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10-27-21, 06:19 AM
Replies: 126
Views: 12,260
Posted By canadian deacon

This. I have been riding fixed gear for...

This.

I have been riding fixed gear for years now and prefer it. I'm approaching 60 and will stop riding fixed when they pry it out of my cold dead feet, or words to that effect. :D
10-06-21, 07:56 AM
Replies: 26
Views: 1,766
Posted By canadian deacon

I used gatorskins for years and consider them my...

I used gatorskins for years and consider them my BFF (Bike Flat Free). I recently retired them (there's a pun in there somewhere) and immediately looked for another set to replace them.

As others...
06-29-21, 05:01 AM
Replies: 162
Views: 9,155
Posted By canadian deacon

We've finally concluded the discussion on what...

We've finally concluded the discussion on what the best chain lube is. The answer can be found by search "Best Chain Lube"
06-28-21, 05:09 AM
Replies: 202
Views: 10,528
Posted By canadian deacon

Does this bike make me look fat?

Does this bike make me look fat?
06-02-21, 05:47 AM
Replies: 124
Views: 10,201
Posted By canadian deacon

See...should have gone with real steel. :lol:

See...should have gone with real steel. :lol:
05-27-21, 07:55 AM
Replies: 23
Views: 2,985
Posted By canadian deacon

Another idea would be to start (or help start) a...

Another idea would be to start (or help start) a co-op where people with bikes could come to get assistance in doing repairs themselves. That would give you an opportunity to wrench with some fellow...
05-11-21, 06:58 AM
Replies: 99
Views: 6,836
Posted By canadian deacon

I am marginally close to 60 and ride a fixed gear...

I am marginally close to 60 and ride a fixed gear each day to work. I think my bike is around 70 gear inches. My trip now is around 20 minutes in variable terrain but I commuted for about 6 years...
05-10-21, 08:01 AM
Replies: 53
Views: 3,473
Posted By canadian deacon

"Cyclepath" was a local bike shop at one time. A...

"Cyclepath" was a local bike shop at one time. A current one is "The Bike Peddler".
Forum: Commuting
05-15-20, 11:57 AM
Replies: 25
Views: 4,853
Posted By canadian deacon

I commute with a back pack. I have a small sling...

I commute with a back pack. I have a small sling pack that goes cross my back and I use that for most travel. On days when I have to move the laptop I use the back pack. I wrap it in a plastic...
03-23-20, 03:44 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 2,155
Posted By canadian deacon

Thanks for the link and the article. I loved the...

Thanks for the link and the article. I loved the pics of how the bike came to be. You should be rightly proud of your accomplishment and I agree a clear coat is the only way to go.

Well done.
03-10-20, 09:13 AM
Replies: 56
Views: 8,327
Posted By canadian deacon

That makes sense, he exuded that innate humility...

That makes sense, he exuded that innate humility often seen in someone or something at the top of their game. Mental note: pedal faster in the future.
03-09-20, 09:59 AM
Replies: 56
Views: 8,327
Posted By canadian deacon

My previous bike route included a 10 km stint on...

My previous bike route included a 10 km stint on the highway (well, actually on the paved shoulder of the highway). One morning I looked across to see a coyote galloping along across from me, head...
02-10-20, 10:07 AM
Replies: 74
Views: 8,032
Posted By canadian deacon

**** By the way have you considered a good...

****

By the way have you considered a good chain lube?
Forum: Commuting
01-27-20, 06:40 AM
Replies: 112
Views: 18,037
Posted By canadian deacon

I either bike or walk to work everyday. It takes...

I either bike or walk to work everyday. It takes about 20 min (one way) by bike about twice that to walk. When the weather is good I have an alternate route that takes closer to 30 min one way.

I...
12-09-19, 10:56 AM
Replies: 25
Views: 2,052
Posted By canadian deacon

I purchased a Vikingwear rainsuit. I use it for...

I purchased a Vikingwear rainsuit. I use it for times when it's too cold to get soaked on the trip to or from work. It's construction worker clothing.

Yes, it is not fully breathable but when you...
01-08-19, 12:26 PM
Replies: 150
Views: 12,979
Posted By canadian deacon

To quote Jim Morrison (The Doors), "Nobody get's...

To quote Jim Morrison (The Doors), "Nobody get's out of here alive."

Everything in moderation.

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12-21-18, 04:59 AM
Replies: 372
Views: 21,242
Posted By canadian deacon

I'm pretty sure the rumors of Jesus taking...

I'm pretty sure the rumors of Jesus taking performance enhancers is not canon. At minimum its never been proven.
Forum: Commuting
12-20-18, 05:46 AM
Replies: 40
Views: 3,847
Posted By canadian deacon

Like other respondents I use over the glasses...

Like other respondents I use over the glasses goggles when the temp dips below - 15 deg C.

The ones that I use have a vent in the bottom and the top. I found that removing the foam from the vent...
09-28-18, 05:28 AM
Replies: 303
Views: 30,805
Posted By canadian deacon

Clearly what we really want to know is what bike...

Clearly what we really want to know is what bike lube is the best for a $15K bike. :innocent:
09-07-18, 03:54 AM
Replies: 35
Views: 2,036
Posted By canadian deacon

I ride my fixed gear almost exclusively (I am...

I ride my fixed gear almost exclusively (I am substantially north of 50 yrs). I find it a challenging ride for climbing hills and anticipating traffic changes. There's a certain pride that comes from...
03-31-17, 11:28 AM
Replies: 54
Views: 11,419
Posted By canadian deacon

This minivan do...

This minivan do...
03-30-17, 04:57 AM
Replies: 75
Views: 7,808
Posted By canadian deacon

I thought the answer was HTFU. ...

I thought the answer was HTFU.


http://www.bikeforums.net/singlespeed-fixed-gear/815182-get-over-how-climb-fixed-gear-bicycle.html
03-29-17, 11:39 AM
Replies: 25
Views: 2,853
Posted By canadian deacon

It may be possible to sue the motorist in small...

It may be possible to sue the motorist in small claims court if the insurance company is unwilling to deal justly. This may be irrelevant if the maximum payout of small claims court is less than the...
03-10-17, 06:15 PM
Replies: 112
Views: 11,076
Posted By canadian deacon

A cycling haiku Wind is in my face. Shut...

A cycling haiku

Wind is in my face.
Shut up and pedal, say I,
Slowly I endure.
03-06-17, 12:51 PM
Replies: 25
Views: 2,189
Posted By canadian deacon

Bike for a five year old...sounds like a good...

Bike for a five year old...sounds like a good trade
01-31-17, 04:49 AM
Replies: 83
Views: 7,197
Posted By canadian deacon

+1. My commute is half highway and half city....

+1. My commute is half highway and half city. Traffic volume is the problematic piece. My $0.02.


With respect to my accident, I chose to tell the insurance company that I will be taking their...
01-30-17, 04:56 AM
Replies: 83
Views: 7,197
Posted By canadian deacon

I was hit by a car in mid-November; a beautiful...

I was hit by a car in mid-November; a beautiful clear day. A woman ran the red light while I was in the intersection. I turned the bike and shouldered into her front fender. Damaged some ligaments in...
01-23-17, 05:00 AM
Replies: 38
Views: 4,394
Posted By canadian deacon

The question is...are you selling the fixed gear?

The question is...are you selling the fixed gear?
01-12-17, 06:24 AM
Replies: 145
Views: 17,120
Posted By canadian deacon

IKEA, like every other company, is selling a...

IKEA, like every other company, is selling a lifestyle. You have to be able to see yourself in this picture. That is what sells the bike.
...
Forum: Commuting
01-04-17, 08:22 AM
Replies: 20
Views: 23,279
Posted By canadian deacon

I bought a set of AW2s this time last year. I...

I bought a set of AW2s this time last year. I commute on average 75 km/week (about 4000 km/yr = 2400 mi/yr).


They have worked fine over the past year but I have noticed cracking occurring in...
12-22-16, 05:03 AM
Replies: 235
Views: 15,137
Posted By canadian deacon

+1 Companies that contract workers for...

+1


Companies that contract workers for short terms and then lay them off are doing a similar thing and making it more difficult for a person to support themselves let alone a family.
Forum: Commuting
11-08-16, 12:46 PM
Replies: 66
Views: 4,612
Posted By canadian deacon

I wear a wool base layer up top and a polyester...

I wear a wool base layer up top and a polyester base layer over my legs in the winter. Also wool socks are a must once the temperature drops.
Forum: Commuting
11-08-16, 12:41 PM
Replies: 30
Views: 9,491
Posted By canadian deacon

I love my fixed gear for commuting. I run about...

I love my fixed gear for commuting. I run about 15 miles one way not including any lunch time commutes.


I can always hook a ride home and throw the bike in my brother's truck. Based on traffic...
10-31-16, 04:02 AM
Replies: 57
Views: 5,877
Posted By canadian deacon

Reminds me of Monty Python's "Life of Brian"...

Reminds me of Monty Python's "Life of Brian" "Burt, this bloke won't haggle"


Look it up.
10-20-16, 09:25 AM
Replies: 34
Views: 12,317
Posted By canadian deacon

Maybe the OP could tell us his diagnosis and...

Maybe the OP could tell us his diagnosis and whether it got worse!
07-29-16, 05:07 AM
Replies: 45
Views: 6,935
Posted By canadian deacon

I would agree with this. I ride a 52 - 18 fixed...

I would agree with this. I ride a 52 - 18 fixed gear as a commuter and it has made a big difference in my leg strength and aerobic capacity.
05-07-16, 12:33 PM
Replies: 71
Views: 11,299
Posted By canadian deacon

My bike. I purchased a used to fixed gear for 200...

My bike. I purchased a used to fixed gear for 200 bones. It was built up on a 1980s Japanese frame. 52x18 gearing. It's the most fun I've ever had riding.
04-22-16, 10:37 AM
Replies: 30
Views: 19,165
Posted By canadian deacon

Hyperbole alert.

Hyperbole alert.
Forum: Commuting
03-31-16, 05:25 AM
Replies: 31
Views: 2,654
Posted By canadian deacon

I start my commute at 5 am. It is not drunk...

I start my commute at 5 am. It is not drunk drivers that I worry about; it is the cars that pass me and all you can smell is weed.
03-14-16, 05:50 AM
Replies: 116
Views: 9,942
Posted By canadian deacon

All hail our new long range forecaster...

All hail our new long range forecaster 'noglider'. What are your predictions for next winter Tom?

You nailed it this year (at least for Nova Scotia).
03-11-16, 10:09 AM
Replies: 53
Views: 21,351
Posted By canadian deacon

I run Bontrager AS2 23mm with 100 psi (7 bar)...

I run Bontrager AS2 23mm with 100 psi (7 bar) front and rear. I weigh about 175 lbs (80 kg).
Forum: Commuting
02-29-16, 08:57 AM
Replies: 56
Views: 3,428
Posted By canadian deacon

My commute covers both highway and city driving....

My commute covers both highway and city driving. When I'm on the highway I drive on the paved shoulder. I haven't had any problems with cars in over 7 years of riding. I ride when traffic volume is...
Forum: Commuting
02-22-16, 10:51 AM
Replies: 91
Views: 6,088
Posted By canadian deacon

I'm curious to know what size tube the OP is...

I'm curious to know what size tube the OP is patching. I am running 23s and have had trouble getting patches to seal.

Also, has anyone tried these patches? 48pcs Rubber Puncture Patches Bicycle...
02-17-16, 10:17 AM
Replies: 19
Views: 1,436
Posted By canadian deacon

Don't show up with $2000 in your jean pockets...

Don't show up with $2000 in your jean pockets though. You might end up in a tub with a kidney missing.
Forum: Commuting
02-08-16, 09:09 AM
Replies: 37
Views: 4,596
Posted By canadian deacon

"Why not Zoidberg?" always makes my day.

"Why not Zoidberg?" always makes my day.
Forum: Commuting
02-05-16, 10:24 AM
Replies: 41
Views: 2,060
Posted By canadian deacon

I think you should send your bike to me for safe...

I think you should send your bike to me for safe keeping until you get back.

Just sayin' :)
02-04-16, 08:42 AM
Replies: 35
Views: 4,312
Posted By canadian deacon

I just tell them it was too cold to ride so I...

I just tell them it was too cold to ride so I just took the bike for a walk instead.

That eliminates futher and future questions.
02-04-16, 08:40 AM
Replies: 33
Views: 2,817
Posted By canadian deacon

How smitten are you with your girlfriend? :)

How smitten are you with your girlfriend? :)
01-26-16, 10:34 AM
Replies: 111
Views: 7,155
Posted By canadian deacon

I shave with an old school razor (uses double...

I shave with an old school razor (uses double edge razor blades) and I have a number of razors from 1905 to present day. For a while I participated in a shaving forum but I moved away from it when...
01-19-16, 12:26 PM
Replies: 23
Views: 4,422
Posted By canadian deacon

I am running a fixed gear this year (first time)....

I am running a fixed gear this year (first time). So far it's been great.

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