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09-25-20, 09:54 AM
Replies: 48
Views: 3,826
Posted By cxwrench

My background is being a team mechanic. We wash...

My background is being a team mechanic. We wash bikes...all of them, race bikes, spare bikes, every day. Wash meaning lots of suds and most likely power washers. Degreaser on the drivetrain. They...
09-25-20, 05:42 AM
Replies: 48
Views: 3,826
Posted By a_d_a_m

I'm sure this is 1000% the wrong way to do it,...

I'm sure this is 1000% the wrong way to do it, but...I took my bike (racked to the car) through a quarter car wash after a particularly gross towpath ride where unexpected rain happened.
...
09-19-20, 02:10 PM
Replies: 17
Views: 1,116
Posted By Retro Grouch

I always tell people that it's better to use a...

I always tell people that it's better to use a $20. That way you are more likely to open up the tire and fix it properly after you get home.
09-16-20, 08:16 PM
Replies: 194
Views: 16,018
Posted By noglider

Since one person started it with a bad premise we...

Since one person started it with a bad premise we should all pile onto each other to finish it.
09-16-20, 06:22 PM
Replies: 194
Views: 16,018
Posted By noglider

Boy, people are really snippy here.

Boy, people are really snippy here.
09-15-20, 10:18 AM
Replies: 17
Views: 1,740
Posted By 70sSanO

I have no experience with the Trykit, but they...

I have no experience with the Trykit, but they may work. Personally I’m a little leery of an upright tricycle and cornering, especially at speed, but it may work.

Downside is not being able to...
09-15-20, 08:44 AM
Replies: 17
Views: 1,740
Posted By fietsbob

https://www.hpvelotechnik.com/en/recumbent-trikes-...

https://www.hpvelotechnik.com/en/recumbent-trikes-bikes/gekko-recumbent-trikes/gekko-fx-26-sporty-foldable-touring-trike-2/

... is another option.. ...
09-09-20, 02:51 PM
Replies: 123
Views: 9,770
Posted By cyccommute

The Dupont Chain Saver...and other wax based...

The Dupont Chain Saver...and other wax based chain lubricants...are only slightly different from hot wax. The carrier solvent in these kinds of lubricants serves to remove the old wax and for the...
09-09-20, 02:20 PM
Replies: 123
Views: 9,770
Posted By wingless

That DuPont Chain Saver...

That DuPont Chain Saver (http://www.performancelubricantsusa.com/files/DuP_InfoSheet_CHAIN%20SAVER_1511.pdf) appears to be a decent product, but is significantly different from hot wax.

The DuPont...
09-08-20, 01:40 PM
Replies: 76
Views: 8,308
Posted By livedarklions

Is "cleaning a drivetrain" what you kids call it...

Is "cleaning a drivetrain" what you kids call it these days?
09-08-20, 01:28 PM
Replies: 76
Views: 8,308
Posted By indyfabz

The entertainment potential of this thread is...

The entertainment potential of this thread is virtually limitless, yet people are still talking about someone's new jersey, underwear and cleaning a drivetrain. Come on, BF community! Step up!
09-08-20, 09:32 AM
Replies: 76
Views: 8,308
Posted By livedarklions

Did he wave?

Did he wave?
09-06-20, 04:08 PM
Replies: 123
Views: 9,770
Posted By Ferrouscious

80*F here, 45% humidity. tomorrow in the 90s, 60%...

80*F here, 45% humidity. tomorrow in the 90s, 60% humidity :/
09-06-20, 12:56 PM
Replies: 123
Views: 9,770
Posted By wingless

My thoughts exactly about trolling on forums.

My thoughts exactly about trolling on forums.
09-04-20, 09:46 PM
Replies: 48
Views: 3,942
Posted By woodcraft

For that you need one that says 'hockey pucking'.

For that you need one that says 'hockey pucking'.
09-04-20, 04:52 PM
Replies: 48
Views: 3,942
Posted By indyfabz

Definitely no wave from me.

Definitely no wave from me.
09-04-20, 03:28 PM
Replies: 123
Views: 9,770
Posted By SVTNate

Probably picking nits here, but dish soap can dry...

Probably picking nits here, but dish soap can dry out paint and clearcoats, a dedicated car wash soap is a better choice.

Apply to painted or clearcoated surfaces with a microfiber wash mitt or...
08-31-20, 07:45 PM
Replies: 31
Views: 2,381
Posted By DeadGrandpa

We are kindred spirits. We All are kindred...

We are kindred spirits. We All are kindred spirits. Ride on, and ride lots.
08-31-20, 07:27 PM
Replies: 31
Views: 2,381
Posted By DeadGrandpa

I will be 68 next month. Our (my fiancee and I)...

I will be 68 next month. Our (my fiancee and I) short rides are 42 miles these days. Our longish rides are 52+, but we do feel tired after back to back 50+ mile days. City riding is scary. Seek out...
08-31-20, 06:33 PM
Replies: 31
Views: 2,381
Posted By Troul

Jnco pants distract too much aero. Skinny jeans...

Jnco pants distract too much aero. Skinny jeans cuts thru that moist air.
08-31-20, 06:26 PM
Replies: 31
Views: 2,381
Posted By DeadGrandpa

It's time to get serious about bicycling. You...

It's time to get serious about bicycling. You seem to be a young person, so you have lots of upside (room for improvement). First, work towards doubling your mileage. Your butt will get used to it....
08-29-20, 01:34 PM
Replies: 164
Views: 16,853
Posted By I-Like-To-Bike

I imagine some of our "fashionable" comrades...

I imagine some of our "fashionable" comrades would refuse to drink (or would spit out) the world's best wine if was given to them wrapped in a brown paper bag from Walmart, and like it even less if...
08-29-20, 11:42 AM
Replies: 7
Views: 1,434
Posted By mr_bill

Just so you know, someone rides their bike to...

Just so you know, someone rides their bike to Berklee [not a mispeeling] with their contrabass.

We do it here and now.

-mr. bill
08-29-20, 10:51 AM
Replies: 7
Views: 1,434
Posted By closetbiker

Yup. And it wasn’t always that way there. They...

Yup. And it wasn’t always that way there. They decided that’s the way they wanted to go so they went there
08-29-20, 09:42 AM
Replies: 164
Views: 16,853
Posted By Monkey Face

FYI. Extortionate adjective 1. (of a...

FYI. Extortionate
adjective
1.
(of a price) much too high; exorbitant.

;)
08-29-20, 08:59 AM
Replies: 263
Views: 20,270
Posted By Homebrew01

Closed. Not much "General Cycling" content...

Closed. Not much "General Cycling" content recently.
08-28-20, 10:17 PM
Replies: 263
Views: 20,270
Posted By njkayaker

This is dumb. It's not like there aren't examples...

This is dumb. It's not like there aren't examples of other types of transmissions that "been known to lunch themselves in less than 50 thousand miles".
​​​​​​
This is dumb too. Who said that newer...
08-25-20, 03:52 PM
Replies: 164
Views: 16,853
Posted By hillyman

Because if your not wearing an expensive helmet...

Because if your not wearing an expensive helmet other cyclists won't wave at you
08-24-20, 01:16 PM
Replies: 94
Views: 8,214
Posted By Maelochs

Sir, I thank you sincerely for pointing this out....

Sir, I thank you sincerely for pointing this out.

I hadn't realized I was slipping.

I will reapply myself, rededicate myself----it is full Richard-Head mode from now on. Take No Prisoners!
08-23-20, 04:15 PM
Replies: 68
Views: 4,569
Posted By Troul

wait a second here. You mean to tell us that...

wait a second here. You mean to tell us that theres a supply shortage of things because of something going on globally? whoaaaaa...
08-23-20, 03:48 PM
Replies: 68
Views: 4,569
Posted By hillyman

Hadn't heard. Got my head stuck in a pannier...

Hadn't heard. Got my head stuck in a pannier months ago.
08-23-20, 03:44 PM
Replies: 68
Views: 4,569
Posted By Koyote

Narrator: "Unbeknownst to the OP, this has been...

Narrator: "Unbeknownst to the OP, this has been happening since March."
08-23-20, 03:41 PM
Replies: 68
Views: 4,569
Posted By shelbyfv

Breaking news, right here on BF:50:

Breaking news, right here on BF:50:
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