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Forum: Classic & Vintage
09-13-23, 08:22 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 2,940
Posted By veets

Resurrecting this with the hope of finding a 1995...

Resurrecting this with the hope of finding a 1995 Specialized catalog, or 1996. So far, all I have found is mountain bikes from those years, not the full lineup and type of catalog that retrobike...
Forum: Folding Bikes
11-07-19, 04:15 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 3,523
Posted By veets

Search ebay for Turbo Mini tool set. Nice little...

Search ebay for Turbo Mini tool set. Nice little tool set for about $10, and it will fit in your frame tube. Has all the common tools needed, as far as I'm aware, including the 15mm wrench for...
Forum: Commuting
07-05-18, 02:57 PM
Replies: 33
Views: 6,371
Posted By veets

I like ReeLights (the big set of front and backs)...

I like ReeLights (the big set of front and backs) as "be seen" lights. You'll never worry about batteries again, and they're cheaper than a dynamo hub. Being bolted on and hard-wired, they're not...
Forum: Commuting
05-25-18, 12:47 PM
Replies: 29
Views: 17,738
Posted By veets

Eddie Bauer has some good stretch pants that are...

Eddie Bauer has some good stretch pants that are comfy for cycling, non-wrinkling, and frequently on sale. Look at the Horizon Guide type, but they have others.
Forum: Commuting
05-24-18, 02:53 PM
Replies: 70
Views: 8,583
Posted By veets

I totally agree. I do like this idea too and...

I totally agree.

I do like this idea too and wish someone would make me one. :-)
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=l6YRsurIQMQ

Ikea sells nice reflective ankle wraps in 2-packs for cheap.
Forum: Commuting
05-24-18, 11:01 AM
Replies: 98
Views: 14,004
Posted By veets

No votes for saddlebags? Or are saddlebags...

No votes for saddlebags? Or are saddlebags considered a form of panniers?
For my commute, putting clothes in a backpack always resulted in them getting more crushed and wrinkled. I prefer a set of...
Forum: Folding Bikes
05-08-18, 12:52 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 5,360
Posted By veets

If I'm understanding your description properly,...

If I'm understanding your description properly, it sounds similar to what I experienced after changing a flat and removing / reinstalling the rear wheel. It turns out that the derailleur was not...
Forum: Southeast
05-04-18, 04:33 PM
Replies: 14
Views: 2,433
Posted By veets

I got back recently from another ride from Miami...

I got back recently from another ride from Miami to Key West over three days. The trail was mostly in decent shape, but there were stretches from Upper Matecumbe Key to Duck Key where the trail was...
Forum: Folding Bikes
04-09-18, 07:45 AM
Replies: 5
Views: 1,355
Posted By veets

Maybe it was this? CARACLE-S 2016 [English] |...

Maybe it was this?
CARACLE-S 2016 [English] | CARACLE -the innovative folding bike- (http://www.caracle.co.jp/en/products-en/cs2016-en)

Looks pretty cool.
Forum: Commuting
04-09-18, 07:34 AM
Replies: 95
Views: 14,126
Posted By veets

I tried several options but never found anything...

I tried several options but never found anything satisfactory for my needs under $50. I also preferred the bullet-type form factor, but ended up going with the Gitup Git2, which is a GoPro style...
Forum: Southeast
04-01-18, 08:18 PM
Replies: 14
Views: 2,433
Posted By veets

By the way, you might consider whether you can...

By the way, you might consider whether you can squeeze in a snorkel tour. The reefs around Marathon are very popular. If you leave Key West early enough and make good time, you can probably be in...
Forum: Southeast
04-01-18, 08:07 PM
Replies: 14
Views: 2,433
Posted By veets

1. We're regular riders on NJ roads at 16-18mph....

1. We're regular riders on NJ roads at 16-18mph. Should we just plan to stay on the highway? Trail seems tempting, but might be "suboptimal"
This seems like a subjective, personal choice. You can...
Forum: Southeast
03-04-18, 12:11 PM
Replies: 29
Views: 23,148
Posted By veets

If any of the folks who have offered good routes...

If any of the folks who have offered good routes from downtown Miami to Key Largo would come back and provide details, that would be great.
I rode the trail under the train and then along the...
Forum: Southeast
03-04-18, 12:02 PM
Replies: 14
Views: 2,433
Posted By veets

My experience was the same as Texbiker's. There...

My experience was the same as Texbiker's. There was either path or generous shoulder 99% of the way. Only a couple of miles that were sketchy for me.
I actually rode one day earlier than he did...
Forum: Folding Bikes
02-26-18, 11:42 AM
Replies: 25
Views: 4,607
Posted By veets

Thanks for your thoughts! can you bubble...

Thanks for your thoughts!


can you bubble wrap it? In theory. But carrying enough bubble wrap for the return flight would fill a large bag that would have to be carried. Or sourced at the...
Forum: Folding Bikes
02-26-18, 10:43 AM
Replies: 25
Views: 4,607
Posted By veets

Survey - bag for folding bike touring with flight

Is there a need for a better bike padding/protection system to use with folding bikes when touring with air travel?

I've read that some people are comfortable taking the hinge bolts off their...
Forum: Commuting
01-29-18, 10:58 AM
Replies: 104
Views: 20,789
Posted By veets

Good idea on the double-boiler technique. I...

Good idea on the double-boiler technique. I wasn't sure about the ultrasonic treatment being effective that way, but I'll give it a try.

I'm using pure paraffin wax. I understand that MSW can...
Forum: Commuting
01-29-18, 07:15 AM
Replies: 104
Views: 20,789
Posted By veets

I wonder if the number of transducers relates to...

I wonder if the number of transducers relates to the size of the ultrasonic unit? I got a little 2 liter, heated unit on ebay, and it seems pretty strong (compared to my wife's jewelry cleaner).
...
Forum: Commuting
01-27-18, 06:39 PM
Replies: 104
Views: 20,789
Posted By veets

Well, I cleaned and waxed three chains...

Well, I cleaned and waxed three chains successfully. I don't know if it made a difference or not, but I did use the heated ultrasonic bath for doing the wax too. It took a while to melt the wax,...
Forum: Commuting
01-26-18, 04:27 PM
Replies: 104
Views: 20,789
Posted By veets

Now we're talkin'. I'll do mine in bacon and a...

Now we're talkin'. I'll do mine in bacon and a friend's in vanilla latte and we can all ride to work together in the morning. :)
Forum: Commuting
01-26-18, 03:16 PM
Replies: 104
Views: 20,789
Posted By veets

I've got my ultrasonic cleaner and crockpot ready...

I've got my ultrasonic cleaner and crockpot ready to go. I used to wax chains about 25 years ago but when that bike got stolen I never got around to doing it on the next bikes. I cleaned up the...
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