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Forum: General Cycling Discussion
06-06-17, 08:48 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 1,000
Posted By Homer Cooper

Distance no more then a few miles? Is biking to...

Distance no more then a few miles?
Is biking to the location an option?
Adding microfiber cloth/padding under the rack should prevent scratching.
Forum: Commuting
05-21-17, 05:07 PM
Replies: 17
Views: 3,109
Posted By Homer Cooper

Depends where you'll be riding. Introducing a gas...

Depends where you'll be riding. Introducing a gas powered engine adds a slew of laws depending on area.
Something like a pedal powered 50cc moped might be an option. 4 stroke engines can be...
Forum: Electronics, Lighting, & Gadgets
05-19-17, 08:16 AM
Replies: 24
Views: 2,431
Posted By Homer Cooper

Depends when commuting to work in the low light...

Depends when commuting to work in the low light or dark I've got front an rear USB rechargeable lights.

Normal bike rides include a Cellphone, Watch and sometimes headphones.
I also carry a bat...
Forum: Road Cycling
05-17-17, 08:46 PM
Replies: 75
Views: 6,774
Posted By Homer Cooper

Google maps sat veiw with biking turned on helps....

Google maps sat veiw with biking turned on helps.

I've planned a few routes this way. The primary issue i run into is narrowing sholders along river crossings and sholders becoming nonexistant at...
Forum: Road Cycling
05-16-17, 08:42 PM
Replies: 24
Views: 1,737
Posted By Homer Cooper

phone then lights

Always carry a phone. Primarily for tracking stays in pocket entire ride. Smartwatch displays distance and time.

Lights important when comuting to work. 1200lum in front. 100lum on back and 23lum...
Forum: Road Cycling
05-14-17, 08:54 PM
Replies: 17
Views: 971
Posted By Homer Cooper

Friday 5/ 12 Distance:30.9 miles Avg speed:...

Friday 5/ 12
Distance:30.9 miles
Avg speed: 16.7 mph
Bike: Trek Emonda ALR 4

A nice 75f day along a few county roads. Seems like it will make a good safe route on the future with room for...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
05-10-17, 06:52 AM
Replies: 108
Views: 10,377
Posted By Homer Cooper

Just 2 here A 2016 trek Emonda ALR 4 primary...

Just 2 here
A 2016 trek Emonda ALR 4 primary road bike
A 1995 Schwinn Classic Cruiser for daily commute

I've already considered a fat wheel bike for winter riding.
Forum: Electronics, Lighting, & Gadgets
05-10-17, 01:36 AM
Replies: 10
Views: 2,395
Posted By Homer Cooper

I'd also recomemend te cateye. Extra mounts are...

I'd also recomemend te cateye. Extra mounts are cheap. So youcan have one on each bike. Although the bae mount is quite easy to remove.

I use the cateye 1200. Usb rechargable. Stay put. Fits in...
Forum: Road Cycling
05-10-17, 01:29 AM
Replies: 120
Views: 7,279
Posted By Homer Cooper

$1000 Mavic Comete must be good right?. The...

$1000 Mavic Comete must be good right?.
The entire shell of the shoe is carbon.
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
05-09-17, 08:10 PM
Replies: 16
Views: 1,859
Posted By Homer Cooper

I'd imagine the cost of the bike to exceed that...

I'd imagine the cost of the bike to exceed that of the offending driver. for them to drive onto the MUP is outrageous. I really hope they are caught.

The impatience of drivers is astounding far...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
05-05-17, 07:48 PM
Replies: 6,515
Views: 613,121
Posted By Homer Cooper

Distance: 30.9 Miles Nice 70f day. a bit of...

Distance: 30.9 Miles
Nice 70f day. a bit of wind on the way back.
slightly tanned arms.
Forum: Commuting
05-04-17, 01:34 AM
Replies: 1,715
Views: 354,588
Posted By Homer Cooper

-A lot of empty alcohol bottles. Mostly Fireball...

-A lot of empty alcohol bottles. Mostly Fireball Cinnamon Whisky in the small containers.
- Suprising number of cellphone on corners. Suspect the rooftop set then flies off at intersection.

A few...
Forum: Road Cycling
05-03-17, 08:08 AM
Replies: 23
Views: 3,219
Posted By Homer Cooper

Make sure your using the provided cleats. ...

Make sure your using the provided cleats.
Insure the pedals aren't on backwards.

I'm around 62.5kg. Using Shimano Ultegra 6800 pedals. I have no issues clipping in or out. also set to the...
Forum: Living Car Free
05-03-17, 06:39 AM
Replies: 179
Views: 15,106
Posted By Homer Cooper

primary by car or bike the few places I go on...

primary by car or bike the few places I go on weekends are within 10 miles.
A few times a year I may head to the relatives for holiday. which is 170 miles so a car is needed then. I can travel with...
Forum: Living Car Free
05-03-17, 01:29 AM
Replies: 179
Views: 15,106
Posted By Homer Cooper

Admitly I've been eying a used Chevy Volt....

Admitly I've been eying a used Chevy Volt. Considered a leaf but the infursture isn't great in MN and the models with the high speed charging option are hard to find.The local connexus energy has a...
Forum: Road Cycling
04-08-17, 08:57 PM
Replies: 331
Views: 35,977
Posted By Homer Cooper

Trash on the side of the road including glass....

Trash on the side of the road including glass. Notice it so much more when riding. Drivers are animals.
Those who walk 3 in a pack covering the entire trail.
Forum: Road Cycling
04-08-17, 03:41 PM
Replies: 19
Views: 1,207
Posted By Homer Cooper

Saturday 4/8 Bike: Trek Émonda ALR 5 ...

Saturday 4/8
Bike: Trek Émonda ALR 5
Distance:19.3 miles
Time 1h17m

Good over all ride. winds at 16mph made it a bit tough at times.

Bike: Schwinn Classic Crusier
Distance:3.7 miles
Time:...
Forum: Commuting
04-08-17, 01:41 PM
Replies: 32
Views: 3,967
Posted By Homer Cooper

I'd get the U shaped as well. Its too bad...

I'd get the U shaped as well.
Its too bad something like that couldn't be made in a local shop. would be cheap to produce.

Local town Center has these...
Forum: Road Cycling
04-08-17, 01:38 PM
Replies: 79
Views: 6,355
Posted By Homer Cooper

When I first started biking about. I just used a...

When I first started biking about. I just used a paper map and wrist watch. Local Townhall had bike path maps. Really more of a budget issue then anything else.

It is rather alarming how much...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
04-05-17, 09:55 PM
Replies: 33
Views: 6,476
Posted By Homer Cooper

Looks like a nice light. I've gone and ordered it...

Looks like a nice light. I've gone and ordered it as my current comute is in the dark for the next month or so. The cheap light I have now is effective but far too dim.
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
04-05-17, 09:42 PM
Replies: 6,515
Views: 613,121
Posted By Homer Cooper

Due to a car failure. I've been comuting to work...

Due to a car failure. I've been comuting to work for the last few week. Today is the end of the first full week. 3.7x2 miles 5 days a week on a Schwinn Classic Crusier.. Averging around 17mins....
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
04-04-17, 11:16 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 1,094
Posted By Homer Cooper

When it asks for a link its putting [ img ] [/...

When it asks for a link its putting [ img ] [/ img ] on either side of the link alowing for posting. Just assure the link ends in .jpg
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
04-04-17, 09:56 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 1,094
Posted By Homer Cooper

You'll need a postcount of 10+. Lightshot ?...

You'll need a postcount of 10+.

Lightshot ? screenshot tool for Mac & Win (http://prnt.sc/)

Lightshot is a good place to upload if you don't want to setup an account
Forum: Road Cycling
04-03-17, 09:38 PM
Replies: 44
Views: 3,883
Posted By Homer Cooper

Yeah yeah, poor breakfast then over did it a bit...

Yeah yeah, poor breakfast then over did it a bit on the ride. Ah well live and learn..
Forum: Road Cycling
04-03-17, 09:30 PM
Replies: 44
Views: 3,883
Posted By Homer Cooper

Went on a 41 mile ride last week. I just ate...

Went on a 41 mile ride last week. I just ate bacon and eggs about 1.5 hrs before. Drank gatorade during. A samwhich about midway and a candybar at 3/4s. I was able to maintan 14.5 mph avg. Bit of...
Forum: Road Cycling
04-01-17, 12:24 PM
Replies: 20
Views: 1,431
Posted By Homer Cooper

Friday 3/31 Bike: Trek Émonda ALR 5 ...

Friday 3/31
Bike: Trek Émonda ALR 5
Distance: 41.2 Miles
Avg Pace: 14.4 MPH
Moving time: 2:51:55
Mostly flat county roads. Some hills

Saturday 4/1
Bike: Trek Émonda ALR 5
Distance 13.0...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
03-31-17, 06:19 PM
Replies: 6,515
Views: 613,121
Posted By Homer Cooper

Longest ride to date 41.2 Miles. On the Trek. ...

Longest ride to date 41.2 Miles. On the Trek.

I've been riding 3.7 miles 3-5 days a week to work on my Schwinn Classic Cruiser. The goal is to double the total on the Trek on weekends. I went...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
03-31-17, 11:35 AM
Replies: 37
Views: 4,399
Posted By Homer Cooper

Tube, patch kit, multitool, tire levers. ...

Tube, patch kit, multitool, tire levers.

Depending on distance an old water bottle can be cut down. fold the tools in a bit of canvas held with velcro/strap.
Forum: Living Car Free
03-29-17, 09:49 PM
Replies: 39
Views: 3,428
Posted By Homer Cooper

Times over the last 2 weeks.(3/18-3/30) Got a...

Times over the last 2 weeks.(3/18-3/30) Got a ride on a few days due to rain. Best time tonight at 15:21. I lose about 2 mins home. Likely from 8 hrs of working. I hope to get the over all average...
Forum: Road Cycling
03-29-17, 07:53 PM
Replies: 33
Views: 10,824
Posted By Homer Cooper

I've got a ALR 4 in Aug of 2016. So far...

I've got a ALR 4 in Aug of 2016. So far thoroughly enjoying it. This will be the first full summer with the bike. I paid around $1200 at the time.
...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
03-29-17, 07:49 PM
Replies: 741
Views: 103,622
Posted By Homer Cooper

It is rather interesting how much is spent on...

It is rather interesting how much is spent on disposable items such as Scrach-offs, cigs, alcohol.
Though I don't have the income for a $7000 bike I could very well see getting a project one at...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
03-29-17, 07:44 PM
Replies: 57
Views: 8,654
Posted By Homer Cooper

It can be helpful as it will show where your sit...

It can be helpful as it will show where your sit bones are and press. They can then try to narrow down your options to what saddles would be best.
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
03-29-17, 06:58 PM
Replies: 68
Views: 12,627
Posted By Homer Cooper

A full set of aluminium rims,tires and hubs for...

A full set of aluminium rims,tires and hubs for $105. Must be real high quality.
Forum: Road Cycling
03-29-17, 06:55 PM
Replies: 119
Views: 35,795
Posted By Homer Cooper

Well what if you made the frame airtight then...

Well what if you made the frame airtight then filled it with helium?
hollow spokes fill em with helium.
Forum: Great Lakes
03-29-17, 06:43 AM
Replies: 87
Views: 17,451
Posted By Homer Cooper

MN here apox 45 NW of TCs. hoping to hit more of...

MN here apox 45 NW of TCs. hoping to hit more of the MRT this year. only 1/4 mile from home. I'd really like to get on the Lake Wobegon Trail/Central Lakes Trail.
Forum: Beach Cruisers
03-27-17, 06:47 AM
Replies: 1,497
Views: 545,144
Posted By Homer Cooper

http://i911.photobucket.com/albums/ac318/LudovicCr...

http://i911.photobucket.com/albums/ac318/LudovicCruchot/Schwinn%20CC1.jpg

1995 Schwinn Classic Cruiser. Its been my primary mode of transportation for about a week and will likely be for several...
Forum: Living Car Free
03-27-17, 06:39 AM
Replies: 39
Views: 3,428
Posted By Homer Cooper

A bit off the rails, 5'7" 140 so minimal body...

A bit off the rails, 5'7" 140 so minimal body fat. As long as I've got enough gear on i'm warm. Many days spent on a frozen lake ice fishing and snowmobiling. Its spring now so most of the real...
Forum: Living Car Free
03-25-17, 12:19 PM
Replies: 39
Views: 3,428
Posted By Homer Cooper

Yeah that was a thought. The likely failure was...

Yeah that was a thought. The likely failure was the Thermostat. I've considered doing it myself as the majority of the cost is in labor. Car has several other small issues that would add up. Its time...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
03-23-17, 09:34 PM
Replies: 99
Views: 7,911
Posted By Homer Cooper

skimming the thread its would seem the primary...

skimming the thread its would seem the primary concern is damage to the more expensive bikes. The less expensive one you don't worry about being stolen. A few scratches won't hurt them if theft isn't...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
03-22-17, 08:38 PM
Replies: 33
Views: 2,875
Posted By Homer Cooper

As far as locking it depends on the bike. What...

As far as locking it depends on the bike. What parts can be removed without tools?
Where will you be locking the bike? Is it a secure monitored area?
Forum: Living Car Free
03-22-17, 08:15 PM
Replies: 39
Views: 3,428
Posted By Homer Cooper

Yep, I put the overclothing on a coat rack or...

Yep, I put the overclothing on a coat rack or in the Knapsack I store empty in my jacket pocket. boots wouldn't be an issue either.
Forum: Living Car Free
03-22-17, 08:05 PM
Replies: 39
Views: 3,428
Posted By Homer Cooper

The coldest we got was -34f Really depends...

The coldest we got was -34f

Really depends on the conditions of the roads. 19f the other day was fine. roads were ice free. When it snows the plows tend to leave hard packed snow along the...
Forum: Living Car Free
03-22-17, 07:48 PM
Replies: 39
Views: 3,428
Posted By Homer Cooper

Yep, Already using a knapsack to buy food items...

Yep, Already using a knapsack to buy food items at a local grocery. So really the issue would be winter come September. On rainy days I'm able to get a ride from coworkers/neighbors.
made some...
Forum: Living Car Free
03-22-17, 06:31 PM
Replies: 39
Views: 3,428
Posted By Homer Cooper

Going Car Free For Several Months

About a week ago my car blew a head gasket. The repairs would exceed the value of the car.
So in order to save money for a down payment I've decided to bike the 3.7 miles to work. I've already gone...
Forum: Road Cycling
03-17-17, 09:20 AM
Replies: 112
Views: 21,766
Posted By Homer Cooper

I went from a Bontrager Solstice to a Kask ...

I went from a Bontrager Solstice to a Kask Protone.
The biggest differences were bet fit, Much lighter and less noticeable.
Was it worth the price. well maybe, Its one of those things that doesn't...
Forum: Road Cycling
03-17-17, 09:13 AM
Replies: 99
Views: 5,796
Posted By Homer Cooper

Seems highly suspect likely trying to get...

Seems highly suspect likely trying to get personal information. No one just gives away that expensive of a bike.

If the picture in question is an actual picture I'd try contacting the poster from...
Forum: Electronics, Lighting, & Gadgets
03-09-17, 11:06 PM
Replies: 17
Views: 4,122
Posted By Homer Cooper

Most local bike shops sell the various Garmin's...

Most local bike shops sell the various Garmin's but my goodness do they have a significant markup over Amazon.
$283 is a rather good price on Amazon. Local shops range from $299-$399
$149 for the...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
03-06-17, 09:50 PM
Replies: 35
Views: 35,020
Posted By Homer Cooper

Voler ...

Voler (http://www.voler.com/browse/cat3/?cat=mens,tops,jersey,ss&ecat=z&filters=) Might be a possibility They sell lose fitting "Comfort" Jerseys.
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
03-03-17, 07:41 PM
Replies: 25
Views: 2,225
Posted By Homer Cooper

https://www.trekbikes.com/us/en_US/bikes/collectio...

https://www.trekbikes.com/us/en_US/bikes/collections/kids-bikes/c/B506/

Trek has a nice range of boys bikes. You'll be able to pick up a helmet as well.
Forum: Road Cycling
03-03-17, 07:33 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 1,061
Posted By Homer Cooper

Oh, Gene Simmons gotta plaster the Kiss brand...

Oh, Gene Simmons gotta plaster the Kiss brand name on everything.
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