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Forum: Electric Bikes
03-22-23, 11:58 AM
Replies: 11
Views: 1,119
Posted By gpburdell

Seems it'd be even worse - a horse with rider...

Seems it'd be even worse - a horse with rider would puts down a lot of PSI on each hoof, so they'd presumably disturb the trail surface a lot more than a hiker, particularly when wet.

Plus very...
Forum: Road Cycling
03-22-23, 11:44 AM
Replies: 9
Views: 491
Posted By gpburdell

Worth noting that 4iiii has a couple different...

Worth noting that 4iiii has a couple different models, and one of the improvements with the newer Precision3 is substantially improved battery life, thus the wide variance in above posts.

AMoney...
Forum: Electric Bikes
03-22-23, 11:21 AM
Replies: 12
Views: 996
Posted By gpburdell

Sure, provided the bike can supply appropriate...

Sure, provided the bike can supply appropriate power to the device and you can find a suitable mounting location that the signal can get out (i.e. not surrounded by metal). Might want to consider...
Forum: Electronics, Lighting, & Gadgets
09-20-22, 08:19 AM
Replies: 4
Views: 7,227
Posted By gpburdell

Lezyne has a variety of ebike compatible lights...

Lezyne has a variety of ebike compatible lights and I believe also has a compatibility chart of which models work with which ebike motor brands.

I'd suggest checking with them for recommendations
Forum: Advocacy & Safety
09-08-22, 12:43 PM
Replies: 35
Views: 2,350
Posted By gpburdell

It appears the stroller in question is 29lb...

It appears the stroller in question is 29lb empty, and rated for a toddler up to 55lb. link (https://uppababy.com/ridge/)

I'd agree that a 120-130lb woman jogging downhill with a 50-80lb of...
Forum: Advocacy & Safety
09-07-22, 10:40 AM
Replies: 18
Views: 1,195
Posted By gpburdell

My apologies for not being clear that the photo...

My apologies for not being clear that the photo is not my bike, for convenience I grabbed it from a google image search. Source was an ebike forum though, so the + / - buttons control the motor...
Forum: Advocacy & Safety
09-07-22, 08:00 AM
Replies: 18
Views: 1,195
Posted By gpburdell

Consider mounting the mirror inward. Field of...

Consider mounting the mirror inward. Field of view isn't quite as good as outward mounting, but it can work well once adjusted properly.
...
Forum: Advocacy & Safety
09-06-22, 08:47 AM
Replies: 35
Views: 2,350
Posted By gpburdell

Recall mentions non-occupant children getting...

Recall mentions non-occupant children getting injured - which I could see happening say walking on a park path with kids walking alongside the stroller. i.e. slightly older siblings or friend's...
Forum: Electric Bikes
08-31-22, 02:24 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 876
Posted By gpburdell

You appear to sell ebikes in California given...

You appear to sell ebikes in California given your username is the same as a shop name.

If you truly don't know the answer to the question, that's a red flag for anyone considering your bikes.......
Forum: Electronics, Lighting, & Gadgets
08-24-22, 08:42 AM
Replies: 11
Views: 1,197
Posted By gpburdell

Presumably if the device properly broadcasts the...

Presumably if the device properly broadcasts the ANT+ Radar Device profile (https://www.thisisant.com/developer/resources/tech-bulletin/ant-radar-device-profile-released), then any computer which can...
Forum: Electronics, Lighting, & Gadgets
08-24-22, 06:41 AM
Replies: 11
Views: 1,197
Posted By gpburdell

Product page...

Product page (https://magenefitness.com/product_l508.html) lists compatible bike computers as Garmin 130, 130P, 520, 520P, 530, 820, 830, 1000, 1030, 1030P and Wahoo Bolt & Roam

The reality of how...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
08-24-22, 05:25 AM
Replies: 117
Views: 3,690
Posted By gpburdell

I had a similar experience moving to SPD clipless...

I had a similar experience moving to SPD clipless when I got my roadbike. I found I also felt more "secure" when standing up climbing a hill.

Not sure what style your trek is, but for my hybrid...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
08-23-22, 09:13 AM
Replies: 39
Views: 2,063
Posted By gpburdell

If you really need Chamois Cream, you'll know...

If you really need Chamois Cream, you'll know where to apply it. :p
Forum: Electronics, Lighting, & Gadgets
08-19-22, 07:09 PM
Replies: 35
Views: 1,466
Posted By gpburdell

OP’s question was already thoroughly answered and...

OP’s question was already thoroughly answered and the discussion was off on tangents.

If someone were to be confused by my comment, well…

Rest assured that I’ll give your guidance just as...
Forum: Electronics, Lighting, & Gadgets
08-19-22, 12:06 PM
Replies: 35
Views: 1,466
Posted By gpburdell

To be clear, I didn't mean anything as a...

To be clear, I didn't mean anything as a "correction" - just an added tidbit of information that doesn't really matter in the grand scheme of things. :)
Forum: Electronics, Lighting, & Gadgets
08-19-22, 11:20 AM
Replies: 35
Views: 1,466
Posted By gpburdell

FWIW, the GPS satellites also broadcast the...

FWIW, the GPS satellites also broadcast the ephemeris - the orbit info for the satellites - which the GPS receiver needs in order to calculate its location. Typically today connected devices will...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
08-17-22, 11:55 AM
Replies: 17
Views: 874
Posted By gpburdell

Agreed. The display came out with the original...

Agreed. The display came out with the original Rearview Radar back in 2015 I believe. I doubt they were selling many in recent years.
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
08-17-22, 06:55 AM
Replies: 17
Views: 874
Posted By gpburdell

Unfortunately it appears that Garmin has...

Unfortunately it appears that Garmin has discontinued the Varia Radar Display Unit.
Forum: Advocacy & Safety
08-12-22, 06:45 AM
Replies: 29
Views: 2,342
Posted By gpburdell

IMHO typical flashing bicycle headlight doesn't...

IMHO typical flashing bicycle headlight doesn't seem likely to induce a seizure. No more so than any of the flashing or strobe lights used on myriad vehicles - police/fire/ambulance/tow/roadcrew/etc....
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
08-08-22, 11:48 AM
Replies: 27
Views: 3,297
Posted By gpburdell

You're welcome. FYI, there's a chance the...

You're welcome.

FYI, there's a chance the wheel locks may come keyed differently from the hitch bar lock -- although 1UP says they cannot accommodate later orders matching key numbers, there's a...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
08-08-22, 09:09 AM
Replies: 27
Views: 3,297
Posted By gpburdell

#2 - if you wish to make absolutely sure, either...

#2 - if you wish to make absolutely sure, either use a couple of 1UP Wheel Locks (https://www.1up-usa.com/product/wheel-locks-qtr-turn/) or a velcro cinch strap...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
08-03-22, 05:36 AM
Replies: 27
Views: 3,297
Posted By gpburdell

It works very well - I have the 1.25-2" QuickRack...

It works very well - I have the 1.25-2" QuickRack single and switch it between two vehicles, one with a 1.25" receiver and the other with a 2" receiver. I use an AddOn for the times I carry two...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
08-03-22, 05:30 AM
Replies: 27
Views: 3,297
Posted By gpburdell

Technically true, yet irrelevant to the question...

Technically true, yet irrelevant to the question asked.

With a single bike rack such as those cited, you're nowhere near the typical 350lb tongue weight rating for a 1.25" rack and the additional...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
08-02-22, 01:57 PM
Replies: 27
Views: 3,297
Posted By gpburdell

People seem to be missing the part where the 1.25...

People seem to be missing the part where the 1.25 - 2" Quick Rack comes with it's own 2" adapter that allows it to be used in either size receiver.

...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
06-08-22, 07:26 AM
Replies: 41
Views: 3,437
Posted By gpburdell

Thus my caution about whether or not you already...

Thus my caution about whether or not you already have other Ryobi battery powered tools. If that pump would be your _only_ Ryobi battery tool it'd be pretty expensive and there are likely other more...
Forum: Electronics, Lighting, & Gadgets
05-11-22, 01:58 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 1,801
Posted By gpburdell

Interesting. When I try that with my RTL515 it...

Interesting. When I try that with my RTL515 it turns it off after the LED showing blue-steady for a moment.

From Off, it takes about three "one-thousands" to enter pairing mode, as indicated by...
Forum: Advocacy & Safety
05-10-22, 11:01 AM
Replies: 90
Views: 4,619
Posted By gpburdell

So the issue is the bright lights are poorly...

So the issue is the bright lights are poorly aimed rather than that they're flashing?

Though with you choosing to place your eyes at the same level as most people's lights, you are somewhat...
Forum: Electronics, Lighting, & Gadgets
05-07-22, 07:06 AM
Replies: 19
Views: 882
Posted By gpburdell

This is how it is supposed to work, and is also...

This is how it is supposed to work, and is also how it works with my FR235 and Edge 830.

If the OP is seeing different behavior, something is not working properly.
Forum: Electronics, Lighting, & Gadgets
05-06-22, 06:26 AM
Replies: 19
Views: 882
Posted By gpburdell

ANT+ is a broadcast protocol. The HRM - whether...

ANT+ is a broadcast protocol. The HRM - whether using your forerunner or a chest strap - broadcasts and the Edge listens for the broadcast data from the sensors it's been told to listen to (i.e....
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
05-05-22, 06:40 AM
Replies: 41
Views: 3,437
Posted By gpburdell

I use this Ryobi model, it works well. Pull the...

I use this Ryobi model, it works well. Pull the trigger until the pressure is just above your target.

I already had other Ryobi tools using same battery. If you don't, then it might be a little...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
05-04-22, 05:37 AM
Replies: 20
Views: 949
Posted By gpburdell

On a metal framed bike, I'd test how well the...

On a metal framed bike, I'd test how well the device transmits though the metal before fully reassembling. Seems to work fairly well through carbon fiber.

Piece of paper is good - also consider...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
05-03-22, 02:21 PM
Replies: 20
Views: 949
Posted By gpburdell

Correct. I had fun writing post #11...

Correct.



I had fun writing post #11 (https://www.bikeforums.net/22493748-post11.html) and intended it as I said.

As for spending a lot of effort defending "it" - I'm not really clear on...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
05-03-22, 01:31 PM
Replies: 20
Views: 949
Posted By gpburdell

The cost of the AirTag is spent whether or not a...

The cost of the AirTag is spent whether or not a theft occurs. The lower the chance of theft, then the lower the risk-weighted value of recovering the bicycle. In your example you assumed a 100%...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
05-03-22, 12:41 PM
Replies: 20
Views: 949
Posted By gpburdell

You forgot to factor in the probability of theft...

You forgot to factor in the probability of theft as well as the distribution of that theft probability between pro and joyrider - since that differentiator relates to the actual probability of...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
05-03-22, 07:54 AM
Replies: 20
Views: 949
Posted By gpburdell

Doesn't that depend on folks to have the...

Doesn't that depend on folks to have the Milwaukee OneKey app on their phones similar to how Tile works with phones with the Tile app on them?
...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
05-03-22, 05:46 AM
Replies: 20
Views: 949
Posted By gpburdell

Sure - and those devices still exist - and...

Sure - and those devices still exist - and they're connected to the vehicle's power because GPS + cellular needs a bunch of power. Battery operated versions exist - plenty on Amazon for not much $$$...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
04-29-22, 09:45 AM
Replies: 96
Views: 4,261
Posted By gpburdell

I split time between a metro suburb and a...

I split time between a metro suburb and a somewhat rural area. Oddly enough it's seemed that contactless payments were adopted faster in the rural area, perhaps because so many of the places are...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
04-29-22, 08:12 AM
Replies: 96
Views: 4,261
Posted By gpburdell

I'm able to do most credit card transactions via...

I'm able to do most credit card transactions via ApplePay on my watch. So it's sort of a non-implanted chip. :)

Some merchants *still* don't take contactless payments unfortunately (Home Depot).
...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
04-28-22, 12:17 PM
Replies: 96
Views: 4,261
Posted By gpburdell

ah yes, the underground economy of unreported...

ah yes, the underground economy of unreported income... :D
Forum: Advocacy & Safety
04-28-22, 11:42 AM
Replies: 88
Views: 5,108
Posted By gpburdell

Yes, the third link in my post shows the GA law...

Yes, the third link in my post shows the GA law regarding sidewalk riding. I'd been replying to work4bike 's comment about Florida cyclists not being considered a vehicle if operating on the...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
04-28-22, 10:36 AM
Replies: 75
Views: 3,899
Posted By gpburdell

Not sure what you're looking for here? You missed...

Not sure what you're looking for here? You missed the opportunity to set things straight with the BF by not inspecting the stuff on its return. Later on when you discovered the damage, she made a...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
04-28-22, 07:01 AM
Replies: 96
Views: 4,261
Posted By gpburdell

Hmmm. wonder if they'll also have a version to...

Hmmm. wonder if they'll also have a version to implant in your forehead?
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
04-27-22, 05:34 PM
Replies: 96
Views: 4,261
Posted By gpburdell

That's different than there being no other...

That's different than there being no other practical way to deposit money into your brokerage account...

Do remember that your name, ACH routing number and account number is sitting on the front...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
04-27-22, 05:31 PM
Replies: 96
Views: 4,261
Posted By gpburdell

With credit cards, the merchant is typically not...

With credit cards, the merchant is typically not liable for fraud provided they follow their processor's rules (such as chip cards inserted vs swiped). That's because the processing network has...
Forum: Advocacy & Safety
04-27-22, 05:13 PM
Replies: 226
Views: 13,870
Posted By gpburdell

The location is the traffic light at Biscayne and...

The location is the traffic light at Biscayne and Peachtree, facing northbound. I've been through there many times, same for the various other roads.

Northside drive is one lane each direction...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
04-27-22, 01:54 PM
Replies: 96
Views: 4,261
Posted By gpburdell

FYI Fidelity allows linking your checking account...

FYI Fidelity allows linking your checking account (https://www.fidelity.com/customer-service/deposit-money) for EFT in/out, or if you're not comfortable with that you can make deposits into your...
Forum: Advocacy & Safety
04-27-22, 07:27 AM
Replies: 226
Views: 13,870
Posted By gpburdell

As discussed earlier, they're northbound on a...

As discussed earlier, they're northbound on a five+ lane road with plenty of opportunity for cars to get by them.

Here's their location: https://www.google.com/maps/@33.8146451,-84.3920584,18.13z...
Forum: Electronics, Lighting, & Gadgets
04-26-22, 01:32 PM
Replies: 1
Views: 556
Posted By gpburdell

Bontrager ION 200 RT has a night-flash mode that...

Bontrager ION 200 RT has a night-flash mode that sounds kind of similar; it doesn't go dark as part of the flash cycle like the day flash does.

This mode isn't enough to light your way though -...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
04-25-22, 07:57 AM
Replies: 18
Views: 1,753
Posted By gpburdell

2" heli tape (aka paint protection film).

2" heli tape (aka paint protection film).
Forum: Electronics, Lighting, & Gadgets
04-25-22, 05:40 AM
Replies: 67
Views: 3,567
Posted By gpburdell

Not sure which products you're looking at, but...

Not sure which products you're looking at, but micro-B is till very much the predominant charging port among the cycling and non-cycling products I've seen, though some top-of-the-line headphones and...
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