Any one have a bell?
11-17-13, 11:56 PM
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Some areas require bells (even on road bikes) so this is a very nice looking unit that even the fussiest bike snob could like.
In one part of Australia that I regularly ride it is not uncommon for the police (regular or bike squad) to add an additional fine to someone for not having a bell if they 'fail the attitude test' after being stopped for another reason.
In one part of Australia that I regularly ride it is not uncommon for the police (regular or bike squad) to add an additional fine to someone for not having a bell if they 'fail the attitude test' after being stopped for another reason.
If I'm commuting, sometimes I'll stop off @ a park, ride on a MUP, walk along the sidewalk bike in tow, so a bell is called for.
11-18-13, 06:55 AM
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It's been awhile (decades) since I've had a competition license but I ride the same Hill Country roads as everyone else who enjoys cycling in the area.
I enjoy striking a clear friendly tone from my brass bell as riders approach and when overtaking others.
It's a sociological experiment as well, a scowl or a grin are the inevitable result of "Dinggggg..."
Apparently some consider a simple bicycle ride an epic struggle not suited to comic interludes, others I would ride with.
The Ultimate Bell, is the Crane Brass model. It's clear ringing tone is the straight block/disc wheel/funny bike of bells.
I have them all my bikes from the CF Merckyx to my International.
-Bandera
I enjoy striking a clear friendly tone from my brass bell as riders approach and when overtaking others.
It's a sociological experiment as well, a scowl or a grin are the inevitable result of "Dinggggg..."
Apparently some consider a simple bicycle ride an epic struggle not suited to comic interludes, others I would ride with.
The Ultimate Bell, is the Crane Brass model. It's clear ringing tone is the straight block/disc wheel/funny bike of bells.
I have them all my bikes from the CF Merckyx to my International.
-Bandera
11-18-13, 08:17 AM
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Living near downtown, its kinda hard to ride without a little bit of MUP riding. Its the law on the paths around here and they do periodic speed traps to enforce the laws. I keep my bell pointing to the back next to the stem and it is difficult to spot unless you are looking for it.
11-18-13, 08:25 AM
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I have one on my bike. The fredliness is a small price to pay vs the hefty ticket the cops will give you if you don't have a bell. I also use lights if I'm out within half an hour of sunrise/sunset because that's another ticket.
11-18-13, 08:29 AM
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Just ride a Ti frame, and pluck the rear brake cable. Whole frame acts as a bell.
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11-18-13, 10:11 AM
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11-18-13, 10:23 AM
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I just bought a bell for my bike. I have to admit it was an impulse buy and its a really cool machined bell that I had to pre order. I am more of a yell out "on your left" kinda guy but being a gadget guy I had to have it. Back in my machinist days I would have made one but now I must buy this kind of stuff. I just wondered how many in the 41 use a bell?
what is the name of that bell? where can I order one?
11-18-13, 12:52 PM
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Sure. A "bell pepper:"
11-18-13, 01:28 PM
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Here's my commuter setup. I leave before sunrise so I have a bunch of light. 
I place my bell on the top part of the stem, I can reach it easier if I'm on the bar tops.
I place my bell on the top part of the stem, I can reach it easier if I'm on the bar tops.
11-18-13, 01:32 PM
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I saw that bell on facebook or kickstarter awhile back and was intrigued. I'm going to get one. I occasionally ride on a MUP and I'm tired of yelling out. With the bell I can get pedestrians attention from farther away. As far as bells go that one doesn't look too bad. It's pretty discreet but who cares how it looks anyways.
11-18-13, 02:08 PM
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shouldn't there be a bell app for a smart phone?
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11-18-13, 02:14 PM
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11-18-13, 02:18 PM
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11-18-13, 04:08 PM
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11-18-13, 04:28 PM
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A local bikeshop had it, it was a no-name mirror but it is fantastic. I need to go down there and buy another one (it's about 30mi away). Much better than the CycleAware roadie mirror you see sold at most shops which I have on my other road bike and I hate. 
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11-19-13, 05:13 PM
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What happened to announcing "On your left" or "passing on your left" (or right). The bell thing does nothing for me as I have no idea where it's coming from. Got to admit I'd rather hear a bell than have someone pull up behind without an announcement, but would much rather know what they're doing with a shout out than hearing a bell.
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What happened to "on your left" is earbuds. I use my bell to get the attention of people so they may hear me when I say "on your left". I haven't used the bell when passing a cyclist because I haven't ever passed a cyclist but the it works well for the walkers. My bell is on my cf road bike along with light, computer and heart rate monitor. The 1982 Peugeot is for very leisurely riding and has no gadgets. On that bike I just slow down and yell until I get the walker's attention.
11-19-13, 08:14 PM
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