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Forum: General Cycling Discussion
06-08-24, 06:39 AM
Replies: 22
Views: 622
Posted By Maelochs

I don't think people are thinking it through. ...

I don't think people are thinking it through.

The e-bike rebate is almost unquestionably being pushed by e-bike manufacturers and importers, not to "green" the country but to boost sales. Whether...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
06-08-24, 06:16 AM
Replies: 71
Views: 1,788
Posted By Maelochs

Having mild OCD symptoms could easily make a...

Having mild OCD symptoms could easily make a person feel uncomfortable with a mismatched stem (spoken as a person who sometimes faces and fronts (moves all the product to the front row and even it...
Forum: Road Cycling
06-06-24, 09:15 PM
Replies: 107
Views: 2,480
Posted By Maelochs

Yeah, I am pretty sure that is an exaggeration or...

Yeah, I am pretty sure that is an exaggeration or even a fabrication. I don't see a court officer writing something like that in an official document (pretty sure there is no law specifically...
Forum: Road Cycling
06-06-24, 09:02 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 217
Posted By Maelochs

if you are rising for pleasure and don't enjoy it...

if you are rising for pleasure and don't enjoy it .....
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
06-06-24, 08:58 PM
Replies: 54
Views: 1,719
Posted By Maelochs

I am not sure it is meant to be an historic...

I am not sure it is meant to be an historic record of scientific veracity.

In fact, I think it might be what some people call "tongue in cheek."

I am sure the anecdotes about people's reactions...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
06-06-24, 08:35 PM
Replies: 22
Views: 622
Posted By Maelochs

I am not saying e-bike sales will stop ina few...

I am not saying e-bike sales will stop ina few years ... I just don't believe most people are going to be willing to ride e-bikes daily for transit and commutiing.

Basically, anyone who can get a...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
06-06-24, 11:56 AM
Replies: 22
Views: 622
Posted By Maelochs

Tax credits for e-bike manufacturers is a great...

Tax credits for e-bike manufacturers is a great idea---for e-bike manufacturers.

Problem is, when lot of poeole try e-bikes and get chasded off the sidewalks and realize that riding in traffic is...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
06-06-24, 11:31 AM
Replies: 71
Views: 1,788
Posted By Maelochs

I think the answer is clear ... use the stem, and...

I think the answer is clear ... use the stem, and add a pink-flamingo hood ornament atop it.
Forum: Advocacy & Safety
06-05-24, 02:31 PM
Replies: 106
Views: 3,230
Posted By Maelochs

How does one poster "provide cover" for another?...

How does one poster "provide cover" for another? ids he laying down suppressing fire? What are you even talking about..

I state my opinions, popular or not. Until I state them I often don't know...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
06-05-24, 01:16 PM
Replies: 25
Views: 872
Posted By Maelochs

I used to photograph a 12-hour race MTB locally...

I used to photograph a 12-hour race MTB locally that had a rigid SS class ... rigid frames and forks, single-speed, on a serious MTB course. No idea how they finished one lap, let alone 12 hours.
Forum: Road Cycling
06-04-24, 04:12 PM
Replies: 29
Views: 582
Posted By Maelochs

I get into Flow states all the time. I sit on the...

I get into Flow states all the time. I sit on the couch and bang, just like that, three hours have passed and I don't feel like I made any effort.
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
06-04-24, 04:08 PM
Replies: 25
Views: 713
Posted By Maelochs

Who stole my babby bolts??

Who stole my babby bolts??
Forum: Advocacy & Safety
06-04-24, 09:43 AM
Replies: 43
Views: 907
Posted By Maelochs

After a couple decades or more of urban/suburban...

After a couple decades or more of urban/suburban commuting/transit/utility riding --- the road is meant for ME, as well as all the rest of you. I will take the lane if the edge is unsafe. One stretch...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
06-04-24, 07:52 AM
Replies: 98
Views: 2,882
Posted By Maelochs

I try not to let petty stuff wind me up. Not...

I try not to let petty stuff wind me up.

Not suggesting this as a course for anyone else's life ......
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
06-04-24, 07:20 AM
Replies: 71
Views: 1,788
Posted By Maelochs

^ I think he is saying, "Who gives a flaming...

^ I think he is saying, "Who gives a flaming duck? Get off the internet, ride you r bike."

Pretty certain worrying over the decals on your bike is in the category of "wasting precious life...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
06-04-24, 07:18 AM
Replies: 98
Views: 2,882
Posted By Maelochs

Also .... unless you are a major stockholder int...

Also .... unless you are a major stockholder int he company ... who cares whether a certain tires is deemed better or worse by others? Each tire has its best use scenario, and since their needs are...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
06-04-24, 07:06 AM
Replies: 98
Views: 2,882
Posted By Maelochs

Flat-bar vs drop-bar makes no difference. Aero...

Flat-bar vs drop-bar makes no difference. Aero sure does and it is easier and more comfortable to stay aero on drop bars ..... a lighter bike makes very little difference unless you are climbing...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
06-04-24, 06:02 AM
Replies: 25
Views: 713
Posted By Maelochs

Not sure how one "bends" a cassette through any...

Not sure how one "bends" a cassette through any kind of normal riding.
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
06-03-24, 11:56 PM
Replies: 71
Views: 1,788
Posted By Maelochs

No, the mix-and-match wouldn't bother me. ...

No, the mix-and-match wouldn't bother me.

Most decals come off.

Most decals can be covered with paint or stickers.

Spend the money on a pair of "VegasJen Rules" stickers. Cover up that...
Forum: Road Cycling
06-03-24, 09:59 PM
Replies: 22
Views: 1,086
Posted By Maelochs

Long-time fan and user of Cygolite and...

Long-time fan and user of Cygolite and LightandMotion.... just got their Seca at a crazy sale price---overkill for road use but it is on my rain bike and in a thunderstorm nothing is overkill except...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
06-03-24, 09:51 PM
Replies: 53
Views: 1,387
Posted By Maelochs

Yeah, some people really push bike fittings. That...

Yeah, some people really push bike fittings. That is fine.

People have been riding bikes for a loooong time. Modern bike fitting is at most a couple decades old .... and the...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
06-03-24, 09:40 PM
Replies: 98
Views: 2,882
Posted By Maelochs

Dude ... chill a little. This is not combat. ...

Dude ... chill a little. This is not combat.

I understand what you have posted. I read all your posts. I am NOT OPPOSED to Any tire, wheel, frame, bike style .... I don't even care if you ride,...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
06-03-24, 04:22 PM
Replies: 98
Views: 2,882
Posted By Maelochs

There are different kinds of riders, and posters...

There are different kinds of riders, and posters and people.

Some posters really think that the only way to ride a bike is Fast. They will graciously allow other people to ride slowly, but do not...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
06-03-24, 03:41 PM
Replies: 53
Views: 1,387
Posted By Maelochs

Depends on the fitter. People doing bike fits are...

Depends on the fitter. People doing bike fits are people ... they have prejudices, they make mistakes, some think they know better ....

If a fitter won't work with you, don't do it. Talk to the...
Forum: Road Cycling
06-02-24, 03:58 PM
Replies: 47
Views: 1,130
Posted By Maelochs

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ureRuDvUuxU

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ureRuDvUuxU
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
06-02-24, 03:55 PM
Replies: 53
Views: 1,387
Posted By Maelochs

Never5 adjust the seat to fix other issues. ...

Never5 adjust the seat to fix other issues.

You should set your saddle height and fore-and-aft location depending on how you sit (how far forward you lean) and how efficiently you can pedal...
Forum: Road Cycling
06-02-24, 01:12 PM
Replies: 47
Views: 1,130
Posted By Maelochs

Well ... the best option, obviously, is to get...

Well ... the best option, obviously, is to get new wheels, get a new bike, and fix the old wheel.
Forum: Road Cycling
06-02-24, 01:11 PM
Replies: 35
Views: 767
Posted By Maelochs

For a long time I used soft, supple tires with...

For a long time I used soft, supple tires with Tuffy or Panaracer belts for puncture protection. Tire wear was still an issue (particularly in the rear) but flats, much less so.
Forum: Advocacy & Safety
06-02-24, 01:09 PM
Replies: 106
Views: 3,230
Posted By Maelochs

Only because you see this as a fight to win, and...

Only because you see this as a fight to win, and not as information to abosrb.

I didn't say I like riding MUPs, or that I fond them to be useful for bike transit ... but On a few occasions when...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
06-02-24, 01:00 PM
Replies: 41
Views: 1,252
Posted By Maelochs

I agree with you.

I agree with you.
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
06-02-24, 08:24 AM
Replies: 41
Views: 1,252
Posted By Maelochs

I don't see any reason to buy an "interim" or...

I don't see any reason to buy an "interim" or "transition" bike if the OP already knows he loves cycling. He already bought a "transition" bike, the “very used mountain bike.”

I am not anti-hybrid...
Forum: Advocacy & Safety
06-02-24, 06:57 AM
Replies: 106
Views: 3,230
Posted By Maelochs

I can ride at walking speed ... not even fast...

I can ride at walking speed ... not even fast walking speed.

What you say about pedestrians colliding is the real issue---some folks are so unaware (or inconsiderate, or impulsive) that even...
Forum: Road Cycling
06-02-24, 06:30 AM
Replies: 12
Views: 610
Posted By Maelochs

Never tried electronic shifting myself (purely...

Never tried electronic shifting myself (purely for budget reasons) but from what I hear it is quicker and smoother and far less demanding than mechanical.

Talked to a lot of riders who say they...
Forum: Road Cycling
06-01-24, 05:41 PM
Replies: 47
Views: 1,130
Posted By Maelochs

Cartridge bearings are the easiest to replace. ...

Cartridge bearings are the easiest to replace.

EditZ: Whoops, late to teh show.

Yeah, fix the existing wheel.

As for, "Is it time for a new bike?" There is no "later." There is no "other"...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
06-01-24, 02:02 PM
Replies: 41
Views: 1,252
Posted By Maelochs

Get any bike which fits really well and can...

Get any bike which fits really well and can handle tires 32-34 (or a little bigger.) Lots of modern "road bikes" now have clearance for what are no no longer considered "wide" tires.
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
06-01-24, 10:01 AM
Replies: 13
Views: 339
Posted By Maelochs

If the Kona is really a 40 cm frame and you are...

If the Kona is really a 40 cm frame and you are 6'2" then the Kona is Tiny. 49-cm frame is for 4'11"-5'2'' or something as a rule.

For $1000 .... go to all the major bike manufacturer websites...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
06-01-24, 09:41 AM
Replies: 37
Views: 986
Posted By Maelochs

You beat me with the pic but here is the link:...

You beat me with the pic but here is the link: https://ca.himiwaybike.com/products/electric-cargo-bike
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
05-31-24, 06:36 PM
Replies: 25
Views: 946
Posted By Maelochs

OldTryGuy, you are the most decent,...

OldTryGuy, you are the most decent, hardest-riding person with the worst karma I have ever *virtually) met.

Your ability to tolerate and endure is amazing.

I certainly hope the bad times are...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
05-31-24, 06:31 PM
Replies: 35
Views: 900
Posted By Maelochs

Two things .... a propertly built and tensioned,...

Two things .... a propertly built and tensioned, stress-tested a re-tensioned wheel is likely to go a very long time without going out of true or round no matter how much you weigh .... the "secret"...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
05-31-24, 11:12 AM
Replies: 98
Views: 2,882
Posted By Maelochs

If you have two wheelsets ... I wouldn't have...

If you have two wheelsets ... I wouldn't have one set up for only one or two seasons. Changing two tires every six months is not a huge hassle. Not much benefit to having two wheelsets if one is...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
05-31-24, 11:08 AM
Replies: 37
Views: 986
Posted By Maelochs

Since you have an e-bike .... you can roll onto...

Since you have an e-bike .... you can roll onto grass, and use the slightest bit of throttle to move you just fast enough that you can drag your feet (lowered seat) for balance .... and pretty soon...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
05-31-24, 04:25 AM
Replies: 37
Views: 986
Posted By Maelochs

You have the right attitude, so you will find the...

You have the right attitude, so you will find the answers you need. Eventually you will find riding as easy as it ever was.
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
05-30-24, 07:04 PM
Replies: 35
Views: 1,178
Posted By Maelochs

You win. I love a happy ending.

You win.

I love a happy ending.
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
05-30-24, 07:03 PM
Replies: 35
Views: 900
Posted By Maelochs

Anyway ... I thumb-test my tires. I know about...

Anyway ... I thumb-test my tires. I know about how much give yields how much flex, and when the tires will squirm in corners and all that ... . from repetition.

Whatever you were doing passed the...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
05-30-24, 06:54 PM
Replies: 35
Views: 900
Posted By Maelochs

How do you know the digital gauge is accurate? ...

How do you know the digital gauge is accurate?


:D
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
05-30-24, 06:53 PM
Replies: 35
Views: 900
Posted By Maelochs

Learning from one's mistakes is not something we...

Learning from one's mistakes is not something we do around here.

If you want o be one of the cool kids ... quit it.


:D
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
05-30-24, 09:53 AM
Replies: 30
Views: 1,378
Posted By Maelochs

Funny ... a lot of people buy the bike and ride...

Funny ... a lot of people buy the bike and ride the bike and never consider how the trail compares to other bikes, and just ride and love riding the bike.

Shouldn't there be some sort of law...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
05-30-24, 09:49 AM
Replies: 11
Views: 344
Posted By Maelochs

One of the old folks (by which I mean people...

One of the old folks (by which I mean people about my age or a little younger) who does leisurely cruises around the neighborhood rides an Electra Townie. Nice looking bike, well finished, and pretty...
Forum: Advocacy & Safety
05-30-24, 06:54 AM
Replies: 106
Views: 3,230
Posted By Maelochs

(a post from a known trouble-maker ... :D ) ...

(a post from a known trouble-maker ... :D )

MUPs were a bad idea to begin with.

A lot seem to have been designed to be both pedestrian recreation areas and also cyclist transit paths ... and...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
05-30-24, 06:39 AM
Replies: 11
Views: 344
Posted By Maelochs

First, go online and look at "hybrid" bikes or...

First, go online and look at "hybrid" bikes or whatever each manufacturer calls them--city bikes, whatever ..... get an idea what is out there. (Specialized calls them "Fitness and Hybrid" bikes...
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