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Forum: General Cycling Discussion
06-18-23, 03:04 PM
Replies: 21
Views: 780
Posted By taylorgeo

Thanks for all the help! I ordered a bunch, will...

Thanks for all the help! I ordered a bunch, will let you know what I saddle on.
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
06-16-23, 04:44 AM
Replies: 21
Views: 780
Posted By taylorgeo

Since it seems pointless recommending specific...

Since it seems pointless recommending specific saddle models, can you recommend a few quality saddle manufacturers?

FYI: I ride recreationally on not-so-great city streets, paved bike baths – and...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
06-15-23, 09:19 PM
Replies: 21
Views: 780
Posted By taylorgeo

Saddle Recommendation

Looking for a comfy, quality saddle for an Electra Townie 7D. Any thoughts about Serfas and Selle saddles?

Thanks!
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
08-31-22, 07:08 AM
Replies: 43
Views: 1,701
Posted By taylorgeo

Yellow vs. Orange Jacket

Not sure if there is any scientific data on this, but what color do you believe is more striking during a daytime ride?
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
07-27-22, 08:43 PM
Replies: 24
Views: 1,125
Posted By taylorgeo

NYS Law

If I'm reading this correctly, zero reflectors are required during daytime riding?

A bicycle must be equipped with:


A brake that is capable of making the bike tires skid on dry, level...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
05-14-22, 10:56 AM
Replies: 17
Views: 919
Posted By taylorgeo

Will do. Thanks for the suggestions. Really...

Will do. Thanks for the suggestions. Really appreciate it!
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
05-14-22, 10:55 AM
Replies: 17
Views: 919
Posted By taylorgeo

No worries, thanks for your thoughts. Happy...

No worries, thanks for your thoughts. Happy riding!
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
05-14-22, 10:44 AM
Replies: 17
Views: 919
Posted By taylorgeo

The seatpost mount has a smooth and ribbed as...

The seatpost mount has a smooth and ribbed as well. Can't see it in the pic. Just wondering what is the benefit of using the ribbed gasket?
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
05-14-22, 10:41 AM
Replies: 17
Views: 919
Posted By taylorgeo

The larger base has a smooth AND ribbed as well,...

The larger base has a smooth AND ribbed as well, same diameter. Actually, looks like the ribbed is thicker.
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
05-14-22, 09:33 AM
Replies: 17
Views: 919
Posted By taylorgeo

Bontrager Flare Round Mounting Kit

This kit comes with ribbed and smooth rubber strap adapters for BOTH bases. Does it matter which rubber adapter I use for mounting to my seatpost?

...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
05-02-22, 05:50 PM
Replies: 48
Views: 2,027
Posted By taylorgeo

Thank you so much for taking the time to write...

Thank you so much for taking the time to write such a thorough and informative response. Thanks to everyone, actually. A great community with copious amounts of wit and humor. (I love Benny Hill!)
...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
04-30-22, 06:54 AM
Replies: 48
Views: 2,027
Posted By taylorgeo

It's interesting, only Lazer helmets have a Prop...

It's interesting, only Lazer helmets have a Prop 65 warning on them. Possible cancer-causing chemicals mixed with one's sweat. Hmm...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
04-28-22, 10:35 AM
Replies: 48
Views: 2,027
Posted By taylorgeo

If you had to choose...

...would you buy a new helmet based on Consumer Reports testing or Virginia Tech testing?
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
04-28-22, 10:31 AM
Replies: 10
Views: 1,205
Posted By taylorgeo

Wire brush worked perfectly. Thanks!

Wire brush worked perfectly. Thanks!
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
04-21-22, 08:41 PM
Replies: 29
Views: 2,389
Posted By taylorgeo

Happy Riding:...

Happy Riding: https://electra.trekbikes.com/us/en_US/bikes/electra-bikes/townie/townie-7d-step-over/p/28079/?vc=1475272&esp=585005
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
03-28-22, 04:33 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 1,205
Posted By taylorgeo

Forgot to mention it was a 7-speed freewheel....

Forgot to mention it was a 7-speed freewheel. Seems to be shifting fine. I might take it off and mess around with it to add another DIY repair skill to my limited repertoire.

Thanks for the...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
03-28-22, 01:48 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 1,205
Posted By taylorgeo

Rusty Cogs

Is there a way to remove rust from cogs, or better to purchase a new cassette?

Bike is only a year old, but was left out in the rain a handful of times.
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
01-05-22, 05:41 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 1,089
Posted By taylorgeo

Tire Pressure Gauge Question

Can I also use this gauge for my car?


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Forum: General Cycling Discussion
07-28-21, 06:16 AM
Replies: 20
Views: 1,470
Posted By taylorgeo

Cross-Chaining

Is cross-chaining really a bad thing? If so, is it worse on a 3x versus a 2x drivetrain?
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
06-06-21, 11:04 AM
Replies: 22
Views: 2,113
Posted By taylorgeo

The Hanfy is perfection! Thanks!

The Hanfy is perfection! Thanks!
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
06-06-21, 11:03 AM
Replies: 54
Views: 4,476
Posted By taylorgeo

Their QR levers are not synced.

Their QR levers are not synced.
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
05-30-21, 07:22 AM
Replies: 15
Views: 1,351
Posted By taylorgeo

Utah Jazz legend Mark Eaton dies after apparent bicycle crash

​​​​​​https://www.nba.com/jazz/news/utah-jazz-legend-mark-eaton-has-died-age-64
...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
05-29-21, 06:05 AM
Replies: 22
Views: 2,113
Posted By taylorgeo

Will it work for swept handlebars? ...

Will it work for swept handlebars?


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Forum: General Cycling Discussion
05-28-21, 09:29 PM
Replies: 22
Views: 2,113
Posted By taylorgeo

Bar End Mirror

Need some recommendations on a good quality bar end mirror.

Thanks!
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
05-24-21, 06:50 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 461
Posted By taylorgeo

I marked the brake cable just outside the pinch...

I marked the brake cable just outside the pinch bolt. Let's see what happens... Thanks!
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
05-24-21, 05:48 AM
Replies: 2
Views: 461
Posted By taylorgeo

Linear Pull Brakes/Lever Pull/Pinch Bolt

So my bike is only 8 months old, and the brake pads are not very worn. Brake pads are properly positioned and toed-in. Every few weeks the brake levers get closer to the grips when I brake.

I...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
05-20-21, 06:13 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 853
Posted By taylorgeo

I went with the ESI Chucky, perfect thickness for...

I went with the ESI Chucky, perfect thickness for the twist shift. Removed the stock grips with a golf tee and a can of compressed air.

Took them for a spin today. The grips are amazing, exactly...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
05-18-21, 04:03 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 853
Posted By taylorgeo

"Aqua Net?" Holy 1980's! I can't get the...

"Aqua Net?" Holy 1980's!

I can't get the stock bar end plugs out for the life of me.
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
05-18-21, 12:02 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 853
Posted By taylorgeo

Thanks for the recommendation, I ordered the ESI...

Thanks for the recommendation, I ordered the ESI (standard) Chunky.

You think one of those mini pipe cutters would give the grip a clean cut when I trim it down?

Also, any suggestions on how to...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
05-17-21, 09:47 AM
Replies: 7
Views: 853
Posted By taylorgeo

Grip Recommendation

Looking for a set of replacement grips that have a tacky feel. The only caveat is that I need one short grip due to the twist shifter on my bike.

Stock grip set on there now is 90mm/130mm.
...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
05-16-21, 05:34 AM
Replies: 2
Views: 739
Posted By taylorgeo

Tacky Grip Recommendation

Looking for a set of replacement grips that have a tacky feel. The only caveat is that I need one short grip due to the twist shifter on my bike.

Stock grip set on there now is 90mm/130mm.
...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
05-13-21, 09:33 AM
Replies: 35
Views: 2,230
Posted By taylorgeo

Even if my state had zero laws requiring lights...

Even if my state had zero laws requiring lights and reflectors (which they do), I would still use them.

That said, I have a decent Bontrager light set. Problem is, the red tail light does not have...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
05-12-21, 08:40 PM
Replies: 35
Views: 2,230
Posted By taylorgeo

Reflector

Is it important to have a rear reflector in addition to a tail light?
Forum: Clydesdales/Athenas (200+ lb / 91+ kg)
05-12-21, 11:23 AM
Replies: 12
Views: 1,661
Posted By taylorgeo

This is exactly why I went with the Electra...

This is exactly why I went with the Electra Townie 7D (https://www.trekbikes.com/us/en_US/bikes/electra-bikes/townie/townie-original-7d-step-over/p/28079/?colorCode=grey). Forward crank, balls of...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
05-09-21, 05:23 AM
Replies: 95
Views: 6,696
Posted By taylorgeo

This is from the Electra'a assembly guide manual:...

This is from the Electra'a assembly guide manual:
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Forum: General Cycling Discussion
05-08-21, 12:55 PM
Replies: 95
Views: 6,696
Posted By taylorgeo

QR Lever Position

Should the QR lever be in front of the fork or behind?


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Forum: Advocacy & Safety
05-05-21, 06:33 PM
Replies: 3,929
Views: 479,172
Posted By taylorgeo

I found this to be a good resource: ...

I found this to be a good resource:
https://www.helmet.beam.vt.edu/bicycle-helmet-ratings.html
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
05-05-21, 04:29 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 623
Posted By taylorgeo

Thanks for steering me in the right direction......

Thanks for steering me in the right direction... Can you recommend a good all-purpose grease?
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
05-04-21, 06:51 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 623
Posted By taylorgeo

Cranky Crank

A buddy of mine has a Diamondback MTB, circa 2012, and the crank squeaks on the down stroke of his right foot.

What should I start looking at first to remedy this?

Thanks in advance.
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
04-16-21, 06:30 PM
Replies: 36
Views: 2,424
Posted By taylorgeo

Thanks, folks! Picked up the CamelBak. (Will...

Thanks, folks!

Picked up the CamelBak. (Will freeze the night before.)

Picked up some tea bags for when the water inevitably turns hot.

Plenty of convenience stores around here. (Duh, kinda...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
04-16-21, 06:52 AM
Replies: 36
Views: 2,424
Posted By taylorgeo

I have better luck with BF then Google. Thanks...

I have better luck with BF then Google. Thanks for the link, but it's six years old. It's a good starting point, but maybe there are some newer and better products?
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
04-16-21, 05:15 AM
Replies: 36
Views: 2,424
Posted By taylorgeo

Hydration

The summers are very hot and humid where I live. Looking for an insulated water bottle that will keep my water cold for as long as possible.

Any recommendations?
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
04-15-21, 02:59 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 1,954
Posted By taylorgeo

Yes, the Blackburn pump bracket was not outbound...

Yes, the Blackburn pump bracket was not outbound enough. And the pump took way too much effort to fill my 2.0" tires.

I picked up the Topeak Mini Morph and used the included zip ties to attach to...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
04-12-21, 08:28 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 1,954
Posted By taylorgeo

Bottle Cage/Pump

Has anyone ever attached a bottle cage and a pump using one side bracket? My Townie only has two screw mounts on the downtube.
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
04-07-21, 05:02 PM
Replies: 29
Views: 2,909
Posted By taylorgeo

Thanks for all the replies. ​​​​​​Went with...

Thanks for all the replies.

​​​​​​Went with the Blackburn Mammoth. $20 bucks. Works great. Does not heat up.

Now I need to find a spot for a bottle cage. The frame only has mounts on the...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
04-05-21, 06:40 AM
Replies: 6
Views: 796
Posted By taylorgeo

Valve Core Remover

Aside from using a sealant, any other reason to keep a Valve Core Remover in a repair kit?
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
03-30-21, 08:52 PM
Replies: 29
Views: 2,909
Posted By taylorgeo

On the Topeak website there are 33 mini pumps...

On the Topeak website there are 33 mini pumps that have a capacity ranging from 60 PSI to 160 PSI.

My tires have a PSI range from 35-70.

Does it matter which pump I get?
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
03-30-21, 08:38 PM
Replies: 29
Views: 2,909
Posted By taylorgeo

Good point on the "cycle rate." Looks...

Good point on the "cycle rate."



Looks like I'm buying a larger mini pump. Have a floor pump at home.



LMAO
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
03-30-21, 04:30 PM
Replies: 29
Views: 2,909
Posted By taylorgeo

Wth?

I was putting air in my tire with this new pump I purchased, and the pump heated up like hot dog right off the grill.

Can someone recommend a pump – or a catcher's mitt?

Tire size is 26" x 2.0"...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
03-30-21, 04:18 PM
Replies: 22
Views: 2,226
Posted By taylorgeo

Picked up a 15mm stubby to throw in the saddle...

Picked up a 15mm stubby to throw in the saddle bag. Seems like an unlikely event, but I'm prepared at least.

Thanks fo the replies.
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