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Forum: Electronics, Lighting, & Gadgets
06-26-14, 05:01 PM
Replies: 1
Views: 666
Posted By aidzbelty

Camera owners - mounted gimbals?

Does anyone here using a camera during rides have a gimbal or stabilizer mounted? Looking for some ideas and the current one I'm thinking about is getting a handheld 3-axis and putting zip ties in...
Forum: Folding Bikes
05-04-14, 06:57 AM
Replies: 21
Views: 9,176
Posted By aidzbelty

The MEC Origami folding bike has a Tern frame,...

The MEC Origami folding bike has a Tern frame, internal hub gear, fenders and racks. It's only 650 CAD on the MEC website.
Forum: Electronics, Lighting, & Gadgets
04-07-14, 02:13 PM
Replies: 53
Views: 7,165
Posted By aidzbelty

That depends on the person, but that's just how I...

That depends on the person, but that's just how I prefer my horn - ginormous. Besides it isn't on how it looks like, it's how you use it.
Forum: Electronics, Lighting, & Gadgets
04-07-14, 10:34 AM
Replies: 53
Views: 7,165
Posted By aidzbelty

This looks promising, but it still is in...

This looks promising, but it still is in pre-order so I'm not sure:

Loud Bicycle | Car horn for bikes (http://www.loudbicycle.com/)
Forum: Electronics, Lighting, & Gadgets
03-26-14, 09:04 PM
Replies: 23
Views: 4,820
Posted By aidzbelty

I used to own a TCL-SVC200 as well but then it...

I used to own a TCL-SVC200 as well but then it was too big and night shots were getting grainy (not sure if I just had a faulty model), so I sold it and got a Mobius camera instead.. Especially now...
Forum: Commuting
02-22-14, 07:23 PM
Replies: 14
Views: 1,079
Posted By aidzbelty

I saw the SKS P45 Longboards and I finally found...

I saw the SKS P45 Longboards and I finally found what I needed! Thank you! :thumb:

A bit curious though, how long exactly are the P-series and the P Lonboards? Any pictures perhaps to compare?
Forum: Commuting
02-20-14, 04:19 PM
Replies: 207
Views: 23,672
Posted By aidzbelty

A couple of shots in Vineland, Ontario a couple...

A couple of shots in Vineland, Ontario a couple of days before the rain:

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Forum: Commuting
02-17-14, 07:50 PM
Replies: 14
Views: 1,079
Posted By aidzbelty

longer fenders?

Can anyone recommend me longer full coverage fenders that would lessen bottom bracket splash?

I have the Axiom Roadrunner LX Reflex...
Forum: Electric Bikes
02-16-14, 08:21 PM
Replies: 14
Views: 8,828
Posted By aidzbelty

I don't have any experience with it, but this is...

I don't have any experience with it, but this is the one I am saving up for in converting my commuter. I plan on keeping the 7-speed Tourney on the rear and completely remove the front gears, but if...
Forum: Folding Bikes
01-20-14, 10:21 PM
Replies: 40
Views: 5,055
Posted By aidzbelty

1. I go with aluminum for being lightweight, but...

1. I go with aluminum for being lightweight, but it will be a stiffer ride than steel which is okay since I just wear padded gloves to ease the vibrations to my palms.

2. That depends on where you...
Forum: Folding Bikes
01-20-14, 04:20 AM
Replies: 40
Views: 5,055
Posted By aidzbelty

Hmm, methinks this should be in the folding bike...

Hmm, methinks this should be in the folding bike section..

[EDIT]: oops, too late its already there..

anyway, to redryder74 - if you are not comfortable with the brompton when you tried it then...
Forum: Commuting
01-20-14, 03:56 AM
Replies: 17
Views: 791
Posted By aidzbelty

on a -20 C, I usually go on a wool midlayer with...

on a -20 C, I usually go on a wool midlayer with jeans followed by a windproof/waterproof pants & jacket.. then I have a winter mitt and toque to match it up..
Forum: Electronics, Lighting, & Gadgets
01-19-14, 09:25 AM
Replies: 27
Views: 7,708
Posted By aidzbelty

Ok point taken.. :) Have been waiting for a...

Ok point taken.. :)

Have been waiting for a waterproof case for this to be available in the US because I wanted to have another camera aside from my SVC-200, and it has been sitting in the wish...
Forum: Electronics, Lighting, & Gadgets
01-18-14, 07:57 AM
Replies: 27
Views: 7,708
Posted By aidzbelty

But isn't the file output in .mov format? That...

But isn't the file output in .mov format? That will take up a huge chunk of my drive space in time, but its compact design make me want to get it.
Forum: Commuting
08-13-13, 07:46 AM
Replies: 56
Views: 2,989
Posted By aidzbelty

I feel bad for you bro since I've been crossing...

I feel bad for you bro since I've been crossing to Richmond daily in my commutes, and it ain't bike-friendly compared to Vancouver..

There's a story back then that old Asian people living there...
Forum: Commuting
07-30-13, 09:49 AM
Replies: 17
Views: 1,440
Posted By aidzbelty

Well, there's your answer.. From my POV,...

Well, there's your answer..

From my POV, that distance and given your uphill pedaling capacity I'd go for the SS (I'm a bit biased on this side since I'm buying one for myself haha).. A bit...
Forum: Commuting
07-17-13, 10:42 PM
Replies: 315
Views: 32,391
Posted By aidzbelty

Before hitting the road.. 329761

Before hitting the road..

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Forum: Commuting
06-22-13, 02:05 AM
Replies: 74
Views: 6,031
Posted By aidzbelty

Non-violent means: change routes frequently ...

Non-violent means: change routes frequently

Violent means: Hand pump or a DIY stun baton


Also if confrontation is inevitable, it is better to make noise or alert nearby people of your...
Forum: Commuting
06-22-13, 01:57 AM
Replies: 23
Views: 15,461
Posted By aidzbelty

Good to hear that you're healthy. Wow, you must...

Good to hear that you're healthy. Wow, you must be fit that your case only involved the cartilage and only needed ibuprofen; I'm skinny that my chest muscles were slightly affected - no wonder I was...
Forum: Commuting
06-20-13, 09:17 PM
Replies: 4,068
Views: 150,644
Posted By aidzbelty

Day 75 since I got my commuter hybrid: Call...

Day 75 since I got my commuter hybrid:

Call me weird, but I'm starting to get addicted to this.

I try to find any excuse just so I could ride my bike - picking up groceries, going to the bank,...
Forum: Commuting
06-20-13, 09:08 PM
Replies: 23
Views: 15,461
Posted By aidzbelty

Back then I had pain in my chest that starts from...

Back then I had pain in my chest that starts from muscle and radiates through the bone. I don't go to the gym, but the pain suddenly happens without warning. Turns out it was costochondritis - the...
Forum: Commuting
06-20-13, 12:33 AM
Replies: 23
Views: 15,461
Posted By aidzbelty

The fact that you mentioned it just started...

The fact that you mentioned it just started recently and happens even off-bike is an good indicator that your bike isn't the one at fault, or at least not the only one..

What you're experiencing...
Forum: Commuting
05-18-13, 11:52 AM
Replies: 93
Views: 9,537
Posted By aidzbelty

Thanks for the reply guys.. :thumb: I looked...

Thanks for the reply guys.. :thumb:

I looked up on trailers, and thinking of investing one of those cargo trailers next month.. I haven't checked the folding baskets in my LBS, but it seems...
Forum: Commuting
05-16-13, 09:44 PM
Replies: 93
Views: 9,537
Posted By aidzbelty

Groceries = what gear?

I've been commuting to the supermarket for my groceries bi-monthly, and I usually go back putting 2 plastic bags on either side of the handlebars. A while ago, I almost lost my balance and nearly got...
Forum: Commuting
05-14-13, 11:32 AM
Replies: 19
Views: 16,222
Posted By aidzbelty

The bike I bought a month ago have CST Traveller...

The bike I bought a month ago have CST Traveller 700x35c installed on it.. :eek:

I also had one experience here in Raincouver where I had to use the brake to stop on a red light, and my hybrid...
Forum: Commuting
04-18-13, 01:12 AM
Replies: 33
Views: 3,509
Posted By aidzbelty

Unless it's a well-known online store, I wouldn't...

Unless it's a well-known online store, I wouldn't trust too much in buying in the internet because you don't know if the actual product you're getting is the same one advertised (learned the hard...
Forum: Commuting
04-18-13, 01:03 AM
Replies: 50
Views: 3,021
Posted By aidzbelty

Hope you get to ride soon, and I guess it's still...

Hope you get to ride soon, and I guess it's still ok to make quick stops, given that the bike is locked before leaving it alone..

Call me paranoid, but I prefer to think of the worst possible...
Forum: Commuting
04-18-13, 12:50 AM
Replies: 34
Views: 5,400
Posted By aidzbelty

Tried doing a pinch check daily - at least it...

Tried doing a pinch check daily - at least it will help me getting a better feel of my tires for the rides to come..

Getting used to the front tire, its just that the rear tires give me the most...
Forum: Commuting
04-16-13, 06:15 PM
Replies: 34
Views: 5,400
Posted By aidzbelty

Thanks for the input guys.. :thumb: How...

Thanks for the input guys.. :thumb:


How does the tire drop actually work? Is it recommended to have the side threads touching the ground when loaded? I tried using different pressures in the...
Forum: Commuting
04-15-13, 11:16 PM
Replies: 34
Views: 5,400
Posted By aidzbelty

Tire Pressure - how much for optimum performance?

I've been reading the website and doing research about tire pressures and about tire drops, etc. Then I just finally gave up (brain just can't absorb it), which brings me to ask for help in here....
Forum: Commuting
04-08-13, 08:27 PM
Replies: 4,068
Views: 150,644
Posted By aidzbelty

First commute with my new bike, cloudy weather...

First commute with my new bike, cloudy weather and cool winds in the morning..

8 years since last bike ride + 20 miles of uphill/downhill = jelly-like legs.. :injured:
Forum: Commuting
04-08-13, 12:56 AM
Replies: 15,695
Views: 12,378,302
Posted By aidzbelty

I just wanted to add mine to the thread, and I...

I just wanted to add mine to the thread, and I just got it so it's still a work in progress:

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Forum: Commuting
04-08-13, 12:51 AM
Replies: 8
Views: 3,232
Posted By aidzbelty

Just got the bike today, tried it out and it's...

Just got the bike today, tried it out and it's nice!

@ bici_mania: here are some pictures that I took. :)


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Forum: Hybrid Bicycles
04-02-13, 01:32 AM
Replies: 1
Views: 1,987
Posted By aidzbelty

Norco Yorkville

Hello all! :)

Just bought a 2013 Norco Yorkville today that I will be using to commute, and I want to get some help on those who have or had this bike (regardless of year).

If you don't mind,...
Forum: Commuting
04-02-13, 01:01 AM
Replies: 8
Views: 3,232
Posted By aidzbelty

Thanks for all the help guys.. :) Tried the...

Thanks for all the help guys.. :)

Tried the DB Transporter - too heavy for me (I blame myself for being a 5'9" 150lb skinny guy), and the gears aren't shifting right..

So in the end I just...
Forum: Commuting
03-31-13, 04:22 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 3,232
Posted By aidzbelty

Thanks for the opinion.:thumb: When I went...

Thanks for the opinion.:thumb:

When I went to the LBS, it was a whole different experience for me. I didn't realize that the bikes I'm talking about were good and when I tested them, I'm back to...
Forum: Introductions
03-31-13, 04:03 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 239
Posted By aidzbelty

Thanks guys. :D @ Bill: If I remember...

Thanks guys. :D

@ Bill: If I remember correctly I had a Norco mountain bike back then that I used mostly for leisure and quick errands, so now I commuting I think will be buying a Norco hybrid...
Forum: Commuting
03-31-13, 12:12 AM
Replies: 8
Views: 3,232
Posted By aidzbelty

First-time buyer need help in getting a good bike

Hi everyone!

I really need advice in getting a good bike - it's gonna be my first time to buy one and I'm probably buying in 2-4 days. I'll be using it to commute to school, about 11-12 km round...
Forum: Introductions
03-30-13, 11:28 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 239
Posted By aidzbelty

Hello

I finally joined this forum after 1 week of lurking and reading from other threads, so hello to all..

It's been 8 yeas since I've ridden a bike, and I'm finally buying my own one the first time....
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