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Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
03-31-14, 08:38 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 4,520
Posted By Easy Peasy

So I commuted today, and the loss of resistance...

So I commuted today, and the loss of resistance problem has disappeared. As for the ghost shifting, there was perhaps one down shift going to work, but nothing on the way back. Before the...
Forum: Commuting
03-29-14, 01:36 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 933
Posted By Easy Peasy

Old Fuji Road Racer Commuter Conversion

I have an old Fuji road racer road bike from the 80s. I have a bad neck, and I'm thinking of replacing the drop down handle bars with riser or swept back handlebars moving the shifting levers...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
03-29-14, 11:33 AM
Replies: 9
Views: 4,520
Posted By Easy Peasy

Thanks guys. I took it back, and the back DR...

Thanks guys. I took it back, and the back DR was adjusted. I took for a spin around the shop, and the problem seems to have been fixed. But I'll have to take it on the commute to be sure.
Forum: Commuting
03-28-14, 09:40 PM
Replies: 26
Views: 2,729
Posted By Easy Peasy

I recommend panniers. Much more pleasant than...

I recommend panniers. Much more pleasant than having something on your back.
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
03-28-14, 06:31 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 4,520
Posted By Easy Peasy

Occasional Loss of Resistance when pedaling

Have a trek 7300 that's my daily commuter, just came back from a tune up at the LBS.

I'm pedaling along and once in a while it feels like there's no resistance. I'm also experiencing occasional...
Forum: Electronics, Lighting, & Gadgets
11-03-12, 08:02 PM
Replies: 183
Views: 20,808
Posted By Easy Peasy

When it's bright, I don't use a tail light. I...

When it's bright, I don't use a tail light. I have a slow moving triangle (safety green with orange trim) that has reflective fabric. Stands out clearly in daylight and is much more noticeable...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
10-23-12, 07:40 PM
Replies: 20
Views: 5,866
Posted By Easy Peasy

Had to raise the handle bar due to a bad neck. ...

Had to raise the handle bar due to a bad neck. Couldn't ride it otherwise. The riser can be removed, and will save the original Belt saddle in case I decide to sell it some day. For now it's a...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
10-23-12, 04:29 PM
Replies: 20
Views: 5,866
Posted By Easy Peasy

Finally a couple of shots of the refurbished...

Finally a couple of shots of the refurbished Fuji:
http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v233/jelb/IMG_1983_zps681f9f65.jpg
http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v233/jelb/IMG_1980_zps6a945be2.jpg
Forum: Classic & Vintage
10-18-12, 06:42 PM
Replies: 20
Views: 5,866
Posted By Easy Peasy

It's hard for me to imagine how a leather seat...

It's hard for me to imagine how a leather seat without padding or springs would be comfy. Is it comfortable because on a road bike, you are forward leaning and your center of gravity isn't squarely...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
10-18-12, 06:36 PM
Replies: 20
Views: 5,866
Posted By Easy Peasy

Mine looks black where it's well preserved and...

Mine looks black where it's well preserved and brown to tan where it's worn. Worked some dark brown shoe polish in the abraded areas, let dry, then gave it a sno-seal treatment. Isn't perfect,...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
10-18-12, 08:53 AM
Replies: 20
Views: 5,866
Posted By Easy Peasy

Yeah, it did seem a waste not to do something...

Yeah, it did seem a waste not to do something with this bike. I'll try to get some pics up after it's up and running. Didn't see the chain decal, but pretty sure we got the bike in the late 70s. ...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
10-17-12, 05:33 PM
Replies: 20
Views: 5,866
Posted By Easy Peasy

Thanks guys. This saddle looks pretty good but...

Thanks guys. This saddle looks pretty good but has a couple of large abrasions on its sides exposing raw hide. Would a shoe/leather repair person be recommended for restoration?
Forum: Classic & Vintage
10-17-12, 04:50 PM
Replies: 20
Views: 5,866
Posted By Easy Peasy

Fuji Special Road Racer

It's from the late 70s - emerald green with chrome forks, down tube shifters. Sat indoors for most of its life. Needs new tires/tubes, a tune up, a stem extension, and some handle bar tape. Few...
Forum: Commuting
09-04-12, 03:51 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 335
Posted By Easy Peasy

That looks like a very good system too. ...

That looks like a very good system too. Something I hope US cities will emulate.
Forum: Commuting
09-04-12, 04:23 AM
Replies: 3
Views: 335
Posted By Easy Peasy

Bike Rentals help South Korean City turn Green

This looks promising:

http://english.chosun.com/site/data/html_dir/2012/04/03/2012040301241.html

There's a short video at the end.

A few other recent pro bicycle articles from ROK
...
Forum: Commuting
08-25-12, 06:20 AM
Replies: 27
Views: 1,504
Posted By Easy Peasy

I'd call the wife to pick me up.

I'd call the wife to pick me up.
Forum: Commuting
07-24-12, 08:35 PM
Replies: 38
Views: 4,616
Posted By Easy Peasy

Disagree about the rain comment. Depends on...

Disagree about the rain comment. Depends on the kind of gear you have.
Forum: Commuting
07-24-12, 08:30 PM
Replies: 54
Views: 3,859
Posted By Easy Peasy

Get an Delta Airzound. 120 db blast will do...

Get an Delta Airzound. 120 db blast will do wonders.
Forum: Commuting
07-24-12, 08:27 PM
Replies: 22
Views: 18,116
Posted By Easy Peasy

I love my Nutcase. Now with visor.

I love my Nutcase. Now with visor.
Forum: Commuting
07-02-12, 06:39 PM
Replies: 23
Views: 1,131
Posted By Easy Peasy

I use my quick drying hiking shirts and a pair...

I use my quick drying hiking shirts and a pair of Northface trekking pants that can zip off or fold up.
Forum: Commuting
06-27-12, 03:16 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 1,570
Posted By Easy Peasy

Thanks all. Very helpful comments. I...

Thanks all. Very helpful comments.
I ordered a Minoura mount: http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B001D11ENC/ref=oh_details_o00_s00_i00
which doesn't require eyelets. I'll experiment with...
Forum: Commuting
06-23-12, 08:08 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 1,570
Posted By Easy Peasy

Fork mounted Lighting

For those who mount a light on a fork, where do you prefer to mount the light on the fork - low, medium or high? Is there any advantage for a particular position? thanks.
Forum: Commuting
06-22-12, 10:16 PM
Replies: 32
Views: 4,015
Posted By Easy Peasy

I use one and love it, especially for bad weather...

I use one and love it, especially for bad weather and lots of debris on the roads. Alternate with a hybrid commuter. I switched out knobbies for wide smooth tires, put fenders, rack, panniers,...
Forum: Utility Cycling
06-21-12, 05:05 PM
Replies: 16
Views: 1,587
Posted By Easy Peasy

Thank you. I asked the company if they sell...

Thank you. I asked the company if they sell spare tires and tubes, and they said no. Can they be bought elsewhere?
Forum: Utility Cycling
06-20-12, 04:53 PM
Replies: 16
Views: 1,587
Posted By Easy Peasy

That Aosom looks nice. Is it easy to attach to...

That Aosom looks nice. Is it easy to attach to the bike? How is it done?
Forum: Commuting
06-20-12, 04:49 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 771
Posted By Easy Peasy

Consider a less upright position by lowering...

Consider a less upright position by lowering handlebar height, adjusting seat height and angle. That'll put more of the weight on the hands and off the spine-butt axis. You may then not need a new...
Forum: Utility Cycling
06-19-12, 08:24 PM
Replies: 16
Views: 1,587
Posted By Easy Peasy

Thanks for all of the suggestions. Has...

Thanks for all of the suggestions.
Has anyone heard of Wandertec trailers? They look pretty well made and designed: http://www.biketrailershop.com/wandertec-bike-trailers-c-284.html
Forum: Utility Cycling
06-18-12, 08:06 PM
Replies: 16
Views: 1,587
Posted By Easy Peasy

Please Recommend a general utility trailer

I have this MTB with quick release tires. Could someone recommend a trailer for it? I'd be using it for runs to the recycling center and grocery mostly. Also, how do you attach trailers to the...
Forum: Commuting
06-17-12, 07:19 PM
Replies: 57
Views: 63,639
Posted By Easy Peasy

I lock the U lock onto the side of my back rack...

I lock the U lock onto the side of my back rack and then velcro the lock to another part of the rack. Snug as a bug. Leaves plenty of room for my panniers.
Forum: Commuting
06-16-12, 05:36 PM
Replies: 15
Views: 1,240
Posted By Easy Peasy

Of course if it's very humid and hot, you will...

Of course if it's very humid and hot, you will have a warm, moist ride.
Forum: Commuting
06-09-12, 11:28 PM
Replies: 252
Views: 25,508
Posted By Easy Peasy

Call me Fred. ...

Call me Fred.

http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v233/jelb/HIKING/IMG_0574.jpg
Forum: Electronics, Lighting, & Gadgets
06-08-12, 09:43 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 1,826
Posted By Easy Peasy

How long is the mounting bar of your swing grip?...

How long is the mounting bar of your swing grip? Thanks
Forum: Commuting
06-08-12, 09:13 PM
Replies: 16
Views: 964
Posted By Easy Peasy

I stick to the route I know well, and still...

I stick to the route I know well, and still maintain a healthy paranoia.
Forum: Commuting
05-30-12, 03:46 PM
Replies: 33
Views: 2,078
Posted By Easy Peasy

I recommend the Ortlieb office bag.

I recommend the Ortlieb office bag.
Forum: Commuting
05-30-12, 03:28 PM
Replies: 37
Views: 3,174
Posted By Easy Peasy

There's a point in my commute where it is...

There's a point in my commute where it is hazardous to ride on the roadway and much safer to take the sidewalk for about 40 yards. So yes.
Forum: Commuting
05-29-12, 09:36 PM
Replies: 41
Views: 9,747
Posted By Easy Peasy

I have these panniers on all the time, each with...

I have these panniers on all the time, each with a reflective white patch. The safety wing reflector would extend past the left pannier, but do you think it would add much?
...
Forum: Commuting
05-29-12, 04:50 PM
Replies: 41
Views: 9,747
Posted By Easy Peasy

Thanks for the info and link Chaadster. I...

Thanks for the info and link Chaadster.
I typically carry panniers off my rack, so I'll have to figure out where to mount it.
Forum: Commuting
05-28-12, 07:18 PM
Replies: 20
Views: 2,587
Posted By Easy Peasy

Northface hiking/cargo pants - the kind with zip...

Northface hiking/cargo pants - the kind with zip off legs. Cool, light, fast drying, well designed and durable.
Forum: Commuting
05-28-12, 07:16 PM
Replies: 41
Views: 9,747
Posted By Easy Peasy

Where did you buy that side mounted...

Where did you buy that side mounted reflector/flag? Thanks.
Forum: Commuting
05-28-12, 07:13 PM
Replies: 37
Views: 1,900
Posted By Easy Peasy

I rode a hybrid for a year. Now that I'm riding...

I rode a hybrid for a year. Now that I'm riding my refurbished MTB, I prefer the more solid feel of the MTB, the wider tires feel more stable, and the geometry is better for me.
Forum: Commuting
05-28-12, 12:24 PM
Replies: 348
Views: 26,145
Posted By Easy Peasy

A stem riser. My neck thanks me!

A stem riser. My neck thanks me!
Forum: Commuting
05-28-12, 12:22 PM
Replies: 28
Views: 1,469
Posted By Easy Peasy

As long as I have my gear I enjoy riding in the...

As long as I have my gear I enjoy riding in the rain in any temperature.
Forum: Commuting
05-28-12, 12:21 PM
Replies: 41
Views: 9,747
Posted By Easy Peasy

I guess you could angle the flag towards the...

I guess you could angle the flag towards the back. That will lose height, but still get the attention of the driver behind.
Forum: Commuting
05-27-12, 10:36 PM
Replies: 41
Views: 9,747
Posted By Easy Peasy

Anyone use a Flag or side projecting flag/reflector?

I see them on kids' bikes, carriers, utility bikes, but never on commuters. Reasons against using them?
Forum: Commuting
05-23-12, 09:04 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 2,425
Posted By Easy Peasy

Depends how much space you need. I quickly...

Depends how much space you need. I quickly outgrew the fold out type and went with real panniers (Ortlieb).
Forum: Commuting
05-23-12, 04:45 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 698
Posted By Easy Peasy

A Bit of Progress in LA

Here's a bit of good news from a recent NY Times article

http://www.nytimes.com/2012/05/20/us/in-los-angeles-drivers-and-bicyclists-learn-to-co-exist.html
Forum: Commuting
05-23-12, 04:40 PM
Replies: 0
Views: 294
Posted By Easy Peasy

Fundraiser for the Kids of Cycling Activist who was Tragically Killed

For anyone in the Lehigh Valley, PA and surrounding areas, this would be a terrific cause:

http://www.patytsmabiketour.com/
Forum: Commuting
05-23-12, 04:37 PM
Replies: 23
Views: 2,182
Posted By Easy Peasy

Thanks for all the replies, I learned a lot. I...

Thanks for all the replies, I learned a lot. I turned the knobs clockwise, and the knob got loose and I got more boing.
Counterclockwise, the knobs eventually stopped turning, and less boing, but...
Forum: Commuting
05-21-12, 06:07 PM
Replies: 23
Views: 2,182
Posted By Easy Peasy

Thanks for the replies. Makes sense. How is...

Thanks for the replies. Makes sense. How is "locking out" done ?
Forum: Commuting
05-21-12, 04:20 PM
Replies: 23
Views: 2,182
Posted By Easy Peasy

Shock Absorbing Fork

I've starting using my mountain bike as my primary commuter. It has a shock absorbing "Rockshox" fork. Scoatw in another thread asked if it can be "locked out". I assume that means disabling the...
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