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Forum: Touring
01-22-20, 07:49 PM
Replies: 580
Views: 457,859
Posted By cbike

If you bike toured like that I'd like to know. ...

If you bike toured like that I'd like to know.

I don't. From experience there's a overhead checking in and out of AirB&B that makes a one night stay unappealing. If you stay for a few days then...
Forum: Commuting
04-02-19, 10:44 AM
Replies: 26
Views: 2,788
Posted By cbike

He meant serial number. Yeah, it's not a VIN but...

He meant serial number. Yeah, it's not a VIN but I really like to view my bicycle as a vehicle. Same rights, same responsibility as every vehicle on the street (i.e. I hate sidewalks and bike lanes...
Forum: Commuting
04-02-19, 10:41 AM
Replies: 26
Views: 2,788
Posted By cbike

Yes, the registration does ask for the serial...

Yes, the registration does ask for the serial number. But to assume that there would be an active check if the bike was stolen is foolish.
Funny thing is that some new bikes (i.e. the Cannondale I...
Forum: Commuting
04-02-19, 08:50 AM
Replies: 26
Views: 2,788
Posted By cbike

I didn't see the registration sticker when I...

I didn't see the registration sticker when I bought it. But the seller did show me the paper slip (receipt) he got from the bike store where he bought the bike.

So no, when I called the local...
Forum: Commuting
04-02-19, 08:26 AM
Replies: 26
Views: 2,788
Posted By cbike

Bicycle Registration: What a joke!

I purchased a nice used bike for my daughter to ride to school. The bike has already the local bicycle registration sticker.

Registration here is free, which appears awesome. So I registered all...
Forum: Commuting
10-29-18, 12:06 PM
Replies: 24
Views: 17,001
Posted By cbike

Looks like the Nokian Hakkapeliitta W240 700x40C...

Looks like the Nokian Hakkapeliitta W240 700x40C should work without an issue with the fenders. The tire dimension matches quite closely the stock tires.
...
Forum: Commuting
10-06-18, 02:33 PM
Replies: 24
Views: 17,001
Posted By cbike

That is a great idea. My son doesn't have...

That is a great idea.


My son doesn't have any opinion about the bar with. So I leave that for now. If it was me I'd shorten it.

He did request right away the bell. :lol:...
Forum: Commuting
09-26-18, 02:42 PM
Replies: 24
Views: 17,001
Posted By cbike

Apparently the one at REI doesn't work out of the...

Apparently the one at REI doesn't work out of the box with this bike either. Something about the bolts being not the right size. That what the REI bike mechanic told me.
Forum: Commuting
09-26-18, 12:09 PM
Replies: 24
Views: 17,001
Posted By cbike

I've updated the original post and included...

I've updated the original post and included photos. For now the bike is finished. I still need to evaluate if and what studded tires would fit.

The bike looks the way I'd want it but you...
Forum: Commuting
09-20-18, 01:10 PM
Replies: 24
Views: 17,001
Posted By cbike

I can't say. I only sat on the bike once...

I can't say. I only sat on the bike once briefly. The handle bar feels quite a bit wider than on my GT Outpost from 1999.
Forum: Commuting
09-20-18, 09:20 AM
Replies: 51
Views: 5,265
Posted By cbike

You can do it! My kids 11 & 14 have been winter...

You can do it! My kids 11 & 14 have been winter cycling a few years now. I even found a studded 24" tire. :)

My three tips are:

Studded tires. I love the Schwalbe Ice Spikers.
Dress...
Forum: Commuting
09-20-18, 09:08 AM
Replies: 24
Views: 17,001
Posted By cbike

2018 REI CTY 1.1 review and commuter build (in progress)

Kids grow so my son needs a new commuter bicycle for high school. He has a 5 mile ride with a couple of shorter steeper inclines. Mostly neighborhood roads and a couple short sections of multi use...
04-30-18, 08:01 AM
Replies: 24
Views: 12,572
Posted By cbike

I'm way to late to help cazzoo but I can share a...

I'm way to late to help cazzoo but I can share a recent experience with these "anti theft" skewers.

Where I work front wheels tend to disappear. So I replaced the quick release skewers on my...
04-04-18, 07:00 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 3,372
Posted By cbike

FYI: The Lezyne o-ring size is 22mm (inside...

FYI: The Lezyne o-ring size is 22mm (inside diameter) x 28mm (outside diameter) * 3mm (thickness)

Advanced Autoparts sells that O-ring. The item number is 64622.1...
Forum: Commuting
02-08-18, 11:15 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 1,779
Posted By cbike

I don't get the fat tire bike craze. The guy I...

I don't get the fat tire bike craze. The guy I bought my first set of studded tires (schwalbe ice spiker) from switched to a non studded fat tire bike. I just don't see how that's any good for...
Forum: Commuting
02-08-18, 11:07 PM
Replies: 37
Views: 4,188
Posted By cbike

I decided my #1 winter safety device is...

I decided my #1 winter safety device is appropriate (aka warm) clothing. If I'm cold I make bad decisions, because I try to get to warmth as quickly as possible, with isn't good.
Forum: Commuting
10-10-17, 08:12 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 3,838
Posted By cbike

Do you know of a Danish lawyer that works pro...

Do you know of a Danish lawyer that works pro bono? I don't.
Forum: Commuting
10-10-17, 08:11 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 3,838
Posted By cbike

It was sold by Amazon and not a third party...

It was sold by Amazon and not a third party through Amazon. Their answer was:
Forum: Commuting
10-10-17, 01:28 PM
Replies: 67
Views: 5,927
Posted By cbike

I dislike article like that. The only half way...

I dislike article like that. The only half way decent advise is "you don’t have to ride fast".

Ride your bike, wear your cloths, and don't imitate others.
Forum: Commuting
10-10-17, 01:15 PM
Replies: 15
Views: 1,590
Posted By cbike

A case of spending to much money on the lights?...

A case of spending to much money on the lights? :foo:

That would be way to much work for me. The lights are either on the bike or whatever pocket I have available to stuff them in.
Forum: Commuting
10-10-17, 12:56 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 3,838
Posted By cbike

Reelight: The ugly truth

Relight proudly advertises 2 years warranty for their products however this warranty is not given. Seeing that their products don't last long and are non-repairable (shell is glued together so that...
Forum: Commuting
11-10-16, 09:52 AM
Replies: 59
Views: 4,874
Posted By cbike

I always knew I suck with riding bikes. Pushing...

I always knew I suck with riding bikes. Pushing my bicycle past a wall I even need more than 10 cm/4 inches.
Forum: Commuting
11-09-16, 04:48 PM
Replies: 59
Views: 4,874
Posted By cbike

I prefer to live than to be a nice guy. I know...

I prefer to live than to be a nice guy. I know I'm selfish. :)

Because of that I take a decent portion of the right lane for the following reasons:
a) Drivers have to make a conscious decision...
Forum: Commuting
10-03-16, 07:36 AM
Replies: 25
Views: 2,753
Posted By cbike

Yeah, I finished the challenge last week. Quite...

Yeah, I finished the challenge last week. Quite the variety or routes. Some out of the way ones, some gravel road, some rec path that wiggles all across, plenty of narrow roads with no shoulders,...
Forum: Commuting
09-27-16, 04:34 PM
Replies: 25
Views: 2,753
Posted By cbike

It's looking good so far. :ride: ...

It's looking good so far. :ride:


https://pbs.twimg.com/media/CtZOD5AVIAAo1ts.jpg:large
Forum: Commuting
09-27-16, 11:36 AM
Replies: 120
Views: 8,867
Posted By cbike

I don't have any data to backup my opinion but I...

I don't have any data to backup my opinion but I think dawn and dusk are the worst times. The low sun blinds drivers and lights have a hard time to compete with sun. At night with decent lights a...
Forum: Commuting
09-26-16, 03:22 PM
Replies: 120
Views: 8,867
Posted By cbike

I'm sure if you need a fat bike because of snow...

I'm sure if you need a fat bike because of snow your commute will be significantly longer and definitely will need a shower. For now just enjoy the fall commute and don't worry about winter.
Forum: Commuting
09-26-16, 03:07 PM
Replies: 25
Views: 6,065
Posted By cbike

My philosophy on winter riding. Studded tires...

My philosophy on winter riding. Studded tires always. I'm highly allergic to falls with the bicycle. The weather might change and ice might be present on the ride home. Besides I don't mind riding...
Forum: Commuting
09-26-16, 02:54 PM
Replies: 120
Views: 8,867
Posted By cbike

I second that, although I would say "ride...

I second that, although I would say "ride pleasant". Same for winter commuting. The hardest part in winter is not to overheat/sweat while riding.

Winter riding is a lot of fun and not hard at...
Forum: Commuting
09-26-16, 10:00 AM
Replies: 25
Views: 2,753
Posted By cbike

Same here, I optimized my normal commute to be...

Same here, I optimized my normal commute to be short, minimal hills, and away from traffic. But you'd are in an optimal situation to spice up your commute. ;)


It's a challenge, so it's not...
Forum: Commuting
09-26-16, 08:59 AM
Replies: 25
Views: 2,753
Posted By cbike

10 Different Routes Challenge

Without really verifying that it's possible, I pledged to commute by bicycle to work and back using 10 significantly different routes. The ultimate goal is to do this within a week. You are...
02-11-16, 11:55 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 2,114
Posted By cbike

That sucks. I wonder how hard it is to replace...

That sucks. I wonder how hard it is to replace the BB and how easy it is to get the correct one for my bike.
I'd really like to do it myself but am afraid I'll end up buying the incorrect parts.
02-10-16, 09:16 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 2,114
Posted By cbike

I replaced the cassette but not the freehub since...

I replaced the cassette but not the freehub since the freehub is performing wonderful after cleaning it with mineral spirit and oiling it. I'm surprised about that, since I couldn't get to the...
Forum: Commuting
01-22-16, 09:59 AM
Replies: 1,579
Views: 109,140
Posted By cbike

augustgarage (CA) _________________ 9,186.39...

augustgarage (CA) _________________ 9,186.39 (12,039.5 total) [215/215]
f1xedgear (NC) ____________________ 8,300.0 [200] 200-days goal achieved (12/11); any add'l is icin'
Atvar (Italy)...
01-21-16, 11:05 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 2,114
Posted By cbike

Not to long ago 2" was the common "fat" tire. ...

Not to long ago 2" was the common "fat" tire. Got my studded tires used from a guy that was upgrading to a fat tire bike. I'm not sure why, the snow removal isn't that bad here in Ames that 5"...
01-20-16, 11:52 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 2,114
Posted By cbike

Thanks for all the great feedback. I did ride...

Thanks for all the great feedback. I did ride the bike to work and the freehub didn't give me any problems. Of course with 11 degrees Fahrenheit it was 6 degrees warmer than yesterday.

I did go...
01-20-16, 12:00 AM
Replies: 13
Views: 2,114
Posted By cbike

Parts selection help for chainring, cassette and freehub body replacement

I was looking forward to the ride home through the fresh snow we would be getting but on my commute to work this morning the freehub started to slip. At first just occasionally till it finally...
Forum: Commuting
09-02-15, 01:36 PM
Replies: 1,579
Views: 109,140
Posted By cbike

augustgarage (CA) _________________ 6,253.7...

augustgarage (CA) _________________ 6,253.7 (8,537.1 total) [144/144]
scroca (MT) _______________________ 6,038.91
dschue5 (MN) ______________________ 5,530.0 (8,360 total)
buzzbee (CA)...
Forum: Commuting
06-26-15, 01:26 PM
Replies: 1,579
Views: 109,140
Posted By cbike

scroca (MT) _____________________________...

scroca (MT) _____________________________ 4,305.19
augustgarage (CA) _______________________ 3,857.8 (5,554.5 total) [94/94]
bugly64 (CA)_____________________________ 3,091.4
gregf83 (BC)...
Forum: Commuting
05-14-15, 05:08 PM
Replies: 1,579
Views: 109,140
Posted By cbike

augustgarage (CA) _______________________ 3,082.2...

augustgarage (CA) _______________________ 3,082.2 (4,521.4 total) [75/75]
scroca (MT) _____________________________ 3,067.01
buzzbee (CA) ____________________________ 2,556.0
gregf83 (BC)...
Forum: Touring
03-31-15, 10:13 PM
Replies: 55
Views: 7,881
Posted By cbike

Great, good luck with the lottery. I just...

Great, good luck with the lottery.

I just heard that this year there will be a new optional gravel loop. But then if someone really wants gravel they'd sign up for the Trans Iowa...
Forum: Touring
03-27-15, 03:34 PM
Replies: 55
Views: 7,881
Posted By cbike

That's the party town. Wouldn't it be better to...

That's the party town. Wouldn't it be better to ride to the first town of next day? They'll have breakfast and only few cyclist stop will stop. Either way, the official overnight town provides the...
Forum: Touring
03-27-15, 03:30 PM
Replies: 55
Views: 7,881
Posted By cbike

If you like biking and crowds then do it. If you...

If you like biking and crowds then do it. If you like solitude then stay away. Since you're giving it serious thought you should go otherwise you'll just regret not trying it.

After you've done...
Forum: Commuting
03-27-15, 08:59 AM
Replies: 59
Views: 3,843
Posted By cbike

Yep, the local buses drive on the bike lane to...

Yep, the local buses drive on the bike lane to avoid hitting cyclists when turning right. It's mandated that the driver do so. If traffic backs up that means these buses block the bike lane for no...
Forum: Commuting
03-26-15, 09:00 AM
Replies: 1,579
Views: 109,140
Posted By cbike

scroca (MT) _____________________ 1,911.12 ...

scroca (MT) _____________________ 1,911.12
gregf83 (BC)______________________ 1535 [38/47] (2040 total)
bconneraz (CA) ___________________ 1442.4
augustgarage (CA) ________________ 1437.8 (2298.6...
Forum: Commuting
03-04-15, 08:19 AM
Replies: 1,579
Views: 109,140
Posted By cbike

augustgarage (CA) ________________ 1437.8 (2298.6...

augustgarage (CA) ________________ 1437.8 (2298.6 total)
scroca (MT) ______________________ 1283.4
buzzbee (CA)______________________ 1255
gregf83 (BC)______________________ 1210 [30/37] (1593...
Forum: Commuting
02-16-15, 08:54 AM
Replies: 3,374
Views: 191,446
Posted By cbike

Man that's a horrid bike lane even without the...

Man that's a horrid bike lane even without the sign in the way.

While visiting and cycling around Indianapolis I encountered a similar and typical engineering feat. BTW, I wanted to go straight...
Forum: Commuting
02-13-15, 11:25 PM
Replies: 1,579
Views: 109,140
Posted By cbike

scroca (MT) _______________________ 890.64 ...

scroca (MT) _______________________ 890.64
augustgarage (CA) _________________ 745.1 [17/17] (956.9 total)
gregf83 (BC)_______________________ 738 [18/24] (913 total)
bconneraz (CA)...
Forum: Folding Bikes
09-28-14, 07:25 PM
Replies: 22
Views: 2,485
Posted By cbike

Not sure what you're really asking. I normally...

Not sure what you're really asking. I normally use a regular bike for commuting. It's much cheaper and the larger wheels take pot holes and curbs better. I also don't have to worry to much about...
Forum: Folding Bikes
09-24-14, 09:32 PM
Replies: 78
Views: 17,827
Posted By cbike

You may have made your decision already but...

You may have made your decision already but riding distance with the Brompton fully loaded is no issue. I use it primarily for airplane trips where I go bike camping. The case and extra stuff are...
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