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Forum: Northern California
03-26-23, 11:20 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 1,424
Posted By johntrev

I did this trip/ ride in 2010. Living in San...

I did this trip/ ride in 2010. Living in San Francisco, I rented a car at the SF airport, and drove it with my bike and gear to the Crescent City airport, where we dropped off the car and started...
Forum: Northern California
08-21-21, 10:02 PM
Replies: 19
Views: 1,941
Posted By johntrev

With long lines often literally a block and a...

With long lines often literally a block and a half or two long, it's not exactly convenient, but the smell of croissants from Arsicault Bakery on San Francisco biking thoroughfare Arguello (at...
Forum: Folding Bikes
08-06-21, 12:18 AM
Replies: 9
Views: 6,676
Posted By johntrev

This is the exact same case that Bike Friday used...

This is the exact same case that Bike Friday used to use with its folding bikes. I have two that came with my tandem Twosday (20+ years old now); I use one of them when traveling with my BF folding...
Forum: Northern California
07-18-21, 05:56 PM
Replies: 29
Views: 2,809
Posted By johntrev

The above Mt Lemmon deer collision video brings...

The above Mt Lemmon deer collision video brings to mind another video of a collision closer to home...probably most Bay Area riders have at least once ridden over the Golden Gate Bridge and down the...
Forum: Electronics, Lighting, & Gadgets
01-09-20, 11:06 AM
Replies: 13
Views: 2,027
Posted By johntrev

Update: I ended up buying the Garmin Instinct,...

Update: I ended up buying the Garmin Instinct, choosing it at $200 over the Garmin Vivoactive 3, which was around $130. It seems all these watches have far more features than you could ever make...
Forum: Electronics, Lighting, & Gadgets
11-27-19, 07:22 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 2,027
Posted By johntrev

...Still haven't decided; I can wait a little...

...Still haven't decided; I can wait a little while longer and still give my wife a helpful Christmas gift hint. I like the rugged looks of the Garmin Instinct; thanks, RGMN. I like the keeping it...
Forum: Electronics, Lighting, & Gadgets
11-19-19, 05:36 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 2,027
Posted By johntrev

These are all good points; thank you.

These are all good points; thank you.
Forum: Electronics, Lighting, & Gadgets
11-19-19, 11:23 AM
Replies: 13
Views: 2,027
Posted By johntrev

Thanks for the fleshed out reply. It seems many...

Thanks for the fleshed out reply. It seems many functions/features of GPS units are bells and whistles of questionable value, so it's helpful to know what features others actually find useful. ...
Forum: Electronics, Lighting, & Gadgets
11-17-19, 11:30 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 2,027
Posted By johntrev

Thanks, Seattle Forrest. Which Garmin are you...

Thanks, Seattle Forrest. Which Garmin are you using? Do you wear it for both running and cycling? What features are valuable to you to which I should open my eyes?
Forum: Electronics, Lighting, & Gadgets
11-16-19, 01:47 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 2,027
Posted By johntrev

GPS Watch reccomendations for cycling and running

I'm retiring my ancient (10+ years old) Garmin Forerunner 305, and looking for a new GPS unit that will work for both running and cycling. I have a cyclocomputer, and again, want this for running...
Forum: Road Cycling
04-02-18, 09:02 PM
Replies: 23
Views: 2,098
Posted By johntrev

Personally, I'd have a hard time paying $93 for a...

Personally, I'd have a hard time paying $93 for a pair of pedals. There are plenty of other pedal options; here are a similar Shimano pair at less than a third the price, at only a marginally...
Forum: Folding Bikes
12-23-17, 12:05 AM
Replies: 27
Views: 4,900
Posted By johntrev

I'm not entirely sure about my longest ride on my...

I'm not entirely sure about my longest ride on my Bike Friday (which is the more modestly equipped and more upright flat bar Metro, not a Pocket Rocket), but it may have been the climb up 10,000 ft....
Forum: Touring
10-26-17, 09:36 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 1,196
Posted By johntrev

A three day trip is perfectly manageable; go for...

A three day trip is perfectly manageable; go for it! Here's my report on the trip I took a few years back with my then 10 and 5 year old. I'll echo much of what has already been mentioned; keep it...
Forum: Northern California
10-16-16, 09:14 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 1,721
Posted By johntrev

Two excellent suggestions from cthenn (post #2)....

Two excellent suggestions from cthenn (post #2). On the suggested Old La Honda ride, I like to take Pescadero Creek road from La Honda to Pescadero, then north on Stage Road to San Gregorio,...
Forum: Fifty Plus (50+)
07-03-16, 12:29 PM
Replies: 21
Views: 1,716
Posted By johntrev

I typically ride on the roads; on trails I ride...

I typically ride on the roads; on trails I ride my rigid fork hard-tail 1988 Stumpjumper Comp I've had since new. I too am tempted to upgrade, but only ride on trails a few times a year, so stick...
Forum: Northern California
06-13-16, 08:03 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 740
Posted By johntrev

Of course you could also take BART into San...

Of course you could also take BART into San Francisco and ride from there. Your question made me wonder though about the proposed plan to add a bike lane to the Richmond-San Rafael Bridge. It is...
Forum: Northern California
06-09-16, 08:42 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 972
Posted By johntrev

I regularly ride over the GG Bridge, and used to...

I regularly ride over the GG Bridge, and used to ride with my kids over the bridge, by tandem bike, when they were about your son's age. I see kids from time to time on the bridge, but given the...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
04-18-16, 09:12 AM
Replies: 7
Views: 5,026
Posted By johntrev

AtomicZombie - Downloadable plans for DIY...

AtomicZombie - Downloadable plans for DIY Recumbent Bike, Trike, and Choppers (http://www.atomiczombie.com/DIY%20Plans.aspx)
Forum: Commuting
02-11-16, 12:57 AM
Replies: 81
Views: 7,874
Posted By johntrev

In San Francisco, cyclists on the Mosquito...

In San Francisco, cyclists on the Mosquito Abatement team ride bikes from storm drain to storm drain around town, guarding against West Nile virus. Once a month, every strong drain in the city gets...
Forum: Road Cycling
02-11-16, 12:28 AM
Replies: 37
Views: 4,969
Posted By johntrev

Sierra Trading Post has a number of options under...

Sierra Trading Post has a number of options under $30. I just bought a pair of the Louis Garneau Request MS shorts for $25, but they haven't arrived yet. Men's Cycling Shorts & Bibs: Average...
Forum: Northern California
02-01-16, 03:01 PM
Replies: 1
Views: 837
Posted By johntrev

2016 Wine Country Century

Just a heads up that registration for the May 7, 2016 Wine Country Century is now open. More than 60% of the 2500 spots have been claimed in the 12 hours reg. has been open. Better act soon if you...
Forum: Northern California
10-25-15, 09:36 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 3,767
Posted By johntrev

If your current rides are around 35 miles, you...

If your current rides are around 35 miles, you may want to ramp up to 100, particularly if the longer ride covers a lot more elevation. A favorite ride of mine is the Alpine Dam loop, about 60 miles...
Forum: Northern California
04-15-15, 01:59 PM
Replies: 22
Views: 1,797
Posted By johntrev

If you are staying near Union Square, likely you...

If you are staying near Union Square, likely you are without rental car - smart to avoid the hassle and expense when BART is easy from either Oakland or SFO and parking might cost you $50/day. ...
Forum: Northern California
03-15-15, 10:13 PM
Replies: 17
Views: 2,354
Posted By johntrev

2) "Standard Loop" - Oakland, CA Standard Plus...

2) "Standard Loop" - Oakland, CA
Standard Plus Grizzly Peak in Oakland, CA, United States | MapMyRide (http://www.mapmyride.com/routes/view/85970979)

Not really an epic, but my current...
Forum: Advocacy & Safety
03-02-15, 04:13 PM
Replies: 96
Views: 7,386
Posted By johntrev

The reader comments in support of the motorist...

The reader comments in support of the motorist are almost as disturbing as the video itself.
Forum: Road Cycling
02-13-15, 01:43 PM
Replies: 22
Views: 1,882
Posted By johntrev

I've ridden over 25 years without ever having a...

I've ridden over 25 years without ever having a proper road bike. I've been riding a late 80's mountain bike with slicks and a folding Bike Friday (both around town and when traveling). With the...
Forum: Northern California
12-22-14, 09:42 AM
Replies: 20
Views: 1,845
Posted By johntrev

I've seen that video a few times now, cringing...

I've seen that video a few times now, cringing each time I see it. That wounded sounding moan at the end - is that the cyclist or the deer?!?
Forum: Folding Bikes
10-15-14, 07:01 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 1,370
Posted By johntrev

I recently replaced the tires on my Bike Friday. ...

I recently replaced the tires on my Bike Friday. I started with the Primo V Monster, which I ended up not liking; too much tread gave off an audible hum going down the road. After a few hundred...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
10-05-14, 06:30 PM
Replies: 33
Views: 5,788
Posted By johntrev

dddd, What are the hooks that hang off the...

dddd,

What are the hooks that hang off the pipe (from which you suspend the bikes)? Did you buy those, or make them yourself? The hooks from which the wheels hang look different from the bike...
Forum: Tandem Cycling
10-01-14, 09:17 PM
Replies: 14
Views: 2,372
Posted By johntrev

Nashbar slicks on sale for $12 right now. ...

Nashbar slicks on sale for $12 right now. Nashbar Slick City Tire (http://www.nashbar.com/bikes/Product_10053_10052_175439_-1)
Forum: Tandem Cycling
09-07-14, 09:57 PM
Replies: 18
Views: 2,213
Posted By johntrev

I second Zonatandem's recommendation for the Bike...

I second Zonatandem's recommendation for the Bike Friday tandem. I first bought mine to ride with my son when he was six, and now ride with his younger sister, now 9. The low step over height and...
Forum: Touring
08-08-14, 10:52 PM
Replies: 39
Views: 2,711
Posted By johntrev

On challenging days of my cross country ride, I...

On challenging days of my cross country ride, I would tell myself to just get on my bike and sit there - it didn't matter how fast I went or how hard I pushed. After an hour I'd find myself 10 or 12...
Forum: Commuting
05-17-14, 01:18 PM
Replies: 23
Views: 1,802
Posted By johntrev

Nashbar flat bar road bike at $250, 50% off right...

Nashbar flat bar road bike at $250, 50% off right now. If you're not up for trying to find a used bike on Craigslist, this bike is a great option. It's considerably better than any X-Mart bike at...
Forum: Folding Bikes
04-05-14, 07:13 PM
Replies: 15
Views: 21,015
Posted By johntrev

Particularly if you are in San Francisco itself,...

Particularly if you are in San Francisco itself, head to WARM PLANET BIKES is Here! | Warm Planet Bikes (http://www.warmplanetbikes.com/). All kinds of folding bikes in stock.
Forum: Northern California
02-07-14, 10:41 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 970
Posted By johntrev

BIKE PARTY! I just went to my first SF Bike...

BIKE PARTY! I just went to my first SF Bike Party last month and had a great time. Aptly enough here in the city, the crowd had an urban biker feel to it- not a lot of fitness riders on pricey...
Forum: Road Cycling
02-02-14, 01:08 PM
Replies: 24
Views: 1,800
Posted By johntrev

Some day I'd like to circle around the Big...

Some day I'd like to circle around the Big Island. I've ridden a fair bit there, but not on the eastern or southern sides. Kauai is lovely (I've done most of my riding there around Poipu), but...
Forum: Professional Cycling For the Fans
01-28-14, 07:26 PM
Replies: 1
Views: 648
Posted By johntrev

I also might be headed to France this summer with...

I also might be headed to France this summer with my family; unfortunately I am the only one interested in cycling.

"Eurocamps", with locations all over Europe, are popular places for European...
Forum: Northern California
01-10-14, 11:12 PM
Replies: 19
Views: 7,048
Posted By johntrev

Cheers, BigBen. I love that there are always new...

Cheers, BigBen. I love that there are always new rides and places to explore around here. Even old favorites for me, like crossing SF through the Presidio and crossing the Golden Gate Bridge, still...
Forum: Northern California
01-10-14, 01:49 AM
Replies: 19
Views: 7,048
Posted By johntrev

I was looking for a ride a little south of Half...

I was looking for a ride a little south of Half Moon Bay when I stumbled upon this thread. Believe it or not, a year and a half after the last post, it was through this thread that I learned of the...
Forum: Commuting
10-19-13, 08:51 PM
Replies: 85
Views: 12,193
Posted By johntrev

Sounds like cost is a consideration. Nashbar has...

Sounds like cost is a consideration. Nashbar has some very inexpensive options, as low as $14. ...
Forum: Tandem Cycling
10-17-13, 08:31 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 3,885
Posted By johntrev

I realize the OP found what he wanted, but if one...

I realize the OP found what he wanted, but if one [I]were[I] wanting to steer a tandem from the rear and needing to figure out steering linkages, idler wheels or whatever else, there are lots of cool...
Forum: Tandem Cycling
09-09-13, 08:31 PM
Replies: 21
Views: 3,372
Posted By johntrev

The small wheels might scare some people off, but...

The small wheels might scare some people off, but the Bike Friday tandems start at around $1500. http://www.bikefriday.com/bicycles/tandem/322. A nicely equipped Friday would still likely be far...
Forum: Touring
06-23-13, 07:53 AM
Replies: 35
Views: 5,451
Posted By johntrev

Cotton Kung fu shoes. Ultra light, pack down to...

Cotton Kung fu shoes. Ultra light, pack down to almost nothing, plain, unobtrusive appearance, and easy slip-on style. Downside is the flip side of the positives- with little structure to the shoe,...
Forum: Folding Bikes
05-26-13, 08:34 AM
Replies: 21
Views: 6,566
Posted By johntrev

How about the $329 7 speed Downtube Nova? At 24...

How about the $329 7 speed Downtube Nova? At 24 pounds, it's supposed to be the same weight as your Uno. Modestly priced, well regarded for its price point, with 7 speeds (can be easily upgraded by...
Forum: Fifty Plus (50+)
04-15-13, 07:58 AM
Replies: 16
Views: 1,272
Posted By johntrev

Great smile! You work paid off!

Great smile! You work paid off!
Forum: Touring
04-10-13, 03:46 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 629
Posted By johntrev

A photo with Paul Bunyan and Babe the Blue Ox at...

A photo with Paul Bunyan and Babe the Blue Ox at the Trees of Mystery in Klamath CA is pretty much required if you are hitting the west coast of Northern California. ...
Forum: Touring
04-10-13, 11:36 AM
Replies: 12
Views: 1,002
Posted By johntrev

Yikes! You don't want to catch an edge or lean...

Yikes! You don't want to catch an edge or lean the wrong way! Reminds me of the Flume Trail at Lake Tahoe. http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=jV8jMezW0F4&feature=youtube_gdata_player
Forum: Touring
03-25-13, 01:42 PM
Replies: 42
Views: 3,099
Posted By johntrev

I live in San Francisco and looked at lots of...

I live in San Francisco and looked at lots of options for a North to South coastal trip with my kids by tandem bike. I ended up renting a car in San Francisco, dropping it off at the Crescent City...
Forum: Northern California
03-22-13, 11:53 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 1,509
Posted By johntrev

Sports Basement for bike rentals: ...

Sports Basement for bike rentals: http://community.sportsbasement.com/rentals/bike/
Forum: Commuting
02-18-13, 12:38 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 616
Posted By johntrev

Deal Extreme is even cheaper. ...

Deal Extreme is even cheaper. http://dx.com/s/CR2032%2bbattery%2bpack.html?category=400
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