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Forum: Road Cycling
04-24-12, 09:45 PM
Replies: 34
Views: 2,290
Posted By tballx

http://www.rivbike.com/product-p/pe1.htm

http://www.rivbike.com/product-p/pe1.htm
Forum: Commuting
04-18-12, 09:01 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 508
Posted By tballx

Bell Muni. Built in rear flashers. Built to...

Bell Muni. Built in rear flashers. Built to hold Blackburn's front and rear flea usb flashers. Elastic headband so you can fit a hat underneath. Visor. Great helmet for the money.
Forum: Road Cycling
04-15-12, 04:02 PM
Replies: 41
Views: 3,494
Posted By tballx

I hate it. Too loud. I like to be able to hear...

I hate it. Too loud. I like to be able to hear the birdies.
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
04-10-12, 10:21 PM
Replies: 1
Views: 370
Posted By tballx

I use one of these: ...

I use one of these:

http://www.rei.com/product/663796/park-chainmate-chain-scrubber

and these:

http://www.rei.com/product/546216/park-gearcleanr-brush

if I'm feeling lazy and don't want...
Forum: Pacific Northwest
03-11-12, 11:28 AM
Replies: 26
Views: 2,029
Posted By tballx

I'm doing it. First time. For those who have...

I'm doing it. First time. For those who have done it before, how are the headwinds on the ride? I hate those...
Forum: Pacific Northwest
02-12-12, 10:29 AM
Replies: 11
Views: 1,776
Posted By tballx

Drafting in the STP?

I'm planning to do the STP in one day this year. I've never done STP before. I'm only looking at an average speed of 14mph. Will drafting help? Has anyone done the one day version at this pace? ...
Forum: Advocacy & Safety
10-15-11, 01:02 PM
Replies: 27
Views: 1,369
Posted By tballx

Sick joke.

Sick joke.
Forum: Pacific Northwest
06-27-10, 09:20 AM
Replies: 2
Views: 806
Posted By tballx

Route from the Sammamish Trail to Duvall?

I've searched bikely and mapmyride but noting seems particularly good. Looking for a low traffic route from any point along the Sammamish River Trail to Duvall.
Forum: Commuting
12-24-09, 11:54 PM
Replies: 54
Views: 2,925
Posted By tballx

Tried many of the gloves mentioned above but...

Tried many of the gloves mentioned above but settled on these. (http://www.rei.com/product/792274)
They come with a liner and fit snugly with just the right amount of bulk so that my shifting with...
Forum: Commuting
11-08-09, 10:16 AM
Replies: 37
Views: 1,877
Posted By tballx

I find your ideas intriguing and would like to...

I find your ideas intriguing and would like to subscribe to your newsletter.
Forum: Commuting
11-01-09, 11:40 PM
Replies: 52
Views: 3,947
Posted By tballx

http://www.surveymonkey.com...

http://www.surveymonkey.com (http://www.surveymonkey.com/)
Forum: Commuting
10-24-09, 10:24 AM
Replies: 59
Views: 20,743
Posted By tballx

Yikes! ALREADY GONE - 1 pair of Endura Strike...

Yikes! ALREADY GONE - 1 pair of Endura Strike Gloves. Size medium. Just a little too small. Good for a guy about 5'7" or 5'8" with average sized hands. Here's a link...
Forum: Commuting
10-17-09, 09:49 AM
Replies: 28
Views: 1,812
Posted By tballx

Instead of baby wipes, I use an 8 oz bottle...

Instead of baby wipes, I use an 8 oz bottle filled with 1 part witch hazel, 1 part wintergreen alcohol and 2 parts water. When I arrive I hit the bathroom stall and spray off until the entire bottle...
Forum: Commuting
10-02-09, 11:18 PM
Replies: 32
Views: 1,777
Posted By tballx

Where can I send my resume?

Where can I send my resume?
Forum: Commuting
09-20-09, 06:14 PM
Replies: 77
Views: 5,281
Posted By tballx

This light...

This light (http://ecom1.planetbike.com/3019.html) comes with arm straps. I wear one on each arm pointed to the side. No problem.
Forum: Commuting
09-12-09, 08:37 PM
Replies: 48
Views: 2,781
Posted By tballx

The Lake MXZ 302's rock. I have a pair. Pricey...

The Lake MXZ 302's rock. I have a pair. Pricey but much lighter than they look with excellent weather proofing.
Forum: Commuting
09-05-09, 09:58 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 531
Posted By tballx

I understand the ride criticisms for the...

I understand the ride criticisms for the armadillos. I hit a fair amount of broken glass on my route. Can't really control that. These tires allow me to do that flat free. Worth it in my opinion.
Forum: Commuting
09-05-09, 06:00 PM
Replies: 31
Views: 1,930
Posted By tballx

Saucy but never ostentatious.

Saucy but never ostentatious.
Forum: Pacific Northwest
09-05-09, 09:35 AM
Replies: 22
Views: 2,419
Posted By tballx

Totally valid point re the bike lanes. Drivers...

Totally valid point re the bike lanes. Drivers now have remarked to me that things must be better having lanes and some sharrows in Seattle. What a joke. Fix the roads so that I can actually roll...
Forum: Pacific Northwest
09-05-09, 09:27 AM
Replies: 8
Views: 1,024
Posted By tballx

I have the size large. These are the eVent ones...

I have the size large. These are the eVent ones right? I did lose the weight;) They are a little big on me now. They retail for like $200. IMO the eVent fabric rocks and so do these pants. Well...
Forum: Pacific Northwest
08-16-09, 01:02 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 780
Posted By tballx

I agree with the comments that investments in...

I agree with the comments that investments in better bike infrastructure would be wiser than a bike sharing service. I can see the value of a service in a small dense corridor in Seattle such as...
Forum: Commuting
08-12-09, 09:18 PM
Replies: 54
Views: 5,496
Posted By tballx

Sweet. My wife just bought a Breezer Uptown from...

Sweet. My wife just bought a Breezer Uptown from Counterbalance. They seem very commuter friendly.
Forum: Commuting
08-12-09, 04:29 PM
Replies: 49
Views: 2,253
Posted By tballx

Exactly right. :thumb:

Exactly right. :thumb:
Forum: Commuting
08-12-09, 10:31 AM
Replies: 54
Views: 2,215
Posted By tballx

I'm fortunate enough to have a car sharing...

I'm fortunate enough to have a car sharing service right next to my work place as well as a metro transit center with plenty of buses. I can understand how this can be frustrating for a lot of folks.
Forum: Commuting
08-12-09, 10:26 AM
Replies: 69
Views: 9,632
Posted By tballx

Unless you weigh 165lbs or less, you don't need...

Unless you weigh 165lbs or less, you don't need to spend that kind of money to get faster. If you recreate in Manhattan, sounds like you can afford it. The Taiwanese thank you.
Forum: Commuting
08-12-09, 10:16 AM
Replies: 54
Views: 5,496
Posted By tballx

Exactly. I just wonder how many flat bar "city"...

Exactly. I just wonder how many flat bar "city" bike riders start out like I did thinking "This is great!" then 6 months later think "Hey! I really only have one usable hand position! I'm...
Forum: Commuting
08-12-09, 10:05 AM
Replies: 54
Views: 5,496
Posted By tballx

Yeah. Sucks to be me. The Baron is...

Yeah. Sucks to be me.



The Baron is awesome. It does appear to have rear rack mounts. I love this quote from the web site.

"If we sell you this frame - you better do it justice and put...
Forum: Commuting
08-10-09, 10:07 PM
Replies: 54
Views: 5,496
Posted By tballx

Couldn't agree more. I really like Kona but why...

Couldn't agree more. I really like Kona but why can't someone make a 12/27 cassette, 105/ultegra drive train, 36/46 crankset, steel framed, disc braked, Open Sport or Aksium wheeled, fender...
Forum: Commuting
08-10-09, 09:30 PM
Replies: 91
Views: 4,679
Posted By tballx

I've lost 40 pounds over the last year. I'm 42. ...

I've lost 40 pounds over the last year. I'm 42. I only ride 60-80 miles per week. I also started lifting weights again to build lean body mass and increase my daily calorie requirements. ...
Forum: Pacific Northwest
08-10-09, 09:14 PM
Replies: 14
Views: 955
Posted By tballx

Words of wisdom. This should be on a sign every...

Words of wisdom. This should be on a sign every 100 yards on said MUPs.
Forum: Commuting
08-02-09, 03:54 PM
Replies: 16
Views: 1,515
Posted By tballx

List your terrain, weight, height, climate, range...

List your terrain, weight, height, climate, range of trip lengths you'd like the bike to travel and purpose of the trips (you said commuting. i get it. what else?), road conditions on your route,...
Forum: Pacific Northwest
07-23-09, 09:55 PM
Replies: 30
Views: 2,129
Posted By tballx

Glad ur ok bro. Welcome to ur 15 minutes of...

Glad ur ok bro. Welcome to ur 15 minutes of fame. Use it well.
Forum: Commuting
07-18-09, 07:39 PM
Replies: 77
Views: 4,142
Posted By tballx

Amen Brother. Hate on!

Amen Brother. Hate on!
Forum: Pacific Northwest
04-09-09, 11:21 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 791
Posted By tballx

In August, winds are generally out of the North.

In August, winds are generally out of the North.
Forum: Commuting
03-23-09, 11:29 PM
Replies: 27
Views: 1,899
Posted By tballx

Where can I send my resume?

Where can I send my resume?
Forum: Commuting
02-14-09, 10:51 PM
Replies: 25
Views: 1,813
Posted By tballx

Couldn't agree more. Save up if you need to but...

Couldn't agree more. Save up if you need to but buy the best quality gear you can afford. I have more crap laying around in my "broke" pile that most landfills.
Forum: Commuting
02-03-09, 12:09 AM
Replies: 13
Views: 1,354
Posted By tballx

Brifters and an Alfine hub on a road bike

Thought this (http://www.bikecommuters.com/2009/01/30/dynamics-synergy-road-bike-first-look/)was pretty cool. Can't wait to see it up close. Apologies if it's been mentioned. Couldn't see a...
Forum: Commuting
01-28-09, 11:16 PM
Replies: 14
Views: 881
Posted By tballx

Good luck finding any local. I had to go with...

Good luck finding any local. I had to go with wiggle.co.uk. They ship worldwide and with the British pound collapsing, the price was awesome. It about evens out with the higher cost of shipping...
Forum: Commuting
01-25-09, 08:45 PM
Replies: 14
Views: 881
Posted By tballx

I have the Sonoma's and the Lake MXZ302. I'm...

I have the Sonoma's and the Lake MXZ302. I'm kind of in your frame of mind now and looking for something in a 3 season shoe. What I've found that would work so far is the Northwave Celsius and the...
Forum: Commuting
01-17-09, 10:27 PM
Replies: 24
Views: 2,991
Posted By tballx

I live in much rain. I applied this ...

I live in much rain. I applied this (http://www.bergsskishop.com/nikwax/tent-waterproofing-gear-waterproofing-p4988c2356.html)liberally. It works well.
Forum: Winter Cycling
01-17-09, 10:11 PM
Replies: 111
Views: 6,674
Posted By tballx

Cars sliding at me.

Cars sliding at me.
Forum: Winter Cycling
01-17-09, 10:08 PM
Replies: 58
Views: 5,160
Posted By tballx

Sorry for the thread resurrection. My stitching...

Sorry for the thread resurrection. My stitching just failed too. Contacted Lake. They wouldn't cover shipping though they'll fix the boots. I'm out $20 and a 4 week wait. All this for only $250!...
Forum: Commuting
01-02-09, 11:39 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 895
Posted By tballx

I had higher expectations for the Marathon...

I had higher expectations for the Marathon Winters during our recent unusual pounding of snow. I'll admit I wasn't being realistic. I now view them as something to get me home if I get caught in an...
Forum: Pacific Northwest
01-02-09, 11:14 PM
Replies: 80
Views: 3,497
Posted By tballx

Yay! After 2 weeks of indoor exercise I can...

Yay! After 2 weeks of indoor exercise I can finally ride to work again. Feels good to be back out in the world. I missed those "you're crazy for riding in 34 degree weather" looks.
Forum: Pacific Northwest
01-02-09, 11:07 PM
Replies: 25
Views: 1,347
Posted By tballx

A stairmaster and weight lifting will do wonders.

A stairmaster and weight lifting will do wonders.
Forum: Pacific Northwest
01-02-09, 11:06 PM
Replies: 64
Views: 4,248
Posted By tballx

FWIW, I agree with pretty much everything you...

FWIW, I agree with pretty much everything you typed. Just trying to balance things out.
Forum: Pacific Northwest
12-16-08, 11:08 PM
Replies: 80
Views: 3,497
Posted By tballx

Damn it! I just can't bring myself to ride the 9...

Damn it! I just can't bring myself to ride the 9 miles to work in the dark with black ice and sliding cars. I took the bike out for a spin on Sunday after the snow stopped and was almost hit 3...
Forum: Commuting
12-07-08, 08:54 PM
Replies: 21
Views: 1,109
Posted By tballx

My curiosity has overwhelmed me. I ordered the...

My curiosity has overwhelmed me. I ordered the just the the flashlight in Uke's post and I'm going to compare it to my 200L. Maybe I'll take some photos. If it works out, I may get all the rest of...
Forum: Pacific Northwest
12-07-08, 08:44 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 612
Posted By tballx

Best shop in North King/South Snohomish County?

I've had spotty service from a few shops up here and what seem like pretty limited sources. Am I stuck going to Seattle? Is there a hidden gem I don't know about? Thanks.
Forum: Pacific Northwest
12-07-08, 08:32 PM
Replies: 26
Views: 1,297
Posted By tballx

The guy is an ass..Read a few more of his columns...

The guy is an ass..Read a few more of his columns and prepare to be underwhelmed.
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