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03-14-24, 02:06 PM
Replies: 154
Views: 9,860
Posted By b88

Yes I agree with most of what you said. But the...

Yes I agree with most of what you said. But the problem here is a collision with my bike and a 4 yr old, all fingers point in my direction with extreme prejudice. So like it or not, I give way to the...
03-10-24, 01:47 PM
Replies: 17
Views: 744
Posted By b88

Blasted for legally riding on the road even though there’s a bike lane

Too many kids clogging the bike lane so I took the street. Among comes trouble maker, rolls his window down and starts yelling, why am I riding on the street being an idiot. So I shouted back, why...
04-11-23, 05:29 PM
Replies: 34
Views: 1,255
Posted By b88

You mean Silca Ultimate sealant and the Silca...

You mean Silca Ultimate sealant and the Silca refresher.

I have. It works ok. However the stuff is like super glue if it sprays on your clothing. Chances are you will not get it off. More sticky...
04-09-23, 07:22 PM
Replies: 155
Views: 6,147
Posted By b88

I should had made it more clear cleaning out the...

I should had made it more clear cleaning out the tires, I meant pulling the dried up crap off the beads. I'm even too lazy for that lol. Apologies.
04-09-23, 09:30 AM
Replies: 155
Views: 6,147
Posted By b88

Resigned to just using tubes this year instead of going tubeless

What a pain in the butt. Cleaning out the old sealant then getting the tire to stay inflated. Seating the tires is no issue with the fillmore tubeless valves. I stick the tires in a tub of water,...
10-24-22, 08:17 PM
Replies: 228
Views: 9,005
Posted By b88

Never seen this scenario before.

Never seen this scenario before.
Forum: Commuting
10-18-22, 09:09 PM
Replies: 60
Views: 4,502
Posted By b88

I cycle at the gym when they are no classes...

I cycle at the gym when they are no classes scheduled. Have the entire room to myself most of the time.
10-18-22, 12:24 PM
Replies: 1,258
Views: 53,181
Posted By b88

Interesting. DUI while biking is not an...

Interesting. DUI while biking is not an enforceable charge in Ontario or anywhere in Canada. Most ppl don't know this. According to torontodui.com. Unless u are riding an ebike with pedal assisted...
10-18-22, 12:03 AM
Replies: 34
Views: 1,886
Posted By b88

They look good enough for attacking dogs while...

They look good enough for attacking dogs while trying to outrun them. Do they wrap around completely.
10-16-22, 04:14 PM
Replies: 1,258
Views: 53,181
Posted By b88

Ya I should have made it more clear. I was...

Ya I should have made it more clear. I was confessing to my own. Apologies for the confusion. I did click on Like for a couple posts in this thread when members stated people are free to spend on...
10-15-22, 05:14 PM
Replies: 1,258
Views: 53,181
Posted By b88

That is funny! I was the one that complained...

That is funny! I was the one that complained about my waist. And behold, I weighed myself at the gym. I'm 3 lbs lighter but my waist grew. So that means you doing better than me.
10-12-22, 11:47 AM
Replies: 34
Views: 1,886
Posted By b88

I get your point. Looked online all night and...

I get your point. Looked online all night and most of the gaiters are not meant for cycling, Too bulky.
10-11-22, 07:16 PM
Replies: 34
Views: 1,886
Posted By b88

Next on the agenda, gaiters 👍🏻👍🏻

Next on the agenda, gaiters 👍🏻👍🏻
10-11-22, 12:59 PM
Replies: 34
Views: 1,886
Posted By b88

No, bottoms also. All the showers pass pants I...

No, bottoms also. All the showers pass pants I tried on they have long inseam. Do not work out for me. Other cycling water resistant pants are so tight in the ankles. I thought overshoes like the...
10-11-22, 11:47 AM
Replies: 34
Views: 1,886
Posted By b88

A windbreaker , base, and thermal. I wore that...

A windbreaker , base, and thermal. I wore that when it was 12C, never broke a sweat. Only my arms were a little sweaty.

It makes sense go this route. A waterproof, then which mid layer depending...
10-06-22, 01:09 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 441
Posted By b88

Showers Pass makes a new supposedly trim fitting...

Showers Pass makes a new supposedly trim fitting pair called Timberline pants. However I have yet to find any reviews on this.
10-06-22, 12:57 PM
Replies: 228
Views: 9,005
Posted By b88

Oh the entire road is the bike lane. :notamused:

Oh the entire road is the bike lane. :notamused:
10-04-22, 02:25 PM
Replies: 47
Views: 2,084
Posted By b88

I was actually scratching my head on this one. 😅 ...

I was actually scratching my head on this one. 😅
So that’s what she meant. 👍🏻
10-02-22, 06:14 AM
Replies: 228
Views: 9,005
Posted By b88

I’m never comfortable riding on the road. A...

I’m never comfortable riding on the road. A couple months ago here in TO, a police officer was handing out tickets to cyclists at a park running stop signs. Apparently the same police officer rolled...
09-28-22, 04:55 PM
Replies: 228
Views: 9,005
Posted By b88

Cos he rather be biking than driving. :lol: ...

Cos he rather be biking than driving. :lol:

I go out of my way to accommodate cyclists when I’m driving.
09-24-22, 11:04 AM
Replies: 26
Views: 1,742
Posted By b88

The problem is all the retailers and online...

The problem is all the retailers and online reviewers boasting about how warm all these cycling gloves are and what temps you can wear them at. Most of them will not even come close to the lowest...
09-23-22, 06:57 PM
Replies: 26
Views: 1,742
Posted By b88

I have bar mitts. Yes, they are quite effective...

I have bar mitts. Yes, they are quite effective in freezing temps. Can only fit my thinner gloves in them comfortably. Nothing against bar mitts but I prefer wearing gloves only.
09-22-22, 04:12 PM
Replies: 45
Views: 1,841
Posted By b88

I was riding in a bike lane. Approaching a slight...

I was riding in a bike lane. Approaching a slight hill I turned on my ebike motor to turbo mode. Then shortly after this e-scooter blew pass me like I was standing still. I believe at 25 km/hr my...
09-22-22, 02:25 PM
Replies: 26
Views: 1,742
Posted By b88

I ordered a medium to try for fit. Expensive but...

I ordered a medium to try for fit. Expensive but last winter I cut almost every ride short after 10 mins because my fingertips were freezing.
09-20-22, 05:20 PM
Replies: 228
Views: 9,005
Posted By b88

I ride those kinds of lanes every week. The...

I ride those kinds of lanes every week. The garmin radar still manages to pick up vehicles approaching from behind. Not the best thought out solution but better than nothing.

...
09-16-22, 03:13 PM
Replies: 1,258
Views: 53,181
Posted By b88

Ya they are. I gotta blame the clothes. lmao

Ya they are. I gotta blame the clothes. lmao
09-11-22, 10:48 AM
Replies: 1,258
Views: 53,181
Posted By b88

You could say that too cos it also cost quite a...

You could say that too cos it also cost quite a bit of money to get that bigger waist. lol
09-11-22, 08:33 AM
Replies: 30
Views: 1,077
Posted By b88

You can try Biotene. I have dry mouth all the...

You can try Biotene. I have dry mouth all the time, not just from cycling. That’s what doc recommended but I just keep drinking liquids.
09-11-22, 08:27 AM
Replies: 1,258
Views: 53,181
Posted By b88

Biggest waste is cycling specific clothing esp...

Biggest waste is cycling specific clothing esp bib short, road jerseys, etc. U gain a few extra pounds and nothing fits anymore. I spent enough to purchase another expensive bike.

Now I just wear ...
01-01-22, 11:10 AM
Replies: 32
Views: 5,337
Posted By b88

Which Keens are these?

Which Keens are these?
11-30-21, 11:23 PM
Replies: 32
Views: 5,337
Posted By b88

I believe the updated version is called...

I believe the updated version is called SnowTrekker now.
11-29-21, 08:27 PM
Replies: 32
Views: 5,337
Posted By b88

Purchased a pair of Uggs Felton winter boots...

Purchased a pair of Uggs Felton winter boots today. Use for double duty when off the bike. Quite roomy so I’ll wear with thick thermal wool socks. Need a little extra height so that I can tuck the...
11-24-21, 07:37 AM
Replies: 49
Views: 7,552
Posted By b88

The fancy cycling specific gloves I tried so far...

The fancy cycling specific gloves I tried so far do not work for temps approaching freezing, like the Estremo, Q36.5, Gore and Assos Ultraz winter gloves.
10-13-21, 07:43 PM
Replies: 33
Views: 4,110
Posted By b88

The cylinders certainly feel cold during winter...

The cylinders certainly feel cold during winter weather. I have sleeves but if you have an old tire tube, cut it into pieces. Then push the co2 cartridges into each one.
10-06-21, 04:01 PM
Replies: 64
Views: 5,318
Posted By b88

Uncomfortable for me is when you are standing and...

Uncomfortable for me is when you are standing and the shoulder/chest area is constricted until you get into an aggressive riding position.

Uncomfortable is stopping every 15 mins to pull your...
09-13-21, 07:10 PM
Replies: 38
Views: 2,445
Posted By b88

I carry CO2, dynaplugs of various sizes. I also...

I carry CO2, dynaplugs of various sizes. I also insert air-liners during cold weather season. In case of a catastrophic puncture, can still ride home.
07-27-20, 01:14 PM
Replies: 15
Views: 1,946
Posted By b88

I exercise by climbing hills. So much so both my...

I exercise by climbing hills. So much so both my knees swelled up like balloons. Now the only exercise I get is pressing the channel remote buttons.
05-19-20, 08:21 PM
Replies: 28
Views: 6,039
Posted By b88

Need to shave off 5 more lbs.

Need to shave off 5 more lbs.
08-10-19, 11:07 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 1,043
Posted By b88

Wheel lock for quick release

I have the pinhead skewers to replace my QR skewers. However I carry my bike in the back seat therefore always taking the front wheel off.
Is there something better I can use to lock the wheels but...
08-09-18, 11:01 PM
Replies: 71
Views: 58,154
Posted By b88

I purchased a 3D printed saddle mount and it's...

I purchased a 3D printed saddle mount and it's pretty secure on there.
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