the chain. However,...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
08-22-17, 10:46 AM
Replies: 22
Views: 2,772
Posted By globie

Squid, I relubed sporadically, but it probably...

Squid, I relubed sporadically, but it probably averaged around 600 miles. I lubed it before installing. I suspect I could have relubed less often.
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
08-22-17, 09:34 AM
Replies: 22
Views: 2,772
Posted By globie

Unsolicited Chain-L review

At my last chain installation, I switched to Chain-L, having been disappointed at getting only about 2,200 miles using various bike-specific lubes on the previous chain.
Since I've been commuting,...
Forum: Commuting
05-24-17, 02:33 PM
Replies: 64
Views: 6,221
Posted By globie

It's been very windy here this spring, and while...

It's been very windy here this spring, and while I always wear prescription glasses, my eyes have been taking a beating. I just bought a pair of fog-proof motorcycle goggles ($24) that fit over my...
Forum: Commuting
04-04-17, 01:23 PM
Replies: 45
Views: 9,448
Posted By globie

I recently got a Bell Stoker MIPS helmet after a...

I recently got a Bell Stoker MIPS helmet after a long search and two returned online purchases. I like it a lot.
It's lightweight, well ventilated and not racy. The part I like best is the visor,...
Forum: Commuting
03-31-17, 01:49 PM
Replies: 106
Views: 11,823
Posted By globie

I ride in regular rain as long as it's above 32F,...

I ride in regular rain as long as it's above 32F, and actually quite enjoy it. I'm lucky to have flexible hours, so in a heavy morning thunderstorm, I can wait it out and do some work from home....
Forum: Commuting
03-28-17, 12:51 PM
Replies: 30
Views: 4,351
Posted By globie

Drink chocolate milk after the ride. The low-fat...

Drink chocolate milk after the ride. The low-fat kind is supposed to be better in muscle recovery, but the real deal whole-milk kind is more delicious.
Forum: Commuting
03-24-17, 01:00 PM
Replies: 16
Views: 1,674
Posted By globie

I had an SKS Longboard break for no apparent...

I had an SKS Longboard break for no apparent reason at the front fork attachment. I copied SKS in an email to the bike store and had a new set within days. (I've been running that set for several...
Forum: Commuting
03-13-17, 03:20 PM
Replies: 39
Views: 6,165
Posted By globie

I'll second this. Great design and well worth the...

I'll second this. Great design and well worth the price. I got mine on sale a couple years ago, and they're like new with daily use. They work on a wide variety of racks. Very durable. Easy on and...
Forum: Commuting
02-07-17, 11:27 AM
Replies: 75
Views: 6,177
Posted By globie

I've been bike commuting about 10 years. I...

I've been bike commuting about 10 years.
I enjoy driving my bike and hate riding my car in traffic. I arrive at work and back home happy instead of angry.
I enjoy tinkering on bikes, but cars are...
Forum: Commuting
12-02-16, 03:30 PM
Replies: 36
Views: 9,289
Posted By globie

I have a road bike, but I didn't like loading it...

I have a road bike, but I didn't like loading it up with racks, fenders, lights, etc.
I got a sports touring bike, which I liked better, but it did not survive an encounter with a texting motorist. ...
Forum: Commuting
12-02-16, 03:25 PM
Replies: 105
Views: 9,027
Posted By globie

Have kids, raise them to driving age, decline to...

Have kids, raise them to driving age, decline to buy them a car of their own ... boom, you're bike commuting.
Forum: Commuting
10-25-16, 01:08 PM
Replies: 47
Views: 20,561
Posted By globie

I have used a Cateye Reflex, which came with a...

I have used a Cateye Reflex, which came with a rack mount, for several years and am very happy with it. Very reliable, bright and tough and gets great battery life....
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
04-15-16, 12:37 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 553
Posted By globie

One-way chain squeak

Lately I have experienced a high-pitch chirpy squeak from the cassette area -- but only on the return trip of my commute.
For example, I lubed the chain and RD pulleys after a squeaky ride home...
Forum: Commuting
04-05-16, 01:52 PM
Replies: 261
Views: 14,173
Posted By globie

I rely mostly on bike and public transit, but...

I rely mostly on bike and public transit, but couldn't get by without having occasional access to my wife's car. We once had three cars for four drivers, but I let two go with my daughters when they...
Forum: Commuting
03-28-16, 01:15 PM
Replies: 31
Views: 2,670
Posted By globie

Totally agree. I think the drinking starts early...

Totally agree. I think the drinking starts early Friday afternoon for a lot of folks, and then they're on their cellphones making plans for the weekend. My only car-bike collision in four decades...
Forum: Commuting
02-09-16, 11:26 AM
Replies: 3,369
Views: 169,227
Posted By globie

My 6.5 mile commute took 70 minutes today -- more...

My 6.5 mile commute took 70 minutes today -- more than twice the usual time. I took the bus.
Forum: Commuting
01-27-16, 02:57 PM
Replies: 54
Views: 2,225
Posted By globie

My wife and I are able to share one car because...

My wife and I are able to share one car because of my commuting. We used to have three and were on the verge of four.
We have two young adult daughters, who shared one of the three cars. One moved...
Forum: Commuting
11-23-15, 02:58 PM
Replies: 67
Views: 3,039
Posted By globie

I never drive, but I'll take the bus when the...

I never drive, but I'll take the bus when the streets are icy, which is infrequent enough here to make studs impractical.
Forum: Commuting
10-28-15, 03:01 PM
Replies: 59
Views: 3,587
Posted By globie

I started daily commuting because weekend riding...

I started daily commuting because weekend riding just wasn't enough to scratch the itch.
I've been commuting about eight years, the last four on a heavy-laden touring bike.
As a result, I have...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
10-09-15, 01:46 PM
Replies: 21
Views: 6,864
Posted By globie

I had a lot of trouble removing one that broke...

I had a lot of trouble removing one that broke where it connected to the spokes. I used a hacksaw blade part of the way through, then heated up an electric soldering iron and melted a grove through...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
07-23-15, 10:00 AM
Replies: 15
Views: 4,312
Posted By globie

I'd say the issue is whether it will mount on...

I'd say the issue is whether it will mount on your rim. I received a pair of beaded tires in a box once. The box was fine, but one tire had a bad kink. My guess is that it had hung on a rod for a...
Forum: Commuting
07-16-15, 04:06 PM
Replies: 88
Views: 11,162
Posted By globie

As a newbie I bought some clip-ons. When I needed...

As a newbie I bought some clip-ons. When I needed them they were always home in the garage staying nice and dry.
Two comic experiences: On Mackinaw Island, no cars or trucks allowed but lots of...
Forum: Commuting
07-07-15, 01:29 PM
Replies: 63
Views: 4,200
Posted By globie

I've done that, too. My wife and I had the...

I've done that, too.
My wife and I had the same reaction: surprised that it hadn't happened before.
Fortunately, I have my own office and access through a rear freight elevator. I worked with the...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
06-24-15, 12:26 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 2,416
Posted By globie

Thanks for all the input. I salvaged my old...

Thanks for all the input. I salvaged my old master link and installed it. Problem solved.
Forum: Commuting
06-22-15, 02:19 PM
Replies: 164
Views: 17,216
Posted By globie

Yeah, it may be a little premature, but I ride in...

Yeah, it may be a little premature, but I ride in all conditions and am not obsessive about cleaning and lubing.
But changing them out together sure makes it shift like brand new, and I like that...
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