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Forum: Electronics, Lighting, & Gadgets
04-12-24, 05:25 PM
Replies: 32
Views: 1,042
Posted By RuggerJoe

None of them have cadence, or any of the nice...

None of them have cadence, or any of the nice features of the wireless versions. I just miss my Astrale.
Forum: Electronics, Lighting, & Gadgets
04-12-24, 03:54 PM
Replies: 32
Views: 1,042
Posted By RuggerJoe

No more wired computers?

Am I turning into a grumpy old man, or is anyone else annoyed that they don't seem to make wired computers any more. I miss my old Cat Eye. Wired with magnets an no extra batteries to worry about.
Forum: Clydesdales/Athenas (200+ lb / 91+ kg)
04-12-24, 03:14 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 899
Posted By RuggerJoe

Wondering how the Hardrock worked out. That was...

Wondering how the Hardrock worked out. That was my ride for 30 years until it was stolen.
Forum: Clydesdales/Athenas (200+ lb / 91+ kg)
04-12-24, 02:44 PM
Replies: 3,556
Views: 2,498,406
Posted By RuggerJoe

Hey everyone. I'm back to the forums after some...

Hey everyone. I'm back to the forums after some time away from biking and becoming a bigger clyde (5' 10" 310 lbs) . Previously I was bike commuting to and from work but that's not an option after...
Forum: Introductions
04-12-24, 02:12 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 284
Posted By RuggerJoe

Reintroduction from Chicago

It's been a while since I've been on the forum. Finally picked up a new bike so i can ride around with my kids now that they are big enough. Picked up a Marin Muirwoods and already trying to decide...
Forum: Clydesdales/Athenas (200+ lb / 91+ kg)
09-03-19, 08:06 AM
Replies: 18
Views: 3,016
Posted By RuggerJoe

Been wondering if I'm making a mistake by not...

Been wondering if I'm making a mistake by not considering aluminum frames. Back 10 year ago when i decided to rebuild my Hardrock the consensus was that a steel frame was better considering my...
Forum: Clydesdales/Athenas (200+ lb / 91+ kg)
08-28-19, 12:21 PM
Replies: 18
Views: 3,016
Posted By RuggerJoe

Shot them an email this morning, waiting to hear...

Shot them an email this morning, waiting to hear back.
Forum: Clydesdales/Athenas (200+ lb / 91+ kg)
08-28-19, 08:44 AM
Replies: 18
Views: 3,016
Posted By RuggerJoe

I'm a little hesitant to get a bike with an...

I'm a little hesitant to get a bike with an aluminum frame. But there doesn't seem to be many companies making bikes with CrMO steel frames that are in my price range, under $1000 and preferably...
Forum: Clydesdales/Athenas (200+ lb / 91+ kg)
08-27-19, 12:22 PM
Replies: 18
Views: 3,016
Posted By RuggerJoe

Need a new bike

Hey all, It has been a while since I posted to the forum, but my '90 Specialized HardRock (https://www.bikeforums.net/12623816-post8263.html) was stolen from my garage last week. I'm going to be...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
09-28-11, 04:11 PM
Replies: 75
Views: 3,906
Posted By RuggerJoe

I think I'm free that day. I'll try to make it.

I think I'm free that day. I'll try to make it.
Forum: Clydesdales/Athenas (200+ lb / 91+ kg)
09-17-11, 07:19 AM
Replies: 55
Views: 2,675
Posted By RuggerJoe

First ride in nearly 20 years, 6.5 miles to work....

First ride in nearly 20 years, 6.5 miles to work. I took the bus home that night.
Forum: Commuting
08-02-11, 07:35 PM
Replies: 56
Views: 2,158
Posted By RuggerJoe

So the Mace is for the owner and not the dog. ...

So the Mace is for the owner and not the dog. You really can't blame a dog for the stupidity of the owner.
Forum: Commuting
08-02-11, 07:21 PM
Replies: 56
Views: 2,158
Posted By RuggerJoe

In Chicago You don't get to go before a real...

In Chicago You don't get to go before a real judge, and the "judge" doesn't have any discretion. There are only 7 reasons to dismiss a ticket. And rendering aid to a barely conscious person lying...
Forum: Commuting
07-31-11, 06:47 PM
Replies: 56
Views: 2,158
Posted By RuggerJoe

Getting a $150 ticket for quickly parking my car...

Getting a $150 ticket for quickly parking my car to help a person collapsed in the street 100 feet back because my rear left tire was in the bike lane, but I'm constantly having to ride around...
Forum: Commuting
07-29-11, 09:44 AM
Replies: 327
Views: 46,723
Posted By RuggerJoe

... when you realize you enjoy going to work, but...

... when you realize you enjoy going to work, but not actually getting to the office.
Forum: Hybrid Bicycles
07-23-11, 02:15 PM
Replies: 43
Views: 5,746
Posted By RuggerJoe

Yes I mean my cyclo-computer. And it lives in my...

Yes I mean my cyclo-computer. And it lives in my wedge when it's not on my handle bars.
Forum: Hybrid Bicycles
07-22-11, 08:37 PM
Replies: 43
Views: 5,746
Posted By RuggerJoe

In my saddle wedge: CO2 inflator and 2...

In my saddle wedge:

CO2 inflator and 2 cartridges
2 tire levers
patches
emory board
Multi tool
chain tool
box wrench
tube
Forum: Electronics, Lighting, & Gadgets
07-20-11, 04:01 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 1,429
Posted By RuggerJoe

So for those of you who have had the Vis 360 for...

So for those of you who have had the Vis 360 for the last year what do you think of them? I'm considering getting it for when my commute extends into the dusk hours in the fall and winter.
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
07-20-11, 09:06 AM
Replies: 3
Views: 466
Posted By RuggerJoe

Creaking from Crank.

I've been trying to diagnose a creak coming from the bottom bracket or cranks. It hear it with every 180 degrees of rotation of the crank arms when they are in the vertical position. Going over the...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
07-18-11, 09:30 AM
Replies: 29
Views: 1,441
Posted By RuggerJoe

Forget front and rear rack/baskets - I want to...

Forget front and rear rack/baskets - I want to know where Bianchigirll got a wine bottle rack!
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
07-15-11, 08:32 PM
Replies: 29
Views: 1,441
Posted By RuggerJoe

210726 Rear rack for pannier for my work...

210726
Rear rack for pannier for my work clothes. A front rack would make me feel like I should have Toto with me.

@JoeJack - not sure I want ot know the story of what happened there.
Forum: Hybrid Bicycles
07-15-11, 08:28 PM
Replies: 31
Views: 4,731
Posted By RuggerJoe

Those are quite interesting. Might have to...

Those are quite interesting. Might have to consider those.
Forum: Commuting
07-08-11, 08:35 AM
Replies: 27
Views: 3,206
Posted By RuggerJoe

I've used the Bus racks here in Chicago a few...

I've used the Bus racks here in Chicago a few times when I first started commuting and my conditioning wasn't up to par yet, once when the weather got nasty and once when I had a double flat and...
Forum: Clydesdales/Athenas (200+ lb / 91+ kg)
06-28-11, 09:07 AM
Replies: 45
Views: 1,983
Posted By RuggerJoe

Four months since I started to eat better and get...

Four months since I started to eat better and get in better shape. I was 349 lbs back then. On Feb 15th I started Atkins. First time any sort of diet worked for me. Beginning in April I started...
Forum: Commuting
06-20-11, 02:38 PM
Replies: 80
Views: 4,193
Posted By RuggerJoe

Every vehicle code I've read states you must stop...

Every vehicle code I've read states you must stop before entering a intersection controlled by a sign or traffic signal unless there is a stop bar or crosswalk. Then you must stop before the bar or...
Forum: Clydesdales/Athenas (200+ lb / 91+ kg)
06-15-11, 09:19 AM
Replies: 582
Views: 275,097
Posted By RuggerJoe

Keep in mind that just because it not banned...

Keep in mind that just because it not banned under the state code, it can still be banned at the county or municiple level.
Forum: Electronics, Lighting, & Gadgets
06-01-11, 08:58 AM
Replies: 34
Views: 3,561
Posted By RuggerJoe

I'm split. I don't want to blind a driver, but I...

I'm split. I don't want to blind a driver, but I want to be seen. I feel this would be great in day time condition in low visability. where the tailight can get over powered, but at the same time I...
Forum: Advocacy & Safety
05-17-11, 01:02 PM
Replies: 63
Views: 3,762
Posted By RuggerJoe

Unless it's different in VA, you can't be charged...

Unless it's different in VA, you can't be charged with tresspass if there is no posted signs or you have breached a baracade, fence or wall.
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
05-16-11, 10:17 AM
Replies: 6
Views: 573
Posted By RuggerJoe

I picked up a bike to use for parts for a few...

I picked up a bike to use for parts for a few bucks last week. Since then I noticed the wobble getting worse. I Didn't get the rear whell on tight and yanked it off when starting up from a stop like...
Forum: Clydesdales/Athenas (200+ lb / 91+ kg)
05-15-11, 01:35 PM
Replies: 582
Views: 275,097
Posted By RuggerJoe

Good to hear 1) that you just got out there and...

Good to hear 1) that you just got out there and did it, and 2) that your nieghbors kids are well raised!
Forum: Commuting
05-14-11, 08:35 PM
Replies: 15,695
Views: 12,383,899
Posted By RuggerJoe

Check out the Novara Commuter ...

Check out the Novara Commuter
(http://www.rei.com/product/780448/novara-commuter-single-pannier)
Forum: Commuting
05-13-11, 01:02 PM
Replies: 35
Views: 2,476
Posted By RuggerJoe

I didn't even have mine with me. I know dumb. ...

I didn't even have mine with me. I know dumb. But I do know it's alot of work to fill pump up a tire with it.
Forum: Commuting
05-13-11, 09:43 AM
Replies: 35
Views: 2,476
Posted By RuggerJoe

I'm currently riding big fat tires, Michelin City...

I'm currently riding big fat tires, Michelin City 26x1.85. Though I'm thinking about getting something a little narrower. These are just a little too big and I'm always having clearance issues with...
Forum: Commuting
05-13-11, 07:55 AM
Replies: 35
Views: 2,476
Posted By RuggerJoe

2 CO2 cartidges+ 2 fLats + 0 pumps = taking the bus

So I have 2 flats and killed both CO2 cartridges I had with me on the first.

I already have a Zefal double shot pump (which I didn't have with me), but it's close to 20 years old and and a PITA...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
05-12-11, 02:20 PM
Replies: 34
Views: 1,682
Posted By RuggerJoe

I guess I've been making it more complex than I...

I guess I've been making it more complex than I needed to. I never thought of engraving the mark with a hacksaw or using a reflector clamp. I've got both sitting around in the basement.
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
05-12-11, 01:10 PM
Replies: 34
Views: 1,682
Posted By RuggerJoe

I've been doing that....but the tape eventually...

I've been doing that....but the tape eventually falls off or slides up. Thought about using a hose clamp, but don't like how it looks.
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
05-12-11, 01:02 PM
Replies: 34
Views: 1,682
Posted By RuggerJoe

Dumb question - looking for a part

I've always taken my seat off when I lock my bike up. But I hate trying to get it back to the right height again. Does someone make a collar that clamps directly to the seatpost so the seat can be...
Forum: Commuting
05-10-11, 03:15 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 635
Posted By RuggerJoe

Would you guys mind doing me a small favor and...

Would you guys mind doing me a small favor and let me know how far back the your racks extend from a point directly over the chain stay bolt?
Forum: Commuting
05-10-11, 03:03 PM
Replies: 15,695
Views: 12,383,899
Posted By RuggerJoe

Nothing special here. 201393

Nothing special here.

201393
Forum: Commuting
05-10-11, 11:49 AM
Replies: 46
Views: 2,003
Posted By RuggerJoe

I'm In chicago too, riding from the north side to...

I'm In chicago too, riding from the north side to just west of the loop. I'd say the majority of riders I see in my commutes have either back packs or messenger bags.

I used a backpack the first...
Forum: Commuting
05-10-11, 11:13 AM
Replies: 8
Views: 635
Posted By RuggerJoe

I've got an Novara Commuter pannier. It's fairly...

I've got an Novara Commuter pannier. It's fairly square, all though the side pouches dont go down to the bottom.

201370

I've got the hooks set so the bag is as far back on the rack as it can...
Forum: Commuting
05-10-11, 09:28 AM
Replies: 8
Views: 635
Posted By RuggerJoe

Need a longer rack

Iver been using a Mt. Blackburn rack on my bike with my panniers. For the most part they work fine, with the exception that they are a little too short. With me pannier mounted as far back as they...
Forum: Clydesdales/Athenas (200+ lb / 91+ kg)
05-08-11, 06:33 PM
Replies: 35
Views: 1,610
Posted By RuggerJoe

When I first got that bike about 20 years ago, I...

When I first got that bike about 20 years ago, I would have never put fenders one it. That just wasn't cool.

I was thinking That the frame had shorter chainstays than a road bike. But that still...
Forum: Clydesdales/Athenas (200+ lb / 91+ kg)
05-06-11, 07:18 PM
Replies: 18
Views: 659
Posted By RuggerJoe

I vote for the Hardrock...though I have a...

I vote for the Hardrock...though I have a softspot for them seeing that I'm riding a 20 years old one on my daily commute. Swap out the knobby tires from some slicks and she'll be fine on the...
Forum: Clydesdales/Athenas (200+ lb / 91+ kg)
05-06-11, 07:02 PM
Replies: 582
Views: 275,097
Posted By RuggerJoe

I'll startoff by sayiong I was 350 at the...

I'll startoff by sayiong I was 350 at the begining of the year and before I decided to do something about it. now after a few months of adjusting my diet and biking to and from work I'm over 1/3rd of...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
05-06-11, 06:21 PM
Replies: 15
Views: 1,415
Posted By RuggerJoe

FYI - metal tapes tabs are supposed to be loose. ...

FYI - metal tapes tabs are supposed to be loose. it should move the thickness of the tab. This way when you hook the tab over an edge it will measure the same as if you but the tape into a corner.
Forum: Clydesdales/Athenas (200+ lb / 91+ kg)
05-06-11, 06:00 PM
Replies: 273
Views: 13,157
Posted By RuggerJoe

Forensic scientist

Forensic scientist
Forum: Clydesdales/Athenas (200+ lb / 91+ kg)
05-06-11, 01:11 PM
Replies: 35
Views: 1,610
Posted By RuggerJoe

Thought I would share a shot of the cleaned up...

Thought I would share a shot of the cleaned up bike with a few upgrades. It's been my almost daily commuter for 4 weeks now. While it still needs a little more work it's been a great ride. Thanks for...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
05-06-11, 12:34 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 573
Posted By RuggerJoe

I don't think any of the arms are bent. The...

I don't think any of the arms are bent. The rings all seem nice and flat thought I haven't looked at them that closely. Just when I look down as I pedal the rings wobble in and out together. I do...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
05-06-11, 12:24 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 724
Posted By RuggerJoe

Thanks for the input. My bike is being used as a...

Thanks for the input. My bike is being used as a commuting bike and joy rides here and there. One other (silly) question I just thought of, are there any clearance issues with fenders and V-brakes?...
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