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Forum: Winter Cycling

11-22-22, 06:11 PM

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Pedal extender for winter foot wear

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Posted By swoopyinc

I used to ride in Sorel style boots when it'd get...

I used to ride in Sorel style boots when it'd get to -19*c - I found large bmx platform pedals to be wide enough to at-least support the foot. I'd definitely have some boot hang off though!

Forum: Winter Cycling

11-22-22, 06:08 PM

Replies: 16

Gloves for rainy 30s to 50s?

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Posted By swoopyinc

I bought the Shower's pass Cross point (non...

I bought the Shower's pass Cross point (non marino) in yellow for hand signaling purposes to go with my poncho setup in Vancouver cold rainy weather. I wouldn't recommend them for the price. They're...

Forum: Touring

11-22-22, 06:03 PM

Replies: 50

26" a good buy in 2022?

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Posted By swoopyinc

I did a lot of camping and touring trips on my...

I did a lot of camping and touring trips on my Crust Romanceur with 26" wheels. I used RTP's and Racing Ralphs mostly. I enjoy the handling and size of a 26 vs 650 for a more "agile bike". It was...

Forum: Singlespeed & Fixed Gear

11-22-22, 05:50 PM

Replies: 20

PSA For Older Fixed Gear Riders

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Posted By swoopyinc

I'm only 37 and love riding fixed gear, mostly...

I'm only 37 and love riding fixed gear, mostly mtb - but I am definitely not as ambitious as when i was 25. I barely skid. And I go really slow. My gearing is like 50 gear inches - so i don't stray...

Forum: Fixed Gear Freestyle

11-22-22, 05:44 PM

Replies: 10

Just got a fixed gear a couple days ago, wanna learn how to skid

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Posted By swoopyinc

you usually want to lock the rear (dominant) leg...

you usually want to lock the rear (dominant) leg around the 45 degree or so. I ride fixed mtb a lot and can skid pretty readily without straps in place. skip stops are much more effective for actual...

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