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Forum: Commuting
09-10-12, 06:47 PM
Replies: 16
Views: 713
Posted By Shavit

Not really too familiar with the area, but I've...

Not really too familiar with the area, but I've lived in some pretty rough places without major incident. Give it a go and see how you like it. You can always modify your route if necessary. For...
Forum: Commuting
09-10-12, 06:19 PM
Replies: 21
Views: 1,652
Posted By Shavit

amen. 'bikes as transportation' hasn't quite...

amen. 'bikes as transportation' hasn't quite caught hold all of the way in this forum. It'll be nice when more people catch on ... maybe then our cities/governments/businesses will too.

The...
Forum: Commuting
09-10-12, 04:04 PM
Replies: 19
Views: 1,113
Posted By Shavit

OP, you need not take any special steps...

OP, you need not take any special steps whatsoever. wear what you normally wear in the cold/rain. (although, if you're used to getting in a car, you might want to pick up some gloves and a good warm...
Forum: Commuting
09-10-12, 03:40 PM
Replies: 39
Views: 1,873
Posted By Shavit

I wear what I normally wear when outside during...

I wear what I normally wear when outside during the winter/fall.

http://www.copenhagenize.com/2012/01/overcomplicating-winter-cycling-why-its.html
Forum: Commuting
09-08-12, 09:26 AM
Replies: 15
Views: 1,197
Posted By Shavit

great for kids to learn on. i bought one for my...

great for kids to learn on. i bought one for my niece not to long ago. She loves it and it's nearly impossible for her to wreck while she's learning to balance.
Forum: Commuting
09-08-12, 09:07 AM
Replies: 14
Views: 896
Posted By Shavit

my mistake. i was looking at this...

my mistake. i was looking at this (http://www.bikesdirect.com/products/gravity/htx5.htm). The one I was supposed looking at is certainly better for road travel with the rigid fork ... and would...
Forum: Commuting
09-07-12, 04:25 PM
Replies: 14
Views: 896
Posted By Shavit

OP, the first time road grime gets all over your...

OP, the first time road grime gets all over your pants (and maybe a stripe up the back) after a good rain, you'll want fenders.

generally speaking you might want to consider your limitations as...
Forum: Advocacy & Safety
07-28-09, 05:37 PM
Replies: 125
Views: 6,099
Posted By Shavit

"1. if you are so well paid why does $3,000 seem...

"1. if you are so well paid why does $3,000 seem unjustifiably expensive?
*also, this notion of gaining freely available legal knowledge without paying large sums for further instruction reflects my...
Forum: Advocacy & Safety
07-27-09, 01:32 AM
Replies: 18
Views: 4,234
Posted By Shavit

OP, i think xenologer is correct. Homemade bike...

OP, i think xenologer is correct. Homemade bike racks are fairly easy to break. Besides, you landlord may not want the eye sore.

But his second sentence would probably be a perfect solution....
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
07-25-09, 10:28 AM
Replies: 7
Views: 611
Posted By Shavit

Eric, Doug is right. the "universal" applies to...

Eric, Doug is right. the "universal" applies to a range of tire widths, not the valve.
Forum: Commuting
07-24-09, 12:04 AM
Replies: 9
Views: 578
Posted By Shavit

I would have learned my lesson about buying from...

I would have learned my lesson about buying from Nashbar the first time. 30% coupon or not, you still have to use a credit card, right?
Forum: Advocacy & Safety
07-12-09, 08:58 PM
Replies: 40
Views: 2,559
Posted By Shavit

can they still lose a "good faith case"? (the...

can they still lose a "good faith case"? (the answer is yes)
Forum: Advocacy & Safety
07-10-09, 02:38 PM
Replies: 40
Views: 2,559
Posted By Shavit

health care? you're kidding, right? it's not...

health care? you're kidding, right? it's not "some people" that have a problem paying their medical bills or covering an insurance payment. Oh, and you're wrong, people can be denied health care...
Forum: Advocacy & Safety
07-09-09, 02:05 PM
Replies: 40
Views: 2,559
Posted By Shavit

name a service similar to the one provided by...

name a service similar to the one provided by lawyers that charges a flat rate that "everyone" can afford. Remember that "everyone" includes the homeless, people below the poverty line, unemployed,...
Forum: Commuting
06-30-09, 05:44 PM
Replies: 15
Views: 5,686
Posted By Shavit

OP, i'll probably never use anything other than a...

OP, i'll probably never use anything other than a Chrome bag. I have two (the largest ones), but they come in a few different sizes. It's really just a big waterproof bag with a couple small...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
06-29-09, 09:55 PM
Replies: 42
Views: 4,851
Posted By Shavit

"Also, it's easier for anyone—even someone who...

"Also, it's easier for anyone—even someone who isn't in shape—to hop onto a mountain bike and be comfortable; the upright seating position feels more natural, and affords an easier, better view of...
Forum: Commuting
06-28-09, 05:25 PM
Replies: 67
Views: 2,294
Posted By Shavit

it's amazing to me that i keep coming back to...

it's amazing to me that i keep coming back to this site.
Forum: Commuting
06-28-09, 05:11 PM
Replies: 67
Views: 2,294
Posted By Shavit

Supramax - yeah, i've heard the saying. But what...

Supramax - yeah, i've heard the saying. But what i said in my post is that my commute is conducive to not needing to carry it, so i don't. So for you to understand it: "it's okay if you need it and...
Forum: Commuting
06-28-09, 03:58 PM
Replies: 67
Views: 2,294
Posted By Shavit

Welcome to the club. Quite a few folks on...

Welcome to the club.

Quite a few folks on here will tell you to pack a bunch of stuff you'll get tired of carrying (spare tubes, first aid kits, etc.). Try it and see if you like it or need it...
Forum: Commuting
06-24-09, 08:30 AM
Replies: 54
Views: 2,664
Posted By Shavit

Spanky-G ... the guy might have been allergic to...

Spanky-G ... the guy might have been allergic to the common ingredients of deodorant/antiperspirant. Had a teacher in middle school that explained that his armpits would develop a blister-filled...
Forum: Commuting
06-18-09, 12:53 AM
Replies: 154
Views: 6,603
Posted By Shavit

i didn't mean to imply feeling with the use of...

i didn't mean to imply feeling with the use of the word "sad" ... let me change that to "pathetic". (oh, and it was a joke)
Forum: Commuting
06-18-09, 12:26 AM
Replies: 154
Views: 6,603
Posted By Shavit

I've been known to hop on the bus using my free...

I've been known to hop on the bus using my free bus pass when it gets too hot (~95+), the exhaust gets to me, and it's fairly convenient (i happen to be passing a stop when the bus is coming). As an...
Forum: Commuting
06-17-09, 11:18 PM
Replies: 28
Views: 2,766
Posted By Shavit

lewt, I put this light on my messenger bag...

lewt,

I put this light on my messenger bag when i need it: http://www.performancebike.com/bikes/Product_10052_10551_1030749_-1_400057_400014_400159

the sheer amount of light mixed with the...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
06-08-09, 05:41 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 604
Posted By Shavit

Yes, you should go talk to the shop's owner. ...

Yes, you should go talk to the shop's owner. They may say you won't get the money, but what will it hurt? It's a hundred bucks, and wouldn't it be nice to buy a new bag or rack or ... Of course,...
Forum: Advocacy & Safety
05-24-09, 09:46 AM
Replies: 25
Views: 1,569
Posted By Shavit

Beetz ... I'd get low and ride as fast as i could...

Beetz ... I'd get low and ride as fast as i could making broad zig zags. Getting off the bike allows them to catch up. Besides, most folks that own a gun don't really know how to shoot it (i.e....
Forum: Classic & Vintage
05-18-09, 11:26 PM
Replies: 1
Views: 549
Posted By Shavit

Anyone heard of this guy in Louisville?

Has anybody dealt with, heard of, or could vouch for this guy:

http://vicsclassicbikes.blogspot.com/

I'm a newbie to the world of the older frames, and i just want to make sure i'm dealing...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
05-14-09, 10:02 PM
Replies: 14
Views: 833
Posted By Shavit

never tried it, but to be quite honest i wouldn't...

never tried it, but to be quite honest i wouldn't worry about it. I like Merlin's idea of just disassembling it for the drive, but with moving, your car will probably be full or you'll be too busy. ...
Forum: Cyclocross and Gravelbiking (Recreational)
05-14-09, 09:53 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 1,081
Posted By Shavit

i'm new to this side of bikeforums, but i...

i'm new to this side of bikeforums, but i wholeheartedly agree. I would seriously doubt that you could find a cross for 300 bucks ... even used and in horrible shape.

Get on craigslist (or ask...
Forum: Advocacy & Safety
05-13-09, 05:36 PM
Replies: 72
Views: 3,641
Posted By Shavit

you should read ALL of the posts. i never said...

you should read ALL of the posts. i never said it was a one-size fits all solution. I'm also not wrong if it works for me. (it being at least a fits-me-solution, right?)
Forum: Advocacy & Safety
05-10-09, 08:10 PM
Replies: 72
Views: 3,641
Posted By Shavit

yeah, i called them from my cell phone while i...

yeah, i called them from my cell phone while i was standing on the side of the street. But with no tags, and the description of the driver that i gave matching nearly 80% of the male population of...
Forum: Advocacy & Safety
05-10-09, 07:21 PM
Replies: 169
Views: 7,255
Posted By Shavit

chipcom that was one of the more elegant and...

chipcom that was one of the more elegant and poignant rants i've ever read. well done.
Forum: Advocacy & Safety
05-10-09, 07:11 PM
Replies: 72
Views: 3,641
Posted By Shavit

Solution to the original problem? What are...

Solution to the original problem? What are wanting ... a guide for the OP to teach every motorist to be patient, stay in their proper lane, and magically care about another's life?

OP, you know...
Forum: Advocacy & Safety
05-10-09, 06:37 PM
Replies: 72
Views: 3,641
Posted By Shavit

-25 for failing to think about what he meant and...

-25 for failing to think about what he meant and instead jumping to conclusions and patronizing fellow members ...

taking the lane at least gives you a few feet on each side instead of being...
Forum: Advocacy & Safety
05-10-09, 06:34 PM
Replies: 72
Views: 3,641
Posted By Shavit

my thoughts exactly ... ride in the dead center...

my thoughts exactly ... ride in the dead center of the lane. If he tries to pass, then you have a few feet to avoid the passer, and you don't have to worry about hitting a car to your left. But...
Forum: Commuting
07-17-08, 10:35 PM
Replies: 17
Views: 896
Posted By Shavit

follow the same laws, except for the fact that we...

follow the same laws, except for the fact that we can legally share the lane with a car. if there's room, i always pass.
Forum: Commuting
07-14-08, 09:14 AM
Replies: 46
Views: 2,229
Posted By Shavit

OP, whatever you get make sure you have a safe...

OP, whatever you get make sure you have a safe place to lock it before you spend to much ....
Forum: Commuting
07-14-08, 06:48 AM
Replies: 885
Views: 108,902
Posted By Shavit

Try Cannondale.

Try Cannondale.
Forum: Advocacy & Safety
07-07-08, 12:23 AM
Replies: 103
Views: 3,993
Posted By Shavit

when was the last time you logged into bikeforums...

when was the last time you logged into bikeforums and didn't try to pick a fight with someone?
Forum: Commuting
06-23-08, 03:36 PM
Replies: 53
Views: 2,198
Posted By Shavit

Shundaroni ... I grew up in that area of...

Shundaroni ...

I grew up in that area of lexington. All of those roads are fine to ride on. I started riding on harrodsburg when i was twelve. grit your teeth and do it for a week, and you'll...
Forum: Commuting
11-10-07, 01:47 PM
Replies: 144
Views: 8,428
Posted By Shavit

walk in wearing nothing on monday ... that'll...

walk in wearing nothing on monday ... that'll make them appreciate the lycra on tuesday.

in all seriousness, i'd talk to your supervisor like Bolo Grubb said.
Forum: Advocacy & Safety
10-31-07, 05:49 PM
Replies: 336
Views: 13,049
Posted By Shavit

i saw this thread a little late (and didn't read...

i saw this thread a little late (and didn't read pages 2-6) ... i just thought i'd say that i'm glad you're not hurt Bekologist.
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
10-24-07, 06:52 PM
Replies: 56
Views: 3,195
Posted By Shavit

sounds an awful lot like you are just doing the...

sounds an awful lot like you are just doing the same thing most of hate cars for doing ... that is, trying to startle or scare us when they believe we are moving to slow, or are in the wrong position...
Forum: Advocacy & Safety
10-21-07, 05:50 PM
Replies: 280
Views: 14,439
Posted By Shavit

^^hehe

^^hehe
Forum: Advocacy & Safety
10-21-07, 05:18 PM
Replies: 280
Views: 14,439
Posted By Shavit

real mature ... but let me spell it out for you...

real mature ... but let me spell it out for you ... you say: "it's being considerate" ... i say, "you're full of crap" ... how does this fault my reading comprehension?
Forum: Commuting
10-21-07, 05:09 PM
Replies: 101
Views: 6,625
Posted By Shavit

Nashville, TN. The urban sprawl, and poor city...

Nashville, TN. The urban sprawl, and poor city planning (narrow roads, interstates everywhere, etc.) make this city a ridiculous place for practical commuting/running errands. But then again, there...
Forum: Advocacy & Safety
10-21-07, 04:33 PM
Replies: 280
Views: 14,439
Posted By Shavit

quote from Lem in Pa: "... behind large groups...

quote from Lem in Pa:
"... behind large groups of roadies who would militantly block old Rt. 100 regularly on my way back to West Chester. Im a cyclist and felt like riding my horn the whole time I...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
10-17-07, 01:38 AM
Replies: 35
Views: 7,015
Posted By Shavit

Quote from Lullapalooza: "I'm not sure how...

Quote from Lullapalooza:

"I'm not sure how you would qualify a Timbuk2 bag being made for college kids who want to feel cool by latching onto a fashion statement, but Chrome bags aren't? If you...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
10-14-07, 11:37 PM
Replies: 35
Views: 7,015
Posted By Shavit

this one's easy ... it has nothing to do with how...

this one's easy ... it has nothing to do with how you are wearing it, whether it's too tight, not tight enough, or whether the cross strap is adjusted right. The bag just simply wasn't designed by...
Forum: Commuting
10-12-07, 02:16 AM
Replies: 18
Views: 912
Posted By Shavit

just read your recent post ... a cyclocross would...

just read your recent post ... a cyclocross would be a great choice ... go for Cannondale (Discs are beautiful).
Forum: Commuting
10-12-07, 02:14 AM
Replies: 18
Views: 912
Posted By Shavit

Quote from Deshi: "I live in south west...

Quote from Deshi:
"I live in south west colorado and we do have bears so heading home late at night would be a little scary to me actually."

wow, all i have to worry about is a few crackheads...
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