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Forum: General Cycling Discussion
11-11-21, 12:23 PM
Replies: 27
Views: 1,991
Posted By Miele Man

As another poster has said, you don't need metal...

As another poster has said, you don't need metal tire levers. Quality tire plastic levers such as Park, Pedros or VAR are quite sufficient for most bicycle tires.

I'd figure out a way to carry a...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
11-10-21, 08:29 AM
Replies: 27
Views: 1,991
Posted By Maelochs

I have had a cheap chain-breaker break while...

I have had a cheap chain-breaker break while trying to remove a damaged link .... and there are quick-link pliers which are also very sturdy tire levers.

As for the rest .... the trouble with...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
11-08-21, 07:47 PM
Replies: 82
Views: 5,040
Posted By wolfchild

Having two different types of valves gives...

Having two different types of valves gives cyclists an opportunity to have debates and arguments on bikeforums about which type of valve is better.
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
11-08-21, 06:10 PM
Replies: 82
Views: 5,040
Posted By JohnDThompson

Bike shops don't patch tubes because they'd have...

Bike shops don't patch tubes because they'd have to charge for the labor, which makes patching a tube cost more than simply replacing it. If you're doing the labor yourself, you can (as cyccommute...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
11-08-21, 07:09 AM
Replies: 82
Views: 5,040
Posted By Kapusta

There are two different valve types because three...

There are two different valve types because three would be too confusing.

The hole in the rim for Schrader is larger than for Presta, so in a pinch you can stick a presta tube in a Schrader rim to...
Forum: Fifty Plus (50+)
10-19-21, 10:26 PM
Replies: 27,131
Views: 3,120,612
Posted By Wildwood

The colors were crisp. The temp = 40’s ...

The colors were crisp. The temp = 40’s

https://cimg9.ibsrv.net/gimg/bikeforums.net-vbulletin/2000x1333/631fd6e5_0544_4e52_88a6_6b1a60fba713_a23dbf29bdd3b21e380c3729014ad887563ee112.jpeg
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
10-19-21, 07:06 AM
Replies: 23
Views: 1,083
Posted By indyfabz

Then see post #3, although seems like overkill...

Then see post #3, although seems like overkill for "envelopes." Even Amazon "envelopes." But since it sounds like you already have a rear rack, get one or two panniers, as suggested.
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
10-18-21, 07:24 PM
Replies: 23
Views: 1,083
Posted By obrentharris

Here's my bike for picking up the mail and...

Here's my bike for picking up the mail and groceries. Those saddle bags are known as "panniers."

https://photos.smugmug.com/Other/Bike-Rides/i-Vq7QJs9/0/76887467/XL/_DSC2130-XL.jpg
Brent
Forum: Fifty Plus (50+)
10-18-21, 07:08 PM
Replies: 27,131
Views: 3,120,612
Posted By JohnDThompson

40 miles on the fixed gear.

40 miles on the fixed gear.
Forum: Electronics, Lighting, & Gadgets
10-18-21, 04:15 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 485
Posted By Iride01

If your phone app gives you the information you...

If your phone app gives you the information you want, then use it. My only thing would be do you need to see it while riding?

I've never had a cell phone I can see decently in sunlight.

To a...
Forum: Fifty Plus (50+)
10-18-21, 06:33 AM
Replies: 27,131
Views: 3,120,612
Posted By Chickenwings

Nah I had a real hard time to start too an I...

Nah I had a real hard time to start too an I still can't keep up with the regulars here by a long shot. Geez look at Old Rail Fan there...epic! I will say this though, my wind is better now than...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
10-17-21, 09:24 AM
Replies: 35
Views: 1,395
Posted By CliffordK

My method, Locate problem area. It can be 1...

My method,
Locate problem area.
It can be 1 to a dozen spokes. Some people like to do 3 or 4 spokes at a time, but I grab a handful of spokes with the left hand and do them all.

I just go from...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
10-17-21, 08:49 AM
Replies: 35
Views: 1,395
Posted By base2

Ok. So you found 3 or 4 spots where it rubs. That...

Ok. So you found 3 or 4 spots where it rubs. That sounds about do-able. Your question whether or not to fix one before moving on to the next is a smart one. As was the suggestion to read a book on...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
10-15-21, 11:07 AM
Replies: 35
Views: 1,395
Posted By KCT1986

My reference to "lube" is whatever you may chose...

My reference to "lube" is whatever you may chose to apply. Most penetrating oil or similar, has some type of petroleum in it and can effect the adhesive of the rim tape.

My point is that not a...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
10-10-21, 10:53 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 492
Posted By MarcusT

For the oxidation, I've used water, baking soda,...

For the oxidation, I've used water, baking soda, scrubbed with aluminum foil. It's safe, requires some elbow grease and it works
Forum: Indoor & Stationary Cycling Forum
10-10-21, 10:15 PM
Replies: 14
Views: 2,071
Posted By jaxgtr

Used to have one and can confirm a solid option...

Used to have one and can confirm a solid option and worth a look. Take a look on Ebay, I sold mine there at a much reduced cost. Sometimes Wahoo will have refurbed versions at a discount as well.
Forum: Indoor & Stationary Cycling Forum
10-10-21, 06:32 PM
Replies: 14
Views: 2,071
Posted By Viich

The Wahoo Kickr Snap I think is as good as it...

The Wahoo Kickr Snap I think is as good as it gets for a wheel-on trainer. If you can afford it, it's a very good trainer experience, especially paired with something like Zwift ($) or RGT (free)
Forum: Fifty Plus (50+)
10-02-21, 03:59 PM
Replies: 29
Views: 3,808
Posted By Dudelsack

“It is better to discharge a patient then it is...

“It is better to discharge a patient then it is to discharge a defibrillator”.

—Book of Enoch 33.
Forum: Commuting
09-26-21, 12:45 PM
Replies: 51
Views: 16,107
Posted By 2manybikes

There are goggles made just for dogs. They are...

There are goggles made just for dogs. They are called doggles.

Google doggles. :) My dog found that he could push the bottom of the doggles down on the rim of the basket, and push them up to the...
Forum: Fifty Plus (50+)
09-26-21, 12:23 PM
Replies: 15
Views: 2,324
Posted By Iride01

Of course if the pain is constantly severe or...

Of course if the pain is constantly severe or anytime you move, then you might consider if you need to go to a doctor.

Usually though, it's likely something a lot of us our age have felt, and even...
Forum: Fifty Plus (50+)
09-26-21, 02:03 AM
Replies: 15
Views: 2,324
Posted By Lazyass

The skin covering your sit bones has to toughen...

The skin covering your sit bones has to toughen up, takes a few rides. If it gets to where it's almost starting to bleed then give it a rest for a couple of days. The reason people most don't use...
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