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Forum: Advocacy & Safety
08-01-23, 07:33 AM
Replies: 60
Views: 2,031
Posted By Bald Paul

It should be mandatory that the vehicle operator...

It should be mandatory that the vehicle operator allows law enforcement to look at their cellphone record at the time of the collision. Much like a breathalyzer in case of suspected DUI, if there is...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
07-01-23, 01:43 AM
Replies: 21
Views: 1,009
Posted By maddog34

you should find an all steel internal cam QR from...

you should find an all steel internal cam QR from a mid 95 and up MTB... they're around 145mm from cam face to the end.

Co-Ops usually keep double handfuls of them around.

just remember, if you...
Forum: Advocacy & Safety
07-19-22, 11:50 AM
Replies: 42
Views: 2,788
Posted By Steve B.

Its not about infrastructure being needed for...

Its not about infrastructure being needed for cycling, its about changing the mindset of motorists to have them learn that bikes are allowed and acceptable and to be tolerated. Some countries have...
Forum: Advocacy & Safety
05-26-22, 07:21 AM
Replies: 111
Views: 4,959
Posted By JW Fas

UPDATE: The detective just called me back and...

UPDATE: The detective just called me back and said I was spot on with finding the identities of the driver and the girl who threw the trash. He has to refer them to the juvenile office for further...
Forum: Advocacy & Safety
05-07-22, 07:57 AM
Replies: 74
Views: 4,680
Posted By Bearhawker

Cops called the guy and advised that his story...

Cops called the guy and advised that his story matched mine: I said it should as I have it all on video. Cops declined to see the video.

They assure me the driver has learned from this experience...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
05-05-22, 11:07 PM
Replies: 281
Views: 9,049
Posted By LarrySellerz

Hey cager mind your own business

Hey cager mind your own business
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
05-02-22, 11:32 AM
Replies: 75
Views: 3,235
Posted By indyfabz

:rolleyes: I suspect the feeling is mutual.

:rolleyes: I suspect the feeling is mutual.
Forum: Advocacy & Safety
04-26-22, 08:42 PM
Replies: 88
Views: 7,644
Posted By jon c.

People now defend rude behavior because wokeness....

People now defend rude behavior because wokeness. Calls for basic civility are met with sneers. Fine place our society has come to occupy.
Forum: Advocacy & Safety
04-22-22, 10:34 PM
Replies: 88
Views: 7,644
Posted By DiabloScott

I was thinking the next big thing will be...

I was thinking the next big thing will be bodyguard drones. It can fly above you your whole ride, watch for bad drivers, and eliminate threats with little bombs.
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
04-22-22, 07:41 PM
Replies: 115
Views: 3,305
Posted By Daniel4

I think it was the "Stop killing our kids"...

I think it was the "Stop killing our kids" campaign in the 1970s.
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
04-22-22, 12:20 PM
Replies: 115
Views: 3,305
Posted By genejockey

Two things can both be problematic. They're not...

Two things can both be problematic. They're not mutually exclusive.
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
04-22-22, 12:15 PM
Replies: 115
Views: 3,305
Posted By wolfchild

Distracted drivers and aggressive drivers are the...

Distracted drivers and aggressive drivers are the problem.....not the type or style of a vehicle.
Forum: Advocacy & Safety
04-22-22, 10:05 AM
Replies: 88
Views: 7,644
Posted By clemsongirl

I read about the Texas Waller County and six...

I read about the Texas Waller County and six injured bicyclists incident last year that took a DA to do the investigation that the local police should have but didn’t do. It shows why some are...
Forum: Advocacy & Safety
04-13-22, 12:40 PM
Replies: 226
Views: 11,518
Posted By Daniel4

If bicycles on that location is a problem for...

If bicycles on that location is a problem for motorists, it would be a good place to hold a critical mass cycling event.
Forum: Advocacy & Safety
11-28-21, 09:04 AM
Replies: 34
Views: 3,476
Posted By rydabent

The huge problem is that all over the country the...

The huge problem is that all over the country the DAs seem to look at anyone on a bike as fair game, and refuse to prosecute the killers in the cars.
Forum: Advocacy & Safety
11-27-21, 09:58 PM
Replies: 34
Views: 3,476
Posted By rossiny

when you think about the war aspect of War For...

when you think about the war aspect of War For Oil.
​​​its not far fetced on the evil part.
Forum: Pacific Northwest
11-18-21, 12:03 AM
Replies: 5
Views: 2,068
Posted By SurferRosa

Holding that bike a little lower and you can...

Holding that bike a little lower and you can leave a nice scratch on the hood with your nds pedal. :thumb:
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
11-15-21, 09:12 AM
Replies: 221
Views: 10,122
Posted By Daniel4

Actually, there's one person I wish would put me...

Actually, there's one person I wish would put me on his ignore list. He's on mine but he still responds to my posts with his usual trolling comments.
Forum: Advocacy & Safety
11-11-21, 03:28 PM
Replies: 200
Views: 15,626
Posted By venturi95

Dude, do you even ride? To quote a bumper...

Dude, do you even ride?
To quote a bumper sticker: "If you're not outraged, you're not paying attention."
He has admitted to causing this unfortunate incident (notice how I didn't use the "a" word...
Forum: Advocacy & Safety
10-29-21, 10:03 AM
Replies: 46
Views: 3,043
Posted By DangerousDanR

I do not think this word means what you think...

I do not think this word means what you think this word means!
Forum: Commuting
10-25-21, 12:43 PM
Replies: 121
Views: 9,497
Posted By dkatz1

I feel so lucky and grateful that we have a...

I feel so lucky and grateful that we have a genius social scientist like you to clarify this and other matters for those of us who simply don't have the mental powers to grasp the deep insights into...
Forum: Commuting
10-21-21, 06:28 PM
Replies: 121
Views: 9,497
Posted By Daniel4

If you don't already have an action camera for...

If you don't already have an action camera for this purpose, get one. Or two, one for the rear view. Internal microphones are lousy so they may not pick up the honking or the swearing.

There are...
Forum: Commuting
10-20-21, 06:35 PM
Replies: 121
Views: 9,497
Posted By Daniel4

I'm not sure why some people are using the words...

I'm not sure why some people are using the words informant, whistleblower and snitch to describe the OP.

This is the only comment that matters.
Forum: Advocacy & Safety
09-24-21, 02:12 AM
Replies: 51
Views: 2,971
Posted By ExPatTyke

Exactly that - I always carry a camera on my...

Exactly that - I always carry a camera on my commute, and any bad driving gets reported. It works, as I'm on a regular commute route most days I often see the same drivers. The ones I've reported...
Forum: Advocacy & Safety
09-21-21, 08:58 AM
Replies: 51
Views: 2,971
Posted By Daniel4

I'm glad you're ok. I have a rear view...

I'm glad you're ok.

I have a rear view camera too.
Forum: Electric Bikes
09-15-21, 11:40 AM
Replies: 8
Views: 913
Posted By Calsun

The faster a battery is charged the fewer charge...

The faster a battery is charged the fewer charge cycles it is likely to accept. Best bet is to get a second battery if you really need more range or perhaps consider using your legs to pedal so the...
Forum: Advocacy & Safety
09-10-21, 12:37 PM
Replies: 18
Views: 994
Posted By Joe Bikerider

Are you paying for these posts? If not, then...

Are you paying for these posts? If not, then take a deep breath and think about how things in the universe are connected. You might learn something.
Forum: Electric Bikes
09-10-21, 12:03 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 913
Posted By MNebiker

Her is a link I found on the Luna web site...

Her is a link I found on the Luna web site regarding battery charging that may help:

https://www.electricbike.com/ebike-battery-longevity/
Forum: Electric Bikes
09-10-21, 11:01 AM
Replies: 8
Views: 913
Posted By mclewis1

I think using a timer with basic chargers is a...

I think using a timer with basic chargers is a good simple solution, but you do need to "know" your particular batteries. Even with a timer I would also keep a close eye on the charge state of the...
Forum: Advocacy & Safety
09-09-21, 11:31 AM
Replies: 11
Views: 1,040
Posted By Paul Barnard

Self-control is overrated. I recommend throwing...

Self-control is overrated. I recommend throwing your bike through their windshield. That's more likely to serve as a deterrence in the future.
Forum: Electric Bikes
09-06-21, 09:48 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 913
Posted By gregf83

They don't really have to be 'smart' to do that....

They don't really have to be 'smart' to do that. All lithium chargers will start with a constant current until the battery voltage reaches about 4.2V/cell. After that the voltage will be held...
Forum: Electric Bikes
09-06-21, 08:48 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 913
Posted By Doc_Wui

Your 36V10,2AH battery probably has 40 cells,...

Your 36V10,2AH battery probably has 40 cells, arranged in a 10x4 array. In battery talk, that's 10S-4P for 10 series groups and 4 parallel cells per group.

With a 2A charger, each cell gets 0.5A...
Forum: Electric Bikes
09-06-21, 05:14 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 913
Posted By 2old

Most "experts" state that batteries are stressed...

Most "experts" state that batteries are stressed by fast charging. Accordingly, charging at 2 amps probably is optimal, and higher rates probably will decrease battery life. Check the literature to...
Forum: Electric Bikes
08-25-21, 10:58 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 2,378
Posted By Doc_Wui

That's a nice deal. If you stare at battery cases...

That's a nice deal. If you stare at battery cases on aliexpress.com, you can probably find some chinese seller selling it. Ypu can often find parts for the popular stuff. Otherwise, you could google...
Forum: Advocacy & Safety
08-16-21, 10:05 PM
Replies: 43
Views: 2,823
Posted By Bigbus

Seriously? I've seen this happen a few times...

Seriously?

I've seen this happen a few times now on these forums. I must be in the wrong place. I thought censorship was only on FB, Twits, and Utube.
Bye
Forum: Advocacy & Safety
08-13-21, 10:11 AM
Replies: 193
Views: 13,316
Posted By Daniel4

I had the same concern. But if the person at 911...

I had the same concern. But if the person at 911 is ok with your calls and they are in compliance with the legislation, then that's more power to you.
Forum: Advocacy & Safety
07-26-21, 12:26 PM
Replies: 63
Views: 4,170
Posted By frogman

exactly !!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

exactly !!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
Forum: Advocacy & Safety
07-25-21, 08:47 PM
Replies: 46
Views: 3,529
Posted By monkeytusmc

The scariest thing about riding today are people...

The scariest thing about riding today are people who text and drive and I see it too much. I wouldn't wish this on anyone. They should increase the penalty for driving and texting.
Forum: Advocacy & Safety
07-23-21, 08:56 AM
Replies: 46
Views: 3,529
Posted By Rick

The area to the right of the normal traffic lane...

The area to the right of the normal traffic lane is the most dangerous part of the road in the USA. The first place the motorist goes to sneak around traffic or avoid the police is going to be the...
Forum: Advocacy & Safety
07-15-21, 09:33 AM
Replies: 63
Views: 4,170
Posted By LAJ

That just makes so much sense though.

That just makes so much sense though.
Forum: Advocacy & Safety
07-15-21, 09:24 AM
Replies: 63
Views: 4,170
Posted By Milton Keynes

Well, I guess if you find this forum totally...

Well, I guess if you find this forum totally useless, nobody's forcing you to read it.
Forum: Advocacy & Safety
07-13-21, 09:04 AM
Replies: 69
Views: 4,598
Posted By JoeyBike

"Looks" like. :lol:

"Looks" like. :lol:
Forum: Advocacy & Safety
07-12-21, 10:10 AM
Replies: 69
Views: 4,598
Posted By prj71

Livedarklions.... You just dug yourself a...

Livedarklions....

You just dug yourself a deep hole and you look like a fool.
Forum: Advocacy & Safety
07-07-21, 10:48 AM
Replies: 69
Views: 4,598
Posted By prj71

Slippery dry pavement? :lol:

Slippery dry pavement? :lol:
Forum: Advocacy & Safety
07-07-21, 08:36 AM
Replies: 69
Views: 4,598
Posted By prj71

If the details emerge on this incident, my bets...

If the details emerge on this incident, my bets are the driver was texting. You just don't miss navigating a curve and hit a biker unless you are texting, intoxicated or have some other distraction.
Forum: Advocacy & Safety
07-01-21, 01:47 PM
Replies: 69
Views: 4,598
Posted By prj71

Brabant explained the crash happened after the...

Brabant explained the crash happened after the vehicle, for an unknown reason, continued on its trajectory in a curve hitting the cyclist.

Driver was texting.
Forum: Advocacy & Safety
06-21-21, 11:54 AM
Replies: 45
Views: 2,285
Posted By Rick

Wen I approach a four way stop and there is...

Wen I approach a four way stop and there is traffic there, I stop and obey the right of way. People wait until I am completely stopped before they take their turn. Sometimes I have to encourage them...
Forum: Advocacy & Safety
06-05-21, 11:37 AM
Replies: 193
Views: 13,316
Posted By Daniel4

Keep doing what you're doing.

Keep doing what you're doing.
Forum: Advocacy & Safety
06-03-21, 01:09 PM
Replies: 193
Views: 13,316
Posted By Daniel4

I do care. That's why when I take the lane, I...

I do care. That's why when I take the lane, I ride more slowly.
Forum: Advocacy & Safety
06-03-21, 04:58 AM
Replies: 193
Views: 13,316
Posted By livedarklions

I think you're missing a larger point--in the...

I think you're missing a larger point--in the situations you're talking about, the bike lane will quickly become the de facto delivery parking lane and cease to be an effective bike lane. Any one...
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