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Forum: Commuting
09-15-15, 05:51 AM
Replies: 25
Views: 2,437
Posted By G1nko

I use BreezeBlockers...

I use BreezeBlockers (http://www.breezeblockers.com/).

Toss the (useless) rubber bands that come with them and use nylon wire ties to hold them in place. I put them on at the beginning of the cold...
Forum: Commuting
07-26-15, 08:23 AM
Replies: 33
Views: 2,393
Posted By G1nko

Pig Iron is long gone. Bill was awesome. It's now...

Pig Iron is long gone. Bill was awesome. It's now Cycling Concepts. They got off to a rocky start with me because they had this German guy working for them who was just an ass. If you didn't ride an...
Forum: Commuting
07-25-15, 05:06 AM
Replies: 33
Views: 2,393
Posted By G1nko

We have a locker room with showers and a...

We have a locker room with showers and a facilities department. There's a fairly active employee cycling club complete with newsletters and organized rides. This is in a locked garage in downtown and...
Forum: Commuting
07-24-15, 10:38 AM
Replies: 1,683
Views: 340,663
Posted By G1nko

Once I saw what looked to be a brand new...

Once I saw what looked to be a brand new full-finger riding glove. I kept right on going, though, because I thought "What good is one glove? I'm not MJ."

About a quarter mile down the road, I came...
Forum: Commuting
07-24-15, 08:06 AM
Replies: 33
Views: 2,393
Posted By G1nko

Companies that get it...

Where I work, there's no free parking; if you want to park you have to pay. Not as much as Chicago, or New York, but still.

My company provides free parking for bicycles in the garage in the...
06-18-15, 05:43 AM
Replies: 31
Views: 28,873
Posted By G1nko

The firmware is loaded on the unit I built, which...

The firmware is loaded on the unit I built, which is just a knock-off of the dealer units. It sits between the console and the wheel. You need to have the console connected to the wheel because you...
Forum: Commuting
05-18-15, 08:31 AM
Replies: 162
Views: 15,775
Posted By G1nko

I was stopped at a light where the right lane is...

I was stopped at a light where the right lane is right turn only and the left lane is left turn or straight. I centered in the left lane at the limit line because I was going straight.

Some guy in...
03-13-15, 11:11 AM
Replies: 25
Views: 7,284
Posted By G1nko

I removed the speed limit almost immediately....

I removed the speed limit almost immediately. When I sent it back for the warranty repair, I turned the speed limit back on so there would be no issues in that regard. How would they know, other than...
03-13-15, 07:31 AM
Replies: 25
Views: 7,284
Posted By G1nko

Riding a Bionx for 3 years. First year the motor...

Riding a Bionx for 3 years. First year the motor started making funny noises, like a playing card was stuck in the spokes. Sent the motor back and it was repaired under warranty.

Next year, the...
Forum: Commuting
03-12-15, 03:59 PM
Replies: 29
Views: 7,198
Posted By G1nko

Consider getting an Azor Front Rack for that...

Consider getting an Azor Front Rack for that bike, it would look great. I have one and I really like it because it's a front rack that attaches to the frame, not the handlebars.

I have a...
01-14-15, 01:12 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 2,245
Posted By G1nko

If a LiPo cell discharges below 3.0v, it's very...

If a LiPo cell discharges below 3.0v, it's very likely damaged. Recharging that cell presents a serious risk of fire. LiPo's no joke...
01-12-15, 08:24 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 2,245
Posted By G1nko

In an attempt to be slightly more helpful, from...

In an attempt to be slightly more helpful, from those pics and your statement you blew one of the batteries, it looks like you're supplying neither enough amps nor enough voltage to the controller to...
01-12-15, 02:22 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 2,245
Posted By G1nko

Am I seeing that correctly? You're trying to run...

Am I seeing that correctly? You're trying to run a 1000W 48v motor off a single 22v LiPo? If so, there's your problem.
Forum: Commuting
12-11-14, 06:43 AM
Replies: 55
Views: 12,604
Posted By G1nko

The Azor Oma is a great bike. Do a quick Google...

The Azor Oma is a great bike. Do a quick Google search and you'll come up with lots of info. There's a blog called Let's Go Ride A Bike (http://letsgorideabike.com/tag/azor-oma/) where someone...
Forum: Commuting
12-10-14, 06:55 AM
Replies: 55
Views: 12,604
Posted By G1nko

Since you're looking for a step-through, Public ...

Since you're looking for a step-through, Public (http://publicbikes.com/p/PUBLIC-C7-2014)and Linus (http://www.linusbike.com/collections/dutchi-1-dutchi-3-dutchi-8)both make bikes in your price...
12-02-14, 01:30 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 4,192
Posted By G1nko

What you're looking to do is remove the minimum...

What you're looking to do is remove the minimum speed limit. This is not for the faint-of-heart.

I am not familiar with Trek's implementation of the BionX unit so this is all predicated on Trek...
Forum: Commuting
11-21-14, 06:46 AM
Replies: 27
Views: 2,201
Posted By G1nko

I have: High-intensity rear-facing blinky ...

I have:

High-intensity rear-facing blinky
Ixon Core headlight
Monkey lights on the front spokes
Reflective sidewall Schwalbe tires
Reflective strips on my jacket

And cars still don't...
Forum: Commuting
11-10-14, 04:40 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 908
Posted By G1nko

We've been to Paris many times. Since people have...

We've been to Paris many times. Since people have already answered your Velib questions, let me add to your wifi decision as we just got back from a 2-week trip in September-October and tried for the...
Forum: Commuting
11-10-14, 07:18 AM
Replies: 49
Views: 3,593
Posted By G1nko

Whether you wear bike-specific clothing or not is...

Whether you wear bike-specific clothing or not is a personal decision and you'll find just as many opinions here as there are users. Read "Just Ride" by Grant Petersen and see if that helps you make...
09-04-14, 10:13 AM
Replies: 50
Views: 3,448
Posted By G1nko

I have a Redleaf RD990. It's made by the same...

I have a Redleaf RD990. It's made by the same people who make the RD32II.

It does 30fps@1080i and 60fps@720p. It has WiFi and a (not-so-great) smartphone app. It came with two batteries and a...
08-29-14, 05:50 AM
Replies: 2
Views: 1,159
Posted By G1nko

You do see those two statements go hand-in-hand...

You do see those two statements go hand-in-hand don't you? I learned a long time ago: buy quality, buy it once. You may spend more $ on an Infineon controller, but the long-term advantages are worth...
Forum: Commuting
08-25-14, 12:57 PM
Replies: 98
Views: 5,316
Posted By G1nko

This is why I have a camera.

This lady cut across all these lanes of traffic and didn't even slow down. If I hadn't dodged, I'd be under the wheels. At least my widow, however, would have a nice clean shot of the license plate,...
07-14-14, 06:24 AM
Replies: 10
Views: 3,831
Posted By G1nko

Since your title question asks about eBay, here's...

Since your title question asks about eBay, here's my story purchasing on eBay from Chinese sellers, take it for what it's worth.

I bought a 36v LiFePO4 kit off a seller from eBay. Battery was...
Forum: Commuting
04-23-14, 08:58 AM
Replies: 104
Views: 6,361
Posted By G1nko

Connecticut has a 3ft law and an up-and-coming...

Connecticut has a 3ft law and an up-and-coming advocacy group, Bike-Walk CT. There's a Vulnerable User Law woking its way through the legislature that would impose a fine of not more than $1000 on...
04-18-14, 05:58 AM
Replies: 5
Views: 1,858
Posted By G1nko

Just sit right back and you'll hear a tale, a...

Just sit right back and you'll hear a tale, a tale of a fateful first battery purchased off eBay, that started from these very boards. Take from it what you will, and make your own decision:
...
04-14-14, 11:50 AM
Replies: 3
Views: 1,027
Posted By G1nko

You're 17 and want an e-bike that goes 40mph?...

You're 17 and want an e-bike that goes 40mph? Kid, you'll poke your eye out.

Try this thread: Endless-sphere.com ? View topic - Help choosing a kit for 36mph+...
Forum: Commuting
04-14-14, 06:14 AM
Replies: 7
Views: 875
Posted By G1nko

I have one of those. I reviewed it on Amazon....

I have one of those. I reviewed it on Amazon. There are currently 17 4- and 5-star reviews and 13 below 3-star reviews. If that indicates anything, it's that opinions are mixed. Some of the 5-star...
04-08-14, 06:36 AM
Replies: 2
Views: 1,367
Posted By G1nko

You might want to skip over to Endless Sphere and...

You might want to skip over to Endless Sphere and read some of the stickies and archives there. The e-bike board here can be sorta quiet. Things are a little more lively over there, though I do find...
03-28-14, 09:55 AM
Replies: 20
Views: 13,130
Posted By G1nko

FWIW, HK appears to have 6s 5Ah 20C and 25C Zippy...

FWIW, HK appears to have 6s 5Ah 20C and 25C Zippy and Turnigy battery packs in their US Warehouse.
03-25-14, 10:44 AM
Replies: 20
Views: 13,130
Posted By G1nko

Don't forget the other expenses. Sure LiPo's...

Don't forget the other expenses. Sure LiPo's great in terms of the amount of energy you get vs. the amount of weight in the battery, but it ain't cheap. I run 48v 10Ah Zippy LiPos I got from Hobby...
Forum: Commuting
02-05-14, 02:18 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 597
Posted By G1nko

I was looking at the Gamoh front rack and went...

I was looking at the Gamoh front rack and went with a Pickup Frame-Mounted front rack. I think they're made by Azor.

You attach the mount to your downtube. The two arms on the rack slip into the...
01-29-14, 04:34 AM
Replies: 21
Views: 9,400
Posted By G1nko

Golly mister! That's swell! I certainly never...

Golly mister! That's swell! I certainly never would have thought to sit down and read the manual to figger out how all this complicated 'lectrical stuff works. So I took yer advice 'n' tart myself...
01-19-14, 08:46 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 1,424
Posted By G1nko

It's not much, but a quick search popped up this ...

It's not much, but a quick search popped up this

ELECTROBIKE is an Domestic Stock business incorporated in California, USA on January 25, 2000. Their business is recorded as Suspended. It is not...
01-08-14, 02:22 PM
Replies: 21
Views: 9,400
Posted By G1nko

All the BionX systems come with a magnet and a...

All the BionX systems come with a magnet and a small reed switch to set up regen braking. If your bike shop didn't install it, they should've. I couldn't use the stock reed switch on my bike because...
12-12-13, 10:12 AM
Replies: 21
Views: 9,400
Posted By G1nko

I had the same issue with my BionX making that...

I had the same issue with my BionX making that noise. It sounded almost like a playing card in the spokes. I noticed it was worse when the weather was cold vs. warm. Regardless, BionX had my dealer...
Forum: Commuting
11-27-13, 09:08 AM
Replies: 24
Views: 2,154
Posted By G1nko

+1 on the Bern helmet with the winter liner. It...

+1 on the Bern helmet with the winter liner. It has to be below 30, though, or it's just too much. There are two retainer loops on the ear flaps. If you pass the chin strap on the outside of the...
Forum: Commuting
11-15-13, 06:32 AM
Replies: 55
Views: 5,351
Posted By G1nko

V-O Montmartre bars. 350825

V-O Montmartre bars.

350825
11-04-13, 08:55 AM
Replies: 9
Views: 2,908
Posted By G1nko

I did. I am, though to be fair, ich...

I did.



I am, though to be fair, ich wohnte in Deutschland für ein Jahr und spreche ein wenig Deutsch.
11-04-13, 07:12 AM
Replies: 9
Views: 2,908
Posted By G1nko

If you like the stock BionX then buy: - 1x...

If you like the stock BionX then buy:

- 1x Crumb128 5.0 (http://www.chip45.com/products/crumb128-can-5.0_avr_atmega_module_board_at90can128_usb_rs232_can.php)microcontroller board (chip45.com)...
10-22-13, 02:13 PM
Replies: 18
Views: 1,198
Posted By G1nko

Class of '87. Go Bengals.

Class of '87. Go Bengals.
10-21-13, 12:20 PM
Replies: 18
Views: 1,198
Posted By G1nko

Occidental?

Occidental?
09-25-13, 10:41 AM
Replies: 2
Views: 2,778
Posted By G1nko

Questions about converting an existing bike.

I want to convert my Workcycles Secret Service to electric assist. I do not want to use a throttle. I do want to keep the existing roller brakes. I'm resigned to losing my Shimano dynamo hub. The...
Forum: Commuting
09-25-13, 05:43 AM
Replies: 30
Views: 11,419
Posted By G1nko

I use those Ergon pedals on my Dutch bike, which...

I use those Ergon pedals on my Dutch bike, which is my sometimes commuter/grocery bike. They look dorky as hell but they are the bees knees in terms of keeping your feet in place and providing a...
09-08-13, 05:22 PM
Replies: 31
Views: 28,873
Posted By G1nko

Yes, it's the SL350 48v rear rack mount. I...

Yes, it's the SL350 48v rear rack mount.

I found an interesting downside to increased speed the other day. I was late for a dentist appointment and had to get 8 miles in <15 mins so I cranked it...
08-24-13, 03:42 PM
Replies: 31
Views: 28,873
Posted By G1nko

Bionx - Removing the speed limit with BigXionFlasher

This morning I reset my BionX system to remove the speed limit. With my current gearing, the maximum speed I can go is about 25mpg, but honestly, I wouldn't want to go much faster. At full-assist,...
Forum: Commuting
08-14-13, 06:09 AM
Replies: 92
Views: 7,130
Posted By G1nko

OP: while you originally asked about one light...

OP: while you originally asked about one light vs. two, and, if you weed through the rapidly devolving conversation, you got some pretty good links and advice. I'm biased toward dynamo lighting, but...
Forum: Commuting
08-12-13, 12:10 PM
Replies: 31
Views: 2,808
Posted By G1nko

808 #16 camera w/8GB card mounted with velcro to...

808 #16 camera w/8GB card mounted with velcro to the underside of my front rack. <$50 off eBay (http://myworld.ebay.com/eletoponline365).
08-09-13, 10:29 AM
Replies: 35
Views: 2,373
Posted By G1nko

Why is cycling so popular in the Netherlands?

BBC News article. Parking for 10,000 bikes? Wow. My company is progressive and it can accommodate 20ish.

http://www.bbc.co.uk/news/magazine-23587916
08-09-13, 05:40 AM
Replies: 32
Views: 3,178
Posted By G1nko

I've got a UO-8 I bought at a tag sale for a few...

I've got a UO-8 I bought at a tag sale for a few bucks and use it as a daily commuter.

The bottom bracket was in ruins so I replace it with the french-threaded sealed bottom bracket, a 44t crank,...
08-06-13, 08:06 PM
Replies: 15
Views: 1,127
Posted By G1nko

For the record, I pulled the hub apart again and...

For the record, I pulled the hub apart again and measured the spacers. They're 3.5mm. I put in a 2.5mm bottom bracket spacer, because there's already a thin shim in there covering the end of the...
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