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Forum: General Cycling Discussion
04-19-24, 10:07 AM
Replies: 26
Views: 217
Posted By drlogik

I ride all three: multi-speed, fixed gear and...

I ride all three: multi-speed, fixed gear and single speed. The fixed gear not so much any more though for safety factors. I'm 66 and although have been riding fixed gear since I was 15 a bad...
Forum: Commuting
04-18-24, 11:45 AM
Replies: 10
Views: 216
Posted By drlogik

No. I take my U-Lock home with me. It's a PITA...

No. I take my U-Lock home with me. It's a PITA but I do that for the reasons stated above. Plus, a person could semi-compromise the lock and you not notice, lock the bike, they come along and grab...
Forum: Commuting
04-18-24, 10:44 AM
Replies: 6
Views: 181
Posted By drlogik

When I lived in Arizona I had the same situation....

When I lived in Arizona I had the same situation. The Arizona flag depicts a rising star with its rays for a reason. The rising sun out there pierces through the skull. I live on the east coast now...
Forum: Commuting
04-18-24, 10:32 AM
Replies: 6
Views: 130
Posted By drlogik

The odoriferous bike commuter

I'm sure this has been covered before but where I live it hits the high 80's and 90's with high humidity. I work up a real sweat and a fragrant aroma going on a ride that deodorant and a change of...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
04-17-24, 07:53 PM
Replies: 20
Views: 684
Posted By drlogik

There is no easy one-saddle-fits-all answer. As...

There is no easy one-saddle-fits-all answer. As stated a few times already a saddle is a VERY personal choice and the only way to find one that's comfortable for YOU, is try try many. Over the last...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
04-17-24, 07:09 PM
Replies: 51
Views: 2,092
Posted By drlogik

Sweet bike, I'd keep calling them. Would be a...

Sweet bike, I'd keep calling them. Would be a shame to put it to pasture.
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
04-17-24, 06:34 PM
Replies: 0
Views: 176
Posted By drlogik

Interesting video on Maxway - the unknown company that may make your bike

Interesting video from a hand-builder's perspective on Maxway. A really good comment about the quality of construction starts at the 12:00 minute mark.
...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
04-15-24, 08:11 AM
Replies: 33
Views: 982
Posted By drlogik

Polarized, wrap-around close-to-face fitting and...

Polarized, wrap-around close-to-face fitting and mirrored. I am a huge fan of Gatorz sunglasses. They are American made, made of aluminum, not plastic, have a lifetime guarantee and they offer many...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
10-07-23, 06:28 PM
Replies: 48
Views: 2,621
Posted By drlogik

Self sticky patches are great for a quick repair...

Self sticky patches are great for a quick repair but for me, they don't seal that long. I've been using Rema vulcanize patches for 20 years or more with good results.

I do keep a spare tube of...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
09-22-23, 08:21 PM
Replies: 29
Views: 1,778
Posted By drlogik

A Merino wool Buff is what I wear when it's cold.

A Merino wool Buff is what I wear when it's cold.
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
09-11-23, 09:47 AM
Replies: 25
Views: 898
Posted By drlogik

I've been known to swing my elbow and tilt my...

I've been known to swing my elbow and tilt my head in the direction of my turn two or three times if I'm in heavy traffic and can't remain on the berm or bike path. I make it very obvious. I don't...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
09-06-23, 05:56 PM
Replies: 48
Views: 1,617
Posted By drlogik

My 1974 Raleigh Super Course with Huret Jubilee...

My 1974 Raleigh Super Course with Huret Jubilee derailleur. Beautiful bike but I wanted to sell it and get a new Gitane. I was in high school and working in a bike shop at the time and didn't have...
Forum: Advocacy & Safety
09-05-23, 03:12 PM
Replies: 60
Views: 3,958
Posted By drlogik

Time to hire a pitbull-type motorcycle attorney. ...

Time to hire a pitbull-type motorcycle attorney. The RV driver should be held criminally and civilly liable. This in no way excuses the RV driver but I for one would never ever ride on a "highway"...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
08-28-23, 10:23 AM
Replies: 10
Views: 621
Posted By drlogik

I don't measure my chains. I've been riding...

I don't measure my chains. I've been riding since 1974 and have never broken a chain. Chains are cheap in the scheme of things. I probably change my chain out too soon but I figure it's one of those...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
08-17-23, 11:54 AM
Replies: 89
Views: 3,459
Posted By drlogik

Fewer Police officers, lower Police department...

Fewer Police officers, lower Police department budgets and lack of general enforcement are the reasons we see this. I don't see it improving any time soon. Head on a swivel and expect the...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
08-03-23, 02:54 PM
Replies: 36
Views: 1,962
Posted By drlogik

I've tried them all. My go-to tends to be...

I've tried them all. My go-to tends to be Motorex 2000, Phil Wood or Park depending on what mood I'm in but just about any bearing grease will work just fine.
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
07-27-23, 05:53 PM
Replies: 29
Views: 983
Posted By drlogik

That's awesome! I joined in 1976 and still have...

That's awesome! I joined in 1976 and still have and use the sleeping bag I ordered (their house brand). It was all mail-order back then as you recall. REI is really good about returns as you said but...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
07-27-23, 09:49 AM
Replies: 29
Views: 983
Posted By drlogik

Simple. Take it back to REI and tell them that a...

Simple. Take it back to REI and tell them that a brand new bike isn't supposed to do that and you want a replacement, then very carefully examine that bike for same.
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
07-26-23, 09:36 PM
Replies: 208
Views: 11,950
Posted By drlogik

Mr,Grumpy, A few things from my perspective:...

Mr,Grumpy,

A few things from my perspective:

1) The bike shop is responsible for properly assembling and tuning the bike, no and's, if's or but's about that. I would be pleasant but firm and...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
07-17-23, 07:44 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 706
Posted By drlogik

Latex tubes require more diligence and care to...

Latex tubes require more diligence and care to install, keep inflated and repair and/or change on the road than butyl tubes. Latex will not take any abuse. If they are handled carefully, installed...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
07-16-23, 02:04 PM
Replies: 40
Views: 1,744
Posted By drlogik

You used the old pads with a new rotor? That's...

You used the old pads with a new rotor? That's generally not a good idea.
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
07-16-23, 12:31 PM
Replies: 40
Views: 1,744
Posted By drlogik

How old are the brake pads? They look like they...

How old are the brake pads? They look like they are deteriorating and small chunks are starting to break off?
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
07-13-23, 12:45 PM
Replies: 36
Views: 1,780
Posted By drlogik

I put an old towel under the can. So far it's not...

I put an old towel under the can. So far it's not moved that much. I have front-loaders and that may make a difference.
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
07-12-23, 01:12 PM
Replies: 36
Views: 1,780
Posted By drlogik

My homeopathic method consists of putting the...

My homeopathic method consists of putting the chain in an empty quart paint can with mineral spirits and set it on top of the washer and dryer and do a few loads of clothing. You'd be surprised how...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
07-10-23, 03:53 PM
Replies: 76
Views: 4,333
Posted By drlogik

The OP's observation is one that I also have...

The OP's observation is one that I also have pondered. If I had a very long, very steep descent, especially with a touring bike all packed-out, which brakes would I want? I really don't know.

I've...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
07-09-23, 08:34 PM
Replies: 75
Views: 3,084
Posted By drlogik

I would go with a mechanical micrometer,...

I would go with a mechanical micrometer, preferably Mitutoyo or Starrett. One thing to know is that with digital calipers, even the good ones, the tolerance of those "could" exceed the variance on...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
07-05-23, 04:39 PM
Replies: 29
Views: 1,613
Posted By drlogik

Poor tube quality. +1--> I completely...

Poor tube quality.

+1-->

I completely agree. Twenty years ago tubes were much stretchier and softer. Today, dare I say they have little stretch and feel more like a soft plastic than rubber?...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
07-04-23, 04:25 PM
Replies: 40
Views: 1,567
Posted By drlogik

When I lived in Arizona flats were a regular...

When I lived in Arizona flats were a regular occurrence. Everything out there has a thorn. Even the thorns have thorns. I had a couple long rides where I had three flats. Thank goodness for the large...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
07-04-23, 03:58 PM
Replies: 40
Views: 1,567
Posted By drlogik

+1: I carry one spare tube, and the patch kit is...

+1: I carry one spare tube, and the patch kit is for the second flat.

I used to repair every tube and used the repaired tube as the spare. I still do that sometimes if it's a good tube. Tube...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
07-04-23, 10:46 AM
Replies: 14
Views: 1,333
Posted By drlogik

I have big paws also and wear XXL or XXXL...

I have big paws also and wear XXL or XXXL depending on the glove. The absolute best gloves I have found are made by Bionic, yes the golf glove maker. I'm still on my first pair that I bought two...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
06-23-23, 06:41 AM
Replies: 69
Views: 2,955
Posted By drlogik

Think about what you just said. There was a 19...

Think about what you just said. There was a 19 year old kid on that sub. You won't accept an apology and makes a flippant comment about a 19 year old dying through no fault of his own.
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
06-22-23, 08:54 PM
Replies: 69
Views: 2,955
Posted By drlogik

The tempo on this thread is about what I...

The tempo on this thread is about what I expected. Group think at its best.
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
06-22-23, 08:28 PM
Replies: 69
Views: 2,955
Posted By drlogik

Old technology that was going to make it to bikes...

Old technology that was going to make it to bikes at some point. Inevitable. Improvement? Yes, for many. No comment on Graeme Obree?
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
06-22-23, 05:14 PM
Replies: 69
Views: 2,955
Posted By drlogik

Ok, I'll admit I *may* have gone a bit overboard...

Ok, I'll admit I *may* have gone a bit overboard on "improvements" by citing lack of innovation; however, I do have one improvement and yes, I think it is an original innovation and everyone at the...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
06-22-23, 02:36 PM
Replies: 69
Views: 2,955
Posted By drlogik

Ok, I'll bite. Remember, this is my opinion. I...

Ok, I'll bite. Remember, this is my opinion. I don't really see any revolutionary "break-throughs" in the last 20 years. Yes, we've seen new parts from existing technology (e.g. tubeless tires and...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
06-19-23, 02:29 PM
Replies: 23
Views: 895
Posted By drlogik

I have a well-worn built-in mount for my GPS! I'm...

I have a well-worn built-in mount for my GPS! I'm not one to constantly look at my "bike computer" so this serves me well. It keeps track of my rides and all of my sensors and stats.
...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
06-06-23, 04:20 PM
Replies: 212
Views: 7,079
Posted By drlogik

I was a big Lance fan, even through the early...

I was a big Lance fan, even through the early doping, even in to the mid-career doping. It was when he started lying and threw his own team mates and friends under the bus and lied about his own use...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
06-05-23, 03:40 PM
Replies: 52
Views: 2,877
Posted By drlogik

Is it true what they say about Orville?

Is it true what they say about Orville?
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
05-30-23, 07:10 PM
Replies: 80
Views: 4,347
Posted By drlogik

The other side of this argument is the bike shop...

The other side of this argument is the bike shop had an old bike in their shop that they couldn't move. They may have mis-placed the paperwork and couldn't get ahold of you. You should have kept the...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
05-29-23, 11:48 AM
Replies: 13
Views: 432
Posted By drlogik

Yes, it's a cheap freewheel and agree with other...

Yes, it's a cheap freewheel and agree with other posters, you probably loosened up grit already inside the freewheel hub.

WD-40 may not be the best solution. WD-40 can act like a de-greaser and...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
05-28-23, 10:57 AM
Replies: 37
Views: 1,289
Posted By drlogik

Cyccommute is correct. There are two types of KMC...

Cyccommute is correct. There are two types of KMC Quick links, one is single-use and the other you can use a few times. If the link went together without a clear snap, then it's probably a single-use...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
05-26-23, 09:26 AM
Replies: 139
Views: 3,811
Posted By drlogik

Same here but I fully realize that some people...

Same here but I fully realize that some people view us as "Cyclists" but I also will say that, in part, it's because a minority of cyclists that actually do act poorly on the road and have a terrible...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
05-26-23, 07:23 AM
Replies: 139
Views: 3,811
Posted By drlogik

A "Cyclist" is now part of yet another identity...

A "Cyclist" is now part of yet another identity group of "Cyclists"? Really? So a "Racer" (assuming a professional cyclist for this argument) is a cyclist when he's riding his bike for fun with his...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
05-24-23, 06:34 PM
Replies: 78
Views: 2,690
Posted By drlogik

I'm interested to see which tools you think are...

I'm interested to see which tools you think are "better"? Mac, Proto, SK, Cornwell, Wera? Something else? Seriously, I'd like to know because I'd like to check them out. You're right about the cost...
Forum: Singlespeed & Fixed Gear
05-24-23, 05:23 PM
Replies: 18
Views: 1,118
Posted By drlogik

On that bike a Brooks Swallow would pretty cool....

On that bike a Brooks Swallow would pretty cool. Since you're sitting on it and it won't really be seen when riding, I'd say a black one. A Swallow will break in a "little" faster than a B17 or...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
05-23-23, 06:08 PM
Replies: 81
Views: 4,010
Posted By drlogik

To the OP, Instead of new tire irons, check...

To the OP,

Instead of new tire irons, check out the Park Tool video on YouTube on mounting stubborn tires. Yes, today's tires are tight and all of us have had our experiences with tight tires but...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
05-22-23, 04:52 PM
Replies: 70
Views: 2,403
Posted By drlogik

You need to add a third answer option "It...

You need to add a third answer option "It Depends". In my State you can ride on sidewalks in municipal areas except "center city" or areas were signage prohibits bikes. Here is the rule:

"Bicycles...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
05-21-23, 05:22 PM
Replies: 42
Views: 1,612
Posted By drlogik

Root Cause Category: Human Error Root Cause...

Root Cause Category: Human Error
Root Cause Statement: "...and observing the younger and more interesting female..."

I think all us men have made that mistake in judgement in the past. I learned...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
05-20-23, 02:02 PM
Replies: 57
Views: 2,231
Posted By drlogik

I have LAD's ("Leverage Application Devices") on...

I have LAD's ("Leverage Application Devices") on my Surly Disc Trucker. I like them because I can do an easy quick-check on tightness before each ride.



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Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
05-20-23, 01:57 PM
Replies: 25
Views: 3,271
Posted By drlogik

+1 Any chance the seatpost is slightly undersize?...

+1 Any chance the seatpost is slightly undersize?

I thought the same thing. If the OP applies carbon paste and tightens to spec and it's ok for the first ride and the creaking gets progressively...
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