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Forum: Electronics, Lighting, & Gadgets
11-22-18, 10:15 AM
Replies: 14
Views: 1,766
Posted By chainlink

I tried komoot and it seemed like it was pretty...

I tried komoot and it seemed like it was pretty good but then I compared a section it to google maps for the section I ride to see if it would match. Only google maps picked up the secluded bike path...
Forum: Electric Bikes
08-08-18, 06:37 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 2,482
Posted By chainlink

interesting. Problem with this is that the LBS...

interesting. Problem with this is that the LBS that id buying from require full payment before ordering since it's like buying a custom ebike for them. :(
Forum: Electronics, Lighting, & Gadgets
07-25-18, 04:57 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 1,330
Posted By chainlink

@SHBR - what video camera are you using? Very...

@SHBR - what video camera are you using? Very cool videos btw!
Forum: Electric Bikes
07-23-18, 07:31 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 2,482
Posted By chainlink

Looking at the 20 mph with the Nuvinci. Test rode...

Looking at the 20 mph with the Nuvinci. Test rode it and loved the way it handled. Need to wait a little longer to scare up some more funds first!
Forum: Electric Bikes
07-18-18, 04:07 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 2,482
Posted By chainlink

Riese and Muller Tinker

Just made a decision to plunk down some change on a R&M Tinker ebike. I've been reading reviews and am wondering if anyone here has any experience with them? Beltdriven and Nuvinci hub.
Forum: Electric Bikes
07-02-18, 08:25 PM
Replies: 27
Views: 3,278
Posted By chainlink

They’re still fighting the unfairness of not...

They’re still fighting the unfairness of not legalizing throttle Ebikes. Here’s a more recent article: https://nyc.streetsblog.org/2018/05/29/delivery-workers-implore-dot-for-sensible-e-bike-rules/
Forum: Touring
06-30-18, 09:21 PM
Replies: 47
Views: 5,063
Posted By chainlink

Stardognine, I just bought one pannier and it’s a...

Stardognine, I just bought one pannier and it’s a totally different brand than what I currently have. Been debating for a week if I should return the one I just bought because it doesn’t match size,...
Forum: Electric Bikes
06-05-18, 07:19 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 1,426
Posted By chainlink

Congrats on your new ride. I have a Tern elink...

Congrats on your new ride. I have a Tern elink and that made my commute totally doable. I’m a little slower - my commute is 12 miles and it takes me just under an hour. Glad I have it. Not sure where...
Forum: Commuting
04-26-18, 09:22 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 895
Posted By chainlink

Getting an ebike (pedal assist, no throttle) has...

Getting an ebike (pedal assist, no throttle) has made a world of difference for me. Might be worth looking into trying one to see if you like it. I bet it will make you smile :)
Forum: Folding Bikes
01-15-18, 09:55 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 7,096
Posted By chainlink

Totally appreciate your input. Thank you for...

Totally appreciate your input. Thank you for posting the photos too since that’s helpful. I’m also happy to hear you were happy with your Tern and put a lot of miles on it. That’s always good to hear!
Forum: Folding Bikes
01-14-18, 11:09 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 7,096
Posted By chainlink

I purchased it in October and registered the...

I purchased it in October and registered the bike. It’s an ebike and so far it rides great but after reading about so many frame failures it sometimes feels like the frame days could be numbered.
Forum: Electronics, Lighting, & Gadgets
01-14-18, 11:02 PM
Replies: 33
Views: 12,129
Posted By chainlink

Finally working

After a week’s worth of going back and forth with support, the only way I could get the unit to work was by formatting the card using the cycliq phone app and NOT my Mac computer. I had followed the...
Forum: Folding Bikes
01-14-18, 02:06 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 7,096
Posted By chainlink

If you search for tern frame failure in this...

If you search for tern frame failure in this forum, you’ll find quite a few entries and pictures. I wish I had known about it before I purchased my elink D7i. Can’t really sell it in good conscious...
Forum: Electronics, Lighting, & Gadgets
01-14-18, 01:59 PM
Replies: 33
Views: 12,129
Posted By chainlink

I reset the unit and used my cell phone to record...

I reset the unit and used my cell phone to record the entire process of resetting, turning the unit on, plugging it in and having it appear on the desktop. Sent them the entire cell phone video.
...
Forum: Electronics, Lighting, & Gadgets
01-11-18, 11:28 PM
Replies: 33
Views: 12,129
Posted By chainlink

Thank you all for responding. After my initial...

Thank you all for responding. After my initial post here, I tried it again but strangely it would only record when it was tilted. I took a cell phone video of me turning the unit on and plugging it...
Forum: Electronics, Lighting, & Gadgets
01-10-18, 05:22 PM
Replies: 33
Views: 12,129
Posted By chainlink

Cycliq camera/light - garbage

I'm a little furious since I purchased the new Fly CE12 front camera. It does not capture any video. I also purchased the Fly 6, and that too doesn't like to capture video. For the 12, I've contacted...
Forum: Winter Cycling
12-30-17, 10:42 PM
Replies: 34
Views: 7,554
Posted By chainlink

Originally Posted by HerrKaLeun View Post For...

Originally Posted by HerrKaLeun View Post
For a $60 Balaclava I wanted to see more positive reviews regarding fogging. i agree reviews are not everything, but i can take a risk with $15.I ordered...
Forum: Electric Bikes
12-30-17, 10:21 PM
Replies: 14
Views: 1,999
Posted By chainlink

Thanks for the tips:)

Thanks for the tips:)
Forum: Electric Bikes
12-28-17, 06:08 AM
Replies: 14
Views: 1,999
Posted By chainlink

Ouch!!!!

Ouch!!!!
Forum: Electric Bikes
12-27-17, 09:46 PM
Replies: 14
Views: 1,999
Posted By chainlink

Winter riding on ebike

I rode today (20º F, NY) and while I was dressed warmly, I kept wondering if the ebike could handle the extreme weather. Any experience out there riding through the winter and maybe some pointers...
Forum: Folding Bikes
12-08-17, 03:01 PM
Replies: 18
Views: 3,529
Posted By chainlink

It’s not a Dahon, but I have a Tern elink D7i....

It’s not a Dahon, but I have a Tern elink D7i. I’d post a photo but can’t quite figure out how that’s done here successfully.
Forum: Commuting
12-05-17, 07:03 AM
Replies: 72
Views: 5,920
Posted By chainlink

Game changer

I ran out of most excuses when I got an ebike. However where I am it hasn't been cold yet so maybe as the weather gets colder I'll have a good excuse.
Forum: Electric Bikes
12-04-17, 11:58 PM
Replies: 15
Views: 2,904
Posted By chainlink

Take a look at the tern elink D7. Not as fancy as...

Take a look at the tern elink D7. Not as fancy as the Vektron but it’s got a sweet price point, nice mid-drive, regular brakes, and IGH which I prefer over derailleaurs. It’s a great ride - pedal...
Forum: Commuting
12-02-17, 07:10 AM
Replies: 48
Views: 18,348
Posted By chainlink

I too am a short rider and when I was looking for...

I too am a short rider and when I was looking for a new bike a few years ago, I test rode all the major players. none of them felt right with the 700 wheels even though the frame sizes were smaller....
Forum: Commuting
11-14-17, 08:40 PM
Replies: 20
Views: 1,837
Posted By chainlink

Very cool! On another note, what video cam are...

Very cool! On another note, what video cam are you using?
Forum: Folding Bikes
11-09-17, 09:34 PM
Replies: 18
Views: 2,129
Posted By chainlink

Loving my Tern eLink D7i. It’s a good price...

Loving my Tern eLink D7i. It’s a good price point, mid-drive, and makes my 24 mile RT commute pleasurable. Folds under my desk. Total game changer. YMMV
Forum: Folding Bikes
10-31-17, 09:20 PM
Replies: 18
Views: 2,129
Posted By chainlink

I picked up a Tern elink D7i, it’s got great...

I picked up a Tern elink D7i, it’s got great tires, Bafang motor good for about 30 miles, 7 speed IGH. My RT commute is 24 so it’s perfect for me. Weighs 48 lbs but I’m in an elevator building so I’m...
Forum: Electric Bikes
10-15-17, 07:41 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 1,260
Posted By chainlink

Rick, I topped at 20.5 mph without even trying...

Rick,
I topped at 20.5 mph without even trying so I was pretty happy about that. What I really enjoyed on Friday was not being sweaty and not having to change out of cycling clothes into work...
Forum: Electric Bikes
10-14-17, 08:24 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 1,260
Posted By chainlink

Ride report

I ended up putting on about 33 miles on the bike the 1st day out! Totally impressed since I still had a little bit of energy and didn’t bonk. 12 miles to work and then on the way back, I took a long...
Forum: Electric Bikes
10-13-17, 04:21 AM
Replies: 5
Views: 1,260
Posted By chainlink

Picked up Tern eLink yesterday

Since my commute is just over the sweet spot for me (12 miles), I decided to get an ebike. I picked up the Tern eLink last night and rode it home from the shop. So far it rode pretty nicely. It’s...
Forum: Folding Bikes
07-05-15, 08:42 AM
Replies: 30
Views: 13,269
Posted By chainlink

Excellent! love having the 6 speed and totally...

Excellent! love having the 6 speed and totally love my Brompton. Post photos when you get it!
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
06-25-15, 09:10 PM
Replies: 24
Views: 2,324
Posted By chainlink

Check this out for touring on a folder: Our...

Check this out for touring on a folder:
Our Bikes - Our Life Unfolded (http://www.ourlifeunfolded.com/our-bikes/)
Forum: Folding Bikes
06-16-15, 09:10 PM
Replies: 30
Views: 13,269
Posted By chainlink

I have an M type handlebar and love it. I just...

I have an M type handlebar and love it. I just rode 150 hilly miles over 2 days and while my legs got a little sore because of the hills, my back, neck and shoulders were totally fine. I'm 5'1". ...
Forum: Southeast
05-21-15, 06:07 PM
Replies: 19
Views: 1,521
Posted By chainlink

I was hoping for more downtime and ability to...

I was hoping for more downtime and ability to explore futher but the most I was able to ride was 17 miles. Still glad I got to ride. The 2 mile portion of the Beltline was sweet. I ended up using...
Forum: Southeast
05-16-15, 08:54 PM
Replies: 19
Views: 1,521
Posted By chainlink

PatrickGSR94 - wanted to follow up and see if you...

PatrickGSR94 - wanted to follow up and see if you rode at all this past week in GA. I'm headed down Monday.
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
04-23-15, 01:54 PM
Replies: 17
Views: 1,037
Posted By chainlink

Hi MNHarv, i saw my doc this past week and was...

Hi MNHarv,
i saw my doc this past week and was congratulated and encouraged to do this ride. I'm doing this ride for cancer research and that's giving me tons of motivation too. It is definitely a...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
04-21-15, 06:26 PM
Replies: 17
Views: 1,037
Posted By chainlink

You guys are great. Love the encouragement even...

You guys are great. Love the encouragement even from the folks who'd never ride a long distance. You crack me up. I will definitely post pictures in June after I'm done riding.
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
04-20-15, 01:59 PM
Replies: 17
Views: 1,037
Posted By chainlink

jseis and stanSeven - thanks for encouragement....

jseis and stanSeven - thanks for encouragement. Glad to know I'm not * totally* nuts to embark on 2 day ride of 75 miles each day. Nice and easy is the key.
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
04-19-15, 08:49 PM
Replies: 17
Views: 1,037
Posted By chainlink

BobbyG - thank you for the wisdom and 'be...

BobbyG - thank you for the wisdom and 'be reasonable' part as I can be a little hard on myself and there is no "no" in my vocabulary, hahaha!
Fastfingaz - yep, definitely SAG and organized ride...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
04-19-15, 01:33 PM
Replies: 17
Views: 1,037
Posted By chainlink

over 50, training for a 150 mile ride, and after cancer

Not too sure where I should post this since this can actually affect a lot of riders out there. So I'm coming back to cycling after a few years off, I finished cancer treatment in October. I started...
Forum: Southeast
04-17-15, 09:40 PM
Replies: 19
Views: 1,521
Posted By chainlink

I like the bike friendly MARTA option to combine...

I like the bike friendly MARTA option to combine the commute. It's not the mileage that concerns me, it's the unfamiliar roads that makes me hesitate but from what you're all posting, Atlanta seems...
Forum: Southeast
04-16-15, 09:49 PM
Replies: 19
Views: 1,521
Posted By chainlink

Good stuff - thank you punkncat

Good stuff - thank you punkncat
Forum: Northeast
04-15-15, 02:10 PM
Replies: 0
Views: 535
Posted By chainlink

Cycling in Canonsburg

I have a business trip coming up next week and Id love to be able to ride from the Pittsburgh airport to Canonsburg. Has anyone done it and if so, what was your experience?
Forum: Southeast
04-15-15, 01:56 PM
Replies: 19
Views: 1,521
Posted By chainlink

Patrick - no I'll be there the week after that....

Patrick - no I'll be there the week after that. The convention looks like it could be a lot of fun. Enjoy and post if you can about your riding experience.
Forum: Southeast
04-15-15, 08:34 AM
Replies: 19
Views: 1,521
Posted By chainlink

Thanks for starting the conversation and for the...

Thanks for starting the conversation and for the responses. I too am headed to Atlanta for work and was wondering about how relatively safe it is to ride from the airport to Lenox Square Mall area....
Forum: Folding Bikes
03-26-15, 07:41 AM
Replies: 7
Views: 2,756
Posted By chainlink

Not sure if you found your answer for dimensions,...

Not sure if you found your answer for dimensions, but check out Carradice bags (Stockport City Folder (http://www.carradice.co.uk/index.php?page_id=product&under=type&product_id=129))City Classics...
Forum: Introductions
03-16-15, 09:11 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 372
Posted By chainlink

New to forum!

Hi everyone,
Been cycling many years and now mostly for commuting on a Brompton.
My personal record for a long distnace ride is 130 miles in one day and that was a lonnnnnnggg time ago.
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