Where do you mount stuff on your bike ...?
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Where do you mount stuff on your bike ...?
... so that it doesn't distract from the C&V aesthetic?
I have a Garmin mount on my stem at the moment, primarily so I can use a (small) Garmin as a head-unit for my totally period-correct Garmin rear radar/light. (I also would like to have a small USB rechargeable headlight for when I go riding in the redwoods).
It doesn't look good. I tried putting it on the handlebars, but it doesn't look much better and gets in my way.
What to do?
What to do?
I have a Garmin mount on my stem at the moment, primarily so I can use a (small) Garmin as a head-unit for my totally period-correct Garmin rear radar/light. (I also would like to have a small USB rechargeable headlight for when I go riding in the redwoods).
It doesn't look good. I tried putting it on the handlebars, but it doesn't look much better and gets in my way.
What to do?
What to do?
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I mount a modern headlight on my handlebars for riding at night, and it's easy enough to take that off before taking pictures or riding the bike someplace where I want to show it of.
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I don't. My phone goes in my jersey pocket and gives me all the info and tracking that I need. My very small lights go in my saddlebag. The rear attaches to my pants and the front quickly goes on and off the handlebar right against the stem, so it is only on the bike at night, when nobody can see it.
If I had to have a big honking Garmin with map display then I'd probably add a handlebar bag with a map window on top to put it in. However, that's really not necessary IMHO unless I'm bike touring far from where I live.
If I had to have a big honking Garmin with map display then I'd probably add a handlebar bag with a map window on top to put it in. However, that's really not necessary IMHO unless I'm bike touring far from where I live.
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Call me old fashioned but I still like to see my speed, time and miles display in the saddle. Even on my C&V bikes. Helps me know when I've hit 30mph on the flats so I can back off
I also tend to be a minimalist when it comes to putting accessories on my speedsters so I stick with a Cateye slimline which is about as unobtrusive as I've found for a cheaper non-GPS unit. As I continue to build more bikes though, I don't see this being a viable approach long term. I'll eventually migrate to a slim GPS unit to share across all the bikes. If there is such a thing.
I also tend to be a minimalist when it comes to putting accessories on my speedsters so I stick with a Cateye slimline which is about as unobtrusive as I've found for a cheaper non-GPS unit. As I continue to build more bikes though, I don't see this being a viable approach long term. I'll eventually migrate to a slim GPS unit to share across all the bikes. If there is such a thing.
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I use a Garmin 500 and the stock mount which attaches with some crappy little elastic bands. It's designed for bigger modern stems so it doesn't sit on a quill stem very well. I usually mount it on the bar right next to the clamp. I've tried it on top of the clamp using the bands in an "x" pattern but the computer tilts forward a little and hard to see.
I've considered trying to mount it on the top tube but the unit is too big to get far enough forward, yours might work though.
I've considered trying to mount it on the top tube but the unit is too big to get far enough forward, yours might work though.
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Detraction from C&V aesthetics? Hmmm, depends on the mood. I get a kick out of technology and the wiz bang out of a smart phone for near zero cost, but only use maybe 25% of my time cycling. Sometimes I attach to the bar or stem with a Nite Izes mount, other times in the pocket or handlebar bag clear map window.
Often don't mount anything, though always have a pair of lights ready and a whistle in my hydration pack. Blinkies on the helmet.
Also enjoy old school gizmo's and or mixed with other. Example is on this Trek 520. O-ring drive and darn accurate. Other side is a homebuilt bracket attaches to any axle skewer and holds a USB chargeable tactical flashlight.
[IMG]DSC_1021 by carrera247, on Flickr[/IMG]
Often don't mount anything, though always have a pair of lights ready and a whistle in my hydration pack. Blinkies on the helmet.
Also enjoy old school gizmo's and or mixed with other. Example is on this Trek 520. O-ring drive and darn accurate. Other side is a homebuilt bracket attaches to any axle skewer and holds a USB chargeable tactical flashlight.
[IMG]DSC_1021 by carrera247, on Flickr[/IMG]
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I use a Garmin 500 and the stock mount which attaches with some crappy little elastic bands. It's designed for bigger modern stems so it doesn't sit on a quill stem very well. I usually mount it on the bar right next to the clamp. I've tried it on top of the clamp using the bands in an "x" pattern but the computer tilts forward a little and hard to see.
I've considered trying to mount it on the top tube but the unit is too big to get far enough forward, yours might work though.
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For the headlamp and multi-bike use without extra mounts, consider the simple set-up depicted above. Rock solid mount, no flimsy plastic bracketry to snap or fuss with in the cold. I love it.
I took an old caliper brake arm and a clamp meeting the body diameter of a 600+ lumen tactical USB charged flashlight. There's various clamps available at any decent hardware store. I prefer the steel brake arm as its more robust than the aluminum and the pittance weight difference doesn't matter. Get a good light that takes the rough elements and water. A decent wider beam is better than distance. Even if I have the lighting capacity, rarely do I seek speeds over 20 mph and very reserved on descents at night.
I took an old caliper brake arm and a clamp meeting the body diameter of a 600+ lumen tactical USB charged flashlight. There's various clamps available at any decent hardware store. I prefer the steel brake arm as its more robust than the aluminum and the pittance weight difference doesn't matter. Get a good light that takes the rough elements and water. A decent wider beam is better than distance. Even if I have the lighting capacity, rarely do I seek speeds over 20 mph and very reserved on descents at night.
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Wait a month if it's not already here. I-watch or some reasonable facsimile should have an app. Or just get a stopwatch with one of those uber cool Terry mounts. Can a Garmin really help us enjoy this more?
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Tools/tube/co2/wallet/phone in a jersey pocket(s). Rainshell in a pocket. Ride.
I leave the computer on my modern bike.
The routes I have been riding don't really require a computer, although cadence has always been a favorite.
Those waterbottle tool carriers look pretty nifty!
I leave the computer on my modern bike.
The routes I have been riding don't really require a computer, although cadence has always been a favorite.
Those waterbottle tool carriers look pretty nifty!
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I'm 53, and only just got a Garmin for the first time a few months ago. I mainly want to be able to put it on any of my road bikes so I can use it as a head unit for my rear light/radar unit. (Otherwise since it is the size of a watch, I could just stick it in a pocket.)
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... so that it doesn't distract from the C&V aesthetic?
I have a Garmin mount on my stem at the moment, primarily so I can use a (small) Garmin as a head-unit for my totally period-correct Garmin rear radar/light. (I also would like to have a small USB rechargeable headlight for when I go riding in the redwoods).
It doesn't look good. I tried putting it on the handlebars, but it doesn't look much better and gets in my way.
What to do?
What to do?
I have a Garmin mount on my stem at the moment, primarily so I can use a (small) Garmin as a head-unit for my totally period-correct Garmin rear radar/light. (I also would like to have a small USB rechargeable headlight for when I go riding in the redwoods).
It doesn't look good. I tried putting it on the handlebars, but it doesn't look much better and gets in my way.
What to do?
What to do?
...probably.
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I'm all fine with the modern-y light.
I'm sure there's modern-y stuff that runs afoul of my nebulous and incomprehensible C&V "Rules."
I'm sure there's modern-y stuff that runs afoul of my nebulous and incomprehensible C&V "Rules."
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I bought a Garmin 200 when they were on sale after the 25 was released. I like that it is small, wireless, and I can move it between all my bikes. I don't see that it detracts from the C&V aesthetic, since I had a Peugeot bike computer back in 1984, when some of my bikes were brand new. It was much larger and had 10 buttons!
https://www.bikeforums.net/classic-vi...-computer.html
Edit: I just went back and looked at the thread above. T-mar posted a pic of some of the first electronic bike computers. A Garmin is an improvement vs. some of those things.
https://www.bikeforums.net/classic-vi...-computer.html
Edit: I just went back and looked at the thread above. T-mar posted a pic of some of the first electronic bike computers. A Garmin is an improvement vs. some of those things.
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On my last build I installed a set of Scott drop in bars... has a whole other set of flats at the bottom of the drops, tons of real estate for mounting.
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99.9% of the time, I have a handlebar bag with more room than I need to carry my kit. I can access it while riding, which is handy for munchables. I often have a map in the clear pocket as well as turn by turn directions, if needed. I sometimes put my phone there as well. If needed, I'll put a cyclometer on my handlebars. I rarely use it, I don't have much need to see how fast I'm going, but if I'm trying to follow directions out in the middle of nowhere or on forestry roads, it's nice to know where you are mileage-wise if I have printed turn by turn directions. When I'm touring, it's nice to know how many miles are left to my destination. I always have a first aid kit, tools, and spare tube. If I want to stop someplace, it comes right off, and I have a strap to sling it over my shoulder. If I'm going into a store, it has my wallet already in it, when I purchase food, it goes right into the bag. If I start getting too warm, I can remove a jacket, sometimes without stopping, and store it away quickly. At stop lights I can quickly add or subtract clothing, change from full finger to half finger gloves or vice versa, all without getting off of my bike. On long rides I carry one of those small USB battery packs to keep my phone charged. It's impossible to completely fill-it seems I can always can put one more thing in it. If it gets cold, I put the elastic strap on the cover over my stem, then I can put my hands on the bar flats and the map pocket deflects the wind.
I've done a couple of week long credit card tours with that setup, plus a medium sized saddle bag, carrying 3 days of clothing both on and off the bike. I can add extra water and food with that setup to last a day.
I've done a couple of week long credit card tours with that setup, plus a medium sized saddle bag, carrying 3 days of clothing both on and off the bike. I can add extra water and food with that setup to last a day.
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Some folks worry about how this c&v gear looks, but I'm more of a function guy.
When it comes to lights, I don't sweat the way it looks.
I've been running twin Magicshine MJ900s on my Yeti.
1200 lumens per light with decent run time make them tough to beat off road and I like their ability to go from my Yeti to the BMC to the Merckx.
I also have a Niterider 750 boost, as well as a Swift 350. Really exceptional lights for the $$$$ and they are so versatile I have even put them on my kayak up at the cabin for after dark walleye adventures.
As for rear lights, I keep a couple Superflashs around. You know, the clip on style. Super handy to switch from bike to bike and my wife and kids clip one on when they go running after dark.
When it comes to lights, I don't sweat the way it looks.
I've been running twin Magicshine MJ900s on my Yeti.
1200 lumens per light with decent run time make them tough to beat off road and I like their ability to go from my Yeti to the BMC to the Merckx.
I also have a Niterider 750 boost, as well as a Swift 350. Really exceptional lights for the $$$$ and they are so versatile I have even put them on my kayak up at the cabin for after dark walleye adventures.
As for rear lights, I keep a couple Superflashs around. You know, the clip on style. Super handy to switch from bike to bike and my wife and kids clip one on when they go running after dark.
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I just use a Garmin Outfront mount for the GPS --- also have some of the auxiliary mounts that are held to the bars with little rubber bands on other bikes, -- I use the same Garmin on everything
Then on my daily driver (or whatever I have designated as a DD that week - LOL) I have a Polar HRM mount that I wrap my wristwatch around --- I just set the Garmin to display speed and heart rate in large letters on the display so I use the watch for time
I use a Camelbak , even on the road, so my phone, tools, headphones, etc - go in that
Much as I like older framesets with modern groups, -- I don't mind mixing old and new when the new works better --- and the simple gps mounts nowadays are less obtrusive to me than conventional computers with wires, zip ties and electrical tape
Then on my daily driver (or whatever I have designated as a DD that week - LOL) I have a Polar HRM mount that I wrap my wristwatch around --- I just set the Garmin to display speed and heart rate in large letters on the display so I use the watch for time
I use a Camelbak , even on the road, so my phone, tools, headphones, etc - go in that
Much as I like older framesets with modern groups, -- I don't mind mixing old and new when the new works better --- and the simple gps mounts nowadays are less obtrusive to me than conventional computers with wires, zip ties and electrical tape
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