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08-10-23, 01:57 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 1,112
Posted By alanf

80 and still goin strong.

I can attest that this ride is one heck of a ride...
06-03-23, 11:07 AM
Replies: 32
Views: 3,655
Posted By alanf

Would you happen to have a link to the article?...

Would you happen to have a link to the article? Thanks Al
Forum: Road Cycling
06-03-23, 10:27 AM
Replies: 52
Views: 4,758
Posted By alanf

With an attached anchor I might add. I have a...

With an attached anchor I might add. I have a pair and it definitely stops the flatitus which was becoming regular and expensive. The slowdown was the price to be paid.
11-24-22, 12:02 PM
Replies: 3,765
Views: 467,593
Posted By alanf

I worked with a guy that had a gold coloured...

I worked with a guy that had a gold coloured construction helmet. He was awarded it by the company because his prior helmet saved his life.
Forum: Commuting
11-21-22, 08:59 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 777
Posted By alanf

Presta to air compressor connection

I like to top off before riding but a dread getting out the pump, so I would like to use my air compressor. Has anyone bought/made a connector that goes directly from the air compressor to a Presta...
02-01-21, 03:22 PM
Replies: 69
Views: 8,572
Posted By alanf

Hi Alzerbster, Check out Anthony Williams...

Hi Alzerbster,

Check out Anthony Williams (https://www.medicalmedium.com). I have found his knowledge to be golden as I cured myself of a number of things.

He has some podcasts that are amazing...
02-01-21, 03:13 PM
Replies: 69
Views: 8,572
Posted By alanf

This is a start. Google 'eye yoga'. there is tons...

This is a start. Google 'eye yoga'. there is tons of hits. We do our own version.

Anther excellent one is: "the Bates Method"...
01-11-21, 01:49 PM
Replies: 106
Views: 8,462
Posted By alanf

I have an even lower tech/cheap version of that...

I have an even lower tech/cheap version of that which I learned many years ago at a bike shop. You have to try it to believe it.

Just get an elastic like the ones that hold veges at the...
01-02-21, 12:03 PM
Replies: 3,765
Views: 467,593
Posted By alanf

Another more traditional model: ...

Another more traditional model:
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=-lCHDV60L7Y
12-28-20, 06:02 PM
Replies: 35
Views: 4,819
Posted By alanf

A little too late but here is my solution...

A little too late but here is my solution (https://www.mec.ca/en/product/6000-972/Chain-Cover)...

I also have a plastic bubble wrap cover cut out to cover the floor and then a cheap polyester...
12-13-20, 07:51 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 2,441
Posted By alanf

Thanks, interesting ideas. I have almost...

Thanks, interesting ideas.
I have almost finished what I described and was going to test drive it today for the Sunday shoot but it was raining too hard for a test run. I will cover the cardboard...
12-11-20, 03:37 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 2,441
Posted By alanf

My name is Bond, James Bond. That's hilarious, a...

My name is Bond, James Bond. That's hilarious, a weaponized bicycle.

A shotgun once disassembled is no longer fireable. (sp) We carry our Biathlon rifle through the crowds at the ski hill. The...
12-10-20, 11:06 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 2,441
Posted By alanf

That's a slick gun...

That's a slick gun (https://tacticalsol.com/Detail.aspx?PROD=1398398&CAT=13298) for travelling.
12-10-20, 11:01 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 2,441
Posted By alanf

Hi veganbikes, My progress so far is that I...

Hi veganbikes,
My progress so far is that I have a 3" cardboard tube* that the barrel and fore end fits into and the stock will go into a knapsack, maybe an old modified Camelback. On the muzzle I...
12-09-20, 10:30 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 2,441
Posted By alanf

Riding Shotgun in the Sky

I am planning on driving to the range on my bike and was wondering if anyone else has tried this. It disassembles leaving a 30" barrel which I am guessing would be covered and padded and strapped to...
11-30-20, 06:54 PM
Replies: 131
Views: 23,065
Posted By alanf

Hi jimmo, How would I know if it would fit my...

Hi jimmo,
How would I know if it would fit my crankset?
11-30-20, 01:47 PM
Replies: 131
Views: 23,065
Posted By alanf

I really liked my Biopace back in the day and was...

I really liked my Biopace back in the day and was disappointed when I was told it was no longer available and all of the stories that dissed them. Going back to roud rings was uncomfortable. Then I...
11-26-20, 10:52 PM
Replies: 151
Views: 13,097
Posted By alanf

That's hilarious !

That's hilarious !
11-16-20, 12:18 PM
Replies: 64
Views: 6,186
Posted By alanf

YI agree with this assessment 100%. You might...

YI agree with this assessment 100%. You might have dropped something and they were just trying to help. Consider assuming the best. I always wave back and smille at honkers as they might just be...
10-26-20, 12:48 PM
Replies: 151
Views: 13,097
Posted By alanf

I used to listen to podcasts all the time...

I used to listen to podcasts all the time including during biking, but I found that when biking I would naturally pay attention to the traffic and so I would have to listen to it again anyways to...
10-26-20, 12:20 PM
Replies: 151
Views: 13,097
Posted By alanf

How fast were you going?

How fast were you going?
09-28-20, 06:26 PM
Replies: 104
Views: 11,013
Posted By alanf

I wouldn't use any smart (dumb) devices of any...

I wouldn't use any smart (dumb) devices of any kind for anything. The manufacturer probably knows a back door. Just go to Costco etc and get a light timer set, 2 for 20 bucks or thereabouts. Takes a...
09-10-20, 10:14 AM
Replies: 164
Views: 16,856
Posted By alanf

No.

No.
09-08-20, 10:34 AM
Replies: 164
Views: 16,856
Posted By alanf

Where the heck did you get a stat like that? I...

Where the heck did you get a stat like that? I can't imagine someone reporting that they fell off a bike, certainly I wouldn't.
08-31-20, 01:52 PM
Replies: 164
Views: 16,856
Posted By alanf

This time around I got one @ Costco for 25 - 30...

This time around I got one @ Costco for 25 - 30 CanD. Works like a charm. I bought a fairly expensive bicycle helmet previously out of curiosity.

The only time a helmet was used for protection was...
08-17-20, 11:41 AM
Replies: 114
Views: 12,102
Posted By alanf

I agree with the posters who said go for it. ...

I agree with the posters who said go for it.

Years ago I was going to buy a very used Hobie 16. It required driving a long distance to look at it in snowy conditions and a lot of guesswork re: was...
08-09-20, 07:50 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 1,004
Posted By alanf

I just got this on a search; "Yes, you can....

I just got this on a search;

"Yes, you can. In fact, paraffin waxes with low melting points are manufactured. They just aren't called "paraffin wax." For example, paraffin wax with a melting point...
08-09-20, 07:37 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 1,004
Posted By alanf

Wow, once again you guys have proven this is an...

Wow, once again you guys have proven this is an excellent source for info. In the past I used wax and really liked it but it washed off. Occasionally I ride in the rain and that brought on the rust,...
08-09-20, 11:40 AM
Replies: 8
Views: 1,004
Posted By alanf

Best way to clean the chain etc?

I've tried a number of ways, with a road bike what is the best way you know to clean the chain etc? Aside from taking it to a shop :) ?
08-06-20, 08:24 AM
Replies: 80
Views: 8,533
Posted By alanf

I did too but I didn't inhale ;)

I did too but I didn't inhale ;)
07-27-20, 08:10 PM
Replies: 79
Views: 8,267
Posted By alanf

A friend was riding his Motorcycle when a car way...

A friend was riding his Motorcycle when a car way ahead opened his door right into a large truck. Instantaneous door removal.
07-27-20, 08:07 PM
Replies: 80
Views: 8,533
Posted By alanf

"It ain't braggin if you done it"

"It ain't braggin if you done it"
07-27-20, 12:00 PM
Replies: 79
Views: 8,267
Posted By alanf

I really like the front light idea. That never...

I really like the front light idea. That never occurred to me.

I always pull over into the lane, but I am not living in a large city.

I don't like any flashing light as I have a theory that...
07-27-20, 11:46 AM
Replies: 80
Views: 8,533
Posted By alanf

I love it. I too had a spill one day on a Friday,...

I love it. I too had a spill one day on a Friday, long story, broke a wrist and fractured a hip @ around 63 YO. I had a good laugh when the three nurses were trying to lift me onto the hospital bed....
07-13-20, 12:44 PM
Replies: 111
Views: 10,605
Posted By alanf

So where did you get the panty hose.... Just...

So where did you get the panty hose.... Just Kidding!

Those cars were such a joy and easy to fix and thus the title "Folks Wagon".
The old vans have become a cult around here with some oldies...
07-13-20, 12:27 PM
Replies: 111
Views: 10,605
Posted By alanf

A friend had a "bug" he borrowed off Dad. I...

A friend had a "bug" he borrowed off Dad. I recall when the throttle cable broke, we ran a rope out the driver's side window, along the side of the car to the bumper, around that into the engine...
07-06-20, 10:19 PM
Replies: 23
Views: 8,776
Posted By alanf

I think he was playing with the audience.

I think he was playing with the audience.
07-01-20, 02:10 PM
Replies: 82
Views: 8,470
Posted By alanf

I recall one guy in High School who used to talk...

I recall one guy in High School who used to talk about 'Interdigital manipulation between consulting adults'... (holding hands)
07-01-20, 12:45 PM
Replies: 82
Views: 8,470
Posted By alanf

Here is an example of an old version of what is...

Here is an example of an old version of what is spoken of. This is King Henry VIII. Notice the codpiece on his armour. How do you spell ridiculous. The Royals are not known for their IQ.

...
07-01-20, 11:03 AM
Replies: 3,765
Views: 467,593
Posted By alanf

hi dkatz1, What is an MUP?

hi dkatz1,
What is an MUP?
07-01-20, 10:02 AM
Replies: 3,765
Views: 467,593
Posted By alanf

It weighs less.... ;)

It weighs less.... ;)
06-30-20, 10:20 PM
Replies: 3,765
Views: 467,593
Posted By alanf

Hi curbtender, I learned long ago from a bike...

Hi curbtender,
I learned long ago from a bike mechanic that you wrap an elastic band around the handlebar and brake lever and the bike will stay put leaned up against anything. It's amazing.

...
06-30-20, 10:10 PM
Replies: 82
Views: 8,470
Posted By alanf

You will if I tell your father.... ;)

You will if I tell your father.... ;)
06-30-20, 10:08 PM
Replies: 3,765
Views: 467,593
Posted By alanf

Hi dkatz, I always wear one also, especially...

Hi dkatz,
I always wear one also, especially with the road bike, as it is capable of high speed. I always wear gloves and goggles. I always wore a full coverage helmet on my motorbike. I see pretty...
06-30-20, 09:51 PM
Replies: 82
Views: 8,470
Posted By alanf

Define argument..... ;) :) Hey it's Mercury...

Define argument.....
;) :)
Hey it's Mercury retrograde from June 17 to July 11 (http://zodiacarts.com/moon-phase-calendars/us-hawaii-time-zone/). Miscommunication is rampant then, but the bottom...
06-30-20, 05:57 PM
Replies: 82
Views: 8,470
Posted By alanf

Usually the word Kahunna is preceded by big as in...

Usually the word Kahunna is preceded by big as in 'Big Kahunna' which refers to the more/most powerful priest. It was a popular saying back in the surfing days in Hawaii. I'm 67 so I remember that. ...
06-30-20, 04:47 PM
Replies: 82
Views: 8,470
Posted By alanf

I usually don't link to Wackipedia but this one...

I usually don't link to Wackipedia but this one explains it (https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Kahuna)....
06-30-20, 10:55 AM
Replies: 82
Views: 8,470
Posted By alanf

Lovely choice! 'nuther beaut !

Lovely choice!

'nuther beaut !
06-30-20, 10:27 AM
Replies: 82
Views: 8,470
Posted By alanf

[For the record..... Kahunas is an Hawaiian word...

[For the record..... Kahunas is an Hawaiian word for a person with deep spiritual wisdom or a shaman. It is not referencing someones part in the procreative process.]
06-30-20, 07:21 AM
Replies: 82
Views: 8,470
Posted By alanf

Personally I prefer to be even handed in all...

Personally I prefer to be even handed in all things, not to get two cranked up as it were.

I also have perfected the brutus force method of changing threading patterns but I found myself getting...
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