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Forum: Commuting
04-28-21, 08:01 AM
Replies: 15,695
Views: 12,375,193
Posted By basketbro

having any weight on the rear causes wagging,...

having any weight on the rear causes wagging, doesn't have much to do with how secured into a basket that weight might be. too many people make the mistake of assuming carrying stuff must start on...
Forum: Commuting
04-28-21, 05:20 AM
Replies: 15,695
Views: 12,375,193
Posted By basketbro

i have things, so i needed a basket to carry them...

i have things, so i needed a basket to carry them lol. front rack/basket is the place to start for carrying stuff - keeps your bag where you can see it, no "tail wagging the dog" effect from weight...
Forum: Commuting
04-18-21, 10:04 PM
Replies: 15,695
Views: 12,375,193
Posted By basketbro

diamond back apex daily driver

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Forum: Electric Bikes
02-25-21, 07:31 AM
Replies: 5
Views: 913
Posted By basketbro

Question hub motor kit recommendation

i'm going to build this ebike around a vintage 26" atb frame. this is a recreational build and does not have to withstand daily heavy use/abuse. total system weight (bike, self, and motor/battery)...
Forum: Commuting
12-21-20, 08:02 AM
Replies: 15,695
Views: 12,375,193
Posted By basketbro

thanks! it's a kona dew.

thanks! it's a kona dew.
Forum: Commuting
11-30-20, 07:58 AM
Replies: 15,695
Views: 12,375,193
Posted By basketbro

made some changes to my "winter" commuter. ...

made some changes to my "winter" commuter.
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Forum: Commuting
07-13-20, 11:46 AM
Replies: 32
Views: 9,109
Posted By basketbro

lol watch me.

lol watch me.
Forum: Commuting
07-06-20, 07:05 AM
Replies: 40
Views: 8,045
Posted By basketbro

they're b5's. i'm casually deliberate when it...

they're b5's. i'm casually deliberate when it comes to audio, not an audiophile or expert, but this combo is very good. they sound full, with plenty of low end - no sub required. highs are well...
Forum: Utility Cycling
07-06-20, 06:43 AM
Replies: 941
Views: 560,038
Posted By basketbro

fietsbob that's sick. i'm guessing the frame...

fietsbob that's sick. i'm guessing the frame needs to come off to fold?
Forum: Utility Cycling
07-05-20, 05:53 AM
Replies: 941
Views: 560,038
Posted By basketbro

my work bike-truck by main street pedicabs ...

my work bike-truck by main street pedicabs

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Forum: Commuting
07-05-20, 05:47 AM
Replies: 40
Views: 8,045
Posted By basketbro

here's my apex set up for daily...

here's my apex set up for daily use/abuse/commutes. i've got 2" big apples and sks fenders with tons of clearance left over. if this wasn't a parts bin build and i didn't just have the 2" laying...
Forum: Commuting
05-11-20, 03:25 PM
Replies: 15,695
Views: 12,375,193
Posted By basketbro

https://cimg1.ibsrv.net/gimg/bikeforums.net-vbulle...

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Forum: Northeast
05-11-20, 03:12 PM
Replies: 14
Views: 4,133
Posted By basketbro

i have the gpx file for the dirty apple 50 mile...

i have the gpx file for the dirty apple 50 mile gravel run. perhaps you prefer different scenery, but i love riding through the dense woods, past lakes, through parks, etc. there's quite a bit of...
Forum: Northeast Rides and Events
12-19-19, 04:24 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 1,815
Posted By basketbro

i did this ride last year, the century route....

i did this ride last year, the century route. there were challenging climbs and good scenery to take in, with nicely stocked rest stations. food at the finish festival was surprisingly good. would do...
Forum: Northeast
12-19-19, 04:18 PM
Replies: 872
Views: 134,104
Posted By basketbro

if you're standing off the saddle on a citibike,...

if you're standing off the saddle on a citibike, you're doing it wrong.
Forum: Utility Cycling
12-08-19, 07:44 AM
Replies: 941
Views: 560,038
Posted By basketbro

this is my work whip - cyclesmaximus pedicab with...

this is my work whip - cyclesmaximus pedicab with hatchback box on the back. i haul compost and food waste....
Forum: Commuting
12-08-19, 07:37 AM
Replies: 15,695
Views: 12,375,193
Posted By basketbro

dickbandit slick ride, love it. here's my...

dickbandit slick ride, love it.

here's my raleigh tourist. switched the sturmey archer grip shift for a thumbie....
Forum: Cyclocross and Gravelbiking (Recreational)
10-14-19, 09:52 AM
Replies: 1,978
Views: 433,986
Posted By basketbro

https://cimg3.ibsrv.net/gimg/bikeforums.net-vbulle...

https://cimg3.ibsrv.net/gimg/bikeforums.net-vbulletin/2000x1987/dirtyapple_f34b7c5d801895b03532a75fe16e6f25d279c358.jpg
somewhere in westchester, new york. dirty apple 50 mile route.
Forum: Commuting
05-27-19, 09:05 PM
Replies: 15,695
Views: 12,375,193
Posted By basketbro

@GreenmanBelg that is dad goals.

@GreenmanBelg that is dad goals.
Forum: Commuting
05-27-19, 06:08 AM
Replies: 15,695
Views: 12,375,193
Posted By basketbro

GreenmanBelg that trike looks pretty slick. how...

GreenmanBelg that trike looks pretty slick. how much can you carry on it?
Forum: Northeast Rides and Events
05-26-19, 11:30 AM
Replies: 7
Views: 7,545
Posted By basketbro

anyone who wants to form a casual group for this...

anyone who wants to form a casual group for this ride, hit me up
Forum: Cyclocross and Gravelbiking (Recreational)
05-26-19, 08:21 AM
Replies: 122
Views: 30,966
Posted By basketbro

gorillimo nice crosscheck. here's mine. ...

gorillimo nice crosscheck. here's mine.
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Forum: Cyclocross and Gravelbiking (Recreational)
05-26-19, 08:14 AM
Replies: 53
Views: 36,531
Posted By basketbro

lmao, this. for the people having issues, i hate...

lmao, this. for the people having issues, i hate to say it, but its a you problem. i've used gravelkings and paselas in various sizes on many different rims, never had an issue.
Forum: Commuting
05-26-19, 07:57 AM
Replies: 15,695
Views: 12,375,193
Posted By basketbro

i'm late to this, sorry. the differences are...

i'm late to this, sorry. the differences are number of pawls, seals, bearing type, and general construction. basic shimano freewheel has 4 pawls, no seals, loose non-replaceable bearings, not great...
Forum: Commuting
05-20-19, 11:25 AM
Replies: 15,695
Views: 12,375,193
Posted By basketbro

here's the heap that i commute on and lock up...

here's the heap that i commute on and lock up around nyc. not visible is the white industries freewheel worth more than the whole bike....
Forum: Commuting
04-22-19, 08:45 AM
Replies: 15,695
Views: 12,375,193
Posted By basketbro

sometimes i bring a spare bike with my when i...

sometimes i bring a spare bike with my when i commute, just incase lol.

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...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
04-22-19, 07:05 AM
Replies: 61
Views: 7,506
Posted By basketbro

commuting: spare tube tire lever chain...

commuting:
spare tube
tire lever
chain breaker / spare link
topeak mini rachet
mini 15mm wrench
crankbros klic pump
2 pair exam gloves /small rag

long rides:
Forum: Northeast
04-07-19, 07:12 PM
Replies: 75
Views: 10,155
Posted By basketbro

i'm talking about immediately south. and yes, i'm...

i'm talking about immediately south. and yes, i'm sure there are people who just walked around the fence and continued. the path isn't torn up...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
04-05-19, 06:30 AM
Replies: 47
Views: 33,141
Posted By basketbro

i've got velo orange fenders on 3 bikes - very...

i've got velo orange fenders on 3 bikes - very much worth the money, and comes with decent finishing kit/hardware. honjo's are nice, but pricey without too much noticeable difference.
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
04-05-19, 06:22 AM
Replies: 22
Views: 1,669
Posted By basketbro

i use a brooks b17 on my day tripper/touring bike...

i use a brooks b17 on my day tripper/touring bike and my good commuter. b67 on my 26" cruiser. velo orange touring saddle on my vintage fuji racer. random bontrager on my trash commuter.
Forum: Northeast
04-05-19, 06:10 AM
Replies: 872
Views: 134,104
Posted By basketbro

i've already had too many near misses with people...

i've already had too many near misses with people on the ebikes. i was almost clipped from behind by someone launching off from a red light the other day. all sorts of generally poor bike...
Forum: Northeast
04-05-19, 05:57 AM
Replies: 75
Views: 10,155
Posted By basketbro

yes, i've been up there recently. the section...

yes, i've been up there recently. the section immediately preceding the bridge over croton reservoir is closed.
Forum: Northeast Rides and Events
03-16-19, 04:42 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 7,545
Posted By basketbro

thanks for posting, i will be in attendance.

thanks for posting, i will be in attendance.
Forum: Commuting
02-28-19, 08:19 AM
Replies: 25
Views: 3,003
Posted By basketbro

i love how the truck driver is just on the ground...

i love how the truck driver is just on the ground in disbelief.
like "what? my cage doesn't protect me anymore?!?"
Forum: Northeast Rides and Events
02-18-19, 02:23 PM
Replies: 1
Views: 712
Posted By basketbro

NYC - Sunday Rides

i'm looking for others living in NYC who are interested in casual, meandering rides of ~30-50 miles with a lunch/coffee stop. route and food stop will vary weekly. casual pace of ~15mph.
Forum: Northeast
02-15-19, 07:59 AM
Replies: 11
Views: 1,403
Posted By basketbro

if you trust random people on your bikes, you...

if you trust random people on your bikes, you don't love your bikes enough.
Forum: Northeast
01-14-19, 08:58 AM
Replies: 3
Views: 1,280
Posted By basketbro

nyc velo has two locations - 4th & 2nd ave, 45th...

nyc velo has two locations - 4th & 2nd ave, 45th & 11th ave
Forum: Classic & Vintage
01-14-19, 08:52 AM
Replies: 176
Views: 17,936
Posted By basketbro

i'm an ebike hater, mostly. i live in nyc, and...

i'm an ebike hater, mostly. i live in nyc, and vast majority of ebike users are food delivery guys who ride dangerously, and give no ****s. before someone says that i need to blame the rider, and not...
Forum: Introductions
01-14-19, 08:17 AM
Replies: 9
Views: 594
Posted By basketbro

hello from nyc

hello all. i'm 28, living in nyc for the last year or so, been riding seriously (in the way i've chosen) for the past 3 years or so. i do day trips, exploratory rides, etc. always looking for...
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