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Forum: Tandem Cycling
03-02-15, 03:29 AM
Replies: 195
Views: 168,921
Posted By StarDust4Ever

Well, I was able to fit my Electra Tandem in my...

Well, I was able to fit my Electra Tandem in my Caliber for transport to the bike shop with both seats and handlebars removed, and both the back seat and front passenger seat folded down. The...
Forum: Mountain Biking
02-25-14, 01:59 AM
Replies: 6
Views: 3,212
Posted By StarDust4Ever

I'll look into it. Thanks. EDIT: Holy cow!...

I'll look into it. Thanks.

EDIT: Holy cow! Some dude from MTBR is also getting the X-Caliber 7 and they weigh 100 pounds more than me!...
Forum: Mountain Biking
02-24-14, 07:47 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 3,212
Posted By StarDust4Ever

I'm picking the X-cal 7 up tomorrow. Wish me...

I'm picking the X-cal 7 up tomorrow. Wish me luck. I never had any issues with the 100mm Rock Shox in my old 26" Kona Fire Mountain (which was actually a lower end model compared to what I'm...
Forum: Mountain Biking
02-21-14, 06:42 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 3,212
Posted By StarDust4Ever

Update: I went by another LBS today, River City...

Update: I went by another LBS today, River City Cycling. Got an Trek Excalibur 7. The bike shop will have it ready Monday, yay!...
Forum: Mountain Biking
02-21-14, 01:33 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 3,212
Posted By StarDust4Ever

Looking for new 9'er hardtail Jamis or Specialized

A little bit about me, I'm a 33 yr Clydesdale rider, 275lbs. I enjoy going fast on the open road and riding trails. (I already have a Felt SR-81 so I'm covered for the "road" part). My old 26" Kona...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
10-07-13, 10:00 PM
Replies: 16
Views: 14,305
Posted By StarDust4Ever

That's the way Chuck Norris does it, 'cept he...

That's the way Chuck Norris does it, 'cept he uses his fist for the rock and his thumb for the nail!:thumb:
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
10-03-13, 11:54 AM
Replies: 16
Views: 14,305
Posted By StarDust4Ever

It will be cheaper to just buy a chain link...

It will be cheaper to just buy a chain link removal tool than to have a mechanic fix it.

Assuming your trail ride likely has a free wheel and hand brakes, if you lose the chain completely you can...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
10-02-13, 12:27 AM
Replies: 4
Views: 1,404
Posted By StarDust4Ever

Thanks for the links. Um, so the best advice is...

Thanks for the links. Um, so the best advice is to leave well enough alone then, and never ever put lube oil in the rollers? Gotcha.

And Shimano has a special grease formulated for internal gear...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
10-01-13, 08:32 AM
Replies: 26
Views: 5,047
Posted By StarDust4Ever

A U-Lock wouldn't be a bad idea. I could still...

A U-Lock wouldn't be a bad idea. I could still secure a U-Lock through the front wheel and fork, in addition to the cable lock. That way if they cut the cable lock at least they won't be able to ride...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
10-01-13, 08:18 AM
Replies: 4
Views: 1,404
Posted By StarDust4Ever

Lube for Roller Brakes???

My Electra Tandem Swing cruiser has Shimano Roller Brakes and a 3-speed hub. I noticed on the side of the roller brake there is a hole where you can remove a little rubber gasket to apply oil. I've...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
10-01-13, 07:41 AM
Replies: 26
Views: 5,047
Posted By StarDust4Ever

Glad you got your bike back that royally sucks....

Glad you got your bike back that royally sucks. Where I live, Walmart locks are usually enough to deter thieves since they can just go steal a bike that isn't locked, though I will never trust a...
Forum: Tandem Cycling
10-01-13, 01:21 AM
Replies: 195
Views: 168,921
Posted By StarDust4Ever

How long are your tandem bikes from end to end?...

How long are your tandem bikes from end to end? My Electra Swing Tandem is about 100 inches from the edge of the rear fender to the front edge of the wheel (8'4"). Is that normal?...
Forum: Electronics, Lighting, & Gadgets
10-01-13, 12:38 AM
Replies: 60
Views: 5,802
Posted By StarDust4Ever

I don't know if it would work. The air horn I had...

I don't know if it would work. The air horn I had (max pressure @ 80psi) didn't sound any louder when I first charged it up, until very shortly before the pressure went out.

I didn't think about...
Forum: Clydesdales/Athenas (200+ lb / 91+ kg)
10-01-13, 12:24 AM
Replies: 53
Views: 3,423
Posted By StarDust4Ever

Perhaps a more useful metric is not the average...

Perhaps a more useful metric is not the average speed/max speed/distance as computed by the cyclocomputer. For starters, it shouldn't be necessary to calculate speed when you're at a stop or resting...
Forum: Tandem Cycling
09-29-13, 09:46 AM
Replies: 45
Views: 3,959
Posted By StarDust4Ever

Tandems are meant to be fun. I don't see how my...

Tandems are meant to be fun. I don't see how my fiance/stoker would appreciate riding like this. That said, I'm a Clydesdale and I can definitely say that weight is actually an advantage rolling...
Forum: Electronics, Lighting, & Gadgets
09-29-13, 12:58 AM
Replies: 60
Views: 5,802
Posted By StarDust4Ever

I'm beginning to tone down a little too. Some...

I'm beginning to tone down a little too. Some crazy stuff I was doing just 6 years ago, at 26, I would not do now, at 32.

I forget my horn's name but the cap is glued on to where it would be...
Forum: Tandem Cycling
09-27-13, 04:28 PM
Replies: 195
Views: 168,921
Posted By StarDust4Ever

Just for laughs and giggles, I attempted to mount...

Just for laughs and giggles, I attempted to mount our Electra Swing Tandem Cruiser to my hatch-back trunk rack, and the results are not pretty. Nevermind that the bike probably exceeds the total...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
09-25-13, 05:02 AM
Replies: 5
Views: 3,345
Posted By StarDust4Ever

Much cheaper and possibly more durable DIY...

Much cheaper and possibly more durable DIY solution:
http://makezine.com/2010/12/08/make-a-soda-bottle-bike-exhaust/

I can't believe I never heard of the Baseball car in the spokes trick...
I...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
09-25-13, 03:38 AM
Replies: 5
Views: 3,345
Posted By StarDust4Ever

Faux Soda Can "Motorcycle" Engine

I saw this video on youtube (is this product a real ad or a joke?)
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=CDafMzo4HO8

...and it reminded me of something I used to do as a kid. One day I was riding along...
Forum: Electronics, Lighting, & Gadgets
09-24-13, 11:59 AM
Replies: 60
Views: 5,802
Posted By StarDust4Ever

The bigger problem is not if the bottle can...

The bigger problem is not if the bottle can withstand the pressure, but if I can jury rig something into the bottle cap. The hose is too flimsy IMO and I have no idea if I can make a homemade...
Forum: Advocacy & Safety
09-24-13, 01:03 AM
Replies: 89
Views: 8,155
Posted By StarDust4Ever

I searched SPSC. ...

I searched SPSC.
https://www.cpsc.gov/Business--Manufacturing/Business-Education/Business-Guidance/Bicycle-Requirements/

Apparently the rules are more detailed than I previously thought. But do...
Forum: Electronics, Lighting, & Gadgets
09-24-13, 12:32 AM
Replies: 60
Views: 5,802
Posted By StarDust4Ever

Can't remember the brand but I had an air horn at...

Can't remember the brand but I had an air horn at one time. You pump it up to 80psi. Unfortunately, once the adrenaline gets pumping, with my adult ADHD, I tend to get obnoxious. I kept tooting the...
Forum: Advocacy & Safety
09-23-13, 11:59 PM
Replies: 89
Views: 8,155
Posted By StarDust4Ever

I want to chime in and say that I feel the...

I want to chime in and say that I feel the reflector system, while wholly inadequate for nighttime riding on city streets, does have it's merits when used properly. I cannot recall the number of...
Forum: Advocacy & Safety
09-23-13, 09:39 PM
Replies: 37
Views: 2,417
Posted By StarDust4Ever

I think the million dollar question is, will I...

I think the million dollar question is, will I lose my driver's license if I get caught drinking and cycling?
Forum: Advocacy & Safety
09-23-13, 08:59 PM
Replies: 1,089
Views: 1,658,699
Posted By StarDust4Ever

While I haven't taken the time to fully read the...

While I haven't taken the time to fully read the entire thread, I might add that you'll need at bare minimum a rugged HT mountain bike to traverse the sidewalks in my area, and also have mastered the...
Forum: Clydesdales/Athenas (200+ lb / 91+ kg)
09-23-13, 05:08 PM
Replies: 22
Views: 1,845
Posted By StarDust4Ever

I'm 275lbs and I often ride a strait-handled 2005...

I'm 275lbs and I often ride a strait-handled 2005 Felt SR-81 road bike with a fairly lightweight 7005 frame and carbon fiber forks. The bike feels crazy light compared to my HT and I wouldn't really...
Forum: Clydesdales/Athenas (200+ lb / 91+ kg)
09-23-13, 07:25 AM
Replies: 53
Views: 3,423
Posted By StarDust4Ever

I'm 275lbs and I average 13.2mph during the...

I'm 275lbs and I average 13.2mph during the evenings on the local MUP circuit by the river (5 miles one way, 10 miles including return trip) while riding my strait handled Felt road bike, although my...
Forum: Beach Cruisers
09-23-13, 07:08 AM
Replies: 43
Views: 8,647
Posted By StarDust4Ever

Who says you can't go fast on a Cruiser bike? ...

Who says you can't go fast on a Cruiser bike?
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=1rzg3esJaaU

On a more serious note, I'd imagine you could get pretty fast on a beach Cruiser if the gear ratio is set...
Forum: Tandem Cycling
09-23-13, 06:47 AM
Replies: 195
Views: 168,921
Posted By StarDust4Ever

I have a 2007 Dodge Caliber and an Electra Swing...

I have a 2007 Dodge Caliber and an Electra Swing Tandem 3i. The beautiful black cruiser is 8 feet long and super duper heavy despite the 6061 alloy frame. It came to pass that I needed to get the...
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