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Forum: Advocacy & Safety
06-07-05, 10:35 PM
Replies: 99
Views: 4,365
Posted By Trab

Sometimes I wear one, sometimes not. Depends on...

Sometimes I wear one, sometimes not. Depends on the riding situation. For example, I wear one on riskier rides (like mountain biking) but usually not on less risky rides (like an isolated bike path...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
05-31-05, 11:40 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 509
Posted By Trab

Keep in mind NYC is the bicycle theft capital of...

Keep in mind NYC is the bicycle theft capital of the country, so many riders use the cheapest looking, most beat up looking bike they can find for "getting around." Anything halfway decent has a...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
05-31-05, 04:38 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 310
Posted By Trab

Cool link. Thanks.

Cool link. Thanks.
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
05-31-05, 03:42 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 478
Posted By Trab

I think it's up to the buyer to know what size...

I think it's up to the buyer to know what size frame he/she needs. Giving out info about who would fit this bike is a bit of a gamble for a seller. This is because people who are the exact same...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
05-31-05, 01:34 PM
Replies: 34
Views: 3,272
Posted By Trab

I'm going with jerk store. Jerk store!

I'm going with jerk store. Jerk store!
Forum: Advocacy & Safety
03-29-05, 05:15 PM
Replies: 38
Views: 3,073
Posted By Trab

The writer seems to be confused about what...

The writer seems to be confused about what constitutes a vehicle. I doubt that lights, horns, and licenses are included in any definition of a vehicle. I think Karldar defined it most succinctly...
Forum: Advocacy & Safety
03-29-05, 04:38 PM
Replies: 23
Views: 2,120
Posted By Trab

Perhaps the lesson here is to take breaks...

Perhaps the lesson here is to take breaks completely off the road, if possible, as opposed to stopping on the shoulder of the road.
Forum: Advocacy & Safety
12-17-04, 12:04 PM
Replies: 47
Views: 2,287
Posted By Trab

Nobody is stopping you from starting positive...

Nobody is stopping you from starting positive threads (although I don't think this one qualifies.) Lead by example.
Forum: Touring
12-13-04, 11:32 PM
Replies: 41
Views: 8,347
Posted By Trab

I do the same. That way, if you stop for lunch...

I do the same. That way, if you stop for lunch in a restaurant or stroll around in a public place mid-ride, you don't look like a moron.
Forum: Advocacy & Safety
12-13-04, 11:17 PM
Replies: 37
Views: 1,963
Posted By Trab

It depends on the state. The Supreme Court just...

It depends on the state. The Supreme Court just upheld such a law for Nevada.


Refusing to Give Name a Crime
Supreme Court Upholds Nevada Law Requiring Identification...
Forum: Advocacy & Safety
12-13-04, 03:37 PM
Replies: 59
Views: 4,229
Posted By Trab

Anthony King and coldcanuck...great rants.

Anthony King and coldcanuck...great rants.
Forum: Advocacy & Safety
12-13-04, 03:03 PM
Replies: 35
Views: 1,716
Posted By Trab

Or pedestrians. How about the car that plowed...

Or pedestrians. How about the car that plowed through a farmers market killing a bunch of people? That would be real hard to do on a bicycle.
Forum: Advocacy & Safety
12-11-04, 02:39 PM
Replies: 57
Views: 2,410
Posted By Trab

There have been studies done that calculate...

There have been studies done that calculate "hidden" costs of gas in the US, factoring in things like subsidies paid to oil companies, military incursions in the Middle East, and environmental...
Forum: Advocacy & Safety
12-11-04, 02:20 PM
Replies: 59
Views: 4,229
Posted By Trab

It's the same deal in California. A "ticket" for...

It's the same deal in California. A "ticket" for a moving violation is usually a "notice to appear." In other words, a court summons. When you sign the ticket, you are agreeing to appear in court...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
12-02-04, 09:23 PM
Replies: 63
Views: 3,489
Posted By Trab

I suppose it's quite a challenge to come up with...

I suppose it's quite a challenge to come up with new and interesting material for a magazine with such narrow subject matter. That's the main reason I don't read bicycling magazines. Too...
Forum: Advocacy & Safety
11-27-04, 07:28 PM
Replies: 30
Views: 2,182
Posted By Trab

Shocking story. Things are really getting crazy...

Shocking story. Things are really getting crazy out there. (I guess this answers the thread "Does anyone carry a gun?")



...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
11-12-04, 07:30 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 342
Posted By Trab

Actually, I don't remember for sure. This was a...

Actually, I don't remember for sure. This was a few years ago. I think it was something like $2000.
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
11-12-04, 07:12 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 342
Posted By Trab

I did it once. It is quite a bit of work between...

I did it once. It is quite a bit of work between the fundraising and the training, but how much time it takes depends on a lot of variables. For example, some people just have a better network for...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
11-12-04, 11:29 AM
Replies: 73
Views: 3,662
Posted By Trab

I was once confronted by police in a similar...

I was once confronted by police in a similar fashion as the original post. I was riding my bike and they stopped me because I fit the description of someone who had just attempted a break-in nearby....
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
11-07-04, 12:49 AM
Replies: 11
Views: 577
Posted By Trab

Wow, thanks everybody for the compliments. I...

Wow, thanks everybody for the compliments.

I must admit though, I had the shop face the bottom bracket shell and headtube, and also install the headset races, but I did the rest myself. I did hit...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
11-06-04, 07:57 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 577
Posted By Trab

Thanks. It's a 36T single speed ring (no ramps)...

Thanks. It's a 36T single speed ring (no ramps) plus a Spot chainguard. I used these to keep the chain from falling off since there is no front derailleur to keep it in place. It seems to be...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
11-06-04, 07:22 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 577
Posted By Trab

A harmonic convergence of new, used, and spare...

A harmonic convergence of new, used, and spare parts. It consists of a Soma Groove frameset (Reynolds 631 steel), XT/LX components, and Sun rims. It's the first bike I've ever built, and I am very...
Forum: Advocacy & Safety
10-02-04, 08:57 PM
Replies: 34
Views: 2,291
Posted By Trab

Cool. How are those bar-end shifters working for...

Cool. How are those bar-end shifters working for you? Is it easy to find gears with them? I was thinking of getting those on my next road bike.
Forum: Advocacy & Safety
10-02-04, 06:38 PM
Replies: 34
Views: 2,291
Posted By Trab

You could put these on your bike: ...

You could put these on your bike:

http://www.fossilfool.com/down-low-glow.htm


P.S. Patch29, that is a sweet looking Surley.
Forum: Advocacy & Safety
10-02-04, 06:23 PM
Replies: 40
Views: 2,228
Posted By Trab

One of my worst wipeouts occurred when a chicken...

One of my worst wipeouts occurred when a chicken ran out in front of me while I was mountain biking down a steep trail in Costa Rica. After hitting the chicken, I went flying over the handlebars. ...
Forum: Advocacy & Safety
10-02-04, 06:11 PM
Replies: 27
Views: 1,635
Posted By Trab

I live in an area that is only accessible by...

I live in an area that is only accessible by curvy, two lane mountain roads with no shoulder. Lots of cyclists ride on them, especially on the weekends. I have no problem passing them when I am...
Forum: Advocacy & Safety
10-02-04, 05:59 PM
Replies: 32
Views: 1,774
Posted By Trab

Yes, which brings us to another study regarding...

Yes, which brings us to another study regarding the negative impact of our car culture. Too bad the federal government and auto industries favor profit over the health of children.


Smog Harms...
Forum: Commuting
08-17-04, 12:58 AM
Replies: 27
Views: 2,345
Posted By Trab

My city bike is a late 80s rigid mountain bike...

My city bike is a late 80s rigid mountain bike with slick tires and single speed conversion. It looks cheap, but it rides great. Something like that would make a fine campus bike.
Forum: Mountain Biking
08-17-04, 12:47 AM
Replies: 16
Views: 1,772
Posted By Trab

Mine has a rubbery taste, but it's not very...

Mine has a rubbery taste, but it's not very strong. Mine is 5 years old now, so maybe it has worn off over time. You could try mixing some lemon juice in with your water which may cover the rubber...
Forum: Mountain Biking
08-16-04, 11:55 PM
Replies: 14
Views: 866
Posted By Trab

Well, the bike feels good to you and that is very...

Well, the bike feels good to you and that is very important. You bought from your LBS, so you probably got the proper fit and they probably offer free maintenace on the bike. (One year seems to be...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
08-16-04, 11:37 PM
Replies: 17
Views: 3,304
Posted By Trab

Good to know. That's why I come here. All kinds...

Good to know. That's why I come here. All kinds of useful tidbits.
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
08-16-04, 11:23 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 612
Posted By Trab

Yes, I do seem to remember seeing "accu-shift"...

Yes, I do seem to remember seeing "accu-shift" somewhere on there. LOL!


Yeah, I did a whole index adjustment using the method outlined in Barnett's manual.


Yes, it is a 7-speed cassette....
Forum: Mountain Biking
08-16-04, 10:50 PM
Replies: 49
Views: 3,792
Posted By Trab

In my case, absolutely. I've had my MULE for...

In my case, absolutely. I've had my MULE for five years now, and have used it for biking and hiking on three continents. I even use it as a daypack when I am exploring a new city on foot. (In the...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
08-16-04, 10:38 PM
Replies: 17
Views: 3,304
Posted By Trab

I like the Prestas because they have a little...

I like the Prestas because they have a little lockring which secures the valve to the rim. This way, when you attach your pump to the valve, it doesn't push the valve down into the tire. It stays...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
08-16-04, 10:20 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 612
Posted By Trab

Some problems are kind of hard to explain, but...

Some problems are kind of hard to explain, but here goes.

The main problem is with the rear derailleur, which uses a sort of rapidfire lever set-up (one lever for shifting up, and one for shifting...
Forum: Mountain Biking
08-16-04, 05:35 PM
Replies: 14
Views: 866
Posted By Trab

$400 seems way overpriced for a 4-year-old Bear...

$400 seems way overpriced for a 4-year-old Bear Valley considering you can get a brand new 2004 Bear Valley for $550 retail. (And that will probably come with 1 year free maintenance at your local...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
08-16-04, 05:16 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 612
Posted By Trab

A friend of mine has a 13-year-old Specialized...

A friend of mine has a 13-year-old Specialized Rockhopper with Suntour shifters and derailleurs. He was having a lot of trouble with shifting: rough shifting, ghost shifting, clattering noises after...
Forum: Advocacy & Safety
08-15-04, 06:38 PM
Replies: 155
Views: 7,359
Posted By Trab

That may be one reason. But I think a more...

That may be one reason. But I think a more significant factor is real estate values. In many cities, the real estate values are so high that many people migrate out to suburban areas where homes...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
08-15-04, 02:24 PM
Replies: 14
Views: 830
Posted By Trab

Too many variables. Go out where? Movies? ...

Too many variables.
Go out where? Movies? Party? Football game? Shopping for women's shoes? Her mother's house?
What's the weather like?
How's the relationship going? New and blissful? Or...
Forum: Singlespeed & Fixed Gear
08-14-04, 08:14 PM
Replies: 20
Views: 1,319
Posted By Trab

That is definitely one sweet ride, buddah...

That is definitely one sweet ride, buddah knuckle. I especially like the ability to mount a water bottle cage.


When the rear wheel on my friend's big wheel developed a hole from braking, we...
Forum: Singlespeed & Fixed Gear
08-13-04, 08:13 PM
Replies: 49
Views: 2,491
Posted By Trab

I like all bikes. Why be divisive? Cyclists...

I like all bikes. Why be divisive? Cyclists unite!
Forum: Advocacy & Safety
08-10-04, 01:59 AM
Replies: 155
Views: 7,359
Posted By Trab

I visited the Grand Canyon for the first time...

I visited the Grand Canyon for the first time last summer. I went to the north rim which has smaller crowds than the south rim, but there were still a lot of people there, and the SUVs were...
Forum: Singlespeed & Fixed Gear
07-19-04, 12:50 PM
Replies: 67
Views: 3,826
Posted By Trab

Here is mine... Lost in Space helmet by Remco. ...

Here is mine... Lost in Space helmet by Remco.

http://www.lostintoys.com/museum/images/helgun2.jpg
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
07-16-04, 12:20 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 1,015
Posted By Trab

I've always said, "Out of true." But how...

I've always said, "Out of true."

But how about, "My wheel is lying"?
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
07-13-04, 11:33 PM
Replies: 14
Views: 2,543
Posted By Trab

I'm thinking the same thing. I have a pair of...

I'm thinking the same thing. I have a pair of shoes that work fine, but they SQUEAK when I pedal. It's driving me mad!!! :mad:
Forum: Advocacy & Safety
07-12-04, 09:31 AM
Replies: 55
Views: 3,294
Posted By Trab

This is the disadvantage of living in an area...

This is the disadvantage of living in an area with a relatively low crime rate. The local police waste their time and taxpayer money on this kind of BS.
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
07-12-04, 09:11 AM
Replies: 6
Views: 771
Posted By Trab

Bah! Some cycle tourists pull trailers for...

Bah! Some cycle tourists pull trailers for thousands of miles. Maybe stuff will wear quicker, but so what? At least you are out there riding and enjoying it, and I bet your kids enjoy it too. ...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
07-11-04, 10:23 PM
Replies: 34
Views: 1,792
Posted By Trab

That may be the problem. The sweat picks up the...

That may be the problem. The sweat picks up the sunscreen and gets it into your eyes. It's happened to me before.
Forum: Advocacy & Safety
07-09-04, 05:04 PM
Replies: 24
Views: 1,545
Posted By Trab

When I was a lad, my friends and I used to...

When I was a lad, my friends and I used to ghostride our bikes all the time. We would compete against eachother to see who could ghostride the farthest. Surprisingly enough, I never did any serious...
Forum: Advocacy & Safety
07-01-04, 12:49 PM
Replies: 41
Views: 2,274
Posted By Trab

How about: I don't wear a helmet to spite...

How about: I don't wear a helmet to spite annoying self-appointed safety monitors.
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