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Forum: Utility Cycling
12-19-09, 08:55 AM
Replies: 1,086
Views: 236,741
Posted By bigshew

Thanks for the pic, BossCat, but I said sexy...

Thanks for the pic, BossCat, but I said sexy BOOTS not BOOTY. :)
Forum: Utility Cycling
12-18-09, 10:45 AM
Replies: 1,086
Views: 236,741
Posted By bigshew

Only a hardcore bikeforums member would capture...

Only a hardcore bikeforums member would capture the guy on the bike and not the woman in the sexy boots. :(
Forum: Utility Cycling
12-13-09, 04:25 PM
Replies: 1,086
Views: 236,741
Posted By bigshew

I would move those wheels back at least 4 or 5...

I would move those wheels back at least 4 or 5 inches. As you found out, you need more weight on the hitch to keep your back wheel earthbound.
Forum: Utility Cycling
12-11-09, 10:10 AM
Replies: 3
Views: 955
Posted By bigshew

Hasn't UPS been using bikes for delivery in a few...

Hasn't UPS been using bikes for delivery in a few cities in Europe for awhile?
Forum: Utility Cycling
12-09-09, 09:34 PM
Replies: 1,086
Views: 236,741
Posted By bigshew

You should think about installing Kevlar liners...

You should think about installing Kevlar liners or something equivalent to protect the tubes.

And about the accident, I think most of us have at least come close to doing the same. I was waiting...
Forum: Winter Cycling
12-09-09, 03:58 PM
Replies: 33
Views: 11,085
Posted By bigshew

Add some alcohol :)

Add some alcohol :)
Forum: Utility Cycling
12-07-09, 04:05 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 4,934
Posted By bigshew

I've used the Sunlite double kickstand with 26"...

I've used the Sunlite double kickstand with 26" and it worked fine without having to do any tinkering.
Forum: Utility Cycling
12-05-09, 07:43 PM
Replies: 20
Views: 3,628
Posted By bigshew

I'm sure you meant to say 20-40 HOURS a week,...

I'm sure you meant to say 20-40 HOURS a week, unless you've really been slacking off lately. :)
Forum: Utility Cycling
12-03-09, 04:12 PM
Replies: 1,086
Views: 236,741
Posted By bigshew

Don't feel bad. The person that was supposed to...

Don't feel bad. The person that was supposed to pick him up should take the blame.
Forum: Fifty Plus (50+)
11-19-09, 07:04 PM
Replies: 26
Views: 1,429
Posted By bigshew

Snake is no dummy. That's the best place to catch...

Snake is no dummy. That's the best place to catch slow moving prey.
Forum: Living Car Free
11-19-09, 06:53 PM
Replies: 35
Views: 1,895
Posted By bigshew

I don't ride If I'm feeling really sick or have a...

I don't ride If I'm feeling really sick or have a pounding headache because I'm probably not as alert as I should be. No sense in making a bad day worse with a crash.
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
11-10-09, 07:49 PM
Replies: 25
Views: 1,756
Posted By bigshew

What? None of you have ever used your feet to...

What? None of you have ever used your feet to steer! :recum:
Forum: Utility Cycling
11-09-09, 09:48 AM
Replies: 19
Views: 15,423
Posted By bigshew

That's not a drill press! It's my drink mixer. ...

That's not a drill press! It's my drink mixer.

Back on topic...I built my own porteur and used an old aluminum lawn chair frame for the struts. They even had the holes for mounting on the axle...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
11-07-09, 02:11 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 834
Posted By bigshew

I viewed the "how it works" video and the padlock...

I viewed the "how it works" video and the padlock "learns" your key pattern the first time you insert a key. You don't send them your car key. You have to buy the right lock to match your make of...
Forum: Fifty Plus (50+)
10-29-09, 03:55 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 526
Posted By bigshew

Actually, there was a batch of Nokian tires that...

Actually, there was a batch of Nokian tires that came from the plant printed Nokia. Maybe the OP got some of them.
Forum: Utility Cycling
10-23-09, 10:20 PM
Replies: 1,086
Views: 236,741
Posted By bigshew

Since you can't bring all of that into the...

Since you can't bring all of that into the building in one trip, do you worry about some lowlife grabbing stuff off the trailer?
Forum: Fifty Plus (50+)
10-23-09, 08:41 AM
Replies: 25
Views: 1,522
Posted By bigshew

Maybe inspired by this Claes Oldenburg...

Maybe inspired by this Claes Oldenburg sculpture..."bat column" in Chicago.

http://static.px.yelp.com/bphoto/iWEK7h4eILaN2LnJGlUDdg/l
Forum: Utility Cycling
10-22-09, 06:16 PM
Replies: 1,086
Views: 236,741
Posted By bigshew

Somebody expecting a lot of trick-or-treaters?

Somebody expecting a lot of trick-or-treaters?
Forum: Utility Cycling
10-22-09, 03:35 PM
Replies: 55
Views: 6,095
Posted By bigshew

Chucky, I think this photo shows the kind of...

Chucky, I think this photo shows the kind of weight you're talking about and why one needs more than a single gear.

http://farm4.static.flickr.com/3649/3607089514_06d34a0854_b.jpg
Forum: Utility Cycling
10-22-09, 09:25 AM
Replies: 55
Views: 6,095
Posted By bigshew

http://cargocycling.org/wp-content/uploads/2009/09...

http://cargocycling.org/wp-content/uploads/2009/09/furnituretrike.jpg

It kinda looks like coffins up top. Now that's real dead weight! :)

As for having the load in front or in back, it's always...
Forum: Utility Cycling
10-21-09, 02:23 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 2,738
Posted By bigshew

You can drill holes through the bottom of the...

You can drill holes through the bottom of the ActionPacker and mount to the frame with U-bolts. Add large washers for reinforcement. I've stuffed my 24 gal AP with 125 pounds and it looks good as...
Forum: Utility Cycling
10-16-09, 10:43 AM
Replies: 4
Views: 852
Posted By bigshew

What about when you try to leave the supermarket...

What about when you try to leave the supermarket parking lot and trigger the automatic wheel locks.:crash:
Forum: Fifty Plus (50+)
10-15-09, 04:18 PM
Replies: 39
Views: 1,817
Posted By bigshew

It looks like you could just grab any one of...

It looks like you could just grab any one of them. I don't see a bike lock in any of these nice pics. Do Amsterdammers lock up?
Forum: Fifty Plus (50+)
10-15-09, 04:06 PM
Replies: 39
Views: 1,817
Posted By bigshew

for better traction on wet cobblestones?

for better traction on wet cobblestones?
Forum: Utility Cycling
10-09-09, 07:48 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 774
Posted By bigshew

and only the rear brake.

and only the rear brake.
Forum: Utility Cycling
10-07-09, 08:01 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 1,037
Posted By bigshew

I'd worry about sharp edges on that laser cut...

I'd worry about sharp edges on that laser cut porteur.
Forum: Utility Cycling
10-03-09, 01:21 PM
Replies: 19
Views: 2,857
Posted By bigshew

The wood basket has a very nice eco-friendly...

The wood basket has a very nice eco-friendly look, but my bike falls over from time to time so I worry that wood wouldn't hold up for long. :(
Forum: Fifty Plus (50+)
09-29-09, 08:12 AM
Replies: 26
Views: 1,089
Posted By bigshew

What's worse than high winds? High winds & tall...

What's worse than high winds? High winds & tall buildings. Once I was waiting at a stop light next to a highrise and I had to hop off the bike or get blown over. Another time I almost got blown into...
Forum: Utility Cycling
09-29-09, 07:54 AM
Replies: 1,086
Views: 236,741
Posted By bigshew

I always enjoy your pics of DC, qmsdc15. Thanks...

I always enjoy your pics of DC, qmsdc15. Thanks for continuing to post 'em. Got a ? about this last pic. Is that a permanent cage around the maple tree? Does DC have a giant beaver problem?
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
09-19-09, 04:23 PM
Replies: 183
Views: 8,073
Posted By bigshew

New bicycle speed records set this week

NEW BICYCLE SPEED RECORDS SET
Here's the USA Today story from a couple days ago.
http://www.usatoday.com/sports/cycling/2009-09-18-records-fall-nevada-race_N.htm

Guess what type they were...
Forum: Fifty Plus (50+)
09-19-09, 04:13 PM
Replies: 15
Views: 919
Posted By bigshew

Walgreens carries Sun Shields brand sunglasses...

Walgreens carries Sun Shields brand sunglasses for wearing over glasses. They make at least 2 sizes. Less than $20 and once in awhile they're on sale. I've had several compliments on mine, so I guess...
Forum: Fifty Plus (50+)
09-12-09, 12:58 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 675
Posted By bigshew

Even without broken bones, he'll be hurtin' in...

Even without broken bones, he'll be hurtin' in about 20 years. Looks lot he puts lots of stress on knees and ankles. :(
Forum: Fifty Plus (50+)
09-09-09, 08:52 AM
Replies: 9
Views: 637
Posted By bigshew

As a 50+er that story reminds me of the CCR song...

As a 50+er that story reminds me of the CCR song "Lookin' Out My Backdoor".

Just got home from Illinois, lock the front door, oh boy!
Got to sit down, take a rest on the porch.
Imagination...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
09-08-09, 05:16 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 919
Posted By bigshew

A sure cure for numbness. Is there a gel cover?

A sure cure for numbness. Is there a gel cover?
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
09-08-09, 05:08 PM
Replies: 22
Views: 1,245
Posted By bigshew

I sold a book on amazon 2 wks ago for $1.99. It...

I sold a book on amazon 2 wks ago for $1.99. It wasn't worth my time as all I made was 3 cents.
The way I see it is if the total price was a good deal the buyer should be happy.
What if the...
Forum: Utility Cycling
09-06-09, 11:07 AM
Replies: 56
Views: 3,168
Posted By bigshew

This year I've seen a very big increase in the...

This year I've seen a very big increase in the number of bikes with milk crates & other baskets attached. So the interest is there. As for the LBSes, they are mostly clueless. One LBS that I visited...
Forum: Utility Cycling
09-05-09, 10:58 AM
Replies: 15
Views: 1,346
Posted By bigshew

There are also dedicated solar battery chargers...

There are also dedicated solar battery chargers that will handle the popular battery sizes. Should be more practical than one just made for the bike.
Forum: Folding Bikes
09-03-09, 03:45 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 808
Posted By bigshew

If you don't break your neck after hitting a...

If you don't break your neck after hitting a pothole you'll probably get run over by a car because drivers won't see you coming. :cry:
Forum: Fifty Plus (50+)
09-03-09, 09:03 AM
Replies: 2
Views: 381
Posted By bigshew

Happy anniversary! I wish I had a good a memory...

Happy anniversary! I wish I had a good a memory as you. About the only thing I remember from 1st grade is the teacher sending me to the back of the classroom. :(
I didn't get my first bike until I...
Forum: Folding Bikes
09-02-09, 04:31 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 808
Posted By bigshew

Website with video http://www.yikebike.com...

Website with video http://www.yikebike.com (http://www.yikebike.com/)
Forum: Fifty Plus (50+)
08-28-09, 01:08 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 836
Posted By bigshew

They are time trial helmets. Mach Schnell!

They are time trial helmets. Mach Schnell!
Forum: Fifty Plus (50+)
08-28-09, 08:50 AM
Replies: 7
Views: 677
Posted By bigshew

It's a bit cruel to post that vid in the 50+...

It's a bit cruel to post that vid in the 50+ forum. Even if you add their ages the girls don't qualify! I'm just happy getting on & off my bike without stumbling. :)
Forum: Utility Cycling
08-25-09, 08:23 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 5,344
Posted By bigshew

this is made to mount on the bed of a pickup...

this is made to mount on the bed of a pickup truck, but should work on a rack. It's less than $10 online if you can't find it at the parts store....
Forum: Utility Cycling
08-21-09, 05:58 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 5,344
Posted By bigshew

There might be a pic of someone doing just as you...

There might be a pic of someone doing just as you describe here on BF. At least that is where I think I saw it.

edit: couldn't find the pic, but did find a suggestion for towing second bike. Take...
Forum: Utility Cycling
08-20-09, 10:06 AM
Replies: 14
Views: 1,630
Posted By bigshew

Here's proof of photoshopping...the utility pole...

Here's proof of photoshopping...the utility pole has no shadow!
Forum: Utility Cycling
08-19-09, 07:18 PM
Replies: 14
Views: 1,630
Posted By bigshew

I think enine is right. Look at the shadow from...

I think enine is right. Look at the shadow from the building. It's only about 3 ft wide, but the shadow of the trailer is too big if the sun is high in the sky.
Forum: Utility Cycling
08-19-09, 12:44 PM
Replies: 14
Views: 1,630
Posted By bigshew

I wonder what that little square door near the...

I wonder what that little square door near the back is used for?
Forum: Utility Cycling
08-17-09, 09:05 AM
Replies: 69
Views: 6,676
Posted By bigshew

If you're on your bike and get mistaken for a...

If you're on your bike and get mistaken for a hobo do people give you energy bars? :)
Forum: Fifty Plus (50+)
08-13-09, 08:41 PM
Replies: 23
Views: 2,314
Posted By bigshew

That would be a sure sign of doping!

That would be a sure sign of doping!
Forum: Utility Cycling
08-12-09, 12:05 PM
Replies: 46
Views: 7,234
Posted By bigshew

There's one on Amazon. ...

There's one on Amazon.
http://www.amazon.com/Axiom-Folding-Faux-Wicker-Basket/dp/B0025UGNWW/ref=sr_1_1?ie=UTF8&s=sporting-goods&qid=1250099812&sr=1-1

But I don't see it on the Axiom website so it...
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