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Forum: Folding Bikes
07-17-22, 06:58 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 698
Posted By pinholecam

Been there (sort of), done that and also see...

Been there (sort of), done that and also see quite a bit of such.

I have used 18", 406, 451 bikes and I do ride them with my regular road riding friends.
I have also seen another guy attempt to...
Forum: Folding Bikes
07-16-22, 05:17 AM
Replies: 9
Views: 698
Posted By Schwinnsta

Follow this advice, and you will only end up with...

Follow this advice, and you will only end up with a lighter Brompton. You still won't be as fast as you would on a road bike.
Forum: Folding Bikes
07-14-22, 02:23 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 698
Posted By 2_i

I'd say the best method would be to buy a race...

I'd say the best method would be to buy a race bike.
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
06-08-22, 09:36 AM
Replies: 391
Views: 12,347
Posted By tomato coupe

Of coarse. But, its not our roll to site every...

Of coarse. But, its not our roll to site every grammatical error, weather its intentional or knot.
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
06-08-22, 09:04 AM
Replies: 391
Views: 12,347
Posted By tomato coupe

Can we just put a steak in the heart of this...

Can we just put a steak in the heart of this grammar controversy, and move on?
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
06-07-22, 12:52 PM
Replies: 391
Views: 12,347
Posted By Reflector Guy

Why? You don't actually have to replace your old...

Why? You don't actually have to replace your old bikes just because the cool kids have all moved on to discs.
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
06-07-22, 11:18 AM
Replies: 88
Views: 3,321
Posted By livedarklions

Alas, one can be both.

Alas, one can be both.
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
06-07-22, 08:30 AM
Replies: 88
Views: 3,321
Posted By genejockey

Jesus, Dude! You can get a seatpost the right...

Jesus, Dude! You can get a seatpost the right length for under $30! Get an actual seatpost, fer chrissakes!

EDIT: It doesn't matter how long the seapost is overall if there's not enough of it...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
06-07-22, 06:03 AM
Replies: 88
Views: 3,321
Posted By beng1

If you look up the tensile and shear strength of...

If you look up the tensile and shear strength of steel vs. aluminum you would be more sure that steel is a better choice, especially when you add the fact that steel can bend like a spring an almost...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
06-06-22, 10:22 PM
Replies: 88
Views: 3,321
Posted By Outrider1

Can you post a picture of you on the 47 so we can...

Can you post a picture of you on the 47 so we can see how much seat post we're talking about?
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
06-06-22, 08:16 PM
Replies: 88
Views: 3,321
Posted By phughes

Why did I click? Why did I click? :crash:

Why did I click? Why did I click? :crash:
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
06-06-22, 07:47 AM
Replies: 30
Views: 1,006
Posted By livedarklions

Speaking of brakes, I'm pretty sure I would not...

Speaking of brakes, I'm pretty sure I would not enjoy riding one of those downhill.
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
06-02-22, 05:02 PM
Replies: 30
Views: 1,006
Posted By Pratt

And, judging by your avatar, you know recumbents!

And, judging by your avatar, you know recumbents!
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
02-15-22, 11:03 AM
Replies: 43
Views: 1,779
Posted By Koyote

If you need that in order to ride the bike...

If you need that in order to ride the bike comfortably...You just need a different bike.
Forum: Road Cycling
02-08-22, 10:16 AM
Replies: 74
Views: 2,350
Posted By Mojo31

As if the smell of ambient bum piss and poop in...

As if the smell of ambient bum piss and poop in that city is not enough to gross you out.
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
02-08-22, 09:30 AM
Replies: 56
Views: 2,873
Posted By _ForceD_

Move over carbon fiber

Michelle Shen
USA TODAY

MIT researchers have developed a new material that’s as strong as steel but as light as plastic.

It can be easily manufactured in large quantities, and the use cases...
Forum: Road Cycling
02-07-22, 04:35 PM
Replies: 74
Views: 2,350
Posted By woodcraft

But then, 'house', 'outside hose', and 'self...

But then, 'house', 'outside hose', and 'self serve car wash' likely don't apply to NYC apartment life...
Forum: Road Cycling
02-07-22, 02:24 PM
Replies: 74
Views: 2,350
Posted By prj71

Stop at the car wash with it and use the sprayer...

Stop at the car wash with it and use the sprayer in the self wash bay.
Forum: Road Cycling
02-07-22, 10:27 AM
Replies: 74
Views: 2,350
Posted By woodcraft

One BF member has/had a hook in the shower for...

One BF member has/had a hook in the shower for that purpose.
Forum: Road Cycling
02-07-22, 08:39 AM
Replies: 74
Views: 2,350
Posted By CAT7RDR

Rarely would I use a hose sprayer on my bikes. I...

Rarely would I use a hose sprayer on my bikes. I wipe them down with baby wipes.
Forum: Advocacy & Safety
02-06-22, 05:18 PM
Replies: 226
Views: 11,546
Posted By SalsaShark

Just use the other lane and pass them....seems...

Just use the other lane and pass them....seems easy enough, no?
Forum: Touring
01-29-22, 01:38 PM
Replies: 14
Views: 1,817
Posted By headwind15

I am a 61 yr old polite seasoned bike tourist...

I am a 61 yr old polite seasoned bike tourist from Arizona the USA. I plan to camp tour, using a pocket shower to maintain my hygiene. (I prefer to not cross the line between man and bum.) ...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
01-29-22, 11:51 AM
Replies: 17
Views: 939
Posted By Andrew R Stewart

I have often wished that a designer (or maybe the...

I have often wished that a designer (or maybe the bean counter that approves the designer's projects) would be required to work on what they make/sell. And not only in the comfort of a warm and dry...
Forum: Road Cycling
01-28-22, 04:10 PM
Replies: 220
Views: 16,600
Posted By msu2001la

It's in Chicago. It's called "Specialized". It's...

It's in Chicago. It's called "Specialized". It's very nice, in a posh area with high end retail and fancy restaurants. They have a lounge area and cool video wall display showing clips of bike racing...
Forum: Touring
01-27-22, 07:28 AM
Replies: 77
Views: 6,511
Posted By Germany_chris

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https://cimg9.ibsrv.net/gimg/bikeforums.net-vbulletin/2000x1504/36a13174_514f_4c9f_9a1e_405eecf413e3_51a6693f6319dd6adca0b79040262e73ba686173.jpeg

Cross Check
700x44, rim brake, racks
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
01-21-22, 08:13 AM
Replies: 68
Views: 4,078
Posted By livedarklions

Maybe I'm missing something because I ride...

Maybe I'm missing something because I ride platforms exclusively, but since getting off the saddle is just a matter of standing as you hit the brakes, when is that not practical or safe? I do this...
Forum: Road Cycling
01-20-22, 11:02 PM
Replies: 220
Views: 16,600
Posted By ofajen

Not in my low end, vintage SS world, but you do...

Not in my low end, vintage SS world, but you do have my sympathies. 😊

Otto
Forum: Framebuilders
01-20-22, 09:13 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 1,085
Posted By Andrew R Stewart

Use the seat post as a go/no go gage as you creep...

Use the seat post as a go/no go gage as you creep up on the final size. But my view is to remove only as much material as needed to best fit the post, not to result in a specific dimension. Andy
Forum: Touring
01-20-22, 02:28 PM
Replies: 77
Views: 6,511
Posted By indyfabz

Used Surly LHT. (The LHT went strictly disc a few...

Used Surly LHT. (The LHT went strictly disc a few years ago.) I commute and tour fully loaded, both on and off road, on one since 2008. IIRC, i can handle 44c tires with fenders. As the now-worn...
Forum: Touring
01-20-22, 12:39 PM
Replies: 77
Views: 6,511
Posted By andrewclaus

Straight bars okay? 26" wheels okay? If so,...

Straight bars okay? 26" wheels okay? If so, repurpose an older non-suspension MTB.
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
01-18-22, 10:07 PM
Replies: 254
Views: 13,963
Posted By rsbob

Rough trails and constant bumps but you are out...

Rough trails and constant bumps but you are out in nature. Smooth surfaces and good speed, but there are idiots in vehicles. There are always trade offs. Just depends which ones bother you or are...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
01-18-22, 06:20 AM
Replies: 68
Views: 4,078
Posted By shelbyfv

Your correct saddle height is related to pedal...

Your correct saddle height is related to pedal distance, not the ground.
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
01-17-22, 08:57 PM
Replies: 68
Views: 4,078
Posted By 70sSanO

If you can touch the ground while sitting on your...

If you can touch the ground while sitting on your saddle, it is probably too low.

John
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
01-16-22, 05:01 PM
Replies: 58
Views: 2,700
Posted By Trsnrtr

Don't you need to carry two spare wheels? :foo:

Don't you need to carry two spare wheels? :foo:
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
01-16-22, 03:32 PM
Replies: 58
Views: 2,700
Posted By wolfchild

I prefer to carry a spare tube, pump and tire...

I prefer to carry a spare tube, pump and tire levers.
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
01-16-22, 08:39 AM
Replies: 58
Views: 2,700
Posted By shelbyfv

Flats pose a challenge for some. This is...

Flats pose a challenge for some. This is apparently a way to get it to the shop for expert repair.
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
01-16-22, 08:33 AM
Replies: 58
Views: 2,700
Posted By tkamd73

I get the spare wheel, but not the hamburger and...

I get the spare wheel, but not the hamburger and fries, you can’t ride a bicycle through the drive through where I live. Hamburger and fries will give you a spare tire though, that’s what I thought...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
01-16-22, 07:54 AM
Replies: 58
Views: 2,700
Posted By Homebrew01

Strange logic. I always thought NOT knowing was...

Strange logic. I always thought NOT knowing was the reason to ask questions.
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
01-16-22, 03:51 AM
Replies: 58
Views: 2,700
Posted By OldTryGuy

IMO, a CRAPPY ANSWER :foo:

IMO, a CRAPPY ANSWER :foo:
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
01-16-22, 03:06 AM
Replies: 58
Views: 2,700
Posted By MarcusT

You sound like a passive aggressive spouse

You sound like a passive aggressive spouse
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
01-15-22, 06:55 PM
Replies: 254
Views: 13,963
Posted By mcours2006

It's the middle of January, what else would...

It's the middle of January, what else would BF'ers be doing by splitting hairs.:D
Forum: Road Cycling
01-14-22, 03:13 PM
Replies: 220
Views: 16,600
Posted By Koyote

I agree, but the poster hasn't complained about...

I agree, but the poster hasn't complained about the quality of the work - only about the price. And complaining about price AFTER the work is done, when you could've/should've/might've asked about...
Forum: Commuting
01-13-22, 10:35 PM
Replies: 39
Views: 2,689
Posted By cyccommute

Metals are conductive…all of them. 95 of the 118...

Metals are conductive…all of them. 95 of the 118 elements are metals that will conduct electricity. There are also 8 metaloids which can conduct electricity (kinda). Carbon is kind of weird in that...
Forum: Commuting
01-13-22, 06:38 PM
Replies: 39
Views: 2,689
Posted By Eric F

Grammar police alert... Lightening is making...

Grammar police alert...

Lightening is making something weigh less.
Lightning is the stuff that zaps you.

Sorry.
Forum: Road Cycling
01-13-22, 07:55 AM
Replies: 220
Views: 16,600
Posted By Hiro11

Random, wildly uninformed opinions about the bike...

Random, wildly uninformed opinions about the bike industry in 2022/2023. Long story short: I think 2023 is going to be the time to buy bikes. Tons of stuff is aligning.

1. Tons of people...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
01-12-22, 07:59 AM
Replies: 254
Views: 13,963
Posted By indyfabz

Frankly, I find it highly suspect that someone...

Frankly, I find it highly suspect that someone with MTB and road riding experience would legitimately not understand the "fascination" some have with gravel riding. I mean, just look at how many...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
01-12-22, 05:34 AM
Replies: 254
Views: 13,963
Posted By seypat

Still waiting for Caliche riding to become a...

Still waiting for Caliche riding to become a thing. We're going to need a whole new category of bike for that.
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
01-11-22, 08:34 AM
Replies: 254
Views: 13,963
Posted By prj71

Too many people driving and texting. It's nice...

Too many people driving and texting. It's nice to get off road away from all of that.
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
01-11-22, 12:33 AM
Replies: 254
Views: 13,963
Posted By base2

Because car drivers murder vulnerable road users...

Because car drivers murder vulnerable road users & no prosecutor or cop is even slightly interested in calling BS on simple lies like "I didn't see him," or, "He came out of nowhere."

Simply put:...
Forum: Commuting
01-10-22, 05:43 PM
Replies: 39
Views: 2,689
Posted By Bassmanbob

Stranded at Work

I changed into my cycling gear, turned on my Garmin and walked out the door... CRASH! A thunderstorm started right as I was leaving.

I bicycle commute twice a week to work, three times if I can,...
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