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Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
12-13-23, 08:59 PM
Replies: 28
Views: 1,125
Posted By sweeks

A lower standard of reliability for a commuter...

A lower standard of reliability for a commuter bike? That seems... backwards to me.
I'm a dentist who commutes by bike. I want my commuter bike to be darned near bullet-proof. On a recreational...
Forum: Commuting
11-24-23, 09:01 AM
Replies: 12
Views: 757
Posted By sweeks

Ten or fifteen years ago, I had a routine: the...

Ten or fifteen years ago, I had a routine: the studs would go on over the Thanksgiving weekend and they'd come off on the Ides of March. Any snow outside those limits would usually be manageable with...
Forum: Commuting
09-26-23, 12:55 PM
Replies: 69
Views: 6,657
Posted By szachariah

I just started my second set of Schwalbe Marathon...

I just started my second set of Schwalbe Marathon Plus (700x32) on a Specialized Sirrus 2.0. The first set got me 5,000+ relatively puncture-free, street-only, commute miles in rainy, hilly Seattle....
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
09-26-23, 10:27 AM
Replies: 82
Views: 3,265
Posted By icemilkcoffee

This type of visual inspection will likely only...

This type of visual inspection will likely only catch the obvious cases. What really needs to happen is to clamp the steel axle in a vice, tighten a threaded rod into the pedal hole, and then...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
09-20-23, 10:40 AM
Replies: 113
Views: 4,466
Posted By Rick_D

Have been getting acquainted with my newest bike,...

Have been getting acquainted with my newest bike, one with also my first e-shifting--a 1X12 that upshifts on the right and down, on the left. Put in quite a few consecutive rides.

Then last...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
09-20-23, 10:03 AM
Replies: 113
Views: 4,466
Posted By indyfabz

Muscle memory. Like when a cashier hands me a...

Muscle memory. Like when a cashier hands me a receipt 5 seconds after I have said I don’t need one.

If I’ve been riding my touring bike with bar ends for a while and then get on my road bike with...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
09-20-23, 06:29 AM
Replies: 113
Views: 4,466
Posted By rsbob

I ride a modern bike Spring/Summer/Fall and a...

I ride a modern bike Spring/Summer/Fall and a vintage over the winter (with fenders) with downtube shifters. Am amazed when I switch after the seasons is done that I consistently reach for the wrong...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
09-14-23, 01:49 PM
Replies: 113
Views: 4,466
Posted By fredlord

Whenever I am forced to ride on a busy road with...

Whenever I am forced to ride on a busy road with lots of noisy traffic I invariably burst into song, but I make up my own rude lyrics. The noisier the traffic, the bluer the lyrics.
Forum: Commuting
08-18-23, 08:02 PM
Replies: 15,695
Views: 12,385,905
Posted By macattack71

Snapped a picture today at work. I love these...

Snapped a picture today at work. I love these stands, my work bought us a couple to use. Next purchase will be some better wheels that can handle the abuse....
Forum: Pills and Ills
08-10-23, 04:47 AM
Replies: 8
Views: 685
Posted By boozergut

You must be a brother from another mother as I've...

You must be a brother from another mother as I've given up hunting as well.
Forum: Pills and Ills
08-09-23, 12:05 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 685
Posted By zandoval

Water, Water, Water... Fill up a 2 liter jug in...

Water, Water, Water... Fill up a 2 liter jug in the AM and make sure its empty before you go to bed. You will need that in addition to what ever water you are using in your rides or work. Many times...
Forum: Fifty Plus (50+)
08-09-23, 11:32 AM
Replies: 134
Views: 11,044
Posted By CyclingBK

I’ve been doing all bodyweight at home. No...

I’ve been doing all bodyweight at home. No barbells or dumbbells, just a weighted vest and pull-up bar.

I have it down to 12 minutes, 3-4 days a week. It’s so fast and relatively easy, I pretty...
Forum: Pills and Ills
08-09-23, 11:02 AM
Replies: 8
Views: 685
Posted By boozergut

Interesting, I was an all grain brewer for years...

Interesting, I was an all grain brewer for years as well. Still need to get rid of a lot of equipment.
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
08-09-23, 06:43 AM
Replies: 14
Views: 773
Posted By smd4

It'll probably tighten the cable...

It'll probably tighten the cable...
Forum: Training & Nutrition
06-30-23, 09:28 AM
Replies: 23
Views: 1,828
Posted By nomadmax

I do 3 sets of all the way down squats 3 times a...

I do 3 sets of all the way down squats 3 times a week. As well as cross leg squats to the ground and then back to standing while keeping my feet in position.

how to stand from a cross legged...
Forum: Training & Nutrition
06-29-23, 09:12 PM
Replies: 23
Views: 1,828
Posted By jasoninohio

I like this posture for picking things up and the...

I like this posture for picking things up and the nice lower back stretch it gives, however I think my knees are going to call it one day sooner or later, they're not getting any less creaky with time
Forum: Commuting
06-28-23, 04:17 PM
Replies: 69
Views: 6,657
Posted By SOTA Hiker

I went with the regular Marathons. HS-420

I went with the regular Marathons. HS-420
Forum: Commuting
04-11-23, 09:56 AM
Replies: 78
Views: 10,434
Posted By nick_a

I'm in a similar boat with swept bars, although a...

I'm in a similar boat with swept bars, although a slightly shorter commute at 26 miles RT.

I am also lucky to enjoy a scenic commute, and am in no rush to get to work (when I leave on time).
Forum: Commuting
04-11-23, 08:12 AM
Replies: 78
Views: 10,434
Posted By Smokinapankake

Just to add my .02 - My commute is 35 miles RT,...

Just to add my .02 - My commute is 35 miles RT, mostly flat, through farmland and suburban neighborhoods. It usually takes me about 1:05 to get in to work, 1:15 to get home. I don't particularly...
Forum: Commuting
04-03-23, 03:50 PM
Replies: 78
Views: 10,434
Posted By Darth Lefty

I try drop bars from time to time. Not right now...

I try drop bars from time to time. Not right now though. They are definitely way more aero and position you to extract power. The reason you need so many hand positions is they all suck.
Forum: Pills and Ills
04-28-22, 09:29 AM
Replies: 18
Views: 2,470
Posted By boozergut

Im on a one year no beer (or any other EtOH)...

Im on a one year no beer (or any other EtOH) challenge. I started trying to eat 7 fruit and veg servings a day. No more flare ups have occurred, not even that slight pain in the big toe joint that...
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