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Forum: General Cycling Discussion
11-08-20, 07:11 PM
Replies: 110
Views: 44,991
Posted By Payton1221

Any idea how it compares from an efficiency...

Any idea how it compares from an efficiency standpoint to a chain and sprocket drivetrain or from a Nexus drive? I have their bike with the Nexus which is an awesome, simple, versatile setup but it...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
06-27-20, 07:13 PM
Replies: 21
Views: 3,745
Posted By Payton1221

My friend's brother was a mailman. He used to hit...

My friend's brother was a mailman. He used to hit unruly dogs with a rolled up newspaper ROLLED OVER A BLACK IRON PIPE!
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
06-26-20, 04:45 PM
Replies: 21
Views: 3,745
Posted By Payton1221

More confirmation that these air horns (and btw,...

More confirmation that these air horns (and btw, my horn is EXACTLY like the airhorn except that the horn is mounted rigidly to the refillable bottle . . . not separate from it) WORK! I was riding on...
Forum: Forum Suggestions & User Assistance
05-06-20, 07:35 PM
Replies: 21
Views: 1,740
Posted By Payton1221

My computer is old, but RELATIVELY SPEAKING, this...

My computer is old, but RELATIVELY SPEAKING, this forum is the absolute slooooowest site that I visit . . . by several orders of magnitude.
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
04-25-20, 05:35 PM
Replies: 23
Views: 1,455
Posted By Payton1221

This is great stuff! And the comment about drop...

This is great stuff! And the comment about drop bars being beneficial (as it stretches the back) is an interesting perspective. I have three bikes, and they're all flatbar bikes as I thought that...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
04-25-20, 03:40 PM
Replies: 23
Views: 1,455
Posted By Payton1221

Who Thinks Biking Is GOOD For Your Back

I had a few episodes of severe back pain that started 10 years ago. The first one was brought on by trauma (poor lifting mechanics) and the next few were brought on by trauma that wasn't nearly as...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
04-22-20, 09:07 PM
Replies: 17
Views: 2,040
Posted By Payton1221

O2 Monitor For Overtraining?

A little nerdy, of course, but does anyone use an O2 monitor to help gauge when they should take a day or two off instead of keeping the pedal to the floor? I felt a little beat up during today's...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
04-22-20, 12:57 PM
Replies: 87
Views: 7,767
Posted By Payton1221

Me too. I live in the country, and due to other...

Me too. I live in the country, and due to other commitments and goals, I've chosen to keep my rides to ~10-11 miles. Leaving and returning home AND limiting my rides to 10 miles results in very few...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
04-17-20, 08:07 PM
Replies: 16
Views: 2,819
Posted By Payton1221

Yes but they also "win" if they steal his bike...

Yes but they also "win" if they steal his bike :eek: I'm going to give The Big Wheel the benefit of the doubt and bet that he knows his surroundings better than we do.

If you're not into status, I...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
04-14-20, 08:36 PM
Replies: 23
Views: 1,741
Posted By Payton1221

There are headbands made with a rubber bead to...

There are headbands made with a rubber bead to "direct" the sweat from your eyes (they're available on Amazon and elsewhere). They work okay, but I've also been using a soft sponge that I use to wipe...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
04-04-20, 09:42 AM
Replies: 19
Views: 5,870
Posted By Payton1221

I bought their Motobecane Elite 8 (it has the...

I bought their Motobecane Elite 8 (it has the Nexus 8) and I really like it for the money. The Nexus 8 is great, and I have plenty of range from low to high, and if you pause while shifting, it's...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
03-31-20, 06:26 AM
Replies: 23
Views: 5,486
Posted By Payton1221

Unless your commute has some wildly varying...

Unless your commute has some wildly varying terrain (Hills!), then I think you'll be quite happy with any of the 1X systems. I know that's a minority view here and 2X and 3X's are much more common,...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
03-14-20, 06:59 PM
Replies: 143
Views: 12,836
Posted By Payton1221

Apologies if this has been discussed (I didn't...

Apologies if this has been discussed (I didn't read every post), but I think the OP did a good job of stating for those who want to go this route "here's a good tool." For those who don't want to go...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
02-17-20, 08:56 PM
Replies: 35
Views: 4,119
Posted By Payton1221

My Rock Bros helmet finally arrived, and like...

My Rock Bros helmet finally arrived, and like many of the other posters, I love the helmet light!!! My dyno light works okay, but with the addition of my helmet light, I really don't need the strong...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
01-16-20, 09:22 PM
Replies: 35
Views: 4,119
Posted By Payton1221

Sorry for not uploading a photo, but I just...

Sorry for not uploading a photo, but I just bought this Rock Bros helmet with rechargeable lights on the front and rear:...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
01-15-20, 07:37 AM
Replies: 35
Views: 4,119
Posted By Payton1221

Thanks guys. I just bought rechargeable ankle...

Thanks guys. I just bought rechargeable ankle straps and my jacket is reflective pieces on it too.

I have dyno powered brake lights (front too to augment the recently purchased light which is...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
01-13-20, 09:28 PM
Replies: 35
Views: 4,119
Posted By Payton1221

Night Riders:Lights

For those who ride at night, do you only use lights for your bike or do you have a helmet light too? I have bike lights only, but I'm thinking about adding one on my helmet too.

I've only ridden...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
11-29-19, 10:42 PM
Replies: 21
Views: 3,745
Posted By Payton1221

I rode yesterday, and the dog stood up when he...

I rode yesterday, and the dog stood up when he saw me and gave one pathetic bark. It was mournful as if to say "I'm sorry that I can't chase you any more." :p

The air horn is now a permanent part...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
11-24-19, 04:35 PM
Replies: 21
Views: 3,745
Posted By Payton1221

Not yet but I might have to one day. From the...

Not yet but I might have to one day. From the appearance of the house I know the owners are poor, but that's no excuse.

Here's an update, I rode both yesterday and today. They weren't in the...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
11-17-19, 07:54 PM
Replies: 21
Views: 3,745
Posted By Payton1221

I rode by today and the dog was playing in the...

I rode by today and the dog was playing in the yard with another dog that I think is much more aggressive than the first one. I could have ridden by without incident, but I wanted to see how the...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
11-16-19, 05:43 PM
Replies: 21
Views: 3,745
Posted By Payton1221

Chasing Dogs: A (temporary?) Success Story

I have an 11 mile loop that starts and ends at my house. I live in the country and there aren't many roads, and hence, not many riding options, so this loop is a ride often (literally over 100 times...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
11-11-19, 07:49 PM
Replies: 168
Views: 29,296
Posted By Payton1221

I thought similar to the OP in the past, and...

I thought similar to the OP in the past, and because of that, I have the Priority Onyx with Nuvinci CVT (their N330) and another bike with a Nexus 8. In my opinion, the Nexus is much less efficient....
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
10-07-19, 06:38 PM
Replies: 54
Views: 6,348
Posted By Payton1221

Ideal Conditions For Speed

What's your ideal conditions for producing your fastest pace? Obviously, you wouldn't want any wind, but how about temperature?

All summer and, until recently, it has been very warm with most of...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
08-31-19, 07:05 AM
Replies: 110
Views: 44,991
Posted By Payton1221

Thanks for posting this.

Thanks for posting this.
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
08-31-19, 07:02 AM
Replies: 143
Views: 16,920
Posted By Payton1221

So EVERY time you encounter a dog that gets to...

So EVERY time you encounter a dog that gets to within a few feet of your bike you stop and dismount on the side opposite the bike? You do you but there's no way am I doing that. I ride in the country...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
08-31-19, 06:56 AM
Replies: 143
Views: 16,920
Posted By Payton1221

I'm fed up with it too, but I'll guarantee the...

I'm fed up with it too, but I'll guarantee the dogs who did this damage IMMEDIATELY made their true character known.
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
08-26-19, 05:04 PM
Replies: 110
Views: 44,991
Posted By Payton1221

So for you Priority 600 owners, how do you...

So for you Priority 600 owners, how do you compare your overall speed with it compared to bikes with typical front/rear derailleurs? I would think it's a little less efficient, but is it very...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
08-12-19, 06:42 PM
Replies: 50
Views: 5,447
Posted By Payton1221

^^THIS It's an opportunity for me to give my...

^^THIS

It's an opportunity for me to give my "backside" a break ;-)
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
07-31-19, 01:25 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 2,279
Posted By Payton1221

Micro-Indexed Left Shifter?

How many mountain bikes are sold today with the ability to trim their front derailleur? In light of that, are there any truly micro-index shifters available where you can dial in enough movement to...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
07-12-19, 05:03 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 1,805
Posted By Payton1221

Well done Jonathan!!! That's exactly what's wrong...

Well done Jonathan!!! That's exactly what's wrong with it. My LBS has unsuccessfully tried to do this multiple times, and they're in the process now of replacing it with another hub from Nuvinci...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
07-11-19, 09:09 PM
Replies: 91
Views: 8,990
Posted By Payton1221

What magnesium products would you recommend?

What magnesium products would you recommend?
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
07-09-19, 09:26 AM
Replies: 5
Views: 1,805
Posted By Payton1221

Exactly . . . I think :D The Nuvinci has a...

Exactly . . . I think :D

The Nuvinci has a 1.65 overdrive and a 0.5 reduction hence 1.65/0.5 = 3.3X faster in its highest setting versus its lowest setting.
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
07-09-19, 07:23 AM
Replies: 5
Views: 1,805
Posted By Payton1221

Nuvinci Owners: An Experiment

I have a bike with a Nuvinci 330. I really like the Nuvinci hub . . . especially how I can shift under a load like when climbing a hill. I can dial the hub to just the perfect ratio and continually...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
07-08-19, 07:45 AM
Replies: 10
Views: 1,785
Posted By Payton1221

That's interesting. I had thought 4th gear was...

That's interesting. I had thought 4th gear was direct but I've just confirmed what you wrote.

My 4th gear sounds a little different from the others so maybe there's a lack of grease. Not sure.
...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
07-07-19, 12:20 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 1,785
Posted By Payton1221

Question For Those Who Own Both IGH & Derailleur Bikes

How much less efficient does your IGH bike seem compared to your derailleur bike? I'm about 10% slower with my IGH, but it feels like it's much less efficient than that. My legs are somewhat sore the...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
07-03-19, 09:39 PM
Replies: 91
Views: 8,990
Posted By Payton1221

LOL and thanks. All of my rides are short as most...

LOL and thanks. All of my rides are short as most of you you (I think) would define them. My odometer reads a little over 700 miles this year, and this can be approximated by ~70 rides of ~10 miles...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
07-03-19, 07:44 AM
Replies: 91
Views: 8,990
Posted By Payton1221

Thanks for all of the replies. I do supplement...

Thanks for all of the replies. I do supplement with magnesium, and I've just discovered my multi-vitamin has a whopping 2% RDA :eek: Although I do eat bananas, I probably am deficient in potassium...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
07-02-19, 08:08 PM
Replies: 91
Views: 8,990
Posted By Payton1221

Charlie Horses--Prevention and Likelihood of Recurrences

I have an 11 mile loop that I ride most evenings, and after being 4.79 miles into it I had to stop pedaling when struck by a charlie horse in my calf :eek: After standing still for a minute or so, I...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
06-28-19, 07:19 AM
Replies: 55
Views: 15,710
Posted By Payton1221

Thanks guys. Great replies all around, and for...

Thanks guys. Great replies all around, and for the riding that I do, it doesn't make sense.
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
06-27-19, 07:46 PM
Replies: 55
Views: 15,710
Posted By Payton1221

Fat Bike--How Much Slower?

I need a new bike like I need a hole in my head BUT I was in a bike store today and saw a fat bike that really got my attention. And while I could conceivably ride the bike on a dirt or gravel (snow...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
06-19-19, 09:54 AM
Replies: 6
Views: 4,389
Posted By Payton1221

I've already pondered that possibility :D If I...

I've already pondered that possibility :D If I have to sheepishly take my bike to the LBS without the chainring, I think that I'll say that I found the bike :eek:

Thanks for the replies guys!
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
06-19-19, 07:04 AM
Replies: 6
Views: 4,389
Posted By Payton1221

Replace Riveted On Chainring?

Thread title should be "Replace Riveted Chainring," because I bought a Motobecane Elite Eight bike that came with a 42T chainring riveted to the spider, and I'm wanting to replace it with a 38T...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
06-18-19, 07:27 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 15,954
Posted By Payton1221

Thanks for all of the replies guys. And to Moe, I...

Thanks for all of the replies guys. And to Moe, I thought that at first but when the driveway leveled out and my coasting had almost stopped entirely I was still pedaling with no affect. It was...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
06-17-19, 12:46 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 15,954
Posted By Payton1221

Pedals Turn But Rear Wheel Doesn't

I occasionally will ride my oldest bike. It's a Raleigh hybrid and I suppose that I keep it around for sentimental reasons. The other day while taking it out, I immediately began the descent of my...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
05-28-19, 11:15 AM
Replies: 12
Views: 1,333
Posted By Payton1221

Cycle-Along DVDs or YouTube Videos?

Does anyone use actual DVDs (e.g., Spinervals) or play any of the YouTube channels while they cycle along to somewhat simulate cycling and to at least change the "scenery?" I've never taken the time...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
05-08-19, 11:19 AM
Replies: 21
Views: 3,707
Posted By Payton1221

Not to hijack ;) but what's the traffic like...

Not to hijack ;) but what's the traffic like where you're riding in the dark? If anybody should be able to ride in the dark, it should be me since I live in the country with car sightings typically...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
05-06-19, 01:28 PM
Replies: 183
Views: 27,309
Posted By Payton1221

You +40 mph guys are impressive (or as one poster...

You +40 mph guys are impressive (or as one poster noted: foolhardy :D). I brake to keep it below 35 or so.
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
05-06-19, 01:24 PM
Replies: 32
Views: 3,730
Posted By Payton1221

I think this probably applies to most, but I have...

I think this probably applies to most, but I have one very, Very, VERY steep hill that I can't get up with one of my bikes, but I can with the other one. If I was going to buy a bike with the...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
03-23-19, 08:09 PM
Replies: 73
Views: 5,770
Posted By Payton1221

I don't always get to, but I prefer to. When we...

I don't always get to, but I prefer to. When we were on vacation at Daytona Beach in September, I rode every day.
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
03-01-19, 09:17 PM
Replies: 35
Views: 11,738
Posted By Payton1221

Let me set your mind at ease: IT SHIFTS GREAT...

Let me set your mind at ease: IT SHIFTS GREAT UNDER A LOAD!!! I have a Priority bike with the Nuvinci 330 and I live on the top of a small mountain so I ride up/down hills regardless where I go, and...
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