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Forum: Hybrid Bicycles
08-04-13, 03:58 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 1,881
Posted By scooter bopp

He never tried it. He says maybe, with the top...

He never tried it. He says maybe, with the top up.;)
When its folded, it has kind of an L shape (see pic) that is 33 inches tall, The bottom part that goes in the receiver is about 30 inches long....
Forum: Recreational & Family
08-04-13, 07:59 AM
Replies: 4
Views: 18,441
Posted By scooter bopp

I had trouble finding one for our Instep too. I...

I had trouble finding one for our Instep too. I finally checked at the LBS and found one that they took off a used bike. Good luck.
Forum: Hybrid Bicycles
08-03-13, 06:54 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 1,881
Posted By scooter bopp

Our son used to have an MX 5 (Miata) and he would...

Our son used to have an MX 5 (Miata) and he would use my Holywood brand hitch rack to move his bikes around.
http://hollywoodracks.com/bike-racks/hitch-racks/sportrider-hitch-rack.htm
Forum: Recreational & Family
07-31-13, 05:30 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 1,456
Posted By scooter bopp

Is a class II hitch even available for a Mazda 6?...

Is a class II hitch even available for a Mazda 6? I don't remember seeing one when I ordered the Hitch for my Mazda 6. These cars today just aren't built to tow anything heavy. Mine was a hatchback,...
Forum: Fifty Plus (50+)
07-28-13, 02:47 PM
Replies: 32
Views: 3,030
Posted By scooter bopp

I'll need to get some Tri-flow and check it out....

I'll need to get some Tri-flow and check it out. Though WD40 is hard to beat. Its my third favorite scent, after BBQ and two stroke exhaust. After my wife cooks out on the grill, or right after we...
Forum: Fifty Plus (50+)
07-27-13, 02:34 PM
Replies: 32
Views: 3,030
Posted By scooter bopp

But one of the reasons I love WD 40 is that...

But one of the reasons I love WD 40 is that wonderful WD 40 fragrance.:love:
Forum: Fifty Plus (50+)
07-05-13, 05:11 PM
Replies: 124
Views: 7,550
Posted By scooter bopp

Interesting topic. My wife and I are both fifty...

Interesting topic. My wife and I are both fifty and had planned on retiring when we were 58, and moving up to northern Wisconsin, (we both love winter). But after the economy took a dump and took a...
Forum: Recreational & Family
06-23-13, 06:47 AM
Replies: 54
Views: 7,669
Posted By scooter bopp

Good luck. My wife showed no interest either. I'm...

Good luck. My wife showed no interest either. I'm sure part of it was because our department store bikes were not very good. But when I started looking for a new, better bike for myself and started...
Forum: Recreational & Family
06-15-13, 09:59 AM
Replies: 18
Views: 39,853
Posted By scooter bopp

My Hollywood brand hitch rack came with a...

My Hollywood brand hitch rack came with a bolt/pin that threads into the rack. And when you tighten it, the rack doesn't move, with or without the hitch size adapter. It also holds the bikes more...
Forum: Hybrid Bicycles
06-03-13, 06:45 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 7,554
Posted By scooter bopp

We started using hitch racks on all our small...

We started using hitch racks on all our small cars when the gas prices skyrocketed and I parked my pickup. So far I had hitches installed for the bike rack on a Carolla, a Mazda6, two Mazda3s and a...
Forum: Recreational & Family
08-25-12, 09:21 AM
Replies: 8
Views: 1,518
Posted By scooter bopp

I've always liked the way a mixte looks and...

I've always liked the way a mixte looks and always thought they were neutral gender. Seems like a good frame for that type of a bike. Much easier to ride in regular clothing then a bike with a top...
Forum: Recreational & Family
08-17-12, 05:56 PM
Replies: 16
Views: 7,842
Posted By scooter bopp

I have this one and and I love it. They make a...

I have this one and and I love it. They make a four bike rack just like it.
http://www.hollywoodracks.com/bike-racks/hitch-racks/sportrider-hitch-rack-SE2.htm
Forum: Recreational & Family
07-22-12, 07:36 AM
Replies: 22
Views: 12,205
Posted By scooter bopp

I have a 7100, I love it. My wife has a 7200 and...

I have a 7100, I love it. My wife has a 7200 and likes mine better. Go figure, her's cost more.:rolleyes: For rides up to 60 miles you should be fine. We do it all the time. Like others have said,...
Forum: Hybrid Bicycles
06-03-12, 06:58 PM
Replies: 29
Views: 18,422
Posted By scooter bopp

I've got a 7100 and my wife has a 7200, we love...

I've got a 7100 and my wife has a 7200, we love em. We do like the seats on our Trek Navigators (comfort bikes) better though.
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Forum: Forum Suggestions & User Assistance
04-08-12, 05:19 PM
Replies: 23
Views: 821
Posted By scooter bopp

Agreed. I had problems on here when using IE....

Agreed. I had problems on here when using IE. When I switched browsers, the problems went away.
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
03-06-12, 09:03 AM
Replies: 22
Views: 796
Posted By scooter bopp

My Wife and I have a few sets of matching bikes,...

My Wife and I have a few sets of matching bikes, her's are all a size smaller than mine. Shes 5'2", I'm 5' 9". When I ride her bikes, (when I adjust the seats for me), I like the way her bikes feel...
Forum: Clydesdales/Athenas (200+ lb / 91+ kg)
10-22-11, 06:54 AM
Replies: 32
Views: 2,309
Posted By scooter bopp

Yep, I have to have fenders on all my bikes....

Yep, I have to have fenders on all my bikes. Planet Bike fenders rock! I grew up in the 60s and 70s, so a bike without fenders just doesnt look finished to me. Even my old 10 speed I bought when I...
Forum: Recreational & Family
10-20-11, 06:14 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 1,528
Posted By scooter bopp

My wife and I both have Navigator 2.0s and...

My wife and I both have Navigator 2.0s and 7100/7200s and love them. We use the Navs for riding non paved paths the 7000s are for pavement. My Navigator is my favorite bike, and I have alot of bikes.
Forum: Commuting
10-09-11, 04:40 PM
Replies: 36
Views: 2,311
Posted By scooter bopp

222151 No waiting.

222151 No waiting.
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
10-08-11, 03:57 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 809
Posted By scooter bopp

I rode both the 16.5 and the next size larger and...

I rode both the 16.5 and the next size larger and I liked the 16.5 better. It just felt better. The LBS said both sizes would work for me. On my 700x35 hybrid I also went with the smaller size,...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
10-08-11, 02:40 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 809
Posted By scooter bopp

Im 5' 9" and my Trek Navigator comfort bike has a...

Im 5' 9" and my Trek Navigator comfort bike has a 16.5 inch frame and fits me fine. If that helps.
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
10-08-11, 04:54 AM
Replies: 18
Views: 5,328
Posted By scooter bopp

We use a Hollywood brand hitch rack on our Mazda...

We use a Hollywood brand hitch rack on our Mazda 3 and it works well. You dont even notice the bikes are back there until you look in the mirror. It holds them very secure and its easy to use. The...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
09-27-11, 07:33 AM
Replies: 42
Views: 2,014
Posted By scooter bopp

This.. I have six bikes, my wife has six, plus we...

This.. I have six bikes, my wife has six, plus we have a tandem. This year we've mostly been riding our 700x35 hybrids and our 26 inch comfort bikes. It just worked out that way, (people we've rode...
Forum: Hybrid Bicycles
09-24-11, 07:00 AM
Replies: 42
Views: 7,261
Posted By scooter bopp

Inexpensive Forte Gotham's on our 700x35 bikes....

Inexpensive Forte Gotham's on our 700x35 bikes. Performance has them in stock. Dont know what kind of miles they get. They seem alright, I like the tread pattern. I noticed they have them for 26...
Forum: Hybrid Bicycles
09-22-11, 07:00 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 5,215
Posted By scooter bopp

My wife's 7200219732My 7100219731With Planet...

My wife's 7200219732My 7100219731With Planet fenders.
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
09-18-11, 06:52 AM
Replies: 4
Views: 497
Posted By scooter bopp

219226This is what I used before I got a hitch...

219226This is what I used before I got a hitch rack. If you need the hitch rack, I bought a Hollywood brand rack that works well.
Forum: Triathlon
09-11-11, 05:46 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 1,033
Posted By scooter bopp

Wife has the same problem. She has to tip her...

Wife has the same problem. She has to tip her head all the way upside down to get the water out. Its like she has a J trap in her ear or something.
Forum: Hybrid Bicycles
09-11-11, 01:54 PM
Replies: 3,982
Views: 650,614
Posted By scooter bopp

Great day for a ride. Road to Fort Atkinson Wi...

Great day for a ride. Road to Fort Atkinson Wi for breakfast.

218329
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
09-10-11, 11:31 AM
Replies: 41
Views: 5,064
Posted By scooter bopp

I grew up in the 70s. To me a bicycle looks...

I grew up in the 70s. To me a bicycle looks unfinished without fenders. Until the 10 speeds became more popular, all the bikes I saw growing up had fenders. All the bikes I buy now, if they dont come...
Forum: Hybrid Bicycles
09-03-11, 02:52 PM
Replies: 51
Views: 11,017
Posted By scooter bopp

I love these kickstand arguments, lol. I can see...

I love these kickstand arguments, lol. I can see if you have a race bike, or CF, but otherwise the kickstand is the best invention since the bicycle. A little lever you push down with your foot and...
Forum: Fifty Plus (50+)
08-06-11, 11:21 AM
Replies: 11
Views: 683
Posted By scooter bopp

Had a similar issue on a paved bike path last...

Had a similar issue on a paved bike path last year. We slowed down behind slower traffic at a driveway crossing where a pavement company ground down 4 inches leaving sharp edges on each side. When...
Forum: Fifty Plus (50+)
08-06-11, 10:50 AM
Replies: 15
Views: 921
Posted By scooter bopp

What a beautiful site! And deluxe porta pots to...

What a beautiful site! And deluxe porta pots to boot!
Forum: Clydesdales/Athenas (200+ lb / 91+ kg)
08-06-11, 06:24 AM
Replies: 26
Views: 8,104
Posted By scooter bopp

LOL, you beat me to it! Same thing happens to me...

LOL, you beat me to it! Same thing happens to me all the time, but its my wife that catchs me looking.
Forum: Fifty Plus (50+)
08-06-11, 04:14 AM
Replies: 56
Views: 2,221
Posted By scooter bopp

I clicked the first two. I used to ride hard and...

I clicked the first two. I used to ride hard and fast, and loved it! But right now, at this point in my life, with the economy the way it is, and not knowing if I'll have my hectic job from year to...
Forum: Forum Suggestions & User Assistance
08-04-11, 03:29 PM
Replies: 319
Views: 113,071
Posted By scooter bopp

213426 Test

213426

Test
Forum: Hybrid Bicycles
08-03-11, 06:24 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 5,176
Posted By scooter bopp

213347213348Yep, love the trails but the dust and...

213347213348Yep, love the trails but the dust and grit is pretty bad. My wife and I each have a dedicated bike that we use on the trails. I put full fenders on ours otherwise you kick up a...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
08-02-11, 05:56 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 12,597
Posted By scooter bopp

Sounds like the same type & size tire that came...

Sounds like the same type & size tire that came on my Trek Navigator comfort bike. Trek calls them a comfort tire. Kinda smooth in the center and knobby on the edges.
Mine are Bontrager brand.
Forum: Forum Suggestions & User Assistance
08-01-11, 06:42 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 1,410
Posted By scooter bopp

I changed my browser, (we've had IE forever), and...

I changed my browser, (we've had IE forever), and everything is working much better and faster, thanks much.

Dave
Forum: Hybrid Bicycles
08-01-11, 05:51 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 792
Posted By scooter bopp

213051 Lets try this one. Whoo hooo! I think...

213051
Lets try this one.
Whoo hooo! I think I got it now. Any how thats her new bike.
Forum: Hybrid Bicycles
08-01-11, 05:06 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 792
Posted By scooter bopp

I got a pic to load but I cant get it to do it...

I got a pic to load but I cant get it to do it again. ?
Forum: Hybrid Bicycles
08-01-11, 04:18 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 792
Posted By scooter bopp

Thanks ColinL, I recently updated my browser and...

Thanks ColinL, I recently updated my browser and thats when the problems started. I'm looking into my options to get it fixed.
Forum: Forum Suggestions & User Assistance
07-31-11, 05:24 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 1,410
Posted By scooter bopp

Yesterday I updated to IE 9.0 on my computer and...

Yesterday I updated to IE 9.0 on my computer and now I'm having the same problems. Having to double click I posted a duplicate thread. Also I cant post pictures anymore. Ill try a different browser,...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
07-31-11, 02:42 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 446
Posted By scooter bopp

Trek sells a girls 24" cruiser style bike, I saw...

Trek sells a girls 24" cruiser style bike, I saw one at the LBS yesterday. Looked pretty nice. I just checked their site just now, its in the kids section.
Forum: Hybrid Bicycles
07-31-11, 12:24 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 792
Posted By scooter bopp

I dont know why but I cant post the pics?

I dont know why but I cant post the pics?
Forum: Hybrid Bicycles
07-31-11, 12:15 PM
Replies: 0
Views: 635
Posted By scooter bopp

My wife bought a new bike

Duplicate. Sorry, having issues with my lap top.
Forum: Hybrid Bicycles
07-31-11, 12:13 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 792
Posted By scooter bopp

My wife bought a new bike

Yesterday we stopped at a LBS and found a leftover 2008 Trek 7200 for a sweet price. She has been having issues with her old bike because I think it was too large for her. This one fits her much...
Forum: Southern California
07-31-11, 05:26 AM
Replies: 28
Views: 29,609
Posted By scooter bopp

I only have time to ride 1000 miles a year. The...

I only have time to ride 1000 miles a year. The only way I can find more time to ride is if I give up my pesky job or give up sleeping. Anyway my wife just bought a new bike and the dealer said to...
Forum: Hybrid Bicycles
07-30-11, 05:58 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 1,320
Posted By scooter bopp

Congrats on the sweet new bike! I got back into...

Congrats on the sweet new bike! I got back into riding a few years ago. Yep, my hands going numb has been a real problem for me also. The gloves help but didn't solve the problem. I try to keep my...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
07-24-11, 06:40 AM
Replies: 52
Views: 3,044
Posted By scooter bopp

My wife and I were on a trip and stopped at a new...

My wife and I were on a trip and stopped at a new little bike shop. The store was set up very nice and seemed like a good location. The owner wasn't rude to us but was extremely rude to others. She...
Forum: Hybrid Bicycles
07-23-11, 11:00 AM
Replies: 27
Views: 3,860
Posted By scooter bopp

Now see, I really like the fork suspensions. In...

Now see, I really like the fork suspensions. In fact when my wife got her 7100 I would ride hers rather than ride my road bike, (When she wasn't riding it).:) So I got my own. My road bike is faster,...
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