Bike Garage owners, Why do you need two Bikes?
08-29-10, 10:14 AM
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I don't need no stinkin logic.
My philosophy is that one should have a bike of every material. Steel, aluminum, carbon, ti, bamboo, hardwood, magnesium you get the picture
My philosophy is that one should have a bike of every material. Steel, aluminum, carbon, ti, bamboo, hardwood, magnesium you get the picture
08-29-10, 10:15 AM
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08-29-10, 10:29 AM
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I'm a C&V collector. I typically have over 50 bikes at any one time. Most are flippers, a few are rare like the Woodrup, Nishiki Medalist, 94 Bridgestone MB4 and the elevated chain stay, Nisihki Ariel MTB. Others are my riders. But to answer the OPs question, I don't keep any in the garage. I live in the south and have a daylight basement.
Why do I need them? Cause it's cheaper than medication for obsessive, compulsive behavior.
Why do I need them? Cause it's cheaper than medication for obsessive, compulsive behavior.
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08-29-10, 10:39 AM
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You can't argue with science.
There is a mathmetical formula for the optimum number of bikes. The formula is n+1 in which n= the number of bikes that you own now.
There is a mathmetical formula for the optimum number of bikes. The formula is n+1 in which n= the number of bikes that you own now.
08-29-10, 10:44 AM
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To add to all the good reasons already mentioned: Having a bike to swap parts when looking for that mysterious noise is most handy. A good supply of spare parts is nearly as good, but not as much fun.
Oh, and Retro - I like n + n better. Life is like a chess match, you need to think several moves ahead.
Oh, and Retro - I like n + n better. Life is like a chess match, you need to think several moves ahead.
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08-29-10, 10:54 AM
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08-29-10, 10:56 AM
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1) 40+ mile RT commutes
2) Recreational rides that are at least 3 hrs long
3) Climbing with thousands of feet of gain, often with steep grades
Eff riding any of that on the wrong bike
08-29-10, 10:58 AM
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Just 2? I think I have at least 2 of every type of bike I have-- generally there's not much point to selling the old one, and it's nice to have a spare as a backup or to lend to someone who's in town without a ride.
08-29-10, 11:00 AM
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Space is another thing that you have to consider.
If you let a road bike and a mountain bike overnight together for long enough, it's only a matter of time and you'll find a hybrid also sharing your space.
If you let a road bike and a mountain bike overnight together for long enough, it's only a matter of time and you'll find a hybrid also sharing your space.
08-29-10, 11:21 AM
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I have two CF framed racing type bikes, a Pedal Force rs2 w/ full SRAM 2010 Force, Dura-ace wheels, ritchey pro stem, ritchey wcs sp. Other bike is a Tomasso Aggraziato full CF frame but with Shimano ultegra shifting, Dura-ace rd, neuvation wheels, token white cf stem.
Frame wise they are the same but components and geometry are different which makes for a different riding experience. The Tomasso is more comfy and quik while the Pedal Force is fast and twitchy. Love em both.need to get a Trek 2.3 for added spice.
Frame wise they are the same but components and geometry are different which makes for a different riding experience. The Tomasso is more comfy and quik while the Pedal Force is fast and twitchy. Love em both.need to get a Trek 2.3 for added spice.
08-29-10, 11:26 AM
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I have a 6 car garage, one bay is completely filled with bikes. That's the limit for a very rich (single) man. I wipe my bottom with cash.
08-29-10, 11:44 AM
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On a more serious note, do the new security features in the money enhance or detract from comfort?
08-29-10, 12:35 PM
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08-29-10, 01:51 PM
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I have two road bikes, one carbon and the other Titanium, geometry is similar but not identical.
I ride six days a week and average 220-250 miles per week. I got a second bike to vary the experience as it was getting a little boring riding the same bike day in day out. Now I take whichever one I fancy depending on my mood and the type of ride I'm doing.
I ride six days a week and average 220-250 miles per week. I got a second bike to vary the experience as it was getting a little boring riding the same bike day in day out. Now I take whichever one I fancy depending on my mood and the type of ride I'm doing.
08-29-10, 03:04 PM
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08-29-10, 03:05 PM
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Besides, as I have told my wife many times, a divorce would be far pricier for both of us than a couple of CF bikes a a pair of Zipps.
08-29-10, 05:10 PM
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some of us have pretty busy schedules. if i snap a chain or break a wheel, rd, fd, whatever and i only have a few hours to ride that i've been looking forward to, i want to grab another complete bike and ride, riding is therapeutic for me.
i'll fix the broken stuff when time allows, in the meantime, i'm still able to ride.
i'll fix the broken stuff when time allows, in the meantime, i'm still able to ride.
08-29-10, 05:30 PM
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Variety is the spice of life! It's a hobby, and it's fun to have a selection to choose from. Also, as mentioned, it's nice to have a backup.
08-29-10, 05:39 PM
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I have four road bikes and an MTB.
08-29-10, 05:45 PM
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- Titanium Road bike.
- Steel touring bike with ultra low gearing for dragging my 185 pounds up crazy-steep mtn roads.
- Aluminum mtn bike
And right now the front wheel of the touring bike is at Phil Wood, getting the hub rebuilt.
Also, I have been getting this crazy urge to buy a Calfee, so I would have a CF in my collection.
- Steel touring bike with ultra low gearing for dragging my 185 pounds up crazy-steep mtn roads.
- Aluminum mtn bike
And right now the front wheel of the touring bike is at Phil Wood, getting the hub rebuilt.
Also, I have been getting this crazy urge to buy a Calfee, so I would have a CF in my collection.
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08-29-10, 06:04 PM
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Racing makes a differnece. Crash your race bike on thursday night; Eiding your folder or hybrid in your "A" event on Sturday is not going to be a great option.
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08-29-10, 06:05 PM
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Both maek good tandems (Calfee and Paketa, albeit for different uses)
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