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Forum: Advocacy & Safety
12-18-21, 10:07 AM
Replies: 49
Views: 3,417
Posted By gadgetadam

I have a Road ID and I pay the yearly fee. Along...

I have a Road ID and I pay the yearly fee. Along with my Road ID on my watch with my name, DOB, State, NKA, NKDA, Blood type, and organ donor I have a laminated card in my wallet next to my driver's...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
10-31-21, 06:28 AM
Replies: 151
Views: 9,659
Posted By gadgetadam

The OP doesn't know what they're talking about,...

The OP doesn't know what they're talking about, is encouraging riding in an unsafe way, encourages breaking laws, and more. The fact stands that riding against traffic is not safer at any time.
...
Forum: Electric Bikes
05-16-21, 07:42 AM
Replies: 34
Views: 19,435
Posted By gadgetadam

How about this? It holds the bikes on the top of...

How about this? It holds the bikes on the top of the rims.

MoTow Double eBike / Bicycle Carrier - MOTOW (motowus.com) (https://motowus.com/product/double-ebike-bike-carrier/)
...
Forum: Electronics, Lighting, & Gadgets
03-19-21, 08:12 AM
Replies: 2
Views: 5,142
Posted By gadgetadam

Wahoo Elemnt Roam sad battery face :-(

UPDATE: I think it's telling me the battery is too low to turn on. I don't think it's telling me the battery is bad. I don't know how to delete this thread as of now so please ignore it.

Anyone...
Forum: Electric Bikes
11-20-20, 09:48 AM
Replies: 12
Views: 5,683
Posted By gadgetadam

Yea, I didn't think my phone would take such...

Yea, I didn't think my phone would take such detailed videos so close to something. It was pretty interesting how the teeth are cut out differently and angled along with paper/cardboard fibers in the...
Forum: Electric Bikes
11-19-20, 05:52 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 5,683
Posted By gadgetadam

Doc_Wui It carries the chain but the position...

Doc_Wui
It carries the chain but the position of the sensor isn't at a position near the cassette where the chain is.

Blue is the 11 tooth cog
Red is the chain
Black is the sensor.

This...
Forum: Electric Bikes
11-19-20, 05:47 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 5,683
Posted By gadgetadam

andychrist I can pedal and use the throttle at...

andychrist
I can pedal and use the throttle at the same time but the amount of power isn't automatic based on my speed and torque.
Forum: Electric Bikes
11-19-20, 10:47 AM
Replies: 12
Views: 5,683
Posted By gadgetadam

Leisesturm and everyone else. Juiced Bikes got...

Leisesturm and everyone else. Juiced Bikes got back to me. They're sending me a new sensor AND washers. Either I'm a one off, part tolerance/manufacturing is off, or this is a known issue. It seems...
Forum: Electronics, Lighting, & Gadgets
11-18-20, 09:28 AM
Replies: 52
Views: 9,094
Posted By gadgetadam

I use a SoundLink Micro Bluetooth® speaker. I can...

I use a SoundLink Micro Bluetooth® speaker. I can attach it to many places on my bike or my backpack strap(on my chest). It's weatherproof, bluetooth, and can play/pause(i click)/go back to start of...
Forum: Electric Bikes
11-13-20, 09:44 AM
Replies: 12
Views: 5,683
Posted By gadgetadam

Moe Zhoost It's a Juiced Bikes CrossCurrent X....

Moe Zhoost
It's a Juiced Bikes CrossCurrent X.

This model does in fact have a cadence/torque sensor on the rear dropout. ...
Forum: Electric Bikes
11-12-20, 08:31 AM
Replies: 12
Views: 5,683
Posted By gadgetadam

Pedal assist stopped working on new ebike

I put 36 miles on my new ebike and the pedal assist stopped working. When I started to pedal yesterday the motor was intermittently engaging while I was accelerating while pedaling and after about 15...
Forum: Electric Bikes
11-06-20, 02:36 PM
Replies: 24
Views: 1,715
Posted By gadgetadam

With how much salt Michigan throws down that...

With how much salt Michigan throws down that becomes salt water my fat tire is the only bike that I ride in the winter. I try to rinse it down after each ride with a garden sprayer but that doesn't...
Forum: Electric Bikes
11-06-20, 12:08 PM
Replies: 24
Views: 1,715
Posted By gadgetadam

Darn it but thanks. I would have used it.

Darn it but thanks. I would have used it.
Forum: Electric Bikes
11-06-20, 11:07 AM
Replies: 24
Views: 1,715
Posted By gadgetadam

cat0020 1-I liked the Class 3 option. All...

cat0020
1-I liked the Class 3 option. All bikes I were finding in the $1,000 price range were Class 2 if not class 1.
2-The battery on the CrossCurrent X is one of the largest I've seen and I...
Forum: Electric Bikes
11-04-20, 03:28 PM
Replies: 24
Views: 1,715
Posted By gadgetadam

2old Thanks for taking the time to reply...

2old

Thanks for taking the time to reply everyone. I ended up going with a Juiced Bikes CrossCurrent X
(https://www.juicedbikes.com/products/crosscurrentx)

cat0020 I have a fat tire that I...
Forum: Electric Bikes
11-03-20, 12:25 PM
Replies: 24
Views: 1,715
Posted By gadgetadam

Complete rear-hub ebike or new bike with mid-drive conversion kit

1. Bike buying these days is difficult as not much is in stock than before. I hope during the winter people slow down buying bikes so I can get what I want!
2. Speaking of what I want I don't know...
Forum: Winter Cycling
01-08-16, 01:00 PM
Replies: 1,384
Views: 533,227
Posted By gadgetadam

Oh gosh I'm on an airplane now with WIFI. ...

Oh gosh I'm on an airplane now with WIFI. Portland Design. So far they've been good to me. I'm not sure how well they would hold up when riding in mud and such as I FEEL they are a tad flimsy.
Forum: Winter Cycling
01-05-16, 05:28 PM
Replies: 1,384
Views: 533,227
Posted By gadgetadam

Winter is usually spent in the basement on the...

Winter is usually spent in the basement on the trainer. Not from now on.

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Forum: Touring
09-11-15, 08:22 AM
Replies: 30
Views: 2,581
Posted By gadgetadam

I ended up using my road bike. I did this...

I ended up using my road bike. I did this because I've never done a multi-day ride and I didn't think it was a good plan to change multiple things while on the road for 5 days. Since I've had my...
Forum: Touring
08-21-15, 06:40 AM
Replies: 30
Views: 2,581
Posted By gadgetadam

Everyone here is offering good suggestions and...

Everyone here is offering good suggestions and advice. I read everyone's comments and I'm leaning toward using my road bike. I think I should do an unsupported 2-3 day trip on my touring bike...
Forum: Touring
08-18-15, 05:12 AM
Replies: 30
Views: 2,581
Posted By gadgetadam

Road bike or touring bike

Sorry if I'm posting this in the incorrect topic but I've never been on a multi-day tour and I'm preparing for my first one. I've learned a lot and I'm preparing for it but I had a question on what...
Forum: Touring
08-18-15, 05:07 AM
Replies: 11
Views: 1,207
Posted By gadgetadam

Thanks everyone. To answer some questions my...

Thanks everyone. To answer some questions my bags are about 21 inches wide on my bike. My handlebars are 24 inches wide. I also bought one of those fold up chairs for my trip and it's pretty...
Forum: Touring
08-13-15, 06:56 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 1,207
Posted By gadgetadam

width of gear

Hello everyone. I purchased a touring bicycle because I want to get into touring. I'm mostly a road bicyclist. My first tour will be supported where they carry 2 bags to your next overnight stop. ...
Forum: Touring
03-30-13, 10:30 AM
Replies: 8
Views: 850
Posted By gadgetadam

I can not post or reply to that moved thread. ...

I can not post or reply to that moved thread. When I click reply I get a new page with the message below.

I just created this new thread to say thanks to everyone that provided positive and...
Forum: Touring
03-30-13, 08:47 AM
Replies: 8
Views: 850
Posted By gadgetadam

Type of bag for a firearm(please no debates)on bicycle

I posted a question in this forum asking for suggestions for a type of bag to carry an item. Some felt to make it into a political argument thus the moderator moved the thread and closed it so even...
Forum: Road Cycling
11-24-12, 09:25 AM
Replies: 424
Views: 60,824
Posted By gadgetadam

How about video? ...

How about video?

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=6f6_FQX1p-E
Forum: Electronics, Lighting, & Gadgets
11-21-12, 07:45 AM
Replies: 10
Views: 12,140
Posted By gadgetadam

I've owned 3 Garmin devices in my lifetime. ...

I've owned 3 Garmin devices in my lifetime.
The first one was an eTrex Vista. Keeping it in the car in Texas made the rubber on the outside separate. Garmin took care of that for free. The...
Forum: Road Cycling
11-16-12, 12:35 PM
Replies: 60
Views: 3,911
Posted By gadgetadam

Good debates everyone. I live in Western...

Good debates everyone. I live in Western Michigan and when it starts getting cold it normally stays that way except for a few 60 degree days here and there. We've already had a little snow.
I...
Forum: Utility Cycling
11-15-12, 07:54 PM
Replies: 35
Views: 16,574
Posted By gadgetadam

When I lived in downtown Houston I did it all the...

When I lived in downtown Houston I did it all the time.

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Forum: Road Cycling
11-14-12, 04:12 PM
Replies: 60
Views: 3,911
Posted By gadgetadam

Thanks. I wish I would have known that before...

Thanks. I wish I would have known that before mucking up my rear tire. I thought I was doing good in keeping in shape over the winter. I guess I didn't think of everything or research enough. I...
Forum: Road Cycling
11-14-12, 03:48 PM
Replies: 60
Views: 3,911
Posted By gadgetadam

Rear tire wearing fast (Trainer?)

I noticed today that my rear tire is flattened and no longer rounded where it touches the pavement/trainer. I started using a trainer just 2 months ago and my tires (Vittoria Diamante Pro-Radiale)...
Forum: Road Cycling
10-19-12, 08:19 AM
Replies: 46
Views: 2,197
Posted By gadgetadam

I enjoy riding in the wind. Some of my most...

I enjoy riding in the wind. Some of my most enjoyable rides were in winds 20-30 MPH with gusts up to 40 MPH. I've learned to expect the wind hitting me from the side when approaching parts of the...
Forum: Road Cycling
09-20-12, 06:58 AM
Replies: 22
Views: 7,481
Posted By gadgetadam

I would suggest looking at Velocity cages. You...

I would suggest looking at Velocity cages. You can slide them up or down. I'm 5'4" and have a "small" frame but I can carry two full size bottles. You still have to tilt them a little to get them...
Forum: Road Cycling
08-24-12, 09:18 AM
Replies: 8
Views: 1,415
Posted By gadgetadam

ericm979 Right. Replacing a worn part is not...

ericm979
Right. Replacing a worn part is not an upgrade but when the specs change from what it was I consider it a perfect time to upgarde because I have to. I've found out when you change...
Forum: Road Cycling
08-24-12, 07:28 AM
Replies: 8
Views: 1,415
Posted By gadgetadam

11x25 to 11x28 SRAM Rival?

I'm thinking about upgrading my cassette from an 11x25 to a 11x28 because one of my cogs is wore down.

I have 2008 SRAM Rival group and was wondering if that would work with my current rear...
Forum: Road Cycling
05-30-12, 06:34 AM
Replies: 124
Views: 7,085
Posted By gadgetadam

At first I thought you were talking about me but...

At first I thought you were talking about me but I live north of you and I don't have aero bars. My stem is positive because I find it more comfortable that way. Even an inch or 2 lower and it...
Forum: Road Cycling
05-13-12, 04:33 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 559
Posted By gadgetadam

Broken Nipple

Broken Nipple

Posting in Bicycling Mechanics and Road Cycling forums

I have a road bike with Mavic Aksium wheelsets. I bought the bike new in 2009. Recently the rear wheel developed a pinging...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
05-13-12, 04:19 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 871
Posted By gadgetadam

Broken Nipple

Broken Nipple

Posting in Bicycling Mechanics and Road Cycling forums

I have a road bike with Mavic Aksium wheelsets. I bought the bike new in 2009. Recently the rear wheel developed a pinging...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
04-01-12, 04:05 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 1,021
Posted By gadgetadam

Thanks everyone. There are not any cracks in the...

Thanks everyone. There are not any cracks in the paint or anything. I just noticed it and it's been bothering me but for all I know it was there for 2 years.
I'm thinking with the replies it's...
Forum: Road Cycling
04-01-12, 04:05 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 538
Posted By gadgetadam

I posted in the maintenance forum. Thanks...

I posted in the maintenance forum.

Thanks everyone. There are not any cracks in the paint or anything. I just noticed it and it's been bothering me but for all I know it was there for 2 years. ...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
04-01-12, 01:39 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 1,021
Posted By gadgetadam

Novara Squadra Carbon Downtube Bulge? With Pics.

Hello, I'm also going to post this in other categories.



I have a Novara Squadra and noticed a bulge on my downtube near the bottom bracket. I'm not sure if it's always been like that or if...
Forum: Road Cycling
04-01-12, 01:37 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 538
Posted By gadgetadam

Novara Squadra Carbon Downtube Bulge? With Pics.

Hello, I'm also going to post this in other categories.

I have a Novara Squadra and noticed a bulge on my downtube near the bottom bracket. I'm not sure if it's always been like that or if it...
Forum: Road Cycling
03-15-12, 12:46 PM
Replies: 1,131
Views: 181,629
Posted By gadgetadam

I bought a 2008 model in 2009. Normally $2,000 I...

I bought a 2008 model in 2009. Normally $2,000 I got it for $1,500.
Carbon fiber
SRAM Rival
Mavic Aksium hubs/rims

One of the bolts for the water cage would not come out thus the nylon tie...
Forum: Road Cycling
02-12-12, 06:40 PM
Replies: 40
Views: 5,799
Posted By gadgetadam

I use a strap to keep my front tire...

I use a strap to keep my front tire straight(around rim and bottom tube)so when it's leaning on something the wheel doesn't creepturn and my bike falls over. I use the blue ones for my Cyclocross...
Forum: Road Cycling
01-18-12, 01:44 PM
Replies: 36
Views: 1,219
Posted By gadgetadam

I'm from Michigan but moved to Texas...

I'm from Michigan but moved to Texas (Austin/Houston) and lived there for 13 years. Loved it. 5 months ago I moved back to Michigan. I'm not looking forward to riding in my basement during the...
Forum: Road Cycling
01-07-12, 12:57 PM
Replies: 34
Views: 1,513
Posted By gadgetadam

Mine came with the cadence sensor. Just read...

Mine came with the cadence sensor. Just read what's included with the box and it will tell you if it will come with one or not.
Forum: Road Cycling
01-07-12, 10:11 AM
Replies: 34
Views: 1,513
Posted By gadgetadam

Some of the Sigma's do that. I have a 2209 and...

Some of the Sigma's do that. I have a 2209 and it can display 4 fields. Elevation, HR, Speed, then your optional settings. In your case cadence. It's wireless and the price is pretty decent. ...
Forum: Road Cycling
12-02-11, 07:20 AM
Replies: 16
Views: 1,423
Posted By gadgetadam

I live in western Michigan about 5 miles from...

I live in western Michigan about 5 miles from Lake Michigan. Yesterday it was in the 40s and I was comfortable with one layer on my legs and two layers on top. I'm just trying to prepare for colder...
Forum: Road Cycling
12-01-11, 04:09 PM
Replies: 16
Views: 1,423
Posted By gadgetadam

I rode today with the temp being 46 degrees. I...

I rode today with the temp being 46 degrees. I wore my shoe toe covers, wool socks, leg warmers, short bib, long sleeve jersey, long sleeve bicycling jacket, and face mask(like a ski mask but 1...
Forum: Road Cycling
12-01-11, 11:35 AM
Replies: 16
Views: 1,423
Posted By gadgetadam

Long Cycling Bibs

I moved from Texas back to Michigan a few month ago and this this cold weather is killing my outdoor riding time. If it's about 50 degrees outside I'm good with my short bib and leg warmers but with...
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