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Forum: Southern California
11-05-17, 08:53 AM
Replies: 7
Views: 1,264
Posted By EricSteven5

"Cell phones: Unlike motorists, cyclists are...

"Cell phones: Unlike motorists, cyclists are permitted to use a handheld cell phone while riding. Be careful!"

I wish they would amend this to being illegal. If the phone is mounted on the...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
10-29-17, 11:07 AM
Replies: 21
Views: 4,263
Posted By EricSteven5

I had previously bought one of the cheap plastic...

I had previously bought one of the cheap plastic extenders that attaches to the bar, it was constantly bobbing up and down over rough terrain, so definitely get one that is aluminum or metal.

What...
Forum: Southern California
10-10-17, 09:19 PM
Replies: 49
Views: 5,223
Posted By EricSteven5

For top if under 20 miles I will wear just a...

For top if under 20 miles I will wear just a light colored tee shirt made of wicking material. Over 20 miles I'm a big fan of pearl izumi elite series. thermal jersey if under 70 degrees out.
...
Forum: Advocacy & Safety
08-04-17, 02:17 PM
Replies: 503
Views: 34,177
Posted By EricSteven5

From just last night : Cyclists decide to...

From just last night : Cyclists decide to continue into intersection after light turned red, blocking the intersection.

Cyclist gets leg run over, chaos ensues.

This is why there needs to be...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
08-04-17, 02:04 PM
Replies: 86
Views: 8,437
Posted By EricSteven5

Gatorade or chocolate milk. I like to wait...

Gatorade or chocolate milk.

I like to wait at least a couple of hours and get a meal in before starting the beers :thumb:
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
08-04-17, 02:00 PM
Replies: 62
Views: 6,951
Posted By EricSteven5

I have no issues with wind / dry eyes, but I'm...

I have no issues with wind / dry eyes, but I'm wondering if that is because I wear contacts?

During daylight hours always wear UV sunglasses.

Would really like a pair of clear lenses for...
Forum: Electronics, Lighting, & Gadgets
07-19-17, 02:47 PM
Replies: 34
Views: 12,251
Posted By EricSteven5

Ravemen CR series sounds like what you're looking...

Ravemen CR series sounds like what you're looking for. It has an anti glare cut off so as not to blind oncoming pedestrians/cyclists/motorists.

It comes in a 300 and 500 lumen version.

They...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
07-10-17, 04:20 PM
Replies: 76
Views: 5,495
Posted By EricSteven5

Are you regularly (every 200 miles or so)...

Are you regularly (every 200 miles or so) degreasing and lubing the chain? If not, coupled with riding in rain/muck of the PNW, I could see maybe blowing through chains every 1000 miles or so -...
Forum: Advocacy & Safety
07-10-17, 11:57 AM
Replies: 269
Views: 38,120
Posted By EricSteven5

Share the road goes both ways. In no way do...

Share the road goes both ways.

In no way do I condone what the driver did, ever. However cycling two abreast on a no passing blind corner is just being inconsiderate and is not helping other...
Forum: Electronics, Lighting, & Gadgets
07-06-17, 12:16 PM
Replies: 35
Views: 5,835
Posted By EricSteven5

For under $75: + 1 Cygolite Hotshot 150 ...

For under $75:

+ 1 Cygolite Hotshot 150

They also make a Hotshot 100 (or they used to anyway).

I have a Hotshot Pro 80 and I would say for daytime use, it is moderately effective.
...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
06-14-17, 01:22 PM
Replies: 77
Views: 7,259
Posted By EricSteven5

+1 This Back on topic: Quadlock is the best...

+1 This

Back on topic: Quadlock is the best mount I've tried, after a few so-so solutions. It's solid, easy to attach/detach and doesn't obstruct any part of the screen for use.
Forum: Advocacy & Safety
05-16-17, 04:52 PM
Replies: 36
Views: 3,159
Posted By EricSteven5

Florida hit and run - OUCH!

FHP seeks hit-and-run driver seen on video swerving and striking a bicyclist, 14, in Pasco | Tampa Bay Times...
Forum: Electronics, Lighting, & Gadgets
05-03-17, 02:31 AM
Replies: 21
Views: 4,654
Posted By EricSteven5

No intention of buying the hardware, but the free...

No intention of buying the hardware, but the free app (Hammerhead) with no hardware required is quite impressive for navigation. Can even export/email created as .gpx (to be opened in Cyclemeter,...
Forum: Electronics, Lighting, & Gadgets
04-16-17, 07:41 PM
Replies: 29
Views: 4,103
Posted By EricSteven5

Agreed, Quadlock FTW

Agreed, Quadlock FTW
Forum: Electronics, Lighting, & Gadgets
04-16-17, 07:38 PM
Replies: 30
Views: 6,195
Posted By EricSteven5

+1 for Plantronic Backbeat fit. They do a really...

+1 for Plantronic Backbeat fit. They do a really good job at not isolating you from the outside world, as this is that they were designed for. 8 hours battery life and waterproof. Very durable and...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
03-29-17, 11:58 AM
Replies: 14
Views: 3,386
Posted By EricSteven5

I had very good luck with the Revelate Designs...

I had very good luck with the Revelate Designs Gas Tank, granted this was on threaded headset like you said. Never any issues with falling or being floppy even when fully loaded with heavy items...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
03-28-17, 08:53 PM
Replies: 14
Views: 3,386
Posted By EricSteven5

Slightly larger than a simple toptube bag, but...

Slightly larger than a simple toptube bag, but reviews state it will hold an iPhone 6+ in a lifeproof case
...
Forum: Electronics, Lighting, & Gadgets
02-26-17, 08:54 PM
Replies: 25
Views: 4,627
Posted By EricSteven5

I'm really interested in that Ravemen light! The...

I'm really interested in that Ravemen light! The low beam for MUP would be perfect! The mount looks good too, being a proper screw down mount.

One question though - Is the light quick releasable...
Forum: Commuting
01-10-17, 03:22 PM
Replies: 41
Views: 3,115
Posted By EricSteven5

I went with the minoura adjustable extender...

I went with the minoura adjustable extender coming down off underneath the stem.

https://imgur.com/a/sF8ny

https://www.amazon.com/Minoura-Accessory-Adjustable-LW-Clamp-Devices/dp/B00810V1DG
Forum: Advocacy & Safety
12-18-16, 11:20 PM
Replies: 131
Views: 8,395
Posted By EricSteven5

I always used to ride with a single earbud in...

I always used to ride with a single earbud in (right side so as to ear traffic approaching from the left)


Recently though, have found a great pair of bluetooth headphones that allow what I would...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
11-09-16, 11:40 PM
Replies: 25
Views: 16,434
Posted By EricSteven5

I have a loaded tour coming up and need this rig...

I have a loaded tour coming up and need this rig to be solid. I've read that 8 speed chains can take more load than 9-11, due to being thicker.. Is this true?

Should I scrap the 8 and go with a...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
11-09-16, 08:47 PM
Replies: 25
Views: 16,434
Posted By EricSteven5

The cassette will be staying 8 speed until it...

The cassette will be staying 8 speed until it wears out. Less than 1000 miles on the new cassette. The shop said they have a way so the new 9 speed shifter will only make use of the 8 cogs..?
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
11-09-16, 05:08 PM
Replies: 25
Views: 16,434
Posted By EricSteven5

Update: Shop could not de gunk the Acera...

Update: Shop could not de gunk the Acera shifter.

These are messed up shifters currently on there: https://www.amazon.com/Shimano-SL-M310-Acera-Shifter-Right/dp/B003ZMH6IO

I had them order a...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
11-07-16, 10:33 PM
Replies: 25
Views: 16,434
Posted By EricSteven5

I do a lot of riding on beach bike paths...

I do a lot of riding on beach bike paths oftentimes in windy conditions next to sand. That's my only guess.

I assumed higher level shimano (XT or XTR) would be better protected from debris, as...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
11-07-16, 09:38 PM
Replies: 25
Views: 16,434
Posted By EricSteven5

Sorry, should have specified that this would be...

Sorry, should have specified that this would be replacing rapid-fire style shifters on a MTB...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
11-07-16, 09:21 PM
Replies: 25
Views: 16,434
Posted By EricSteven5

Best 8 speed shifters available today?

So I think it's time to replace the rear shifters on my old trusty Cannondale F900, AGAIN. Currently running an Acera rear 8 speed shifter, which has probably 5000 miles on it. It will shift up but...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
11-03-16, 11:25 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 2,130
Posted By EricSteven5

Interesting. Personally I think the new...

Interesting. Personally I think the new Magicshine genie helmet is a better design, as it uses full arrows to designate its turn signals. I'm not sure if it's too gimmicky. I would have to see it...
Forum: Electronics, Lighting, & Gadgets
10-29-16, 01:15 PM
Replies: 30
Views: 19,047
Posted By EricSteven5

Wireless are great, but beware that some certain...

Wireless are great, but beware that some certain models will be susceptible to interference when using high powered headlights. Can cause wildly inaccurate readings and/or simply not read speed at...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
10-20-16, 11:46 AM
Replies: 20
Views: 1,225
Posted By EricSteven5

I've found nothing better than an app called Dark...

I've found nothing better than an app called Dark Sky. It uses what they call "hyper local" forecasting, in that it uses your gps location and pulls data from all nearby weather stations to give...
Forum: Electronics, Lighting, & Gadgets
10-06-16, 07:44 PM
Replies: 16
Views: 11,083
Posted By EricSteven5

Big fan of the Minoura Accessory holder. Gives a...

Big fan of the Minoura Accessory holder. Gives a lot of options for adjustability. Using it on the stem with a Niterider Lumina 650. Nice and easy to reach down to on/off and adjust settings. Hasn't...
Forum: Advocacy & Safety
09-23-16, 05:12 PM
Replies: 27
Views: 2,810
Posted By EricSteven5

I don't get it, he obviously had enough room to...

I don't get it, he obviously had enough room to get by, and she at least had the decency to slow/stop as he was passing.

Just keep riding and if it makes you that uncomfortable, find a different...
Forum: Electronics, Lighting, & Gadgets
09-23-16, 12:19 PM
Replies: 39
Views: 22,286
Posted By EricSteven5

I believe it is a premium feature. I once paid...

I believe it is a premium feature. I once paid for a year a couple of years ago and my stats continue to show elevation in real time using it. Pretty sure its still using barometrics since elevation...
Forum: Electronics, Lighting, & Gadgets
08-22-16, 07:14 PM
Replies: 29
Views: 3,415
Posted By EricSteven5

Google Maps with bicycle route selected will...

Google Maps with bicycle route selected will indeed re-route. Just as it would with car directions.

This was one of my other reasonings for abandoning the Garmin - Their maps and routing are not...
Forum: Electronics, Lighting, & Gadgets
08-22-16, 07:00 PM
Replies: 29
Views: 3,415
Posted By EricSteven5

I had a mid ranged sigma wireless computer bc1609...

I had a mid ranged sigma wireless computer bc1609 for a year. Worked great until I ran into the problem of headlight interference. Dealbreaker for me.

I then went to the Garmin Edge 800 bundle,...
Forum: Electronics, Lighting, & Gadgets
08-19-16, 11:03 AM
Replies: 182
Views: 26,369
Posted By EricSteven5

Yes, quite sure. My regular nighttime route...

Yes, quite sure. My regular nighttime route involves a mix of MUP and busy streets, so on MUP I use the steady on at a very very low level and then once I get onto streets I can just reach down and...
Forum: Electronics, Lighting, & Gadgets
08-18-16, 11:56 PM
Replies: 39
Views: 22,286
Posted By EricSteven5

I use Cyclemeter exclusively, after retiring a...

I use Cyclemeter exclusively, after retiring a garmin edge 800 with its own speed/cadence and hrm sensors. The GPS speed is not the greatest even under best conditions, but my distances are very...
Forum: Electronics, Lighting, & Gadgets
08-18-16, 11:36 PM
Replies: 182
Views: 26,369
Posted By EricSteven5

I purchased the Hotshot Pro 80 2 months ago to...

I purchased the Hotshot Pro 80 2 months ago to replace a previous hotshot 30lm that was attached to a bicycle that was stolen. I have done a moderate 'walk behind bicycle about 150 feet' test during...
Forum: Advocacy & Safety
07-22-16, 03:32 PM
Replies: 17
Views: 1,836
Posted By EricSteven5

You lost me at this point- 5. Fluorescent...

You lost me at this point-

5. Fluorescent paint -- sometimes, cyclists fail to see a car and do scary things around them -- drivers should choose bright colors for their cars so cyclists can see...
Forum: Electronics, Lighting, & Gadgets
10-03-15, 10:20 PM
Replies: 25
Views: 4,479
Posted By EricSteven5

Another vote for the Quadlock case and mount. I...

Another vote for the Quadlock case and mount. I have mine attached to an out front extension and it has been great. Makes for a good system if you want to move the out front extension up and record...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
07-16-15, 10:58 PM
Replies: 40
Views: 3,043
Posted By EricSteven5

White will reflect sunlight and in effect be...

White will reflect sunlight and in effect be cooler. Also lighter colors are more visible. I'm a big fan of white jerseys.
Forum: Electronics, Lighting, & Gadgets
02-14-15, 03:00 AM
Replies: 31
Views: 5,074
Posted By EricSteven5

This was my first thought when I read about OP's...

This was my first thought when I read about OP's issue. To clarify - I don't, nor have ever owned a Dyno light.. Can anyone confirm, they're insusceptible to cold?
Forum: Commuting
01-06-14, 01:12 AM
Replies: 42
Views: 9,643
Posted By EricSteven5

Reminds me of the time last winter I was touring...

Reminds me of the time last winter I was touring through cold-ish but extremely wet weather up in Northern California.

I was completely unprepared in the gloves department. I was using a set...
Forum: Commuting
01-06-14, 12:59 AM
Replies: 30
Views: 3,656
Posted By EricSteven5

I'm baffled at how popular these things have...

I'm baffled at how popular these things have become! Agree with others who have said it's just a gimmick. I personally wouldn't put much faith into anything that doesn't at least utilize a HRM.
...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
04-09-13, 03:39 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 1,066
Posted By EricSteven5

If you are on straight bars, the Cane Creek Ergo...

If you are on straight bars, the Cane Creek Ergo II bar ends cured my occasional numbing of the hands.. I absolutely love the hand position they offer, and they're wrapped in really nice grippy...
Forum: Commuting
04-06-13, 07:40 PM
Replies: 27
Views: 1,743
Posted By EricSteven5

If I'm able to, I do. It's just the occasional...

If I'm able to, I do. It's just the occasional drivers that don't realize the right lane is right turn only and go straight through have me rethinking how to approach the situation.
Forum: Commuting
04-06-13, 07:19 PM
Replies: 27
Views: 1,743
Posted By EricSteven5

Right Turn Only Lane

I'm curious as to how you guys handle going through an intersection that has a right turn only lane?

If it's red, I will try to get into the next lane to go straight, but I've recently had a few...
Forum: Electronics, Lighting, & Gadgets
04-06-13, 07:01 PM
Replies: 15
Views: 978
Posted By EricSteven5

"Of course, the Turbospoke isn't just for fun....

"Of course, the Turbospoke isn't just for fun. It's also a valuable safety accessory."

It's also for safety! ;) Haha
Forum: Electronics, Lighting, & Gadgets
03-21-13, 03:14 PM
Replies: 35
Views: 2,101
Posted By EricSteven5

My DREAM rear light would include: Built in...

My DREAM rear light would include:

Built in li-ion battery
5+ hours runtime on high
Wireless charging
Extremely waterproof
Wide viewing angle
Ability to have some LEDs flash while others stay...
Forum: Commuting
03-13-13, 04:51 PM
Replies: 33
Views: 2,235
Posted By EricSteven5

I'm sorry, but that is both extremely...

I'm sorry, but that is both extremely inconsiderate and probably dangerous.
Forum: Southern California
01-29-13, 11:27 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 872
Posted By EricSteven5

I'm in Manhattan Beach and in the Summer I avoid...

I'm in Manhattan Beach and in the Summer I avoid the MUP like the plague, especially on weekends. I also seem get constant punctures while riding the MUP.

I've recently started trying Strava...
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