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03-27-23, 01:17 AM
Replies: 22
Views: 939
Posted By bathedinshadow

Yeah definitely not what I'm after. Somebody...

Yeah definitely not what I'm after. Somebody posted similar ones above. Fine for a garage, but way too bulky for inside. Bikes in the apartment are just something I have to deal with, but I like...
03-18-23, 04:46 AM
Replies: 22
Views: 939
Posted By bathedinshadow

Awesome, thanks for the pictures. It definitely...

Awesome, thanks for the pictures. It definitely sticks out quite a bit. I'll see what I can work out to limit that.
03-18-23, 04:45 AM
Replies: 22
Views: 939
Posted By bathedinshadow

I am renting. I've never had an annual...

I am renting. I've never had an annual inspection, but easy enough to just take them down, hang some coats or something on them.
03-17-23, 06:04 PM
Replies: 22
Views: 939
Posted By bathedinshadow

So no issues with compromising the bikes in any...

So no issues with compromising the bikes in any way? I know they seem like they'd be fine. But you never know. I see people clamp bike stands right onto their carbon frames. I know there is great...
03-17-23, 06:01 PM
Replies: 22
Views: 939
Posted By bathedinshadow

Yeah the vertical isn't ideal for us. You can...

Yeah the vertical isn't ideal for us. You can actually fit 3 bikes one on top of the other and it takes up the same amount of wall space. But we will just do two. We have the wall space for the 4...
03-17-23, 05:10 AM
Replies: 22
Views: 939
Posted By bathedinshadow

I need the bikes to be as close to the wall as...

I need the bikes to be as close to the wall as possible. And ideally as minimal as possible. It's a pretty small hallway. I do know they are made to withstand a lot of stress, but not really at an...
03-17-23, 02:16 AM
Replies: 22
Views: 939
Posted By bathedinshadow

Hallway wall mounts

We're having to move into a small apartment, so we no longer have our storage space. We have several bikes and the entry hallway is going to be one of the places we're going to have store a couple....
Forum: Touring
11-13-22, 07:29 PM
Replies: 41
Views: 3,094
Posted By bathedinshadow

You must not ride in the pacific northwest! I...

You must not ride in the pacific northwest! I agree capes are nice, but I don't think it eliminates the need for pants if it's really raining. Not for me anyway.
Forum: Touring
09-11-22, 10:22 PM
Replies: 67
Views: 4,498
Posted By bathedinshadow

I've driven the coast several times and...

I've driven the coast several times and Oregon/California was always the real draw for doing the ride at all. So I do hope I find the time to do the whole thing! Though I will say that I'm not...
Forum: Touring
09-04-22, 09:06 PM
Replies: 67
Views: 4,498
Posted By bathedinshadow

I hadn't been on this site in a while when I...

I hadn't been on this site in a while when I asked this question originally. And now i remember why. The jerk responses. I don't know what it is about certain forums and people just have to be...
Forum: Touring
09-04-22, 08:40 PM
Replies: 67
Views: 4,498
Posted By bathedinshadow

By "bike friendly," I mean it in the way that...

By "bike friendly," I mean it in the way that it's typically used. haha. That being... a defined infrastructure to support cycling. Cycling is encouraged and a widely used mode of transportation...
Forum: Touring
08-17-22, 11:28 PM
Replies: 67
Views: 4,498
Posted By bathedinshadow

I guess being from Vancouver BC and knowing...

I guess being from Vancouver BC and knowing numerous people who have had bikes stolen... it makes me nervous in general. Granted, a big bike friendly city is different than small towns and...
Forum: Touring
08-17-22, 11:19 PM
Replies: 67
Views: 4,498
Posted By bathedinshadow

My thing with this is that a cable lock isn't...

My thing with this is that a cable lock isn't going to stop somebody. It's going to slow them down... but not stop them. 15-20 minutes showering... a lock is only going to stop an opportunist. ...
Forum: Touring
08-17-22, 11:16 PM
Replies: 67
Views: 4,498
Posted By bathedinshadow

Yeah this is why I ask. A guy I work with had ALL...

Yeah this is why I ask. A guy I work with had ALL of his stuff stolen at a campground when he walked to the ranger's station to ask a question. Tent and all. And he had even pitched it.
Forum: Touring
08-17-22, 05:20 PM
Replies: 67
Views: 4,498
Posted By bathedinshadow

Theft while showering?

I searched through the theft and touring related threads, but they were all about keeping things secure while in the store or in the tent. Which I think I have sorted out the best I can. Easy enough...
Forum: Touring
08-09-22, 09:20 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 993
Posted By bathedinshadow

There are plenty of sites that people ask about...

There are plenty of sites that people ask about because they don't trust them. Bikeinn being one that I see people ask about regularly. I've bought from them several times and haven't had a...
Forum: Touring
08-09-22, 05:45 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 993
Posted By bathedinshadow

Thanks everybody. Yeah I mean obviously it...

Thanks everybody. Yeah I mean obviously it alerted my suspicion. I'm a moderately cautious online shopper. So far I haven't had any issues, but it's just a matter of time. The address provided is...
Forum: Touring
08-09-22, 12:36 AM
Replies: 12
Views: 993
Posted By bathedinshadow

bagortlieb.store a legit site?

I'm looking for an older version of an Ortlieb bag and this site has it. But I'm wondering if this is a legit site and if any of you have ever used it? I never really see Ortlieb with great sales,...
Forum: Touring
03-30-22, 01:59 AM
Replies: 18
Views: 3,404
Posted By bathedinshadow

I should add that I love the quad lock! If it's...

I should add that I love the quad lock! If it's workable for your bike/phone, it's a solid purchase. I've bought a few locks for different bikes. And I use the quad lock phone case. So I can't...
Forum: Touring
03-30-22, 01:56 AM
Replies: 18
Views: 3,404
Posted By bathedinshadow

I use a quad lock on two of my bikes and I find...

I use a quad lock on two of my bikes and I find the height IS necessary for a few reasons. First, you need to be able to get your fingers under there to release the lock. So there needs to be...
Forum: Touring
03-29-22, 11:39 PM
Replies: 41
Views: 3,094
Posted By bathedinshadow

Take a look at Cleverhood I make this...

Take a look at Cleverhood

I make this "recommendation" having never used this gear on a bike. haha. I have the anorak and have hiked in it in the PNW and stayed dry. The anorak is quite loose,...
Forum: Commuting
03-20-12, 08:56 AM
Replies: 114
Views: 5,905
Posted By bathedinshadow

No, for me it shows up as a sort of topaz color. ...

No, for me it shows up as a sort of topaz color. I'm not looking for coaster brakes either... but still, that's weird. I'm in Canada, so I wonder if it has something to do with that? We often have...
Forum: Commuting
03-19-12, 08:22 PM
Replies: 114
Views: 5,905
Posted By bathedinshadow

Where did you get that link for the draft? When...

Where did you get that link for the draft? When you go to their site that specific painting scheme doesn't show up. I kind of like the crazy 70's look. :)
04-01-11, 01:00 AM
Replies: 0
Views: 295
Posted By bathedinshadow

In the market for a new bike...

... but I don't really have the technical knowledge and was hoping for some ideas. I'm looking to get another mountain bike. Not to replace, but just as an additional bike. I currently have a 2008...
06-23-10, 12:37 AM
Replies: 7
Views: 1,846
Posted By bathedinshadow

That's good to know their customer service is...

That's good to know their customer service is great. Truly, it makes just a difference. I wish more companies would pay more attention to it.
06-18-10, 03:59 AM
Replies: 7
Views: 1,846
Posted By bathedinshadow

Delete

Delete
06-18-10, 03:58 AM
Replies: 7
Views: 1,846
Posted By bathedinshadow

I've been looking around at some more computers...

I've been looking around at some more computers and found the Specialized Elite Altitude Computer http://www.specialized.com/us/en/bc/SBCEqProduct.jsp?spid=47187&eid=5136&menuItemId=9310. It has...
06-17-10, 08:05 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 1,846
Posted By bathedinshadow

Well thanks for the responses, but I do want...

Well thanks for the responses, but I do want wireless. I'm aware wired is more accurate, but for one, I ride along mostly. And if I do ride with friends, they are either using nothing, or a wired...
06-17-10, 03:00 AM
Replies: 7
Views: 1,846
Posted By bathedinshadow

Question First Bike Computer

I'm looking to get my first bike computer and I'm not sure exactly which way to go. I was hoping I could get some suggestions. I know there are other threads on this topic, but I have some...
Forum: Road Cycling
04-13-10, 04:53 PM
Replies: 89
Views: 18,226
Posted By bathedinshadow

Thanks for trying to come to my defense. haha. ...

Thanks for trying to come to my defense. haha. I actually had the feeling that no matter which way I decided to ask the question (new thread/old thread), somebody WOULD have said something about...
Forum: Road Cycling
04-13-10, 07:38 AM
Replies: 89
Views: 18,226
Posted By bathedinshadow

I'm unable to access it because I haven't been...

I'm unable to access it because I haven't been here long enough. Or rather, I can't post to it.
Forum: Road Cycling
04-13-10, 05:39 AM
Replies: 89
Views: 18,226
Posted By bathedinshadow

I realize I'm bringing back a very old thread,...

I realize I'm bringing back a very old thread, but I thought better that than start a brand new one. I have one cycling jersey and I hate it. After reading through all of these posts, I can tell...
Forum: Road Cycling
04-13-10, 01:06 AM
Replies: 131
Views: 6,988
Posted By bathedinshadow

Obviously I explained why I didn't think that tax...

Obviously I explained why I didn't think that tax fraud was an issue, and I think it is you who is missing the point... in that you were certainly on your high horse in what you perceive to be common...
Forum: Road Cycling
04-12-10, 06:30 PM
Replies: 131
Views: 6,988
Posted By bathedinshadow

Ah yeah... something about paying full price!...

Ah yeah... something about paying full price! haha. I do want it now, and definitely before HST comes into play! That was my concern with John Henry. I will continue to ride the trails in the...
Forum: Road Cycling
04-12-10, 06:24 PM
Replies: 131
Views: 6,988
Posted By bathedinshadow

Wow. Well given that 'I' started the thread and...

Wow. Well given that 'I' started the thread and it was only a simple question about whether or not I SHOULD bargain - not the inter-workings of the bicycle business - I think it's fair for me to...
Forum: Road Cycling
04-12-10, 05:50 AM
Replies: 131
Views: 6,988
Posted By bathedinshadow

My issue with the "percent discount on...

My issue with the "percent discount on accessories" is that I can buy accessories for far cheaper online, assuming I even need them. I would be looking for a discount because I'm trying to save...
Forum: Road Cycling
04-12-10, 05:36 AM
Replies: 131
Views: 6,988
Posted By bathedinshadow

My point was that a profit is a profit. And yes,...

My point was that a profit is a profit. And yes, I'm aware of credit card transaction fee's. I just don't know how they work. E.g., are they based on the price, or a flat rate.
Forum: Road Cycling
04-11-10, 09:10 PM
Replies: 131
Views: 6,988
Posted By bathedinshadow

Call me stupid (or don't), but why does paying in...

Call me stupid (or don't), but why does paying in cash give you more bargaining power?

As well, "if you don't buy it, someone else will." How is that a factor when the shop is having to order...
Forum: Road Cycling
04-11-10, 01:30 AM
Replies: 131
Views: 6,988
Posted By bathedinshadow

I agree, making some profit is better than making...

I agree, making some profit is better than making no profit at all. But perhaps I'm missing something. I wasn't a business major! I do know that I have gone into a hotel and got a room for $30...
Forum: Road Cycling
04-10-10, 07:47 PM
Replies: 131
Views: 6,988
Posted By bathedinshadow

No, I would not haggle on a gallon of milk. ...

No, I would not haggle on a gallon of milk. However, milk does not cost 3k either. I would haggle on the price of a car, rent, buying on craigslist, and several other things. I think buying a bike...
Forum: Road Cycling
04-09-10, 11:01 PM
Replies: 131
Views: 6,988
Posted By bathedinshadow

Bargaining with bike shops

I did catch another thread on this topic, but it was pretty specific to the exact bike the person was looking for.

I have definitely bargained with shops in the past and been successful. However,...
Forum: Road Cycling
04-04-10, 08:48 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 621
Posted By bathedinshadow

I agree it looks sketchy. What about the one...

I agree it looks sketchy. What about the one that Ultraman6970 posted? It's even cheaper.
Forum: Road Cycling
04-04-10, 08:38 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 621
Posted By bathedinshadow

Does this look weird?

I'm pricing Argon Krypton's and found an extremely cheap price. Seems fishy to me, but I really don't know much about the details of building a bike and whatnot. I just want to ride one! ;)

This...
Forum: Road Cycling
04-04-10, 08:09 PM
Replies: 34
Views: 1,543
Posted By bathedinshadow

Yeah I'll give the Kebel a ride once I come...

Yeah I'll give the Kebel a ride once I come across one in my size for sure. I wasn't able to hit up many stores today since a lot of them were closed. I did ride the Argon Krypton. I was actually...
Forum: Road Cycling
04-04-10, 03:19 AM
Replies: 34
Views: 1,543
Posted By bathedinshadow

I rode the synapse today (not the feminine...

I rode the synapse today (not the feminine though). While it was actually a pretty comfortable ride, I didn't LOVE the bike itself. I'm not even sure why. Maybe it just boiled down to me not...
Forum: Road Cycling
04-04-10, 03:18 AM
Replies: 34
Views: 1,543
Posted By bathedinshadow

I actually had my eye on that one. I rode the...

I actually had my eye on that one. I rode the Kharma, which was okay. They didn't have the Kebel in my size in stock. I've got my eye on the Argon 18 Krypton too. Anybody with experience on that...
Forum: Road Cycling
04-03-10, 03:09 PM
Replies: 34
Views: 1,543
Posted By bathedinshadow

Thanks! And I think the Cervelo P2 is beautiful...

Thanks! And I think the Cervelo P2 is beautiful btw!
Forum: Road Cycling
04-03-10, 01:54 PM
Replies: 34
Views: 1,543
Posted By bathedinshadow

Okay... well thanks for all the info. I'm a...

Okay... well thanks for all the info. I'm a researcher by nature, so I doubt that will stop, but I suppose it's time to just start riding and PICK ONE. haha.

Thanks again for everybody's help...
Forum: Road Cycling
04-03-10, 03:07 AM
Replies: 34
Views: 1,543
Posted By bathedinshadow

Yeah the Tallboy is nice. I haven't ridden on...

Yeah the Tallboy is nice. I haven't ridden on though. I have the carbon nomad and it's an extremely plush ride! No complaints there.





Okay, I get your point with the comparison. haha. I...
Forum: Road Cycling
04-03-10, 01:24 AM
Replies: 34
Views: 1,543
Posted By bathedinshadow

Yeah it was much easier picking my mtb. I knew I...

Yeah it was much easier picking my mtb. I knew I wanted a Santa Cruz. But with the road bikes, I have no specific draw to any one brand. Specialized doesn't interest me for some reason. As well,...
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