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Forum: Commuting
11-29-09, 04:37 PM
Replies: 56
Views: 14,650
Posted By white_feather

Sand them off with a Dremel.

Sand them off with a Dremel.
Forum: Living Car Free
11-22-09, 06:08 PM
Replies: 69
Views: 3,623
Posted By white_feather

I having severe panic attacks when in cars. I...

I having severe panic attacks when in cars. I ride now because I have to and I like riding because I have to like riding.
Forum: Singlespeed & Fixed Gear
10-25-09, 02:28 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 516
Posted By white_feather

How do I adjust the coaster brake?

How do I adjust the coaster brake?
Forum: Singlespeed & Fixed Gear
10-25-09, 02:16 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 516
Posted By white_feather

Singlespeed rear tire spin

How long should a singlespeed rear tire spin if it has a coaster brake? If I turn the bike upside down and spin the tire should it make a few rotations or spin forever like my geared bikes?
Forum: Living Car Free
10-23-09, 11:25 PM
Replies: 254
Views: 8,348
Posted By white_feather

This is exactly how I feel. It is so the truth. I...

This is exactly how I feel. It is so the truth. I don't ride for environmental reasons but it is a by-product. I use a vintage double edge razor so I throw away less product, packaging and the such....
Forum: Commuting
10-20-09, 03:09 PM
Replies: 76
Views: 4,511
Posted By white_feather

Cool. All good answers. I love the look on...

Cool. All good answers. I love the look on peoples faces when they find out I'm 42, never had a drivers license and I ride year round. Some of them look as if they've just been hit by a board right...
Forum: Commuting
10-20-09, 02:23 PM
Replies: 76
Views: 4,511
Posted By white_feather

What is the purpose of commuting?

I don't exactly know how to phrase this question. What is your purpose for commuting? There are days when I commute on my 1X7 geared Trek in which I kind of ride a little fast but still enjoy the...
Forum: Living Car Free
10-15-09, 04:52 PM
Replies: 78
Views: 4,179
Posted By white_feather

What is a podcast?

What is a podcast?
Forum: Commuting
10-15-09, 04:48 PM
Replies: 29
Views: 2,442
Posted By white_feather

I have severe agoraphobia. I ride my bikes to and...

I have severe agoraphobia. I ride my bikes to and from work because I cannot handle sitting in a car being stuck at a redlight or a construction site or in traffic. I need to control my forward...
Forum: Commuting
10-12-09, 06:22 PM
Replies: 18
Views: 1,661
Posted By white_feather

Ruined my SKS fenders

I was riding hone, ran over a stick. The stick stuck to my tire. The tire pulled the stick into my front fender and the fender accordianned. I had to stop and remove the stick, pull the fender out...
Forum: Singlespeed & Fixed Gear
10-12-09, 04:50 PM
Replies: 21
Views: 22,013
Posted By white_feather

I have mine at 15" and it is a bit sketchy but I...

I have mine at 15" and it is a bit sketchy but I go in and out of a building all day long so it is cool.
Forum: Classic & Vintage
10-11-09, 07:26 AM
Replies: 40
Views: 3,501
Posted By white_feather

Would a set of Weinman rims with a six speed...

Would a set of Weinman rims with a six speed casstette sell? The are VERY light. They say 613-622 X 700C Made in Belgium?
Forum: Commuting
10-10-09, 04:54 PM
Replies: 57
Views: 3,973
Posted By white_feather

http://i279.photobucket.com/albums/kk144/carbonfib...

http://i279.photobucket.com/albums/kk144/carbonfibercowboy/Past%20Bikes/100_2040.jpg
Forum: Classic & Vintage
10-10-09, 04:49 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 3,127
Posted By white_feather

1955 Schwinn Deluxe Racer

I finally took a picture of the bike my son found for me in the trash. I was going to keep it. Him and I recently got into a discussion about it and possibly selling it or just riding it or just...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
10-09-09, 12:26 PM
Replies: 15
Views: 1,367
Posted By white_feather

The strip of wallpaper dividing the upper and...

The strip of wallpaper dividing the upper and lower half is called a 'chair rail'. It is for when you hit the walls with the back of the chairs when moving them around. You can simply replace a strip...
Forum: Singlespeed & Fixed Gear
10-08-09, 03:42 PM
Replies: 23
Views: 8,237
Posted By white_feather

Will riding fixed downhill, by not adding force...

Will riding fixed downhill, by not adding force but just having your legs constantly moving along with the rear wheel, will this help me lose weight around my midsection? I have a Rootbeer belly. I...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
10-05-09, 01:31 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 1,701
Posted By white_feather

I already have the bike, thanks for the link. I...

I already have the bike, thanks for the link. I emailed Kona explaining my disatisfaction. I don't know what to expect but i don't expect anything actually. I wasted my money.
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
10-05-09, 01:04 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 1,701
Posted By white_feather

Kona bicycles quality

I got a Kona Eighty-Eight as a Christmas gift. The wife paid $706 out-the-door for it. I like it for the thought behind it. The quality though SUCKS. With the slightest contact with anything the...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
10-05-09, 06:59 AM
Replies: 26
Views: 2,758
Posted By white_feather

I live in Willoughby. If you want to sell it...

I live in Willoughby. If you want to sell it PLEASE, pm me. I have way too many bikes also but I am looking for THE bike and I think that could be it. I would ride it as is. I would NOT even think...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
10-04-09, 06:25 PM
Replies: 26
Views: 2,758
Posted By white_feather

I would trade every bike I own for that.

I would trade every bike I own for that.
Forum: Classic & Vintage
10-02-09, 07:47 PM
Replies: 65
Views: 24,171
Posted By white_feather

I have a 1955 Schwinn deluxe Racer. It is all...

I have a 1955 Schwinn deluxe Racer. It is all original and in good condition. Some of the paint is missing. I ride it to work one day a week. Thinking about selling it, thinking about keeping it.
Forum: Singlespeed & Fixed Gear
09-30-09, 06:45 PM
Replies: 47
Views: 2,430
Posted By white_feather

Boxers or Briefs? Commando FTW!

Boxers or Briefs? Commando FTW!
Forum: Classic & Vintage
09-30-09, 11:55 AM
Replies: 22
Views: 1,787
Posted By white_feather

I have a few Mafac pieces in a box I was given. I...

I have a few Mafac pieces in a box I was given. I would love to make a singlespeed like that LeJuene. Is it difficult to do?
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
09-29-09, 01:02 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 636
Posted By white_feather

They say Mavic Made in France Montherly...

They say Mavic Made in France Montherly Route. They are 36 hole. One seems to have a dent in it so that might not be any good. PM me if you want to talk about purchasing them.
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
09-28-09, 06:51 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 636
Posted By white_feather

I also gave a box full of chains, cables and...

I also gave a box full of chains, cables and derailleurs. I got bunch of old stuff I'm thinking about post in the classifieds for sale.
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
09-28-09, 06:50 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 636
Posted By white_feather

The rims themselves are Mavics, made in France,

The rims themselves are Mavics, made in France,
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
09-28-09, 05:58 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 636
Posted By white_feather

Tubulars?

Someone gave me a set of rims with funky tires on them. The hubs were cut out of the rims so I took the tires off. What they were baffles me. It is a tube with tread. Are these tubulars? Can I mount...
Forum: Commuting
09-28-09, 01:06 PM
Replies: 39
Views: 3,399
Posted By white_feather

I want a Kona Worldbike. I am into three speeds...

I want a Kona Worldbike. I am into three speeds as well. I have a 1955 Schwinn Deluxe Racer that I enjoy riding. I need to have it gone over or perhaps I will go over it myself if I dare. I need to...
Forum: Commuting
09-28-09, 05:17 AM
Replies: 10
Views: 1,858
Posted By white_feather

What about the Kona Worldbike?

What about the Kona Worldbike?
Forum: Commuting
09-17-09, 11:45 AM
Replies: 54
Views: 2,152
Posted By white_feather

I think if you claim it as 8 and it's only 7.6...

I think if you claim it as 8 and it's only 7.6 you will never be allowed to become President but you could still work for ACORN.
Forum: Commuting
09-15-09, 05:09 PM
Replies: 23
Views: 1,096
Posted By white_feather

Question here: I live only a ridiculous 1000ft...

Question here: I live only a ridiculous 1000ft from my work yet I still ride to work. I can actually see work from my house. Would you wear a helmet for that short of a distance? I have to ride no...
Forum: Commuting
09-13-09, 11:31 AM
Replies: 52
Views: 3,157
Posted By white_feather

Well. . .As of right now I have the Trek 730 that...

Well. . .As of right now I have the Trek 730 that I have made into a front brake only, 1X7 gearing drivetrain with a rear rack for 90% of my commutes everywhere. Then I have the 1955 Schwinn Deluxe...
Forum: Singlespeed & Fixed Gear
09-11-09, 03:09 PM
Replies: 53
Views: 3,166
Posted By white_feather

I would like to know what country they are made...

I would like to know what country they are made in and the quality of construction as I have heard new Schwinns suck.
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
09-10-09, 04:21 PM
Replies: 17
Views: 1,344
Posted By white_feather

Why wouldn't one just buy a MOTORCYCLE?

Why wouldn't one just buy a MOTORCYCLE?
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
09-09-09, 02:14 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 470
Posted By white_feather

Rebuildable bike with least amount of tools?

Over the past weekend I was bored so I took apart a 1964 Monark Holiday bicycle someone gave me. I used to crescent wrenches and a Leatherman Core as a screwdriver. I cleaned everything and put it...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
09-09-09, 12:15 PM
Replies: 22
Views: 2,741
Posted By white_feather

I am looking to use it in my cruisers at 40 PSI...

I am looking to use it in my cruisers at 40 PSI and my commuter which I think is around 50 PSI.
Forum: Living Car Free
09-09-09, 10:17 AM
Replies: 50
Views: 3,518
Posted By white_feather

Who would ride to a restaurant to get food?...

Who would ride to a restaurant to get food? People who are car-free? Isn't that the title of this section? Since we are car-free, should we walk to a restaurant to eat?
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
09-09-09, 10:08 AM
Replies: 22
Views: 2,741
Posted By white_feather

Tire slime?

I was at Lowe's and I saw Tire Slime. It says it's for bicycles, lawnmowers and tractors. Is this the same Slime I see people on here talking about? I would love to add some to my tool kit and it's...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
09-09-09, 07:25 AM
Replies: 5
Views: 807
Posted By white_feather

I love those Shelby's. I need to find one of them.

I love those Shelby's. I need to find one of them.
Forum: Commuting
09-07-09, 05:04 PM
Replies: 52
Views: 3,157
Posted By white_feather

Basically, I just don't want a million bikes. I...

Basically, I just don't want a million bikes. I want two or three of mine. Then I have the SO-Mobile and the kids bikes.
Forum: Electronics, Lighting, & Gadgets
09-06-09, 05:12 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 635
Posted By white_feather

I have been trying to figure out something like...

I have been trying to figure out something like that after a friend joked that I need an old railroad lantern on the front.
Forum: Commuting
09-05-09, 05:44 PM
Replies: 52
Views: 3,157
Posted By white_feather

Right now I have a Trek 730 that I painted...

Right now I have a Trek 730 that I painted Rustoleum green, sprinkled it with green aquarium sand and let it dry. The next day I painted it again and let it dry. It is almost like a sandpaper finish....
Forum: Commuting
09-05-09, 04:25 PM
Replies: 52
Views: 3,157
Posted By white_feather

3 bike maximum dilemna

The SO and I live in a two bedroom apartment. I am car-free 42 years now and will be for the remainder of my life, GOD willing. As you can imagine, there is limited space so I need to keep it to...
Forum: Commuting
09-04-09, 11:31 AM
Replies: 116
Views: 7,073
Posted By white_feather

I tell them the last time I rode on the sidewalk...

I tell them the last time I rode on the sidewalk it was because his mother was working there.
Forum: Classic & Vintage
09-03-09, 05:58 PM
Replies: 78
Views: 41,447
Posted By white_feather

DaveW, do you know what year your Columbia...

DaveW, do you know what year your Columbia Charger is from? A friend just gave me one 30 minutes ago. I tuned it up as best I could and spun it around the block a few times. I like it alot.
Forum: Classic & Vintage
09-02-09, 10:35 AM
Replies: 57
Views: 4,593
Posted By white_feather

I've flipped a few bikes in the past year. Right...

I've flipped a few bikes in the past year. Right now I am trying to find someone who wants one of my guitars for some kind of interesting bike.
Forum: Classic & Vintage
09-01-09, 11:52 AM
Replies: 15,458
Views: 4,085,436
Posted By white_feather

Someone stole my 63 Huffy from my work today. i...

Someone stole my 63 Huffy from my work today. i had it all tucked away behind a fence and everything, rat *******!
Forum: Classic & Vintage
08-31-09, 06:01 PM
Replies: 15,458
Views: 4,085,436
Posted By white_feather

A customer brought in a 1963 Huffy Avanti today....

A customer brought in a 1963 Huffy Avanti today. Someone sanded it done to bare metal and painted it grey. I am in the process of removing the paint and shining the metal.
Forum: Classic & Vintage
08-30-09, 09:05 AM
Replies: 4
Views: 2,065
Posted By white_feather

I am in Willoughby, Ohio. If you decide to get...

I am in Willoughby, Ohio. If you decide to get rid of that Trek, PLEASE send me a PM, email me or send smoke signals. I love Trek Bikes. As of right now I have a 1996 730. I also have a few other...
Forum: Singlespeed & Fixed Gear
08-29-09, 04:12 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 1,012
Posted By white_feather

Yesterday I rode my 1955 Schinn Deluxe Racer in...

Yesterday I rode my 1955 Schinn Deluxe Racer in the rain, parked it outside in the rain while I went shopping and then rode it home in the rain. If I can be in the rain, my bike can be in the rain. I...
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