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11-02-21, 07:45 AM
Replies: 594
Views: 25,177
Posted By AlanO

Did you not read my comment? I said if I needed...

Did you not read my comment? I said if I needed one I would have one. This whole discussion is stupid. No gearing is right for everyone, use what works for you.
11-01-21, 10:18 PM
Replies: 594
Views: 25,177
Posted By AlanO

What?

What?
11-01-21, 12:49 PM
Replies: 49
Views: 3,569
Posted By AlanO

In general, the better the quality the thinner...

In general, the better the quality the thinner the socket. I use Williams. The stuff with model numbers containing only numbers is made in Taiwan. The better stuff with identifying letters, for...
Forum: Road Cycling
11-01-21, 12:45 PM
Replies: 131
Views: 8,565
Posted By AlanO

I carry a boat horn in town but it’s not for...

I carry a boat horn in town but it’s not for cyclists. When passing I always call “on your left”. Not sure everyone knows how to interpret a bell.
11-01-21, 12:39 PM
Replies: 151
Views: 9,072
Posted By AlanO

No, I always ride on the correct side. Riding...

No, I always ride on the correct side. Riding where nobody expects you could end in death.
11-01-21, 12:36 PM
Replies: 594
Views: 25,177
Posted By AlanO

I don’t need a triple. I suppose if I did I would...

I don’t need a triple. I suppose if I did I would have one.
Forum: Commuting
10-25-21, 11:23 AM
Replies: 121
Views: 10,409
Posted By AlanO

Where I live it’s supposedly illegal to ride on...

Where I live it’s supposedly illegal to ride on the sidewalk.
10-11-21, 01:23 PM
Replies: 191
Views: 10,966
Posted By AlanO

I don’t even see a bike lane.

I don’t even see a bike lane.
10-04-21, 11:31 AM
Replies: 200
Views: 8,538
Posted By AlanO

I won’t run unless the house is on fire so...

I won’t run unless the house is on fire so cycling wins.
10-04-21, 11:29 AM
Replies: 35
Views: 2,694
Posted By AlanO

You can carry a spare?

You can carry a spare?
09-27-21, 02:12 PM
Replies: 169
Views: 9,804
Posted By AlanO

I’ve never seen the point of tubeless.

I’ve never seen the point of tubeless.
09-27-21, 02:11 PM
Replies: 74
Views: 4,402
Posted By AlanO

Handlebars, stems, and saddles. I’ve found that...

Handlebars, stems, and saddles. I’ve found that any bike that fits is fun to ride. I could buy a $10,000 bike but if it’s uncomfortable it’s a waste of money.
Forum: Road Cycling
09-13-21, 11:54 AM
Replies: 152
Views: 12,646
Posted By AlanO

I don’t see the point of tubeless tires but I’m...

I don’t see the point of tubeless tires but I’m old.
09-06-21, 12:46 PM
Replies: 64
Views: 3,736
Posted By AlanO

They need barriers, this seems really unclear.

They need barriers, this seems really unclear.
Forum: Road Cycling
09-06-21, 12:38 PM
Replies: 83
Views: 4,695
Posted By AlanO

Once. But I tweak every bike I buy for fit so I...

Once. But I tweak every bike I buy for fit so I knew it was close and I’d play with it after I bought it.
08-30-21, 06:30 PM
Replies: 231
Views: 13,559
Posted By AlanO

I said no such thing.

I said no such thing.
08-30-21, 04:27 PM
Replies: 231
Views: 13,559
Posted By AlanO

First of all, a bicycle frame is not a spring, it...

First of all, a bicycle frame is not a spring, it is a complex system made up of many different pieces, each with its own properties. More importantly, none of the models that you learn in your...
08-30-21, 12:39 PM
Replies: 231
Views: 13,559
Posted By AlanO

It's not a spring. It's mainly hysteric damping,...

It's not a spring. It's mainly hysteric damping, the frame is its own damper. The same reason a steel beam returns to its original shape after the load is removed. You don't need a viscous damper to...
08-30-21, 11:45 AM
Replies: 112
Views: 15,036
Posted By AlanO

No such thing, you can master anything if you...

No such thing, you can master anything if you practice. I squat twice my body weight at 64 years old but I’d probably lose my balance and fall over if I tried an air squat without the weight on my...
08-30-21, 11:36 AM
Replies: 231
Views: 13,559
Posted By AlanO

Ummm, might want to correct that original post....

Ummm, might want to correct that original post. Of course energy is dissipated when the frame flexes. Where do you think that energy comes from?

If what you actually mean to say is it might not...
08-23-21, 12:19 PM
Replies: 67
Views: 4,475
Posted By AlanO

Just my experience but that method tends to put...

Just my experience but that method tends to put the saddle too high which causes knee pain. Get a goniometer. Your angle should be about 30 degrees at full extension. When I do this I notice I’m...
08-23-21, 12:09 PM
Replies: 139
Views: 8,632
Posted By AlanO

I got tattooed with a calligraphy pen by the...

I got tattooed with a calligraphy pen by the bully in fourth grade art class.
08-09-21, 03:54 PM
Replies: 297
Views: 12,318
Posted By AlanO

LOL, that’s the topic of this thread. Read the...

LOL, that’s the topic of this thread. Read the original post.
08-09-21, 02:52 PM
Replies: 297
Views: 12,318
Posted By AlanO

Just because you can it doesn’t mean you should...

Just because you can it doesn’t mean you should confuse everyone with a different signal just because you’re on a bicycle. I still don’t see right arm extended upward on that chart.
Forum: Road Cycling
08-09-21, 02:50 PM
Replies: 131
Views: 14,463
Posted By AlanO

The original question was is it better to ride...

The original question was is it better to ride inside. My answer is still no.
08-09-21, 11:36 AM
Replies: 46
Views: 3,069
Posted By AlanO

Doesn’t look like a tool cut to me, looks torn.

Doesn’t look like a tool cut to me, looks torn.
Forum: Road Cycling
08-09-21, 11:30 AM
Replies: 48
Views: 2,830
Posted By AlanO

I would worry a lot more about the type of riding...

I would worry a lot more about the type of riding than the type of brakes.
08-09-21, 11:28 AM
Replies: 30
Views: 2,140
Posted By AlanO

I would first see if I could make it fit....

I would first see if I could make it fit. Adjustable stem and compact bars worked on two of my bikes as I got older. Comfortable equals fun.
08-09-21, 11:25 AM
Replies: 59
Views: 2,950
Posted By AlanO

They’re so cheap I started replacing tubes every...

They’re so cheap I started replacing tubes every spring as part of routine maintenance. Haven’t had a flat in 20 years. Seems like all the flats I ever had were blowouts of old tubes, never punctures.
08-09-21, 11:22 AM
Replies: 297
Views: 12,318
Posted By AlanO

Signals are left handed in the US. Cars and...

Signals are left handed in the US. Cars and motorcycles didn’t always have turn signals. If the guy was riding with his right arm up I would assume he’s stretching.
08-09-21, 11:14 AM
Replies: 152
Views: 8,842
Posted By AlanO

My mirror says old guy in bike shorts so I’m...

My mirror says old guy in bike shorts so I’m gonna go with no.
Forum: Road Cycling
08-09-21, 11:11 AM
Replies: 131
Views: 14,463
Posted By AlanO

I’ve always ridden because it’s fun. Pretty sure...

I’ve always ridden because it’s fun. Pretty sure pedaling in the basement isn’t much fun.
Forum: Road Cycling
08-09-21, 11:08 AM
Replies: 117
Views: 6,687
Posted By AlanO

How is an infectious disease political?

How is an infectious disease political?
07-26-21, 11:42 AM
Replies: 104
Views: 7,706
Posted By AlanO

Meh, could be worse. You could have a boat...

Meh, could be worse. You could have a boat problem or a horse problem or….
07-19-21, 01:29 PM
Replies: 80
Views: 5,670
Posted By AlanO

Look where it got Jean Valjean.

Look where it got Jean Valjean.
07-12-21, 12:12 PM
Replies: 38
Views: 2,323
Posted By AlanO

No. When I find a saddle that fits me I buy more...

No. When I find a saddle that fits me I buy more than one and keep them forever. I have 40 year old saddles.
07-12-21, 12:09 PM
Replies: 76
Views: 4,306
Posted By AlanO

Learn to pee from the saddle.

Learn to pee from the saddle.
07-05-21, 12:17 PM
Replies: 202
Views: 10,602
Posted By AlanO

Just lose five pounds. Problem solved.

Just lose five pounds. Problem solved.
Forum: Touring
06-28-21, 12:04 PM
Replies: 75
Views: 6,933
Posted By AlanO

I call it a map.

I call it a map.
06-28-21, 12:03 PM
Replies: 87
Views: 6,814
Posted By AlanO

I must be old. Didn’t know you could finance a...

I must be old. Didn’t know you could finance a bicycle.
06-21-21, 12:04 PM
Replies: 223
Views: 17,957
Posted By AlanO

I never pay anyone to fix anything because I...

I never pay anyone to fix anything because I always have to fix it when they’re done because I’m a fuss.
06-14-21, 02:11 PM
Replies: 76
Views: 5,290
Posted By AlanO

Finish Line makes a cleaner/lube. I was skeptical...

Finish Line makes a cleaner/lube. I was skeptical but I got a can for my daughter who tends to neglect things if they take more than one step. So far it seems to be working fine and it’s so easy she...
06-14-21, 02:03 PM
Replies: 55
Views: 4,401
Posted By AlanO

I have one road bike with Look pedals and a pair...

I have one road bike with Look pedals and a pair of Sidis but every other bike now has these MKS platforms with cool stainless cages. I got so sick of clipping in and out and carrying extra shoes....
Forum: Road Cycling
06-14-21, 01:55 PM
Replies: 106
Views: 15,419
Posted By AlanO

Soma.

Soma.
06-14-21, 01:51 PM
Replies: 83
Views: 7,471
Posted By AlanO

I just came for the Bay of Fundy reference.

I just came for the Bay of Fundy reference.
05-24-21, 12:22 PM
Replies: 76
Views: 4,788
Posted By AlanO

You don’t get to determine the value, the...

You don’t get to determine the value, the insurance will pay the replacement cost, that’s what you’re entitled to. If it costs more to fix it you’re out of luck. Go on the internet and see if you can...
05-10-21, 01:13 PM
Replies: 108
Views: 7,464
Posted By AlanO

I don’t think Walmart sells many bikes besides...

I don’t think Walmart sells many bikes besides kids bikes. I could be wrong.
05-10-21, 01:10 PM
Replies: 182
Views: 15,953
Posted By AlanO

Since you don’t want the trick I’ll just say no.

Since you don’t want the trick I’ll just say no.
05-10-21, 01:09 PM
Replies: 99
Views: 6,854
Posted By AlanO

I’ve always shifted to maintain cadence.

I’ve always shifted to maintain cadence.
05-10-21, 01:07 PM
Replies: 292
Views: 15,860
Posted By AlanO

I don’t ride to workout, I ride because I enjoy...

I don’t ride to workout, I ride because I enjoy it. Don’t think that Huffy would cut it.
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