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Forum: General Cycling Discussion
10-24-23, 10:52 AM
Replies: 13
Views: 495
Posted By Iride01

Both Wahoo and Garmin make a cadence sensor that...

Both Wahoo and Garmin make a cadence sensor that is both Ant+ and Bluetooth enabled for < $40. With either of those and a app on your smart phone you can connect to it and record your cadence along...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
10-23-23, 08:03 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 495
Posted By DangerousDanR

You can get Magene sensors for under $35 from...

You can get Magene sensors for under $35 from Amazon. They work with phone apps. You don't need cell coverage to use the sensors. They communicate with your phone over the Bluetooth interface.
...
Forum: Road Cycling
09-24-23, 03:10 PM
Replies: 3,081
Views: 511,778
Posted By hazetguy

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Forum: General Cycling Discussion
09-21-23, 03:18 PM
Replies: 21
Views: 655
Posted By msu2001la

Yup. I'm all in on tubeless. No desire to go back...

Yup. I'm all in on tubeless. No desire to go back to tubes, even on road bikes.
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
09-21-23, 12:02 PM
Replies: 21
Views: 655
Posted By rsbob

After going tubeless, I will never go back to...

After going tubeless, I will never go back to tubed. The change was that significant
Forum: Road Cycling
09-21-23, 05:25 AM
Replies: 3,081
Views: 511,778
Posted By 05 fuji

Marion, Ohio - Tallgrass Trail ...

Marion, Ohio - Tallgrass Trail

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Forum: General Cycling Discussion
09-20-23, 03:06 PM
Replies: 21
Views: 655
Posted By Broctoon

I'll add a few tips of my own onto what msu2001la...

I'll add a few tips of my own onto what msu2001la noted above.

- If possible, before installing a new tubeless tire, leave it out in the sun for a while to warm it up. When they're really warm,...
Forum: Road Cycling
09-20-23, 11:09 AM
Replies: 3,081
Views: 511,778
Posted By hazetguy

around asheville ...

around asheville

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Forum: General Cycling Discussion
09-20-23, 09:10 AM
Replies: 21
Views: 655
Posted By jaxgtr

I've not heard of tubeless specific rims,...

I've not heard of tubeless specific rims, assuming you mean they can only run tubeless tires, which is nothing more than a clincher as you can run tubes in a tubeless tire. So I don't think that is a...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
09-19-23, 01:31 PM
Replies: 21
Views: 655
Posted By msu2001la

Agree that newer wheels and tires seem to be...

Agree that newer wheels and tires seem to be built to better tolerances and mounting/seating is generally easier now than it was 3-4 years ago.
I have Zipp 303S wheels and have used 4-5 different...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
09-19-23, 12:01 PM
Replies: 21
Views: 655
Posted By Atlas Shrugged

Tubeless Progress

In the past few years, I have transitioned all my bikes to tubeless tires. While it took some time to get used to the new technology, I am now a huge advocate of the tubeless ride. I have...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
09-19-23, 11:54 AM
Replies: 115
Views: 3,895
Posted By Polaris OBark

Most bikes that are on the market now have...

Most bikes that are on the market now have thru-axles. They might superficially resemble quick release levers if they have handles on them.

If the dropouts on the fork face forward rather than...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
09-18-23, 05:42 PM
Replies: 68
Views: 2,334
Posted By 79pmooney

That's my aversion to putting hundreds of dollars...

That's my aversion to putting hundreds of dollars of vulnerable stuff in the most vulnerable place on a bike. And to the thread, downsizing from a multi function unit that really counts as two to a...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
09-14-23, 03:58 PM
Replies: 166
Views: 5,355
Posted By Trakhak

Road bikes aren't right for everyone. It's easy...

Road bikes aren't right for everyone. It's easy to forget that BikeForums posters tend to divide into two groups: people who like to ride bikes that are optimized for performance and people who like...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
09-14-23, 02:59 PM
Replies: 166
Views: 5,355
Posted By SurferRosa

I would suggest fast-paced crawling. Great...

I would suggest fast-paced crawling. Great workout. And all she may need to invest in is some good gloves and knee pads.
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
09-14-23, 02:32 PM
Replies: 166
Views: 5,355
Posted By terrymorse

A drag chute is also a better workout.

A drag chute is also a better workout.
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
09-14-23, 12:44 PM
Replies: 37
Views: 1,064
Posted By Rick_D

Same. Pedal-cleat combo with little float, adjust...

Same. Pedal-cleat combo with little float, adjust angle of cleat on shoe as required, set release tension to lightest value. Rotating heel inward should easily unclip. I assume not every pedal-cleat...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
09-14-23, 11:06 AM
Replies: 37
Views: 1,064
Posted By squirtdad

my suggestion would be try spd instead of spd sl...

my suggestion would be try spd instead of spd sl I use both depending on the bike and what type of ride

over all spd is easier to get in and out of for me

I tried speed play and did not like...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
09-13-23, 02:44 PM
Replies: 53
Views: 2,118
Posted By SurferRosa

Normally, "just for looks" is supposed to look,...

Normally, "just for looks" is supposed to look, uh, good. You never hear anyone say, "he cut off his nose 'just for looks.'"
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
09-13-23, 12:53 AM
Replies: 68
Views: 2,334
Posted By Fredo76

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Controls, bottle cage, Cateye speedometer
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
09-12-23, 10:41 PM
Replies: 53
Views: 2,118
Posted By Velo Mule

Vintage Schwinn Super Sport with unwrapped bullhorns

This thread needs more pictures. I mentioned in post #4 that I tried them on my vintage bike but didn't like the looks. I took a pair off a vintage '70's drop bar bike with steel handlebars. I cut...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
09-12-23, 09:44 PM
Replies: 68
Views: 2,334
Posted By mschwett

I like minimal stuff on the bars. two brifters,...

I like minimal stuff on the bars. two brifters, phone.


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Forum: General Cycling Discussion
09-12-23, 08:02 PM
Replies: 113
Views: 3,461
Posted By CAT7RDR

Just one. All my rides the past few years have...

Just one. All my rides the past few years have started and ended at home.
Thinking of breaking this habit soon but I hate wasting riding time by driving to a starting spot.
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
09-12-23, 07:45 PM
Replies: 68
Views: 2,334
Posted By Maelochs

^ Very clean set-up .... I need two lights,...

^ Very clean set-up .... I need two lights, though. :D
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
09-12-23, 12:04 AM
Replies: 53
Views: 2,118
Posted By Maelochs

Pretty much. For a lot of riders bullhorns give...

Pretty much. For a lot of riders bullhorns give almost exactly the same riding experience as drop bars.

Maybe when I have dropped a few pounds the drops will get more use ... but I don't see...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
09-11-23, 04:05 PM
Replies: 68
Views: 2,334
Posted By 10 Wheels

One Bike. ...

One Bike.
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Forum: Road Cycling
09-11-23, 03:52 PM
Replies: 3,081
Views: 511,778
Posted By botty kayer

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Forum: Road Cycling
09-11-23, 03:26 PM
Replies: 3,081
Views: 511,778
Posted By bampilot06

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Forum: Road Cycling
09-11-23, 02:50 PM
Replies: 3,081
Views: 511,778
Posted By David in Maine

yes it is a custom. Built around midreach caliper...

yes it is a custom. Built around midreach caliper brakes so I can fit up to 35c tires. I really love it!

David
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
09-11-23, 12:20 PM
Replies: 25
Views: 696
Posted By Iride01

It'd be pretty hard to find a route to ride...

It'd be pretty hard to find a route to ride around here if one has to have a dedicated turn lane when going from one road to the other. Personally I think most motorist will get the idea that you...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
09-11-23, 11:55 AM
Replies: 68
Views: 2,334
Posted By Eric F

Road - 3... ...

Road - 3...
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Gravel - 4......
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
09-11-23, 11:14 AM
Replies: 68
Views: 2,334
Posted By XxHaimBondxX

No book reader?

No book reader?
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
09-11-23, 10:37 AM
Replies: 25
Views: 696
Posted By Maelochs

I bear you no disrespect, Mr. @rsob, but I cannot...

I bear you no disrespect, Mr. @rsob, but I cannot see the slightest sensible justification for this position.

If there is no turn lane (and on most road there is not,) that That is Exactly the...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
09-11-23, 09:47 AM
Replies: 25
Views: 696
Posted By drlogik

I've been known to swing my elbow and tilt my...

I've been known to swing my elbow and tilt my head in the direction of my turn two or three times if I'm in heavy traffic and can't remain on the berm or bike path. I make it very obvious. I don't...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
09-11-23, 08:21 AM
Replies: 25
Views: 696
Posted By 55murray

IMHO one handed braking is a "skill" that will...

IMHO one handed braking is a "skill" that will cause you far more trouble than if you never learn it.
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
09-11-23, 08:06 AM
Replies: 25
Views: 696
Posted By delbiker1

IMO, in most solo riding scenarios, hand...

IMO, in most solo riding scenarios, hand gesturing for turns and such while on a bicycle are not important, and, can certainly make some situations less safe. I think, for a significant percentage of...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
09-11-23, 07:03 AM
Replies: 25
Views: 696
Posted By CAT7RDR

Spot On! I know I suck in those types of...

Spot On! I know I suck in those types of situations and I do not want to be a hood ornament.
A man has to know his limitations.
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
09-11-23, 06:41 AM
Replies: 25
Views: 696
Posted By noimagination

Personally I agree with you that heavy braking...

Personally I agree with you that heavy braking with only one hand on the bars is too dangerous. Yes, it can be done, but if it's on your commute I think that the risk of something going wrong some...
Forum: Road Cycling
09-10-23, 07:54 PM
Replies: 3,081
Views: 511,778
Posted By FrozenBiker

Blackstone River & Canal, Uxbridge Mass ...

Blackstone River & Canal, Uxbridge Mass
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Forum: General Cycling Discussion
09-10-23, 03:12 PM
Replies: 25
Views: 696
Posted By Iride01

AFAIK most state laws say that you don't have to...

AFAIK most state laws say that you don't have to signal if you cannot safely maintain control of your bike. So just drop the hand down for a moment if you can. A car behind you will likely see the...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
09-10-23, 03:04 PM
Replies: 25
Views: 696
Posted By Mtracer

If this turn is not being made at an intersection...

If this turn is not being made at an intersection with a stop sign or left turn lane, I'd be reluctant to do that in traffic downhill or not. I'll do similar things, but I ride or stop on the...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
09-10-23, 09:49 AM
Replies: 25
Views: 696
Posted By Troul

Id choose personal safety before gesturing a...

Id choose personal safety before gesturing a turn.

If that's not an acceptable logic, maybe pull to the side & wait for traffic to clear & reoccupy the lane to resume your direction.
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
09-10-23, 08:50 AM
Replies: 25
Views: 696
Posted By wheelreason

Yeah, that can be a tricky left as described, it...

Yeah, that can be a tricky left as described, it depends on the grade, how straight the road is and visibility range. What I do in similar situations is check behind for traffic, then signal a left...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
09-10-23, 08:21 AM
Replies: 25
Views: 696
Posted By Chuck M

If you are already taking the lane, hopefully...

If you are already taking the lane, hopefully vehicles behind you are already aware of you. A rear light should aid in them seeing you. I signal before the turn and then return my hand to the bar...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
09-10-23, 07:17 AM
Replies: 25
Views: 696
Posted By rm -rf

My reactions: 1. Is there any alternate...

My reactions:

1. Is there any alternate route you can take? (I'm assuming "no".) Is there anywhere to pull off near the left turn, to clear traffic? I'd even go farther downhill a little past...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
09-10-23, 05:12 AM
Replies: 223
Views: 5,659
Posted By Trakhak

"Everything you read claims ebikes give a better...

"Everything you read claims ebikes give a better workout?"

Really? Never read that anywhere. Please give at least a couple of links to pages where that claim is made.
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
09-10-23, 05:06 AM
Replies: 223
Views: 5,659
Posted By indyfabz

Here we go again.

Here we go again.
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
09-10-23, 03:56 AM
Replies: 223
Views: 5,659
Posted By PeteHski

There are different types of e-bike. The ones...

There are different types of e-bike. The ones ridden for exercise have to be pedalled just like a normal bike. They can be useful for training if you live in a hilly or windy location. For example...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
09-10-23, 02:36 AM
Replies: 25
Views: 696
Posted By Maelochs

That is potentially tricky .... first I agree,...

That is potentially tricky .... first I agree, practice ... second if it were me I would take the lane so that cars wouldn't pass me.
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
09-10-23, 02:34 AM
Replies: 223
Views: 5,659
Posted By Maelochs

Because people won't ride regular bikes because...

Because people won't ride regular bikes because it is too hard ... so an e-bike is better than nothing
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