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Forum: Advocacy & Safety
05-21-24, 12:59 AM
Replies: 14
Views: 526
Posted By Korina

Tell that to my local municipalities; they...

Tell that to my local municipalities; they installed bollards at each end of every bridge, and our trails have a lot of bridges. I'd rather they put them where the cars can get in, but what do I know?
Forum: Hybrid Bicycles
05-18-24, 09:29 PM
Replies: 1,107
Views: 424,640
Posted By Korina

They're called "mustache bars".

They're called "mustache bars".
Forum: Commuting
05-18-24, 09:25 PM
Replies: 21
Views: 615
Posted By Korina

Spritz your plasticware with non-stick spray...

Spritz your plasticware with non-stick spray before you fill it and it won't stain or smell.
Forum: Advocacy & Safety
05-18-24, 09:03 PM
Replies: 14
Views: 526
Posted By Korina

The city put in a MUP a few years ago and at the...

The city put in a MUP a few years ago and at the trailhead some wit decided to install two bollards, one in the center of each lane. It was quickly fixed.
Forum: Classic & Vintage
05-16-24, 01:48 PM
Replies: 14
Views: 371
Posted By Korina

It's still a bit much for a HardRock, but not...

It's still a bit much for a HardRock, but not that much, and I suppose it depends on your market. If it fits and you like it, get it, and make sure to show us pics!!

At 5'4" I'm also a big fan of...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
05-15-24, 09:24 PM
Replies: 14
Views: 371
Posted By Korina

IMO, $125 for a frame is too much if it's not...

IMO, $125 for a frame is too much if it's not super high end or rare.

The nice thing about HardRocks is that they're the bottom end of a good quality line, and once built up it'll happily take all...
Forum: Commuting
05-15-24, 01:05 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 381
Posted By Korina

I'd start with the shorter pins and go from...

I'd start with the shorter pins and go from there. Good luck.
Forum: Northern California
05-15-24, 01:03 PM
Replies: 1
Views: 177
Posted By Korina

As a Volunteer Trail Steward I can definitively...

As a Volunteer Trail Steward I can definitively say, trail work is a lot of fun; hard work but fun. Big bonus if they feed you.
Forum: Northern California
05-15-24, 01:01 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 562
Posted By Korina

That's a much nicer bridge; I'm sure Kelli would...

That's a much nicer bridge; I'm sure Kelli would approve.
Forum: Northern California
05-15-24, 12:59 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 217
Posted By Korina

I asked, and they said it was due to a lack of...

I asked, and they said it was due to a lack of volunteers. Definitely bummer.
Forum: Advocacy & Safety
05-15-24, 12:36 PM
Replies: 14
Views: 526
Posted By Korina

What happens when you build a MUP without bollards?

You don't even have to guess.

https://www.abc10.com/article/news/local/sacramento/cars-del-paso-heights-bike-trail/103-9452c778-0b72-4600-9212-324e696eae95
Forum: Northern California
05-10-24, 11:51 AM
Replies: 5
Views: 291
Posted By Korina

Oh! Darn! If only you'd said something yesterday!...

Oh! Darn! If only you'd said something yesterday! I already committed to a... thing on that day. Shoot. Sorry. :rolleyes:
Forum: Northern California
05-10-24, 12:12 AM
Replies: 5
Views: 291
Posted By Korina

Because I can't read, obviously. Sorry.

Because I can't read, obviously. Sorry.
Forum: Northern California
05-08-24, 05:05 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 291
Posted By Korina

FYI, this is a bicycling forum. Something like...

FYI, this is a bicycling forum. Something like this belongs in Foo, the off-topic forum.
Forum: Northern California
05-08-24, 04:57 PM
Replies: 433
Views: 28,263
Posted By Korina

:roflmao2:We got 2.5".

:roflmao2:We got 2.5".
Forum: Classic & Vintage
05-08-24, 04:52 PM
Replies: 725
Views: 39,308
Posted By Korina

Not one but two Eddie Merckxses. Merckxs's? Red...

Not one but two Eddie Merckxses. Merckxs's? Red one (https://humboldt.craigslist.org/bik/d/arcata-1980s-vintage-eddy-merckx-road/7744971723.html#) White one...
Forum: Commuting
05-06-24, 10:38 AM
Replies: 27
Views: 1,015
Posted By Korina

My one tire liner runs much nicer than a garden...

My one tire liner runs much nicer than a garden hose because my tires, Maxxis DTH, are pretty supple and fast. So I guess I'm in the middle?

Tubeless has its issues, with burping, gashes, specific...
Forum: Commuting
05-01-24, 03:35 PM
Replies: 27
Views: 1,015
Posted By Korina

Which tire is getting punctured? Mine happen...

Which tire is getting punctured? Mine happen 99.999% on the rear tire (last week was possibly my first ever front tire puncture); I got tired of it so I installed a tire liner and no more flats! The...
Forum: Advocacy & Safety
05-01-24, 12:42 PM
Replies: 44
Views: 1,741
Posted By Korina

Just caught up with the thread; how are your new...

Just caught up with the thread; how are your new strategies working out?
Forum: Northern California
05-01-24, 11:50 AM
Replies: 2
Views: 217
Posted By Korina

Reg. open for 2024 Tour of the Unknown Coast!

There are two rides again this year; the Tour of the Unknown Coast Century and the Avenue of the Giants 100k (with optional bonus miles). In the Before Times there were also 25 and 50 mile rides;...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
05-01-24, 11:06 AM
Replies: 1
Views: 283
Posted By Korina

PSA: Velo-Orange 20% off sale

As the sweet scent of blossoms fills the air and the sun beckons us outdoors, there's no better time to embrace the joys of cycling. To celebrate the arrival of spring and the beauty of blooming...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
04-30-24, 02:14 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 520
Posted By Korina

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=IDRbinNduhM ...

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=IDRbinNduhM


Ooh, a newer interview!

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Pezl2Spo8tA
Forum: Classic & Vintage
04-29-24, 08:47 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 520
Posted By Korina

Georgena Terry is da bomb! She's on Fb if you...

Georgena Terry is da bomb! She's on Fb if you want to ask her about your new bike. :D
Forum: Northern California
04-25-24, 09:19 PM
Replies: 433
Views: 28,263
Posted By Korina

Sorry you caught the plague. I hope it passes...

Sorry you caught the plague. I hope it passes quickly.
We had friends visiting from out of town; they both have mobility issues, so we went for a drive. My legs cried silently in the back seat while...
Forum: Hybrid Bicycles
04-20-24, 03:13 PM
Replies: 1,107
Views: 424,640
Posted By Korina

Bummer. I'm sure the right bike will come along.

Bummer. I'm sure the right bike will come along.
Forum: Classic & Vintage
04-18-24, 09:47 PM
Replies: 64
Views: 3,344
Posted By Korina

Here's some organization pr0n for you guys. Grab...

Here's some organization pr0n for you guys. Grab some coffee, sit back, and procrastinate. ;)

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=PXfg4Qib-5I
Forum: Hybrid Bicycles
04-14-24, 03:31 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 468
Posted By Korina

Nice-looking bike. Red goes faster, you know....

Nice-looking bike. Red goes faster, you know. IIRC, if that's an adjustable stem, you could try lowering the angle a bit; that would put the handlebar a little farther away. Enjoy your ride! :ride:
Forum: Hybrid Bicycles
04-14-24, 03:27 PM
Replies: 19
Views: 1,234
Posted By Korina

Which model is that? I like my Tourist Bar, but...

Which model is that? I like my Tourist Bar, but I'm always adjusting something.
Forum: Hybrid Bicycles
04-14-24, 03:25 PM
Replies: 14
Views: 1,004
Posted By Korina

When I want to raise or lower my quill stem, I...

When I want to raise or lower my quill stem, I loosen a bolt; if it's not enough buy a longer or shorter stem for not that much. From what I understand, once you've maxed out the height of your...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
04-12-24, 06:05 PM
Replies: 85
Views: 4,520
Posted By Korina

We have garter snakes. Not venomous, but they can...

We have garter snakes. Not venomous, but they can musk (smear some severely stanky goo all over you that doesn't wash off) and give you a painful bite. So beware! I haven't watched this vid; I hope...
Forum: Hybrid Bicycles
04-12-24, 03:21 AM
Replies: 14
Views: 1,004
Posted By Korina

Yeah, the joys of threadless. I'm glad you like...

Yeah, the joys of threadless. I'm glad you like it! Enjoy your ride. :ride:
Forum: Northern California
04-10-24, 03:15 PM
Replies: 110
Views: 16,759
Posted By Korina

Thanks; I should have done that. BTW, it's the...

Thanks; I should have done that. BTW, it's the draft master plan; there's still a ways to go. The GRTA had an open house for the plan last night in Eureka. It was very busy and I hope productive.
Forum: Hybrid Bicycles
04-09-24, 01:41 PM
Replies: 14
Views: 1,004
Posted By Korina

RoadWearier, did you get the fit dialed in? Do...

RoadWearier, did you get the fit dialed in? Do you still like it?
Forum: Hybrid Bicycles
04-09-24, 01:37 PM
Replies: 1,107
Views: 424,640
Posted By Korina

How'd it go? Did you get the bike? 750 was top of...

How'd it go? Did you get the bike? 750 was top of the line for most years.
Forum: Hybrid Bicycles
04-09-24, 01:29 PM
Replies: 19
Views: 1,234
Posted By Korina

Just FYI, Russ from Path Less Pedaled on YouTube...

Just FYI, Russ from Path Less Pedaled on YouTube is working with Merry Sales to develop a bar end with a hinged attachment so you can put them anywhere on your handlebar without having to take your...
Forum: Hybrid Bicycles
04-09-24, 01:20 PM
Replies: 32
Views: 2,132
Posted By Korina

sohoprom, have you ridden anything? That Trek FX3...

sohoprom, have you ridden anything? That Trek FX3 sounds really nice; I've heard good things about them.
Forum: Northern California
04-09-24, 01:06 PM
Replies: 0
Views: 204
Posted By Korina

Call to action for East Bay riders

Want to keep the bike/ped path on the Richmond-San Rafael Bridge? You'll need to write for it...
Forum: Northern California
04-09-24, 01:04 PM
Replies: 433
Views: 28,263
Posted By Korina

After a weirdly warm, wet, winter we've been...

After a weirdly warm, wet, winter we've been getting winter-ish temps, with lows in the 30s and 40s, and highs in the low 50s. At one point the snow level dropped to 1500'. Go figure.
Forum: Commuting
04-09-24, 01:00 PM
Replies: 28
Views: 3,076
Posted By Korina

Have you guys tried Rivendell's MUSA pants...

Have you guys tried Rivendell's MUSA pants (https://www.rivbike.com/collections/musa)? I've heard good things.
Forum: Classic & Vintage
04-08-24, 02:42 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 734
Posted By Korina

Bite your tongue! Or, er, fingers. That's not a...

Bite your tongue! Or, er, fingers. That's not a Diamondback, that's a Diamond Back. One's from Walmart and the other's only ever been parked at one.

Nice bike, BTW. Love the paint.
Forum: Classic & Vintage
04-05-24, 05:10 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 622
Posted By Korina

If you like it, and it fits, ride it. :ride:

If you like it, and it fits, ride it. :ride:
Forum: Commuting
04-03-24, 07:14 PM
Replies: 39
Views: 2,553
Posted By Korina

Hi Steph. I got the Princess in 2019 for $75; it...

Hi Steph. I got the Princess in 2019 for $75; it looked like someone had ridden her hard and put her away wet in the garage, 25 years before. Everything was original, including the lubricants. I put...
Forum: Northern California
04-02-24, 01:43 PM
Replies: 433
Views: 28,263
Posted By Korina

We had sunny skies and spring winds on Sunday....

We had sunny skies and spring winds on Sunday. Yesterday was sunny and warm, no clouds, with a very light breeze. That, of course, is when I had Stuff To Do, none of it involving bikes. Today is...
Forum: Advocacy & Safety
04-02-24, 01:34 PM
Replies: 16
Views: 974
Posted By Korina

I do wish the author would do his homework;...

I do wish the author would do his homework; drivers are whizzing by at 50mph because the roads are designed that way. If it's in town, that's bad; if it's outside of town, that's fine. It sounds like...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
04-01-24, 09:25 AM
Replies: 7
Views: 338
Posted By Korina

John D is right; 2008. It appears to be the only...

John D is right; 2008. It appears to be the only time they made the 520 in black.
Forum: Classic & Vintage
03-31-24, 08:30 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 338
Posted By Korina

From what I can find, it's likely somewhere...

From what I can find, it's likely somewhere between 2007 after Vintage Trek leaves off and 2009, before Trek's archives pick up. 2010 didn't have a 520, but 2011 had a gorgeous root beer with...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
03-31-24, 08:07 PM
Replies: 9,098
Views: 3,166,399
Posted By Korina

I don't know about you, but I've seen very few...

I don't know about you, but I've seen very few 850s; 800s and 820s are everywhere, but 850s seem fairly uncommon.

I'm just glad these are several sizes too tall for me.
Forum: Commuting
03-29-24, 12:37 AM
Replies: 215
Views: 11,957
Posted By Korina

Check out RJ the Bike Guy on YouTube; he has...

Check out RJ the Bike Guy on YouTube; he has videos for most anything that can go wrong on a bike.
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
03-26-24, 02:23 PM
Replies: 41
Views: 1,400
Posted By Korina

Where to post about upgrades depends on which...

Where to post about upgrades depends on which direction you want to go, but this forum is probably fine. Honestly, I usually hang out at Classic & Vintage, as almost all my bikes are from the '90s....
Forum: Classic and Vintage Bicycles: Whats it Worth? Appraisals.
03-26-24, 02:20 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 335
Posted By Korina

Thanks, everyone. non-fixie, around here...

Thanks, everyone.
non-fixie, around here everything looks like that if it spends more than a day outside; leave it for a week and it'll come down with a case of lichen. I'll bet you think I'm...
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