|
Originally Posted by TimothyH
(Post 19132353)
That is the newer pepper gel. The gel has much less wind blow back than the older style spray and it will easily stop a dog. Dogs are a problem in rural Georgia the reason why I carry. This product works extremely well.
The one pictured is the tactical canister capable of spraying 18 feet which I carry when I ride solo. When I ride with a group I carry the smaller runners canister capable of spraying 12 feet.The straps and holsters go in the garbage and the canisters go in my right side jersey pocket. Some of my jerseys have a fourth side pocket for gels and that is a super convenient place. By the way, it is very good to see your screen name and avatar again. I hope you are well, at peace and enjoying your Element. Pray for me. -Tim- Thanks for the link. I've only had ONE close encounter with a dog, but it was alarming and it would probably be a good idea to have something like this handy. I'm back riding after the broken arm and then a move across town which had me semi-sedentary for a few months. Got a few pounds to lose, but the bike will help take care of that! STP |
1 Attachment(s)
Got me some Boyd 44mm disc brake carbon wheels!
|
Originally Posted by Porschefan
(Post 19134418)
Hi Tim,
Thanks for the link. I've only had ONE close encounter with a dog, but it was alarming and it would probably be a good idea to have something like this handy. I'm back riding after the broken arm and then a move across town which had me semi-sedentary for a few months. Got a few pounds to lose, but the bike will help take care of that! STP -Tim- |
Not road related.
A set of Rockshox Recon TK Air 100 forks for the mtn bike. Next will be a new wheel set for the dirt beast. |
Originally Posted by Defyme
(Post 19134502)
Got me some Boyd 44mm disc brake carbon wheels!
|
Zipp 30 course wheels and Vittorio Corsa Graphene 25 mm tires
|
got me a set of boyd 44s
http://i.imgur.com/BKrYv1Fl.jpg |
Originally Posted by jhglaw
(Post 19135017)
Zipp 30 course wheels and Vittorio Corsa Graphene 25 mm tires
|
Finally found a pair of shoes that actually fit my gunboats (and can take speedplay cleats without an adapter).
https://scontent-iad3-1.cdninstagram...56199680_n.jpg |
The plastic webbing that holds my helmet broke in two places, found this on clearance. $35
https://images-na.ssl-images-amazon....HL._SX355_.jpg |
Originally Posted by Chandne
(Post 19132406)
Due to a bit of an internet snafu where I lost all connectivity, I ended up buying an apparently "very lightly used" BMC SLR01 frame set on eBay. It seems to be a 2014. Now that I have connectivity, I can at least post about it. I can't build it up just yet due to a lack of available funds, but I'll prob end up going with a Shimano mech group and DA wheelset. I just need to keep a close eye on takeoffs or sales. I suppose I should just hide it in the basement where she hardly treads. Once I build it up, I'll sell the old 2001/2002 Roubaix that sits on the trainer and nobody will be the wiser. Don't judge....just be happy for me. ;) I'm getting ready to start the process of adopting a child so my buying days will soon be over.
Adding a pic: http://i398.photobucket.com/albums/p...ps076aknzr.jpg |
Originally Posted by John00
(Post 19137927)
The plastic webbing that holds my helmet broke in two places, found this on clearance. $35
https://images-na.ssl-images-amazon....HL._SX355_.jpg |
|
http://www.rudyprojectusa.com/images...61092_full.jpg
Transition lenses for my pre-dawn rides. |
http://blog-imgs-52.fc2.com/s/p/e/sp...20120627-3.jpg
Tacx Brake Block Tuner http://www.wheelpro.co.uk/support/te...n_park_ztr.jpg Park Tools Spoke Tension Meter |
Originally Posted by KLiNCK
(Post 19139800)
http://blog-imgs-52.fc2.com/s/p/e/sp...20120627-3.jpg
Tacx Brake Block Tuner |
Jagwire makes a set of wedges for setting toe in.
|
Originally Posted by oldnslow2
(Post 19139833)
|
Originally Posted by noodle soup
(Post 19139810)
never seen that before. Does that help to set the brake pad toe-in easily?
Good for all types of rim brakes and works on wheels with up to 36 spokes and rims up to 40mm wide. I use to use pennies as shims for toe-in and that worked "OK" but this also sets the horizontal alignment as well. On sale for $15 from PBK. It's a good thing! If you jump to 2:00 of this video you can see how easy it is to use. |
Originally Posted by KLiNCK
(Post 19139916)
This is a great tool for getting your brake pads "toed-in" and perfectly aligned very quickly.
Good for all types of rim brakes and works on wheels with up to 36 spokes and rims up to 40mm wide. I use to use pennies as shims for toe-in and that worked "OK" but this also sets the horizontal alignment as well. On sale for $15 from PBK. It's a good thing! If you jump to 2:00 of this video you can see how it is used: |
Originally Posted by noodle soup
(Post 19139923)
cool tool, but o-rings accomplish the same thing.
|
I bought a Castelli Gabba 2 a month ago and I loved it. I thought of getting a new winter jacket as well:
ELEMENTO 2 7X(AIR) JACKET https://static.evanscycles.com/produ...523-7000-2.jpg |
These two Dahons:
http://i179.photobucket.com/albums/w...pseuwn7a8s.jpg http://i179.photobucket.com/albums/w...psjgr7wq57.jpg i intend to use the Vybe D7 to chase and circle around my wife as she rides her trike. Other than that, I normally use it as if it were a single-speed in top gear. The Speed8 quickly became my favorite bike, to the point where I almost stopped riding my full-size Treks altogether! This thing is incredibly fast for a 20-incher, extremely maneuverable, albeit sometimes annoyingly hard-riding given its short spokes and high-pressure Schwalbe Marathon Supremes. A road helmet to replace an identical one that broke my fall in July (long-ish, stupid-ish story that I'm still uncomfortable talking about): http://i179.photobucket.com/albums/w...ps06edxmyr.jpg And a couple of 20x1-3/8 tires and tubes that aren't too dried out to be useful and easily mountable on the Feida's rims: http://i179.photobucket.com/albums/w...pscxbvlabw.jpg Actually, I was lucky enough to find a couple of 22x1-3/8 tubes that had Schrader valves, which are far easier to install than the hard-to-source-locally 20x1-3/8s with their Woods valves (which don't allow pressure readings!) From Amazon: Bike Hand tool kit: https://images.ttcdn.co/media/i/prod....jpg?size=1000 I wanted to get something better than this, but this was the only tool kit that Amazon would ship over to Saudi Arabia, along with this Bike Hand repair stand: http://www.topbestproductreviews.com...L._SL1500_.jpg Then there were a few odds and ends, such as tubes, patches, cheap hub axles for the Feida and the Phoenix... etc. |
My kid and I have both bought into modern lugged steel framesets. Quite different frames, but we will be build them up pretty similar, yet looking very different when finished.
Collecting mostly Campy parts for each, with near matching drivetrain & wheels... My frame is a Tipo Corsa (I've wanted a celeste bike forever) & his is a Gran Criterium (in red). Should be a very fun buildup with my 23 yr old son. :thumb: http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v2...pszyl6c82f.jpghttp://img.photobucket.com/albums/v2...psuzqm4sdz.jpg |
Originally Posted by Maxacceleration
(Post 19140593)
My kid and I have both bought into modern lugged steel framesets. Quite different frames, but we will be build them up pretty similar, yet looking very different when finished.
Collecting mostly Campy parts for each, with near matching drivetrain & wheels... My frame is a Tipo Corsa (I've wanted a celeste bike forever) & his is a Gran Criterium (in red). Should be a very fun buildup with my 23 yr old son. :thumb: http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v2...pszyl6c82f.jpghttp://img.photobucket.com/albums/v2...psuzqm4sdz.jpg |
| All times are GMT -6. The time now is 01:28 AM. |
Copyright © 2024 MH Sub I, LLC dba Internet Brands. All rights reserved. Use of this site indicates your consent to the Terms of Use.