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Forum: Winter Cycling
02-11-18, 09:59 PM
Replies: 34
Views: 7,554
Posted By Engineer

Scarf

I struggled to find a good facemask to use that wouldn't fog up my glasses or goggles. My solution was the lowly scarf. I wrap it tight as I start to cover completely. Once the blood starts...
Forum: Winter Cycling
11-14-17, 10:05 PM
Replies: 86
Views: 38,550
Posted By Engineer

I put them on the day after my hands felt like...

I put them on the day after my hands felt like they were freezing. That was last week, it was around 30 F.
Forum: Commuting
03-29-17, 09:43 PM
Replies: 106
Views: 11,828
Posted By Engineer

Riding in light rain with a good jacket can be...

Riding in light rain with a good jacket can be exhilarating. If it is a heavy rain with wind in your face at 35 F it might not be so much fun, but I still do it. The biggest thing I recommend is to...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
12-14-16, 10:47 AM
Replies: 6
Views: 7,877
Posted By Engineer

Thanks for the confirmation and suggestions. The...

Thanks for the confirmation and suggestions. The reason I want to change the shifters is that I bought a handle bar bag and the derailleur cables run right into it.

I am curious about the 4703...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
12-13-16, 10:00 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 7,877
Posted By Engineer

105 Shifter Compatible with Tiagra Derailleurs

I currently have Tiagra shifters and derailleurs on a road bike. Front is a triple and rear is 10 speed, derailleur has a 4601 part number.

I would like to replace my shifters with ones that have...
Forum: Commuting
11-12-15, 08:34 PM
Replies: 76
Views: 6,452
Posted By Engineer

If getting ready for a commute seems like a...

If getting ready for a commute seems like a hassle, it is time to simplify. I used to wear lycra, reflective vest, special shoes, shower at work and have extra accessories on my bike. Then I...
Forum: Commuting
03-26-15, 10:24 PM
Replies: 48
Views: 2,841
Posted By Engineer

OP do not be discouraged, it is only as...

OP do not be discouraged, it is only as complicated as you make it. This is a good time of year to start. It is cool in the morning, if you ride at a reasonable pace, you will not be all sweaty by...
Forum: Commuting
12-03-14, 05:50 PM
Replies: 34
Views: 3,840
Posted By Engineer

Just to emphasize a couple of points already...

Just to emphasize a couple of points already mentioned for the drop-down version. They do limit your hand positions, they are designed so that you are on the hoods, and you can put your hands where...
Forum: Commuting
12-02-14, 11:18 PM
Replies: 34
Views: 3,840
Posted By Engineer

I got them last year, I wouldn't be able to make...

I got them last year, I wouldn't be able to make it through winter without them. I tried several different gloves, but the really warm ones were so thick that it was hard to maneuver, now I can wear...
Forum: Commuting
11-17-14, 09:03 PM
Replies: 60
Views: 3,228
Posted By Engineer

While I know it is going to get cold here, it...

While I know it is going to get cold here, it would be nice if it slowly came on. It seemed like it went from the 50s F down to the teens in a week. What happened to fall?
Forum: Commuting
11-06-14, 08:38 PM
Replies: 44
Views: 2,699
Posted By Engineer

I use a Bern helmet with a winter kit down to 40...

I use a Bern helmet with a winter kit down to 40 F. Add a balaclava after that.
Forum: Commuting
10-16-14, 08:19 PM
Replies: 53
Views: 2,969
Posted By Engineer

I also shower before I leave home on all but the...

I also shower before I leave home on all but the hottest and most humid days in summer. For fall and winter I dress fairly light on the upperbody so that I really don't sweat all that much.
Forum: Commuting
10-16-14, 08:06 PM
Replies: 22
Views: 1,351
Posted By Engineer

When I have to drive, I don't feel guilt, usually...

When I have to drive, I don't feel guilt, usually I am frustrated by the traffic, construction and poor driving skills of other drivers. When I do see someone on a bike, I feel jealous, as they are...
Forum: Commuting
10-13-14, 08:10 PM
Replies: 21
Views: 2,071
Posted By Engineer

Milwaukee

I am a little north of Chicago, but the weather is similar. I rode through the winter last year for the first time and I learned a lot!

I used a Bern Watts helmet with a winter kit. Once it...
Forum: Commuting
10-10-14, 09:57 PM
Replies: 19
Views: 999
Posted By Engineer

I don't carry a spare key, but after this story,...

I don't carry a spare key, but after this story, I am thinking about it. All I have to do is find it!
Forum: Commuting
05-10-14, 11:19 PM
Replies: 97
Views: 8,389
Posted By Engineer

I live on the west side of Milwaukee and commute...

I live on the west side of Milwaukee and commute downtown. I only see a one or two other commuters on my way into work, but I think that is due to the fact that less people are going in opposite...
Forum: Commuting
02-26-14, 10:59 PM
Replies: 78
Views: 6,129
Posted By Engineer

I once wore the Bell Metro helmet which had all...

I once wore the Bell Metro helmet which had all kinds of great accessories, one of which was a mirror. I have to say that I loved that thing although it was a bit fragile. I had two, when the first...
Forum: Commuting
01-02-14, 09:31 PM
Replies: 61
Views: 3,407
Posted By Engineer

This is the first winter I am trying to ride...

This is the first winter I am trying to ride through. It also has been one of the coldest and snowiest Decembers around here in quite a while, but thanks to new tires I am able to get through it. ...
Forum: Winter Cycling
12-18-13, 09:10 PM
Replies: 33
Views: 3,143
Posted By Engineer

Congratulations on the new low! I too have been...

Congratulations on the new low! I too have been pushing my limits this year, so far I have ridden in 0 F on my short commute. I find I am usually overdressed once I get moving.
Forum: Winter Cycling
12-18-13, 09:03 PM
Replies: 24
Views: 1,723
Posted By Engineer

I also have a Bern Watts helmet with what they...

I also have a Bern Watts helmet with what they call a winter kit.

http://bernunlimited.com/shop/snow/men/watts.html

It keeps me warm down to the 40's F. Below that I add a balaclava...
Forum: Commuting
11-16-13, 01:34 AM
Replies: 4,068
Views: 151,282
Posted By Engineer

It was a beautiful day for a ride. After a...

It was a beautiful day for a ride. After a couple of days of 20's weather, the 40's seemed balmy. Tailwind in the morning and in the face on the way home, but I don't mind, I have more motivation...
Forum: Commuting
11-12-13, 09:06 PM
Replies: 4,068
Views: 151,282
Posted By Engineer

Crisp sunny 22 F with a tailwind in the morning,...

Crisp sunny 22 F with a tailwind in the morning, had to use sun glasses for first time in a week.
Dark but a little warmer in the evening with wind in the face.
I did dress for the weather so I...
Forum: Commuting
11-09-13, 08:24 PM
Replies: 57
Views: 8,652
Posted By Engineer

I bought a Bern Watts helmet earlier this year...

I bought a Bern Watts helmet earlier this year because I liked the winter earmuffs that you can snap into it. However, the brim on this helmet is very low and right above my glasses so the rain...
Forum: Commuting
11-08-13, 11:17 PM
Replies: 29
Views: 2,201
Posted By Engineer

Very sorry to hear about your accident, hope you...

Very sorry to hear about your accident, hope you recover soon.

This sounds like a fluke due to the amount of rain, which you said is not normal, but I am sure you will be ready next time, or avoid...
Forum: Commuting
11-08-13, 10:30 PM
Replies: 155
Views: 8,987
Posted By Engineer

I ride on the street, sidewalks, alleys, bike...

I ride on the street, sidewalks, alleys, bike trails, driveways, parkways and dirt trails, across grass and gravel, through parking lots and small bodies of water on occasion, whatever makes the most...
Forum: Commuting
09-06-13, 11:50 PM
Replies: 46
Views: 3,543
Posted By Engineer

As someone else said, you have to ride what you...

As someone else said, you have to ride what you got. I rode an aluminum road bike for years as my commuter. Eventually I bought a dedicated commuter bike, but ended only using it on rainy days, the...
Forum: Commuting
08-10-13, 10:49 PM
Replies: 28
Views: 1,765
Posted By Engineer

If your shop does not listen to what you want...

If your shop does not listen to what you want that is a reason not to buy from them. I would think you city is large enough to have at least one shop that would listen to what the costumer wants.
...
Forum: Commuting
05-14-13, 10:07 PM
Replies: 43
Views: 2,189
Posted By Engineer

I really hope you feel better soon. Did your...

I really hope you feel better soon.

Did your helmet help? Just wondering as I keep telling people I have been wearing a helmet for 20 years but haven't used it yet!
Forum: Commuting
05-14-13, 09:59 PM
Replies: 28
Views: 1,962
Posted By Engineer

First off if you are feeling scrunched, you...

First off if you are feeling scrunched, you should really look at getting your bike fitted. There are plenty of websites that will give you their method which may or may not work for you. You even...
Forum: Recreational & Family
05-11-13, 10:59 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 2,736
Posted By Engineer

I have a bike with an 8 speed internal geared...

I have a bike with an 8 speed internal geared hubs and it shifts very easily when stopped or moving, it has to be the easiest way to shift. However, downside is they add a lot of weight, three...
Forum: Commuting
04-17-13, 08:44 PM
Replies: 64
Views: 3,520
Posted By Engineer

Good on you for getting started and doing it the...

Good on you for getting started and doing it the second day as well. As other people mentioned it gets easier the more you do it, and you know your addicted when you miss commuting on vacation days....
Forum: Commuting
09-08-06, 09:50 PM
Replies: 42
Views: 1,438
Posted By Engineer

I kept going last year until my cables started to...

I kept going last year until my cables started to freeze up. So pretty much stopped when it got below 30F. LBS suggested teflon cables so hopefully that won't happen this year. The only thing that...
Forum: Commuting
11-30-04, 01:24 PM
Replies: 25
Views: 1,742
Posted By Engineer

graydon: You said that you had two mirrors...

graydon:

You said that you had two mirrors replaced. Did you get them through Bell or the retailer?

Thanks!
Forum: Commuting
11-22-04, 12:56 PM
Replies: 25
Views: 1,742
Posted By Engineer

I have the Metro, I really like the winterizing...

I have the Metro, I really like the winterizing kit. It had enough ventilation this summer and the ear flaps work good at this time of year. I also purchased the mirror, which did break after I got...
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