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Forum: Fitting Your Bike
08-08-21, 05:52 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 1,154
Posted By MrWasabi

Thanks Rolla, According to the calculator,...

Thanks Rolla,

According to the calculator, if I did it right, the 100mm stem will give me 13mm more reach and 15mm more height than the 80mm. If I go with the Jones bars (or even my stock 30mm...
Forum: Fitting Your Bike
08-08-21, 09:01 AM
Replies: 5
Views: 1,154
Posted By MrWasabi

Thanks for the input, I thought the extra...

Thanks for the input,

I thought the extra 20mm would actually raise the bars more than the 80mm as the stem would extend further out and upwards with the 30 degree angle and reach would be...
Forum: Fitting Your Bike
08-08-21, 06:00 AM
Replies: 5
Views: 1,154
Posted By MrWasabi

Stem angle/length and riding position.

I'm looking at a 30 degree stem as I like more of an upright riding position due to some shoulder/neck pain. Wouldn't an 80mm length negate some of the riding height increase but still shorten the...
Forum: Fifty Plus (50+)
08-08-21, 05:42 AM
Replies: 161
Views: 29,592
Posted By MrWasabi

I don't track it enough but pedal as fast as I...

I don't track it enough but pedal as fast as I can go and still be comfortable and enjoy my ride.
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
08-07-21, 11:40 AM
Replies: 4
Views: 521
Posted By MrWasabi

There is a thread over in the hybrid forum where...

There is a thread over in the hybrid forum where Ergon stated that they won't fit the IsoZone bars. Not sure what bars your wife's Verve 2 have.
...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
08-07-21, 11:08 AM
Replies: 33
Views: 1,800
Posted By MrWasabi

Yeah those south beach folks sure are cutting...

Yeah those south beach folks sure are cutting edge.
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
08-06-21, 04:09 PM
Replies: 152
Views: 8,998
Posted By MrWasabi

Always. It's all about your biking swag. In my...

Always. It's all about your biking swag. In my mind, I'm a sexy beast. Especially during morning rides on my cruiser in thrown together homemade 'I don't care' biking kit. The local walking MILFs...
Forum: Fitting Your Bike
08-06-21, 04:01 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 1,304
Posted By MrWasabi

Thanks for the input. So someone with a 30"...

Thanks for the input.

So someone with a 30" pants inseam, would probably have a 32"ish bike inseam as you have to go to the bottom of your foot?
Forum: Fitting Your Bike
08-06-21, 03:37 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 1,304
Posted By MrWasabi

Biking inseam?

I've seen this mentioned a few times. What does it mean relative to an inseam sizing when buying pants?

Thanks.
Forum: Electronics, Lighting, & Gadgets
08-06-21, 03:29 PM
Replies: 16
Views: 6,866
Posted By MrWasabi

Yes, that is correct. I'm trying to avoid...

Yes, that is correct. I'm trying to avoid swapping cases all the time. Specifically, since it's an iPhone 12, it doesn't charge as easily wirelessly with aftermarket chargers as earlier iPhones. I...
Forum: Hybrid Bicycles
08-04-21, 04:50 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 11,131
Posted By MrWasabi

Good to know. Thank you.

Good to know. Thank you.
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
08-01-21, 09:30 AM
Replies: 12
Views: 660
Posted By MrWasabi

Even the 5000s?

Even the 5000s?
Forum: Cyclocross and Gravelbiking (Recreational)
08-01-21, 06:00 AM
Replies: 50
Views: 6,114
Posted By MrWasabi

Oh man that has bust my azz written all over it. ...

Oh man that has bust my azz written all over it. :lol:
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
08-01-21, 05:56 AM
Replies: 25
Views: 3,990
Posted By MrWasabi

Great thread. I'm in the same boat and think I'm...

Great thread. I'm in the same boat and think I'm ready for more of a road bike. I'll be hanging on to my Traverse but want some more speed for those all paved (99% MUP) days. I have some...
Forum: Hybrid Bicycles
08-01-21, 05:43 AM
Replies: 1,577
Views: 391,595
Posted By MrWasabi

Thanks for the info. I think I'm going to take...

Thanks for the info. I think I'm going to take the plunge on the H-Bar Bend version. I just need to figure out if I want 660mm or 710mm? My current 7 degree swept bars are 640mm. I've been...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
08-01-21, 05:35 AM
Replies: 38
Views: 4,681
Posted By MrWasabi

Just spotted a deal on Muc Off and am going to...

Just spotted a deal on Muc Off and am going to try some:...
Forum: Hybrid Bicycles
07-31-21, 07:05 PM
Replies: 1,577
Views: 391,595
Posted By MrWasabi

Those look great. I've been looking at Jones...

Those look great. I've been looking at Jones H-Bars. I guess grips w/bar ends such as Ergon GP3s won't work well? Did you have to change any cables? Any others have experience with these types of...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
07-28-21, 04:56 PM
Replies: 38
Views: 4,681
Posted By MrWasabi

I'm a big fan of Bike Brite: ...

I'm a big fan of Bike Brite:
https://www.amazon.com/Bike-Brite-MC441G-Motorcycle-Degreaser/dp/B0022ZEKCU/ref=sr_1_1?dchild=1&keywords=bike+brite&qid=1627512713&sr=8-1

I've been using it for years...
Forum: Fifty Plus (50+)
07-28-21, 03:47 PM
Replies: 271
Views: 32,960
Posted By MrWasabi

As an old fart, I felt compelled to open this...

As an old fart, I felt compelled to open this thread and enjoy the read. :)
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
07-28-21, 05:29 AM
Replies: 6
Views: 1,110
Posted By MrWasabi

Can you elaborate a little more? I picked up some...

Can you elaborate a little more? I picked up some GP5000s in 32c tubed version and haven't mounted them yet.
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
07-28-21, 05:24 AM
Replies: 28
Views: 2,064
Posted By MrWasabi

I like those Adidas FiveTen Freeriders and may...

I like those Adidas FiveTen Freeriders and may have to get a pair. I ride on platform pedals in sneakers as well. Sometimes I feel a stiffer sole would help. Those look like cool casual shoes to wear...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
07-24-21, 08:16 AM
Replies: 50
Views: 5,392
Posted By MrWasabi

Thank you for the reply, Understood on side...

Thank you for the reply,

Understood on side of the road repairs for all the parts in any of these packs/multi-tools. That's all I expect out of these. I already have some Pedro's levers in my bag...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
07-24-21, 07:49 AM
Replies: 50
Views: 5,392
Posted By MrWasabi

How do you like the tire levers with this? Better...

How do you like the tire levers with this? Better or at least as good as the full size Pedro's?
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
07-22-21, 06:49 AM
Replies: 22
Views: 3,957
Posted By MrWasabi

I haven't tried it yet.

I haven't tried it yet.
Forum: Hybrid Bicycles
07-21-21, 05:52 AM
Replies: 1,795
Views: 747,854
Posted By MrWasabi

Thanks. Is it an easy ride from the bike parking...

Thanks. Is it an easy ride from the bike parking spot on 54/Suncoast? I'll be coming up from Lutz Lake Fern Rd but don't like all the highway riding, prefer the woods. :)
Forum: Beach Cruisers
07-19-21, 01:05 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 3,974
Posted By MrWasabi

Thanks for the advice. Yeah I have the kool-stop...

Thanks for the advice. Yeah I have the kool-stop pads on my other bikes. They are great and I'll probably get a set for the cruiser too..
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
07-19-21, 12:24 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 391
Posted By MrWasabi

Coaster brake/SS cog options?

I'm trying to find an 18T and maybe a 16T cog for my Electra Cruiser 1 and see a lot of options out there and am not sure what will easily fit. Should I definitely go with steel over aluminum? Prefer...
Forum: Beach Cruisers
07-19-21, 08:19 AM
Replies: 9
Views: 3,974
Posted By MrWasabi

Thanks for the input, What lever should I...

Thanks for the input,

What lever should I get for the Cruiser 1 bars? I'm eyeballing the Tektro short reach ones....
Forum: Beach Cruisers
07-19-21, 07:02 AM
Replies: 9
Views: 3,974
Posted By MrWasabi

I'm looking to add a front brake to my Electra...

I'm looking to add a front brake to my Electra Cruiser 1 as well. OP, which brake set did you go with? Any AIO kits out there with the lever and cable included or should I just go ala cart as I want...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
07-19-21, 05:32 AM
Replies: 38
Views: 2,673
Posted By MrWasabi

Lol, my beach cruiser is my favorite. I rode it...

Lol, my beach cruiser is my favorite. I rode it around the neighborhood twice yesterday in between some swimming and gardening...few beers mixed in. Just hop on and go for as long as I feel like...
Forum: Hybrid Bicycles
07-18-21, 09:58 AM
Replies: 1,795
Views: 747,854
Posted By MrWasabi

I'm in Lutz. What part of the Suncoast Trail is...

I'm in Lutz. What part of the Suncoast Trail is that?
Forum: Beach Cruisers
07-17-21, 05:31 PM
Replies: 29
Views: 9,205
Posted By MrWasabi

Thanks for the reply, Yeah, I think I'm...

Thanks for the reply,

Yeah, I think I'm going to try a few cogs out. For the Electra Cruiser 1, what brand/type/part # do I need? Are they just the standard Shimano single speed cogs? I can't...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
07-17-21, 05:03 PM
Replies: 15
Views: 5,834
Posted By MrWasabi

Thanks again for the input everyone, Sorry...

Thanks again for the input everyone,

Sorry about the confusion on the thread size and flats size. I had a pedal wrench when I was younger, 35+ years ago and remember that it was more narrow than a...
Forum: Beach Cruisers
07-17-21, 04:01 PM
Replies: 29
Views: 9,205
Posted By MrWasabi

Bumping this thread up as I'm in a similar...

Bumping this thread up as I'm in a similar position. I even bought a three speed hub for my Electra Cruiser 1 off eBay but for now I'm sticking with single speed and doing a rear cog change. My...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
07-17-21, 12:35 PM
Replies: 15
Views: 5,834
Posted By MrWasabi

Thanks for the replies everyone, So the 15mm...

Thanks for the replies everyone,

So the 15mm wrench should work for both my 1/2" and 9/16' thread size pedals?
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
07-17-21, 09:59 AM
Replies: 15
Views: 5,834
Posted By MrWasabi

Pedal wrench sizes?

I'm looking to pickup a pedal wrench. I have bikes with 9/16" and 1/2" pedals. I'd like one wrench to do them all if I can. Will this work?...
Forum: Electronics, Lighting, & Gadgets
07-17-21, 08:07 AM
Replies: 16
Views: 6,866
Posted By MrWasabi

Thanks for the replies everyone, I'm just...

Thanks for the replies everyone,

I'm just plugging in for now. Here's the article that mentions some may work:...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
07-15-21, 07:46 PM
Replies: 80
Views: 5,749
Posted By MrWasabi

Yeah on weekends like 500 grams.

Yeah on weekends like 500 grams.
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
07-15-21, 07:32 PM
Replies: 80
Views: 5,749
Posted By MrWasabi

Gotta lighten the load.

Gotta lighten the load.
Forum: Electronics, Lighting, & Gadgets
07-15-21, 03:34 PM
Replies: 16
Views: 6,866
Posted By MrWasabi

Well the obvious/main advantage is no need to...

Well the obvious/main advantage is no need to connect a cord to your phone. Just sit it down on the charger and it starts charging. The same holds for my headphones and Apple Watch. I just sit them...
Forum: Electronics, Lighting, & Gadgets
07-14-21, 02:30 PM
Replies: 16
Views: 6,866
Posted By MrWasabi

Thanks for the input. I've tried this Anker one...

Thanks for the input. I've tried this Anker one with no luck:
https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B07THHQMHM/ref=ppx_yo_dt_b_search_asin_title?ie=UTF8&psc=1

I'm trying to avoid buying a bunch of...
Forum: Beach Cruisers
07-14-21, 09:40 AM
Replies: 3
Views: 635
Posted By MrWasabi

Thanks for the input. I'm not sure, I'll...

Thanks for the input.

I'm not sure, I'll have to look as the Nexus hub hasn't arrived yet, I just bought it yesterday. If they don't match should I take this as an opportunity to change out my...
Forum: Electronics, Lighting, & Gadgets
07-14-21, 08:53 AM
Replies: 16
Views: 6,866
Posted By MrWasabi

Aftermarket Quad Lock wireless options?

I have a Quad Lock case for my iPhone 12 Mini and am wondering if anyone has had any success with aftermarket wireless chargers? The one Quad Lock offers isn't what I am looking for as I want...
Forum: Beach Cruisers
07-13-21, 09:49 AM
Replies: 3
Views: 635
Posted By MrWasabi

Electra single speed to three speed.

I have a 2020 Electra Cruiser 1 and just picked up a NOS three speed Nexus hub/shifter. It came with everything but the cog. Can I use my existing 22T cog and single speed chain? I was thinking about...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
07-08-21, 07:17 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 1,569
Posted By MrWasabi

Thanks again for the great input everyone, ...

Thanks again for the great input everyone,

Do I just apply a light coat of carbon paste inside the seat tube about an inch or so in before I slide the seatpost in?
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
07-08-21, 10:08 AM
Replies: 12
Views: 1,569
Posted By MrWasabi

Thanks for the input, I’ll pick some up....

Thanks for the input,

I’ll pick some up. Thinking about this Finish Line:
https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0012RIEM6/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_api_glt_fabc_NS4KQG3A19EPCTDKZF8M?_encoding=UTF8&psc=1
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
07-08-21, 09:43 AM
Replies: 12
Views: 1,569
Posted By MrWasabi

Carbon seatpost install questions.

I just got a new Niner RDO carbon seatpost and am installing it on my Fuji Traverse. Should I get some carbon paste? I’ve been reading that it’s a good idea to avoid slippage later? What’s a good...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
07-05-21, 05:17 PM
Replies: 75
Views: 5,896
Posted By MrWasabi

Forgot one and am not sure if this is a...

Forgot one and am not sure if this is a consumable the OP is thinking of but I've also been grabbing some biking apparel when I see it on sale.
Forum: Beach Cruisers
07-05-21, 02:56 PM
Replies: 16
Views: 2,731
Posted By MrWasabi

I actually just picked up an Electra Cruiser 1 in...

I actually just picked up an Electra Cruiser 1 in Matte Bark today. It was too good of a deal to miss. So now I'm looking for two sets of cruiser tires, one for the Giant CFM-4 and the other for the...
Forum: Beach Cruisers
07-05-21, 01:31 PM
Replies: 16
Views: 2,731
Posted By MrWasabi

Thanks for the input, Yeah, I probably won't...

Thanks for the input,

Yeah, I probably won't get them on Amazon based on the sellers rating but was just providing a link from there.
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