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Forum: General Cycling Discussion
07-23-19, 10:01 PM
Replies: 66
Views: 8,727
Posted By bfuser284953024

I have large hipster frames that sit close to my...

I have large hipster frames that sit close to my face. They fog very easily in cooler temps, and humid days.




I've had my glasses adjusted a lot. Please believe me lol I think my eye doctor...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
07-21-19, 03:03 PM
Replies: 66
Views: 8,727
Posted By bfuser284953024

Per my post above, I really not interested in...

Per my post above, I really not interested in giving Zenni another chance. They refused to give me my money back after authorizing my return, they threatened to sue me to issuing a charge back...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
07-21-19, 01:57 PM
Replies: 66
Views: 8,727
Posted By bfuser284953024

I can't endorse Zenni. I tired them, I gave them...

I can't endorse Zenni. I tired them, I gave them an honest go, I really did! About 2 years ago, I ordered like 6 pairs, and the script in every single pair was wrong. I double checked the script from...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
07-21-19, 01:51 PM
Replies: 66
Views: 8,727
Posted By bfuser284953024

I've had these before and honestly I hated them....

I've had these before and honestly I hated them. Doesn't matter if they're a cheap clip on or an expensive clip on, they either don't stay in place or make glasses super front heavy. I already have...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
07-21-19, 12:07 PM
Replies: 66
Views: 8,727
Posted By bfuser284953024

Sunglasses with Prescription Glasses

I was wondering what glasses wearing folks do for sunglasses while riding. I know Oakley does prescription version of their sport line sunglasses - does anyone have them? Are they any decent?
Do...
Forum: Northeast
07-21-19, 11:49 AM
Replies: 11
Views: 3,035
Posted By bfuser284953024

I was out of the East Bay path in RI at about...

I was out of the East Bay path in RI at about 7AM, and it was already in the high 80s. The upside was the path was pretty deserted and it made for a very nice ride. Got home before the worst of the...
Forum: Mountain - Plains
06-21-19, 09:14 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 4,018
Posted By bfuser284953024

Biking in SD

In about a week, I'm going to be in the Sioux Fall, SD area. Any suggestions on areas to go riding and check out?
Forum: Road Cycling
06-21-19, 08:00 PM
Replies: 3,145
Views: 940,076
Posted By bfuser284953024

Anyone in the Des Moines IA area and interested...

Anyone in the Des Moines IA area and interested in fencing a bike for me? Found it on FB and it looks to be a great deal. I'd pay for any traveling costs + service (as well as the bike of course lol)...
Forum: Great Lakes
06-21-19, 07:17 PM
Replies: 0
Views: 3,651
Posted By bfuser284953024

Need a Fencer in Des Moines

Hi all!
I found a great bike for sale in Des Moines. I'm going to be in Omaha & Sioux Falls in about a week. Is there anyone who would be willing to check the bike out in person for me and assist...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
02-20-19, 11:01 PM
Replies: 48
Views: 4,804
Posted By bfuser284953024

Oh no, I'm in New England! They over treat the...

Oh no, I'm in New England! They over treat the roads here - bottoms of cars rust out in just a few years from all the salt and road treatment. I refuse to take my Torpado out once they start laying...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
02-18-19, 08:01 PM
Replies: 48
Views: 4,804
Posted By bfuser284953024

Great idea! I'm in the middle of a training...

Great idea! I'm in the middle of a training program from Sufferfest, so I'll practice on the trainer before hitting the road.


Makes loads of sense! I've always struggled with pedal changes, but...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
02-18-19, 04:20 PM
Replies: 48
Views: 4,804
Posted By bfuser284953024

Oh wow, so much advise! Thanks everyone :) Great...

Oh wow, so much advise! Thanks everyone :) Great to know there shouldn't be any issues with crank/pedal compatibility. I did check the cranks - they say 9/16 on them. Finally I'll get some use out of...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
02-18-19, 11:06 AM
Replies: 48
Views: 4,804
Posted By bfuser284953024

Going Clipless on a Vintage

I was thinking of switching my 1985 Torpado. I've been looking at a couple options, but had a couple questions before I started spending money all willy nilly.

Do I need to worry about spindle...
Forum: Alt Bike Culture
09-30-18, 01:04 PM
Replies: 1
Views: 1,320
Posted By bfuser284953024

Bike Mod for Halloween

The local Critical Mass group ride is usually on the last Friday of the month... which puts us right on for the weekend before Halloween for the October ride. We're encouraged (but not required) to...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
09-17-18, 09:47 PM
Replies: 237
Views: 35,621
Posted By bfuser284953024

Oh hey, I have a yellow bike! This is my 1985...

Oh hey, I have a yellow bike!
This is my 1985 Torpado Nuovo Sprint. First photo is of the day I bought it. Second is from this weekend. Took her for quick ride to the ocean and back. I swapped out...
Forum: Alt Bike Culture
09-17-18, 09:39 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 3,275
Posted By bfuser284953024

I was hoping! The fire extinguisher made me think...

I was hoping! The fire extinguisher made me think it has to do *something*, you know?
Such a cool build! The articulation in the head is incredible.
Forum: Classic & Vintage
09-17-18, 09:27 PM
Replies: 3,567
Views: 444,778
Posted By bfuser284953024

My family has 4 cats, but 1 is mine. Her name is...

My family has 4 cats, but 1 is mine. Her name is Precious. She and her sister are 19. They're turn 20 in May. They're both in very good health. We've had Precious and her sister since I was 7.
I...
Forum: Alt Bike Culture
09-17-18, 08:24 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 3,275
Posted By bfuser284953024

I'd love to go cruising in that! Now to find 3...

I'd love to go cruising in that! Now to find 3 other people to ride with....
Forum: Fitting Your Bike
09-02-18, 05:28 PM
Replies: 29
Views: 3,847
Posted By bfuser284953024

They're Tektro RL320s -...

They're Tektro RL320s - https://www.tektro.com/products.php?p=206 they're actually meant for a teen's bike! It seems the site I ordered them from is down, but I got them here Wiggle | Tektro RL320...
Forum: Fitting Your Bike
08-27-18, 09:12 PM
Replies: 29
Views: 3,847
Posted By bfuser284953024

You old timer! :D What model did you have? I'm a...

You old timer! :D What model did you have? I'm a little in love with my 1985. Though, not to share my true age, the 1985 is older than me... by over half a decade!

I took her for a spin on...
Forum: Commuting
08-24-18, 03:44 PM
Replies: 105
Views: 28,436
Posted By bfuser284953024

I have a Samsung S7. My case is one of those flip...

I have a Samsung S7. My case is one of those flip open wallet cases. When commuting, it goes in my backpack. If it rains, the backpack gets covered with my giant orange shower cap...
Forum: Commuting
08-24-18, 03:28 PM
Replies: 31
Views: 2,783
Posted By bfuser284953024

Ah, the thigh rub. A girl's worst enemy. Usually...

Ah, the thigh rub. A girl's worst enemy. Usually that's when I know to retire a pair of jeans - when the fabric starts getting a little thin in the thigh area.

How to avoid? I don't ride in my...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
08-22-18, 08:46 PM
Replies: 0
Views: 484
Posted By bfuser284953024

For all the Cat 6 racers out there

I found this great shirt on Amazon! The ladies sizes run a little large, so if you're an in-between size, you might want to size down.
...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
08-22-18, 11:21 AM
Replies: 120
Views: 7,697
Posted By bfuser284953024

Sounds like some good fun Cat 6 racing :) I...

Sounds like some good fun Cat 6 racing :) I "race" people on the path all the time! We usually end up chatting and making friends.
Forum: Classic & Vintage
08-21-18, 09:17 PM
Replies: 21,749
Views: 3,085,545
Posted By bfuser284953024

Took the Torpado to and from work. Not much for...

Took the Torpado to and from work. Not much for distance, but it's a pretty little ride. I had to stop to take a photo while in Providence.

https://i.imgur.com/8VT7Sis.jpg
Forum: Classic & Vintage
08-20-18, 04:51 PM
Replies: 8,799
Views: 1,113,751
Posted By bfuser284953024

The frame is painted, but the stem & fork are...

The frame is painted, but the stem & fork are chrome. I'm impatient and took it to from an work today. The bars are too aggressive for me, so I got a compact set and brake levers that will sit closer...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
08-19-18, 01:59 PM
Replies: 8,799
Views: 1,113,751
Posted By bfuser284953024

I did some online shopping and ordered myself a...

I did some online shopping and ordered myself a bunch of stuff for my new Torpado. Now I'm left waiting at my door like an excited puppy. Please, Mr. Mailman! Drop something off for me today!...
Forum: Hybrid Bicycles
08-17-18, 08:55 PM
Replies: 7,839
Views: 2,875,138
Posted By bfuser284953024

Hah, that's perfect! I got these lights on...

Hah, that's perfect!

I got these lights on Amazon. $20 for the set, and the battery pack attaches to the spokes. The lights are in a plastic casing to protect them. They're surprisingly bright....
Forum: Fitting Your Bike
08-14-18, 05:14 PM
Replies: 29
Views: 3,847
Posted By bfuser284953024

Oh no! That was the first thing I took off my...

Oh no! That was the first thing I took off my Trek. Well, add that the list :)

Thank you for all the help!



Yes! They're also 26.0mm. That was the first thing I did :)
Forum: Fitting Your Bike
08-13-18, 07:30 PM
Replies: 29
Views: 3,847
Posted By bfuser284953024

The frame is 50cm, and I'm 5'1ish. The saddle is...

The frame is 50cm, and I'm 5'1ish. The saddle is definitely high. Probably the symptom of riding on my brother's bikes. Even on my Trek, I have the saddle pretty high up.
Photos below of when I...
Forum: Fitting Your Bike
08-13-18, 10:31 AM
Replies: 29
Views: 3,847
Posted By bfuser284953024

I did bring the saddle down about an inch. I...

I did bring the saddle down about an inch.

I think it's the geomtery of the bar. It has a slope at the top. Even when bringing it up like suggested, it isn't flat. I've bought a Soma Highway 1 set...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
08-13-18, 10:04 AM
Replies: 45
Views: 5,031
Posted By bfuser284953024

I've been using my fancy metal smithing tools...

I've been using my fancy metal smithing tools from college :lol: my snips do pretty well on the cable and housing. My round nosed pliars are perfect for any bending or crimping. My metal file is...
Forum: Fitting Your Bike
08-12-18, 08:46 PM
Replies: 29
Views: 3,847
Posted By bfuser284953024

You're right! I've been digging and haven't been...

You're right! I've been digging and haven't been finding anything. I did find a set of Soma levers that are designed with small hands in mind, so I think I'll give those a try.
Thank you for your...
Forum: Hybrid Bicycles
08-12-18, 08:44 PM
Replies: 7,839
Views: 2,875,138
Posted By bfuser284953024

That blue is gorgeous! It's so nice to see bright...

That blue is gorgeous! It's so nice to see bright colored bikes.

Speaking of boring bike colors, here's my black Trek 7.3 FX. I've had this bike about 2.5 years now, and have put around 10k miles...
Forum: Clydesdales/Athenas (200+ lb / 91+ kg)
08-12-18, 08:27 PM
Replies: 57
Views: 7,731
Posted By bfuser284953024

I have two jerseys I like - one for $15 from...

I have two jerseys I like - one for $15 from Amazon, and one I got for free for doing a charity ride my work sponsored my team for. Honestly, like DrIsotope mentioned, I like them for the pockets....
Forum: Fitting Your Bike
08-12-18, 06:48 PM
Replies: 29
Views: 3,847
Posted By bfuser284953024

I have to get at the brakes from below -- it's...

I have to get at the brakes from below -- it's almost impossible for me to brake from the hoods. At first, I thought the issue was the angle of the stem, but even playing with the tilt of the bars...
Forum: Fitting Your Bike
08-12-18, 06:02 PM
Replies: 29
Views: 3,847
Posted By bfuser284953024

I did that initially, but I found I was still...

I did that initially, but I found I was still pretty uncomfortable. The drops were at too extreme of an angle and I was still having issues getting a good grip around the levers.
Forum: Fitting Your Bike
08-12-18, 04:50 PM
Replies: 29
Views: 3,847
Posted By bfuser284953024

Torpado Troubles - Opinions Needed!

Hi everyone!
I bought a 1985 Tropado over this weekend. The gentleman I bought it from did a fine job refurbishing it. It rides great and everything is pristine. What a great birthday gift for...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
08-12-18, 04:42 PM
Replies: 207
Views: 63,263
Posted By bfuser284953024

I bought the Torpado! The fit is a bit off in the...

I bought the Torpado! The fit is a bit off in the handlebars, but I'm working on that :D
Here's she is with my Trek!

http://i.imgur.com/LOGeBw4.jpg (https://imgur.com/LOGeBw4)
Forum: Classic & Vintage
08-08-18, 08:43 PM
Replies: 207
Views: 63,263
Posted By bfuser284953024

My first thought was that the Brooks saddle might...

My first thought was that the Brooks saddle might be driving up the price lol. Seller also has a great looking Miyata 710 for $200. I think I'll send a message and see if I can look at both bikes....
Forum: Classic & Vintage
08-08-18, 07:59 PM
Replies: 207
Views: 63,263
Posted By bfuser284953024

Long time no see, bike forums! I've been in...

Long time no see, bike forums!

I've been in the market fr a second bike. I found this beauty on CL. Any feedback? Is she a good price?...
Forum: Commuting
05-11-16, 08:08 PM
Replies: 3,369
Views: 169,242
Posted By bfuser284953024

The weather was beautiful today. Tad on the...

The weather was beautiful today. Tad on the chilly side this morning, but the evening ride home was perfect. Finally got to shed my coat and hoodie.

Now, if only I could make that stupid clacking...
Forum: Commuting
05-03-16, 06:03 PM
Replies: 15,695
Views: 12,384,124
Posted By bfuser284953024

Finally stopped to take a picture the other day. ...

Finally stopped to take a picture the other day.

http://i.imgur.com/OxowfYh.jpg
Forum: Commuting
04-09-16, 09:27 AM
Replies: 41
Views: 4,779
Posted By bfuser284953024

+1 I have a bad wrist, so drop bars are not...

+1

I have a bad wrist, so drop bars are not ideal for me.


OP! The Trek FX bikes are great. I have a fairly new 7.3 FX and am still in love with it. I've put roughly 400 miles on it since...
Forum: Commuting
04-08-16, 11:00 PM
Replies: 261
Views: 14,175
Posted By bfuser284953024

Well huh. I'm not married (but am in a long-term...

Well huh. I'm not married (but am in a long-term relationship), don't have kids (can't have kids, to be exact), live in an apartment, live in a suburban pocket outside of Providence, but that's about...
Forum: Commuting
04-08-16, 07:15 PM
Replies: 25
Views: 2,359
Posted By bfuser284953024

My boyfriend and I share a car. His commute is...

My boyfriend and I share a car. His commute is 40+ mins in the car. Mine is 10ish. So I opted to take the bus, or to bike. And honestly? I hate taking the bus. I ride my bike every chance I get. It...
Forum: Commuting
03-30-16, 07:31 PM
Replies: 3,369
Views: 169,242
Posted By bfuser284953024

I thought my ride today would have to be better...

I thought my ride today would have to be better than yesterday's (50mph gusts of wind). Well, we didn't have gusts, just a 20mph headwind that I got to ride into the entire way home. Whew!

Rant:...
Forum: Commuting
03-29-16, 08:21 PM
Replies: 39
Views: 3,856
Posted By bfuser284953024

Well, as a lady, I don't need as much room for......

Well, as a lady, I don't need as much room for... equipment lol I wear compression leggings or just plain old athletic capris. In the winter, I layer up my compression leggings with thermal/fleece...
Forum: Commuting
03-28-16, 05:49 PM
Replies: 15
Views: 1,932
Posted By bfuser284953024

I've been having some shifting issues, but not...

I've been having some shifting issues, but not between the front gears. I'm taking the baby in this week for the free check-up and cleaning. The roads here are over salted and then covered in sand in...
Forum: Commuting
03-27-16, 01:46 PM
Replies: 15
Views: 1,932
Posted By bfuser284953024

Maybe I'm being dramatic. There looks to be some...

Maybe I'm being dramatic. There looks to be some wear and tear, but I'm not sure how extensive it really is.

http://i.imgur.com/l7B81E1.jpg

http://i.imgur.com/Z8vJOGB.jpg
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