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Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
08-28-13, 07:52 PM
Replies: 16
Views: 931
Posted By Canada Panda

Hmm...there's an idea. I've ordered the crank...

Hmm...there's an idea. I've ordered the crank arms and 56t chainring so I can get a better look at them and see what I can do. I'll consult my LBS on the appropriate axle length to accommodate...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
08-27-13, 10:53 PM
Replies: 16
Views: 931
Posted By Canada Panda

I'm using a 26" wheel with a Bionx kit for the...

I'm using a 26" wheel with a Bionx kit for the rear, paired with a 14-34 "Megarange" freewheel. I'm looking at the 56t in order to keep up with town traffic, and my riding style favours lower rather...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
08-27-13, 03:21 PM
Replies: 16
Views: 931
Posted By Canada Panda

Will these chainrings work together?

I am building a recumbent tadpole, with the goal of keeping up with in-town traffic (50 km/h) on flat roads. I've been looking at these downhill chainrings (...
Forum: Advocacy & Safety
09-21-12, 07:59 PM
Replies: 26
Views: 2,132
Posted By Canada Panda

This is incorrect. From the HTA: ...

This is incorrect. From the HTA:



Which her movement was safe given that:



Had she hit you within the intersection, she would be at fault. If the collision were to occur past the...
Forum: Fifty Plus (50+)
09-15-12, 06:19 AM
Replies: 80
Views: 5,588
Posted By Canada Panda

I use one flashing on the pannier to get...

I use one flashing on the pannier to get attention and throw a pool of flashing red light on the ground, a steady red on the bike because it's hard for drivers to judge distance using a flashing...
Forum: Advocacy & Safety
09-08-12, 03:46 PM
Replies: 26
Views: 2,132
Posted By Canada Panda

In Ontario a left-turning vehicle may complete a...

In Ontario a left-turning vehicle may complete a turn only into the leftmost lane, and a right-turning vehicle may complete a turn only into the rightmost lane. Therefore, in the OP's scenario,...
Forum: Advocacy & Safety
09-07-12, 04:06 AM
Replies: 63
Views: 2,681
Posted By Canada Panda

I think the "badly photoshopped" hat you describe...

I think the "badly photoshopped" hat you describe is the Scumbag Steve hat, and is meant to look badly photoshopped. In my opinion, the meme is targeted towards the "scumbag" cyclists, not cyclists...
Forum: Advocacy & Safety
09-07-12, 01:17 AM
Replies: 26
Views: 2,132
Posted By Canada Panda

I'm with the driver as well. She had...

I'm with the driver as well. She had right-of-way to the leftmost side of the lane, you had right-of-way to the rightmost side (the bike lane) - same as driving. If the roadway is insufficient to...
Forum: Advocacy & Safety
08-11-12, 06:44 AM
Replies: 132
Views: 5,780
Posted By Canada Panda

+1. Cars expect things on the sidewalk to be...

+1. Cars expect things on the sidewalk to be going 2-5 mph, not bicycle speed at 10+ mph. If you have a very bad road (e.g., stuck between fast traffic and a door zone), either find a new route or...
Forum: Mountain Biking
08-11-12, 06:35 AM
Replies: 24
Views: 1,287
Posted By Canada Panda

Some RaceFace chainrings (mainly the MTB ones)...

Some RaceFace chainrings (mainly the MTB ones) are made in BC, Canada.
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
08-09-12, 06:37 PM
Replies: 16
Views: 1,793
Posted By Canada Panda

FYI bullet-proof vests aren't stab-proof. ...

FYI bullet-proof vests aren't stab-proof.

I'm currently running a cheap Cheng Shin front tire with a Mr. Tuffy liner on my commuter. I've picked up glass, sharp rocks, even the side of a nail...
Forum: Road Cycling
08-05-12, 08:14 AM
Replies: 53
Views: 5,168
Posted By Canada Panda

FYI, when a car tire looks flat, you're down...

FYI, when a car tire looks flat, you're down below 10 PSI already. To most people, car tires look the same from 20-50 PSI - but the majority of vehicles will destroy a tire being driven at 20 PSI. ...
Forum: Mountain Biking
07-31-12, 07:16 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 634
Posted By Canada Panda

:thumb: My 800 lumen is a homebrew (someone...

:thumb: My 800 lumen is a homebrew (someone else's home) SST-50 built into a Pila housing. Got it three or four years ago when most LEDs were still around 300 lumen, this thing was, and still is, a...
Forum: Electronics, Lighting, & Gadgets
07-31-12, 05:36 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 730
Posted By Canada Panda

Yes it can, the protection circuit is stamped...

Yes it can, the protection circuit is stamped onto the cell - a shock can loosen the tab.

Also, it's a bad idea to charge mismatched cells in parallel. You could get away with it using NiMH...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
07-31-12, 04:28 AM
Replies: 85
Views: 11,012
Posted By Canada Panda

Big chain auto shops commonly have those tools...

Big chain auto shops commonly have those tools available for borrowing. Here in Canada, Canadian Tire will let you borrow a tie rod tool or a standard two-jaw puller for a deposit on your credit...
Forum: Commuting
07-30-12, 04:57 PM
Replies: 3,987
Views: 132,951
Posted By Canada Panda

Broke 600 km on my one-month commuting...

Broke 600 km on my one-month commuting anniversary. Got some new ergo grips today, man they're great. Also picked up my studded winter tires. Some woman walking down the road yelled, "Are you...
Forum: Mountain Biking
07-30-12, 04:31 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 634
Posted By Canada Panda

The light at the left is 150 lumen and is always...

The light at the left is 150 lumen and is always on when riding after dusk. The one at the right is 800+ lumen (depending on charge) and is used as more of a high-beam. They are mounted this way to...
Forum: Mountain Biking
07-30-12, 10:49 AM
Replies: 11
Views: 634
Posted By Canada Panda

+1 on mounting a flashlight. I figure if I'm...

+1 on mounting a flashlight. I figure if I'm going to buy a super bright light, I might as well get some other uses out of it. For a cheap mount, two hose clamps will do it. Line your handlebar or...
Forum: Commuting
07-30-12, 08:27 AM
Replies: 52
Views: 2,702
Posted By Canada Panda

Took a 70-lb glass chandelier home...glass in one...

Took a 70-lb glass chandelier home...glass in one bag, frame sticking out of the other.
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
07-30-12, 07:42 AM
Replies: 85
Views: 11,012
Posted By Canada Panda

Does the smooth tip of the plunger unscrew or pop...

Does the smooth tip of the plunger unscrew or pop off? My puller has a removable tip that is either kept on for systems with a crankarm bolt or removed for systems with a crankarm nut.
Forum: Electronics, Lighting, & Gadgets
07-30-12, 07:35 AM
Replies: 18
Views: 4,955
Posted By Canada Panda

I agree 100%. I keep two forward lights on my...

I agree 100%. I keep two forward lights on my bicycle when riding near or after sunset - a small 150 lumen light pointed forward which is strictly to allow me to be seen by motorists, and a 800...
Forum: Electronics, Lighting, & Gadgets
07-30-12, 07:21 AM
Replies: 18
Views: 4,955
Posted By Canada Panda

How are car headlights relevant to bicycle light...

How are car headlights relevant to bicycle light positioning? The OP is spot on with his advice - it's counterproductive to blind oncoming traffic; you want them to be able to avoid you, which is...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
07-23-12, 09:56 AM
Replies: 23
Views: 1,098
Posted By Canada Panda

That narrow valve is likely a Presta valve. It's...

That narrow valve is likely a Presta valve. It's 2 mm smaller than the standard Schrader valve you find on mountain bikes and cars.

Your bike shop should be able to find you an adapter you...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
07-22-12, 07:54 PM
Replies: 23
Views: 1,098
Posted By Canada Panda

For cleaning up rusty handlebars, crumple up a...

For cleaning up rusty handlebars, crumple up a sheet of aluminium foil and dip it in water. Scrub like you would with steel wool. The aluminium is soft enough not to leave scratches like steel wool...
Forum: Commuting
07-22-12, 01:29 PM
Replies: 77
Views: 3,401
Posted By Canada Panda

If it happens at almost the same time, I do...

If it happens at almost the same time, I do suggest calling the police about it. The type of response depends on the attitude of the officer assigned to the call, but it also depends on what you say...
Forum: Electronics, Lighting, & Gadgets
07-21-12, 06:36 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 1,606
Posted By Canada Panda

1800 lumen from an XML T6 is greatly exaggerated....

1800 lumen from an XML T6 is greatly exaggerated. However, that would still put out very usable light - in fact, the highest mode would probably blind drivers so save it for dark deserted roads. ...
Forum: Commuting
07-21-12, 06:19 PM
Replies: 15
Views: 640
Posted By Canada Panda

I keep two lights on my bike - they're actually...

I keep two lights on my bike - they're actually just high-powered flashlights from my job doing security-type work for the city. One is a 120 lumen light that I use on lit streets; this is purely...
Forum: Commuting
07-20-12, 06:05 AM
Replies: 11
Views: 1,325
Posted By Canada Panda

Use one good lock and a few other lighter locks...

Use one good lock and a few other lighter locks (or several good locks if you have room to carry them all and don't mind the weight). I use a Kingpin lock made by Norco in addition to a cheapy chain...
Forum: Commuting
07-20-12, 05:39 AM
Replies: 58
Views: 2,852
Posted By Canada Panda

Normally the drivers are okay here (rural area)...

Normally the drivers are okay here (rural area) but there are moments. Last night I had a woman deliberately pass me within a foot and then hug the shoulder before a red light so that I couldn't...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
07-16-12, 06:58 PM
Replies: 16
Views: 1,037
Posted By Canada Panda

Call their non-emergency number and report it. ...

Call their non-emergency number and report it. Even if they don't take it too seriously, most police services have a unit dedicated to low-priority calls so you're not taking an officer away from...
Forum: Commuting
07-15-12, 12:21 PM
Replies: 15,695
Views: 12,384,158
Posted By Canada Panda

I do a 24 km commute on a 1985 SuperCycle...

I do a 24 km commute on a 1985 SuperCycle Commuter Six. I got the bike for free after finding it as decoration in a family friend's backyard. Covered in rust and probably hadn't been ridden for 15...
Forum: Utility Cycling
07-15-12, 11:57 AM
Replies: 219
Views: 112,243
Posted By Canada Panda

Moved a glass chandelier by bike. 12 km distance...

Moved a glass chandelier by bike. 12 km distance from the store to my home.

Left pannier had the metal frame, and the right pannier held the 80+ glass bits, about 70 pounds worth.
...
Forum: Electronics, Lighting, & Gadgets
07-14-12, 03:36 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 517
Posted By Canada Panda

Is it possible the pack was just run down? ...

Is it possible the pack was just run down? Lithium-ion packs will not allow the bulb to dim and dim until it finally goes out, like NiMH packs would do. Over-discharge of a lithium-ion cell causes...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
07-13-12, 05:28 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 370
Posted By Canada Panda

Toronto Police maintains their own registry. ...

Toronto Police maintains their own registry. Operation Hands Off apparently has a national database and offers registration stickers as well as MicroDot DNA kits for CSI-level protection.

Keep...
Forum: Road Cycling
07-09-12, 08:34 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 1,311
Posted By Canada Panda

You can get prescription safety glasses which...

You can get prescription safety glasses which would wrap around and protect against wind and debris. I ride with amber safety glasses with a strap which can be pulled to tighten them against my...
Forum: Commuting
07-09-12, 06:44 PM
Replies: 17
Views: 3,343
Posted By Canada Panda

I bike to and from work and school and my...

I bike to and from work and school and my panniers always stay with me loaded with laptop and paperwork (and usually some tools and bungees). I use Arkel B-40s because I wanted a large single...
Forum: Electric Bikes
07-06-12, 05:53 AM
Replies: 7
Views: 1,775
Posted By Canada Panda

Could be a broken weld tab. Be careful with...

Could be a broken weld tab. Be careful with dropped lithium-ion battery packs, if they short out from a weld tab cutting the insulation near a positive terminal, then this bypasses the protection...
Forum: Commuting
06-24-12, 10:20 PM
Replies: 38
Views: 3,791
Posted By Canada Panda

I use red reflective tape down the rear of my...

I use red reflective tape down the rear of my bike (in fact, it's law here). Don't use white or yellow on the rear as that is reserved for the front of vehicles and will confuse traffic. I have...
Forum: Electric Bikes
06-23-12, 07:25 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 3,057
Posted By Canada Panda

The impact mechanism is separate from the motor...

The impact mechanism is separate from the motor so this is irrelevant. However, it's been my experience that impact tools have motors meant for short bursts of power (driving screws into wood or...
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