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Forum: Classic & Vintage
09-30-13, 11:23 PM
Replies: 115
Views: 8,832
Posted By Bjforrestal

Let's add up the debates.....

My way of cleaning a chain vs my way of cleaning a chain vs my brothers way of cleaning a chain vs the only way to clean a chain

Touring on a mtb vs buying a dedicated tourer

My tires vs your...
Forum: Commuting
09-30-13, 07:27 PM
Replies: 317
Views: 40,814
Posted By Bjforrestal

A Bike Is Supposed To Have A Freakin' Kickstand...PERIOD!

I finally got one for my commuter and am very happy I did
Forum: Commuting
09-30-13, 06:11 PM
Replies: 33
Views: 5,682
Posted By Bjforrestal

+1 - Extremely well written. The best...

+1 - Extremely well written.

The best tubing/geometry depends on the rider (especially weight), his riding style, where he'll ride and how long he'll ride; my custom builder even considered my...
Forum: Commuting
09-25-13, 07:45 AM
Replies: 80
Views: 3,249
Posted By Bjforrestal

Have You Given Your Bike a Name?

Mine is the green one when talking to my wife/kids. Anyone else, it's the 520. So to answer the question, no.
Forum: Commuting
09-24-13, 08:12 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 580
Posted By Bjforrestal

Looking for a commuter bike in a college town...

I'd say if you can get it down to 250 you're good...bring someone who knows a lot about bikes/mechanical things if you don't. I've heard nothing but good things about disc brakes. Oh and make sure...
Forum: Touring
09-23-13, 11:00 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 1,160
Posted By Bjforrestal

Touring and fishing

www.emmrod.com/packer-cast-pole/

I'm looking at getting this for backpacking/touring, has great reviews.
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
09-23-13, 10:41 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 1,376
Posted By Bjforrestal

I'll give the rag a try...yes I was running it...

I'll give the rag a try...yes I was running it backwards. Degreaser would drip off chain when outside of the cleaner chamber. The wiper things apparently don't dry the rollers just the sides.
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
09-23-13, 08:42 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 2,018
Posted By Bjforrestal

Nice customer service!

Nice customer service!
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
09-23-13, 08:39 PM
Replies: 47
Views: 17,791
Posted By Bjforrestal

Pro Gold Bike Wash ruined matte pain. Any way to fix?

What about matte powder coating? Is it the same type of issue? Reason I'm asking is my commuter/touring bike will be getting the overdue tear down, strip and powder coat this winter. (Lived on the...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
09-23-13, 08:24 PM
Replies: 33
Views: 1,972
Posted By Bjforrestal

+1 on the curiosity of this. Is it that op is...

+1 on the curiosity of this. Is it that op is buying a new stem anyways and don't want to shim a brand new part if you can find
it in the correct size? From a mechanical standpoint shims are...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
09-23-13, 08:16 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 1,376
Posted By Bjforrestal

If you did yours inside I will try again. Nothing...

If you did yours inside I will try again. Nothing to loose, already bought it
Forum: Commuting
09-23-13, 06:30 PM
Replies: 56
Views: 3,492
Posted By Bjforrestal

Thinking of Commuting to Work

If its the 22 mile each way, consider multi mode or part time. At least at first. That's a long way. Not saying it cannot be done, just saying the distance is significant.
Forum: Commuting
09-23-13, 06:27 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 1,939
Posted By Bjforrestal

I love Chrome, but just can't get a laptop...

I love Chrome, but just can't get a laptop situation that is good. Their only messenger bag built for laptop is the Buran and it's too puffy... it's thick you know?

The Metropolis is a monster!...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
09-23-13, 11:15 AM
Replies: 12
Views: 1,376
Posted By Bjforrestal

WOW, 9 bikes not yours to maintain, you either...

WOW, 9 bikes not yours to maintain, you either have a lot of kids or wives! :)

Get one of these, you can clean 3 chains at a time. I just use Dawn and water. You can use degreaser in it too, I...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
09-22-13, 11:59 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 1,376
Posted By Bjforrestal

I must've done it wrong...(chain cleaner)

Ok, so I drank the chain cleaner kool aid and I broke down and bought a finish line chain cleaner. The past 8 years I have taken my chain off, put it in a mason jar with degreaser, shake, shake,...
Forum: Commuting
09-22-13, 11:13 PM
Replies: 52
Views: 3,732
Posted By Bjforrestal

Any bike will do?

The ideal commuting bike is what you finally end up deciding on. Many variables, the most obvious IMO are the distance of the commute, your luggage requirements, your personal preference, and...
Forum: Commuting
09-22-13, 06:23 PM
Replies: 59
Views: 8,604
Posted By Bjforrestal

Back-Pack Drag - Revealed!

Sweet. So trunk bag least drag, Then panniers, then backpack? I was assuming backpack to be second and panniers to be 3rd but with the legs in front I could see this. Now can you do it in a wind...
Forum: Commuting
09-22-13, 07:50 AM
Replies: 11
Views: 1,939
Posted By Bjforrestal

Obsessed with finding perfect commuter/laptop bag

+1 for chrome. I have the metropolis. I put it through the ringer and is the most durable anything ive ever owned. Even doubles as a beer cooler in Guam at the beach :)
Forum: Touring
09-21-13, 07:17 PM
Replies: 98
Views: 6,515
Posted By Bjforrestal

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=HI8tDjDZK54[/QUOTE]...

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=HI8tDjDZK54[/QUOTE]
That video was straight awesome! I wrench on bikes quite a bit and had no idea that was possible!
Forum: Touring
09-21-13, 01:16 PM
Replies: 98
Views: 6,515
Posted By Bjforrestal

What to do when your bicycle is disabled in the middle of nowhere

Personally I fix it, short of tacoing a wheel or shredding both tires at the same time. (Only 1 spare) I can't think of another issue that would keep a fully loaded tourist completely stranded....
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
09-19-13, 10:40 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 732
Posted By Bjforrestal

Rear derailleur comes out of tune easily

Cable tension is probably your only problem. You tube it. every cyclist with deurailers should learn this IMHO.
Forum: Touring
09-19-13, 07:05 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 1,729
Posted By Bjforrestal

Although supposedly very reliable, what happens...

Although supposedly very reliable, what happens if it does in fact fail? If a FD totally fails you have 7,8,9 or 10 speeds depending on your bike. If rd fails, same in front. What happens if a igh...
Forum: Touring
09-18-13, 08:38 PM
Replies: 64
Views: 6,998
Posted By Bjforrestal

When is low gearing too much?

I have the 520, and I wish I had lower gearing just on my commute. Couldn't imagine carrying a full load. Will be getting 24 tooth soon as well
Forum: Commuting
09-17-13, 09:19 PM
Replies: 19
Views: 2,036
Posted By Bjforrestal

Finished my winter commuter!

I finally saw the after pics. Bike looks sweet and I'm jealous. Nice job.
Forum: Commuting
09-15-13, 09:29 PM
Replies: 59
Views: 8,604
Posted By Bjforrestal

Back-Pack Drag - Revealed!

Have you done it with rack and panniers, or basket, rack with trunk, etc? Really interested in other commuting standard cargo variations. Nice work with the backpack
Forum: Commuting
09-15-13, 09:24 AM
Replies: 43
Views: 2,331
Posted By Bjforrestal

Is there another term for Commuting ...

Cage free or cage lite? "Cage" is a motorcycle term used for cars, trucks, etc....just like the way it sounds, may not catch on with the cycling crowd, and co workers and friends who don't have...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
09-09-13, 05:16 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 945
Posted By Bjforrestal

I gotta get me one of those cleaners you're not...

I gotta get me one of those cleaners you're not the first I've heard good results from it. Which one do you have
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
09-09-13, 01:16 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 945
Posted By Bjforrestal

Chain Wear: Too good?

Since you checked both ways, I'd say you're good. Keep maintaining it and get 3500 more out of it?
Forum: Commuting
09-09-13, 01:06 PM
Replies: 71
Views: 4,831
Posted By Bjforrestal

Lets start skateboarding to work! It'll be the...

Lets start skateboarding to work! It'll be the new black!!
Forum: Commuting
09-08-13, 08:15 PM
Replies: 112
Views: 8,922
Posted By Bjforrestal

My experience has been that O-rings work just...

My experience has been that O-rings work just fine on the oversized clamping area of road bars, and the area covered by bartape. In the bare sections of standard diameter bars, I agree.[/QUOTE]
...
Forum: Commuting
09-08-13, 01:11 PM
Replies: 112
Views: 8,922
Posted By Bjforrestal

Don't have one but folks at mtbr.com says it...

Don't have one but folks at mtbr.com says it works well, plus all the chinese dual xm-l 1000 lumen lights are $40 now.
...
Forum: Commuting
09-08-13, 12:28 PM
Replies: 112
Views: 8,922
Posted By Bjforrestal

40 bucks, that's what I'm talking about. I assume...

40 bucks, that's what I'm talking about. I assume you have one and its working good?
Forum: Commuting
09-08-13, 11:46 AM
Replies: 112
Views: 8,922
Posted By Bjforrestal

it's going to be getting darker....

Ok, lights. So right now I have a basic setup but will be going through batteries like crazy if I keep on the same path once the dark catches up with my commute. Another piece of info, live in...
Forum: Commuting
09-08-13, 11:31 AM
Replies: 24
Views: 7,073
Posted By Bjforrestal

Rivnuts, I saw a YouTube video on them. Looked...

Rivnuts, I saw a YouTube video on them. Looked like some specialty tools involved in installing them? Thanks for the list of different solutions!
Forum: Commuting
09-08-13, 10:15 AM
Replies: 24
Views: 7,073
Posted By Bjforrestal

hose clamps

While searching the Internet to find a solution to my dilemma of adding a water bottle cage to my seat tube, the best/only solution I found was hose clamps. All other doodads were wanting me to...
Forum: Commuting
09-07-13, 11:35 PM
Replies: 17
Views: 979
Posted By Bjforrestal

how to deal with/ report loose glass on bike path?

I've passed the same 2 spike strip looking things on my commute for 2 weeks straight now. Obviously i haven't stopped to move them, just don't run over them. Maybe I should move them, karma might...
Forum: Beach Cruisers
09-06-13, 11:34 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 2,270
Posted By Bjforrestal

Frankenstine Schwinn

I like frankenbikes. But they're nothing without pics! Borrow a buddy's phone or something.
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
09-06-13, 11:32 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 612
Posted By Bjforrestal

I want a new fork...help

^+1. Also depends on your brake setup, I saw you linked a disc brake mount fork. Also the size wheels that are currently installed. If your budget is 200, maybe look to an lbs for help on this. You...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
09-06-13, 10:08 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 860
Posted By Bjforrestal

I've done some bike mechanics (basic stuff)...

I've done some bike mechanics (basic stuff) before but never had the right tools so it was not much fun to do and I couldn't 'feel' it right. I measured the jamnut using an open end wrench and it...
Forum: Commuting
09-06-13, 09:45 PM
Replies: 20
Views: 21,796
Posted By Bjforrestal

Look at the flat tube. Blow it up and find the...

Look at the flat tube. Blow it up and find the hole. If the hole is on the same side as your stem, it's a rim issue and not your tire. You should not be getting that many flats even on a cheap set of...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
09-06-13, 09:37 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 860
Posted By Bjforrestal

It is. Just make sure no grinding and pulsing,...

It is. Just make sure no grinding and pulsing, but also not too loose so that the axle can wobble. Get cone wrenches too. 13, 15, 17 mm. Normal wrenches are no bueno for your hubs, too thick and...
Forum: Commuting
09-06-13, 09:27 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 615
Posted By Bjforrestal

Hahaha love it +100!!!

Hahaha love it +100!!!
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
09-06-13, 09:13 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 860
Posted By Bjforrestal

is this grease good for hubs / bracket bearings ?

Personally I'd go with a waterproof grease. Will it work? Sure. How long? I have no idea. I figure if it didn't matter, my lbs would go cheap, but they use Phil wood grease on everything. A tube is...
Forum: Commuting
09-06-13, 08:52 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 615
Posted By Bjforrestal

just a few questions

I just kinda go Taoist, chuckle and keep pedaling, and be happy you are not him. why are those people the way they are? Some things we will never know, and that's ok :)
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
09-06-13, 07:10 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 612
Posted By Bjforrestal

Not sure about carbon, I know for a fact you can...

Not sure about carbon, I know for a fact you can have the pick of the litter for 4130 chromoly forks for that price range. Have you thought about chromoly? I would personally recommended chromoly as...
Forum: Commuting
09-06-13, 03:03 PM
Replies: 30
Views: 1,573
Posted By Bjforrestal

FWIW, it doesn't sound like you have tons of...

FWIW, it doesn't sound like you have tons of extra parts lying around either. I don't mean to rain on your parade, but, don't do it. None of my garage store 'finds' have been older than 82 or 84 and...
Forum: Commuting
09-05-13, 11:41 PM
Replies: 30
Views: 1,573
Posted By Bjforrestal

How do you choose your 2nd bike?

I'm building a b bike from a Fuji I found for 8 bucks at a garage sale. 70s gran tourer. Throwing on a set of 700c wheels I have in the garage, and will be going to my favorite lbs and picking up...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
09-04-13, 11:21 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 3,024
Posted By Bjforrestal

http://www.bikehacks.com/bikehacks/diy/ ...

http://www.bikehacks.com/bikehacks/diy/

Scroll down to light switch cover mount.
Forum: Commuting
09-04-13, 08:42 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 1,035
Posted By Bjforrestal

My daily commuter!

Well done, looks super classy and I bet it rides very smooth, and I'm glad you didn't have to buy all new parts and components.
Forum: Commuting
09-04-13, 08:36 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 1,035
Posted By Bjforrestal

Wow you put a lot of work into it and replaced...

Wow you put a lot of work into it and replaced everything I can see in the pics except the wheels perhaps. Replacement parts, did tou buy new? used? take off another bike? Did you keep the original...
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