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Forum: Commuting
06-19-15, 03:48 PM
Replies: 19
Views: 1,531
Posted By willhenry

The joyride claim is true. When my brother's bike...

The joyride claim is true. When my brother's bike was stolen, we drove around our (small) town and found a couple of kids racing around on it.

When questioned, they claimed their cousin gave it...
Forum: Commuting
06-19-15, 11:40 AM
Replies: 8
Views: 1,209
Posted By willhenry

Me too actually. In this case it was a necessity,...

Me too actually. In this case it was a necessity, not for bonus ad revenue (I don't use a tons of ads anyway) but because having 16 animated gifs on one page made it take about 5 minutes to load! :)
Forum: Commuting
06-19-15, 10:40 AM
Replies: 8
Views: 1,209
Posted By willhenry

Struggles only a commuter will understand

Hey folks, I wrote a humour piece on commuting by bike. Commiseration type humour... :twitchy:

Commuter bike struggles you might relate to......
Forum: Singlespeed & Fixed Gear
05-04-15, 06:33 AM
Replies: 50
Views: 6,348
Posted By willhenry

None! Forgot to mention that... big, old platform...

None! Forgot to mention that... big, old platform pedals and skateboard shoes. :twitchy: Never again.
Forum: Commuting
05-03-15, 09:41 AM
Replies: 37
Views: 1,853
Posted By willhenry

No judgement implied! Just being supportive of...

No judgement implied! Just being supportive of the OP and making the observation that riding fast can mean arriving at work sweaty. Ride how you like!
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
05-03-15, 09:38 AM
Replies: 7
Views: 1,374
Posted By willhenry

I'm with the others here who suggest replacing...

I'm with the others here who suggest replacing the pads. Not too expensive.

Department store bikes often live in the box for long enough that the brake pad compound hardens. That's been my...
Forum: Singlespeed & Fixed Gear
05-03-15, 09:10 AM
Replies: 50
Views: 6,348
Posted By willhenry

When I first converted to fixed, I rode happily...

When I first converted to fixed, I rode happily around town for 2 weeks. Just when I though I was pro, I sped down a big hill and my feet slipped off the pedals. I got into a crazy speed wobble and...
Forum: Electric Bikes
05-03-15, 08:53 AM
Replies: 321
Views: 41,169
Posted By willhenry

Weight is my main issue. I can't justify riding a...

Weight is my main issue. I can't justify riding a bike that weighs over 40 pounds. It's the batteries...

There are some that weigh less, but then they cost more.

Frankly, looks are a big part...
Forum: Commuting
05-03-15, 08:44 AM
Replies: 41
Views: 8,017
Posted By willhenry

Upgrading to clipless pedals would be my...

Upgrading to clipless pedals would be my suggestion. You can even get a pair with recessed cleats that you can normally walk in.

The consistent position seems to reduce stress, and most step-in...
Forum: Commuting
05-03-15, 08:37 AM
Replies: 18
Views: 932
Posted By willhenry

Many flats are caused by pinching (between tire...

Many flats are caused by pinching (between tire bead and rim). It's usually because people install the tube almost flat and a bit of it gets pinched when the tire is levered back on. I always...
Forum: Commuting
05-03-15, 08:30 AM
Replies: 17
Views: 1,443
Posted By willhenry

I'd still like to see how it fares against an...

I'd still like to see how it fares against an angle grinder. That email tamper alert might not be enough if the thief can zip through the lock in 30 seconds... and the wifi limitation is an issue.
...
Forum: Commuting
05-03-15, 08:20 AM
Replies: 37
Views: 1,853
Posted By willhenry

Slow is smart. Why show up to work drenched in...

Slow is smart. Why show up to work drenched in sweat? :)
Forum: Road Cycling
05-03-15, 06:14 AM
Replies: 8
Views: 815
Posted By willhenry

Slightly higher chance of flats. Not a big...

Slightly higher chance of flats. Not a big problem.
Forum: Road Cycling
05-03-15, 06:12 AM
Replies: 21
Views: 4,603
Posted By willhenry

Mechanic helper might be a newbie. I always clamp...

Mechanic helper might be a newbie. I always clamp to the seat post unless it's not possible. Definitely request that in the future, they won't be offended.
Forum: Classic & Vintage
05-03-15, 06:01 AM
Replies: 52
Views: 5,457
Posted By willhenry

non-fixie: Gorgeous. Love that original patina....

non-fixie: Gorgeous. Love that original patina. And those pedals...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
05-03-15, 05:57 AM
Replies: 12
Views: 1,617
Posted By willhenry

Arg! I can't believe I'm going to miss this......

Arg! I can't believe I'm going to miss this... it's always such a great time, even if you're just there to 'ogle'.
Forum: Classic & Vintage
05-03-15, 05:55 AM
Replies: 12
Views: 4,551
Posted By willhenry

Yikes! Not all aluminum is created equal. Going...

Yikes! Not all aluminum is created equal. Going to check my stem now...
Forum: Professional Cycling For the Fans
07-11-14, 06:59 PM
Replies: 0
Views: 668
Posted By willhenry

Roadside, TdF Grand Depart

Hey all,

One of the authors on my site has contributed a roadside account of Stage 1 in Yorkshire. (The day of Cav's fall.) It finally got posted.

Thought you might be interested in reading...
Forum: Folding Bikes
06-20-14, 04:28 PM
Replies: 390
Views: 122,442
Posted By willhenry

:roflmao2:Now that is what I'd call a branding...

:roflmao2:Now that is what I'd call a branding fail!
Forum: Folding Bikes
06-20-14, 04:26 PM
Replies: 390
Views: 122,442
Posted By willhenry

Most bike brands do, especially if you bought it...

Most bike brands do, especially if you bought it boxed. Home builders tend to cut corners and forget stuff. Most shops charge less than $30, so I'd consider it worthwhile for the peace of mind.
Forum: Folding Bikes
06-20-14, 04:19 PM
Replies: 23
Views: 6,123
Posted By willhenry

Strange, isn't it? The same user showed up on...

Strange, isn't it? The same user showed up on CyclingForums a while back, and apparently they may have been riding without the frame lockpin in place. Ouch! Not surprising it failed.

I've had a...
Forum: Hybrid Bicycles
06-17-14, 04:16 PM
Replies: 122
Views: 67,367
Posted By willhenry

I'm currently riding a Norco XFR and it's a...

I'm currently riding a Norco XFR and it's a blast, especially in the city with trails nearby. The hydraulic brakes are awesome. Lockout fork is a must for this kind of riding, IMO.

I'll post up...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
06-17-14, 04:07 PM
Replies: 27,968
Views: 4,547,160
Posted By willhenry

Oh man! I restored a Raleigh Sports in days gone...

Oh man! I restored a Raleigh Sports in days gone by. This thread makes me very nostalgic.

In my home town, I would often find English 3 speeds in fair condition at the dump. I've pulled several...
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