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Rides like a dream for less than a set of wheels. Got the ortlieb pannier for $28 on sierra trader.
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We'll try this again. Hopefully it'll work this time.
Forgot to mention I also added some Biiokork grips.
Forgot to mention I also added some Biiokork grips.
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Newest commuting addition! Charge Plug Sora
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Hot summer days warrant different tools...
Especially when most of the commute is dirt, gravel, and trail.
Especially when most of the commute is dirt, gravel, and trail.
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I pass an older gent (must be in his 60's) every morning on the way to work on a cruiser. he's not getting anywhere quickly, but it's sturdy AF and seemingly as reliable. Big basket on the front and everything.
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Completed my first commute yesterday in the wind and rain via Ferry.
Absolutely loved it.
Give myself a rest today though as I'm struggling to walk...
Absolutely loved it.
Give myself a rest today though as I'm struggling to walk...
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Wow your first day was a trial by fire (or rather the opposite)! Sounds like a blast though, keep at it, your body will adapt quickly (probably within a few weeks). Enjoy the commute, riding a ferry sounds like a great daily commute!
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Still learning the gears however as I'm pretty sure I'm killing myself on flat terrain.
Nothing better than fresh sea air to start your morning, is there?
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My new N+1
My new ride. Just picked it up today. It's a Norco Threshold A3 with Sora. It's heavier than my Bianchi, which has cantilever brakes. But I recently crashed that one; not that there's anything wrong/damaged on it; just brings back some traumatic memories. At least that's the story I tell my wife.
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Not sure if I'm going to put fenders on it yet.
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Not sure if I'm going to put fenders on it yet.
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Hand-me-down from a friend, who used it as his commute bike when he lived in San Francisco. Now he's into racing and even completed the Kona Ironman.
I don't know much about Nishiki Sport bikes but I think it's one from the 80's. A bit big for me so I keep the saddle down pretty low.
One month into a 6.5 mi each way commute. Been rewarding so far.
I don't know much about Nishiki Sport bikes but I think it's one from the 80's. A bit big for me so I keep the saddle down pretty low.
One month into a 6.5 mi each way commute. Been rewarding so far.
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New here.
Hi.
Just getting acquainted with this bike I picked up a few weeks ago.
So far I feel I've learned a lot from just riding it and seeing how things work.
I've never been into bikes before so I know almost nothing besides how to ride and how many wheels are typical.
So learning a lot is easy!
It's been fun learning here and seeing all the pix of different styles, etc.
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Steel Box/ Aluminum frame
Hi.
Just getting acquainted with this bike I picked up a few weeks ago.
So far I feel I've learned a lot from just riding it and seeing how things work.
I've never been into bikes before so I know almost nothing besides how to ride and how many wheels are typical.
So learning a lot is easy!
It's been fun learning here and seeing all the pix of different styles, etc.
Mid-Century Industrial Camouflage
Steel Box/ Aluminum frame
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Neat bike! That top tube looks like you could use it for a rocket launcher.
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@ShadowBoxer that looks like a Van Moof. We have a few of those in my neighborhood. Show the pictures of the built in lights.
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Seriously, Google it. After all this time we've known each other, I wouldn't lie to you.
OR what I would like to call a very weak and feeble Photon Propulsion at the back and a very feeble and weak Laser at the front.
AKA: A headlight and a taillight.
@ShadowBoxer that looks like a Van Moof. We have a few of those in my neighborhood. Show the pictures of the built in lights.
I made a video of the bike as I'm riding it (one handed! Yes, I do my own stunts) for my YouTube channel review (not finished yet), but I've not taken any pictures of them.
Here are some pix from the CraigsList ad:
This version/ model also has a built-in, integrated Abus chain lock. I always thought that was cool but I'm actually surprised at how practical and useful it's been.
I am a bit of an industrial design fan and the more I live and ride with this bike, the more I appreciate it.
There are many detail points that I like, but in general I just like the way it looks with it's very clean and practical lines and finish.
Maybe you guys can help answer a question I've been working on;
I want to get a secondary lock for it. I want to get an Abus lock.
1) I could get an Abus frame lock; secures and immobilizes the rear wheel.
It will be fixed to the frame and is the least intrusive from a visual/ design perspective. Keeps the visuals as clean as possible.
2) I could get an Abus Granite X U-lock. One of the toughest U-locks around.
These U-locks and the built-in chain lock both have the same super-duper lock/ tumbler.
Abus will make one of these that will match my current key if I want (+$10-15 I think, no big deal. The frame locks do not have the same keys so a match is impossible). So I would have a bigger, tougher and more intrusive U-lock (hanging off a bracket in the middle of the frame I suppose) but with the same key for both.
More busy visually, but a gnarlier lock and one key that fits both the chain and the U-lock.
Any opinions on that? What would you do?
Thanks for your help and experience.
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It wouldn't be cheap, but you could have a metalworker make a triangular hoop for a U-Lock, so it has the same dimensions as the smaller triangle on the frame.
It's certainly a cool looking bike.
It's certainly a cool looking bike.
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My new commuter/ fun bike "manbearpig". Serially, a specialized Diverge Expert x1 with force 1x11 drivetrain. Most of my commute (60-90% of my 30_ mi commute is on trails). Took it out for a 27 mi test spin today. Very nice. Got plug and play fenders for it I will eventually install.
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You mean the triangle up by the head tube? Thanks for that idea.
That's a great one that I probably would never have thought of.
I ordered a rear rack from the company.
They are taking their sweet time getting it to me but when it shows up I'll re-evaluate where I could put the U-lock.
If it fits under the rack for example, that might be a good place and not cluttering up the bike too much. We'll see when everything gets here and I get it all together. I have not bought either lock. The U-lock is about 3x more expensive than the frame lock.
Thanks again.
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My 08 Aurora. Previous owner switched out several parts. Not even sure what's original and what's not. Very comfortable ride though. Gets around 20 miles a day.
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An older Specialized Hardrock (2000) MTB changed to a "do-it-all" bike. Been a lot of fun/satisfaction building this up and takes me wherever i want to go