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Forum: Advocacy & Safety
04-18-24, 04:49 PM
Replies: 3,924
Views: 475,106
Posted By veganbikes

If there were links he would have posted them as...

If there were links he would have posted them as anyone trying to prove their point and show people their side is correct, would. They continue to hide and dodge all these links instead sometimes...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
04-18-24, 03:37 PM
Replies: 17
Views: 157
Posted By veganbikes

Columbus makes one, Ritchey makes one and then...

Columbus makes one, Ritchey makes one and then Wound Up makes the nicest ones that is what I would recommend if I wanted to stick with carbon if not I would get a threadless 1" steel fork and be done...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
04-18-24, 03:33 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 73
Posted By veganbikes

Generally that sort all in one combo stuff is...

Generally that sort all in one combo stuff is unfortunately not designed to work well or last but usually will come with some mounts. I would not spend a lot of time trying to build a mount for a...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
04-18-24, 03:24 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 73
Posted By veganbikes

Unfortunately the seller didn't know what they...

Unfortunately the seller didn't know what they were doing and just decided to go crazy. Hopefully the rim is fine and it very well could be but I would have a trusted mechanic take a look at it just...
Forum: Advocacy & Safety
04-18-24, 03:16 PM
Replies: 3,924
Views: 475,106
Posted By veganbikes

You have expected me to find your magical data if...

You have expected me to find your magical data if you didn't you would have posted it already.

Your realize that was your argument I was putting forth not my argument but yours the one you have...
Forum: Clydesdales/Athenas (200+ lb / 91+ kg)
04-17-24, 07:04 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 187
Posted By veganbikes

Zinn (https://zinncycles.com)(Lennard...

Zinn (https://zinncycles.com)(Lennard specializes in big and tall)
Bilenky (https://www.bilenky.com)
Rodriguez and Ericsson (https://www.rodbikes.com)
Firefly (https://fireflybicycles.com)...
Forum: Singlespeed & Fixed Gear
04-17-24, 06:46 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 152
Posted By veganbikes

I mean with the right gearing nothing really....

I mean with the right gearing nothing really. However if I know I am going to be on a ride that is super hilly I probably will take a geared bike because I have multiple bikes. I mean it is easy...
Forum: Electronics, Lighting, & Gadgets
04-17-24, 06:41 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 253
Posted By veganbikes

How do you wash your Garmin? Do you use cold...

How do you wash your Garmin? Do you use cold rinse gentle cycle or heavy duty? Should I pre-rinse? Do I need to soak it first or will it do ok going straight in the washer?

It is great news that...
Forum: Electronics, Lighting, & Gadgets
04-17-24, 06:35 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 185
Posted By veganbikes

You might find a different case for your phone...

You might find a different case for your phone rough up the back of it and mount with a good strong epoxy that is rated for outdoor usage. That is what co-workers have done either for cases they...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
04-17-24, 06:29 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 142
Posted By veganbikes

Stuff like that happens all the time. It is those...

Stuff like that happens all the time. It is those little things you forget that cause the biggest headaches. Glad you got it sorted. I looked at the picture a couple times and double counted just to...
Forum: Advocacy & Safety
04-17-24, 06:13 PM
Replies: 3,924
Views: 475,106
Posted By veganbikes

OK, so we should not wear helmets because some...

OK, so we should not wear helmets because some testing is slightly lacking. Really good logic.

You keep saying this data exists but yet you CANNOT prove it. It is not on me to find the data to...
Forum: Clydesdales/Athenas (200+ lb / 91+ kg)
04-16-24, 07:39 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 187
Posted By veganbikes

It sounds like you are making excellent progress,...

It sounds like you are making excellent progress, treat yourself to something custom, have someone build it as you want it. Maybe you want wider tires or slacker head tube or something else like that...
Forum: Hybrid Bicycles
04-16-24, 07:33 PM
Replies: 1
Views: 134
Posted By veganbikes

What does she want or need? I don't know your...

What does she want or need? I don't know your wife but she would be the perfect person to ask about it!

For me personally it would be Ergon grips but I don't run flat bars without Ergon grips....
Forum: Advocacy & Safety
04-16-24, 07:24 PM
Replies: 3,924
Views: 475,106
Posted By veganbikes

VA tech has stepped in because they felt the CSPC...

VA tech has stepped in because they felt the CSPC tests weren't good enough though I am sure there are some manufacturers who don't test as well. However VA Tech creating better tests and rating...
Forum: Advocacy & Safety
04-16-24, 04:42 PM
Replies: 3,924
Views: 475,106
Posted By veganbikes

Our new shop will have a policy of wearing...

Our new shop will have a policy of wearing helmets at all events we are a part of. There is no ifs ands or buts in this situation. There is just no point to not wear one unless you are riding on soft...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
04-16-24, 04:34 PM
Replies: 16
Views: 3,283
Posted By veganbikes

I would have posted a new thread in bicycle...

I would have posted a new thread in bicycle mechanics rather than a 4 year old thread. However in terms of manuals they are all generic and useless in this context however going to your local shop...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
04-16-24, 04:31 PM
Replies: 20
Views: 627
Posted By veganbikes

So the important factor in saddles is the shape,...

So the important factor in saddles is the shape, the size (which will very depending on how you ride) and actually riding on it for a period of time to get used to it.

Everyone will prefer a...
Forum: Advocacy & Safety
04-16-24, 04:13 PM
Replies: 3,924
Views: 475,106
Posted By veganbikes

It is crazy and they couldn't really back up...

It is crazy and they couldn't really back up their opinion either. It is one thing to hold an opinion and back it up but to hold an opinion so strongly and claim the evidence exists and then not...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
04-16-24, 09:04 AM
Replies: 4
Views: 173
Posted By veganbikes

The chainrings solo will probably cost more than...

The chainrings solo will probably cost more than a crankset already containing them. I wouldn't buy Claris unless I was desperate. Just get the proper chainwheel from Shimano in 10 speed.
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
04-16-24, 09:00 AM
Replies: 3
Views: 157
Posted By veganbikes

Another plus one for Robert Axle Project and also...

Another plus one for Robert Axle Project and also a note make sure you install that thing properly and keep an eye on it. I also wouldn't take it off road. I wouldn't trust Schwinn for quality these...
Forum: Advocacy & Safety
04-16-24, 08:53 AM
Replies: 3,924
Views: 475,106
Posted By veganbikes

Ah yes personal attacks the last bastion of the...

Ah yes personal attacks the last bastion of the person who has nothing left. Coffee and reading comprehension are your arguments against helmets now? Please do your homework. It isn't mine, I am not...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
04-15-24, 08:18 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 305
Posted By veganbikes

You might be better off asking the mods to move...

You might be better off asking the mods to move this towards Classic and Vintage that is the ideal subforum for this.

Beyond that I cannot help I am not as well versed in vintage forks.
Forum: Advocacy & Safety
04-15-24, 08:15 PM
Replies: 3,924
Views: 475,106
Posted By veganbikes

You will need to just google it. The data exists...

You will need to just google it. The data exists but I don't want to provide it you however a Buzzfeed person said that helmets will give you helmet hair and helmet hair is the number one killer.
...
Forum: Advocacy & Safety
04-15-24, 08:09 PM
Replies: 3,924
Views: 475,106
Posted By veganbikes

So asphalt is significantly softer than rocks...

So asphalt is significantly softer than rocks now? You never answered that you keep harping on the everything. If that is all you have sure I wrote everything good job on reading comprehension. If...
Forum: Advocacy & Safety
04-15-24, 07:56 PM
Replies: 3,924
Views: 475,106
Posted By veganbikes

I am not arguing on kids stopping cycling when...

I am not arguing on kids stopping cycling when they become adults I am saying it is not because of whatever nonsense you believe. I know many kids don't ride as adults but again nothing to do with...
Forum: Advocacy & Safety
04-15-24, 07:41 PM
Replies: 3,924
Views: 475,106
Posted By veganbikes

Yes so is asphalt now significantly softer than...

Yes so is asphalt now significantly softer than rocks? I wasn't aware that had happened. Would love to see the peer reviewed study on that.

Nonsense? How is what I wrote nonsense. I get that you...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
04-15-24, 07:19 PM
Replies: 37
Views: 930
Posted By veganbikes

I am into more than just bikes but violence...

I am into more than just bikes but violence towards others for silly reasons like sport don't impress me and groups calling themselves "conservation" groups that are just interested in doing the same...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
04-15-24, 07:10 PM
Replies: 37
Views: 930
Posted By veganbikes

Shimano is known for junk they make Tourney and...

Shimano is known for junk they make Tourney and below Tourney, they also make nicer things. I won't get into a deep P&R about fishing but leave them alone let them live their own lives and you can...
Forum: Advocacy & Safety
04-15-24, 07:05 PM
Replies: 3,924
Views: 475,106
Posted By veganbikes

I was not talking about youths not cycling but...

I was not talking about youths not cycling but youths stopping cycling maybe it wasn't clear but I am talking about youths becoming adults and stopping cycling.

So your piece of data is an online...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
04-15-24, 06:40 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 288
Posted By veganbikes

I would run the widest tire you can. In terms of...

I would run the widest tire you can. In terms of running different tires you do whatever you want on that front. I would certainly run the more puncture protectant tire at the back since you put...
Forum: Advocacy & Safety
04-15-24, 05:34 PM
Replies: 3,924
Views: 475,106
Posted By veganbikes

Unpaved ground can be quite hard (it can also be...

Unpaved ground can be quite hard (it can also be a bit softer but not some fluffy pillow to protect your head) and most people are not falling on animals or water and in the water such as for...
Forum: Advocacy & Safety
04-15-24, 05:15 PM
Replies: 3,924
Views: 475,106
Posted By veganbikes

You think American youth stop riding bicycles...

You think American youth stop riding bicycles because of safety? Have you seen some of these kids? A helmet is not going to stop kids from riding if they understand what a helmet is and why they...
Forum: Advocacy & Safety
04-15-24, 02:06 PM
Replies: 3,924
Views: 475,106
Posted By veganbikes

Everything out there is harder than your head....

Everything out there is harder than your head. Saying that you shouldn't wear a helmet because YOU personally feel that it sends a message to everyone that is not being sent is just silly. I guess...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
04-15-24, 01:50 PM
Replies: 37
Views: 930
Posted By veganbikes

Never been to a Cabelas and have no intention to...

Never been to a Cabelas and have no intention to ever go there. I wouldn't doubt they are selling crap they seem like that sort of place most big box stores will sell BSOs or maybe some accessories...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
04-15-24, 07:18 AM
Replies: 31
Views: 984
Posted By veganbikes

No it is the designation from Brooks, they have...

No it is the designation from Brooks, they have the C13, C15, C17 and C19. If my rear was that big I would have problems and I doubt I could use a carbon railed saddle or probably most any saddle at...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
04-15-24, 07:15 AM
Replies: 154
Views: 4,990
Posted By veganbikes

I can and I did because you made it crystal...

I can and I did because you made it crystal clear. Again if you wanted to talk about Trek you would have talked about Trek or in your case posted someone else's video about Trek. You on the other...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
04-14-24, 09:31 PM
Replies: 31
Views: 984
Posted By veganbikes

My carbon railed C13 (technically a 17 in width)...

My carbon railed C13 (technically a 17 in width) has supported my more ample rear for many years and is still going strong. It is installed on a Ritchey Classic post and was done properly with a...
Forum: Electric Bikes
04-14-24, 09:25 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 180
Posted By veganbikes

It is a low initial cost e-moped with a lot of...

It is a low initial cost e-moped with a lot of no-name parts. The wheels are boat anchors and not able to be trued, the brakes are from some unknown company (but at least look to be hydraulic which...
Forum: Singlespeed & Fixed Gear
04-14-24, 07:42 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 3,017
Posted By veganbikes

I stand corrected. Glad you are still here.

I stand corrected. Glad you are still here.
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
04-14-24, 07:39 PM
Replies: 15
Views: 390
Posted By veganbikes

It might be repairable I have never had to do so...

It might be repairable I have never had to do so or been inside one but maybe some tech kid could figure it out with some time and money however if the shifter is a newer shifter you might reach out...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
04-14-24, 07:29 PM
Replies: 154
Views: 4,990
Posted By veganbikes

I do as well, I think most of the posters in this...

I do as well, I think most of the posters in this thread know your intent. You don't post "Why I will never buy a TREK" and your only message is a video about L.A. that says "the greatest fraud" and...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
04-14-24, 07:23 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 163
Posted By veganbikes

The EasyFold is fantastic. Truly an excellent...

The EasyFold is fantastic. Truly an excellent rack most of the folks who had racks at my previous shop all had EasyFolds and they probably would have upgraded to EPOS had our owner not passed and the...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
04-14-24, 07:20 PM
Replies: 35
Views: 901
Posted By veganbikes

I have never seen an aluminum Coda, I know they...

I have never seen an aluminum Coda, I know they did/do a threaded version at one point with Tourney but I have yet to see an aluminum Jamis Coda. They use aluminum parts on it but having worked at a...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
04-14-24, 08:01 AM
Replies: 30
Views: 702
Posted By veganbikes

I would leave the bike as is minus a full tune up...

I would leave the bike as is minus a full tune up to make sure everything is as safe as it can be on a bike like that and then ride it into the ground and dispose of it as it was designed for. During...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
04-14-24, 07:49 AM
Replies: 154
Views: 4,990
Posted By veganbikes

It was. That was the whole idea of the post. It...

It was. That was the whole idea of the post. It is fine, people love to talk L.A. because he will whip up a storm of conversation. This had nothing really to do with Trek or anything it was designed...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
04-14-24, 07:40 AM
Replies: 5
Views: 233
Posted By veganbikes

For 9 speed and below generally everything was...

For 9 speed and below generally everything was compatible (minus a few oddballs like some of the 74xx DA stuff) so you should be fine. It is all indexed. To get friction you would need thumb,...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
04-14-24, 07:38 AM
Replies: 3
Views: 163
Posted By veganbikes

Hollywood is not a rack I would recommend, they...

Hollywood is not a rack I would recommend, they are cheap for a reason. The do tend to rust quickly and aren't as secure as I would like. Probably would hold your bike and better than Allen but not...
Forum: BMX
04-13-24, 08:38 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 995
Posted By veganbikes

It is a zombie thread but this exists and is...

It is a zombie thread but this exists and is pretty neat:
https://www.wethepeoplebmx.de/bikes/swamp-master
Forum: Singlespeed & Fixed Gear
04-13-24, 08:35 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 3,017
Posted By veganbikes

Just FYI this thread is from 2006 so the OP is...

Just FYI this thread is from 2006 so the OP is long gone. However 79pmooney had good advice. You could also reach out to Phil Wood who does make Campag compatible lockings they might know. Also you...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
04-13-24, 08:21 PM
Replies: 35
Views: 901
Posted By veganbikes

Just FYI the Jamis Coda is a steel bike and has...

Just FYI the Jamis Coda is a steel bike and has been a steel bike I think throughout history. The Allegro is the aluminum hybrid they make similar to the Coda.
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