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Forum: Northeast
07-01-08, 09:37 AM
Replies: 14
Views: 734
Posted By jbcNewYork

Route

NOTE TO DSchlichting

I thought the route was acceptable; however there weren't many water views. What happened to Northport harbor - I did the 50 mile route and don't recall seeing the harbor. ...
Forum: Northeast
06-05-08, 01:52 PM
Replies: 21
Views: 905
Posted By jbcNewYork

UP SNAKE HILL ROAD? you can't be serious! I've...

UP SNAKE HILL ROAD? you can't be serious! I've ridden down Snake Road many times but I've never met anyone who attempted to ride up that hill !
Forum: Northeast
03-28-08, 12:00 PM
Replies: 188
Views: 7,896
Posted By jbcNewYork

I've done the 5 Boro Bike Tour about 10 years in...

I've done the 5 Boro Bike Tour about 10 years in a row. Its crowded and chaotic during the first few miles but its still an awesome ride!
Forum: Northeast
09-04-07, 12:57 PM
Replies: 24
Views: 11,835
Posted By jbcNewYork

extremely tough

Don't forget Snake Hill Road in Cold Spring Harbor
Forum: Road Cycling
01-09-07, 03:04 PM
Replies: 20
Views: 1,132
Posted By jbcNewYork

new Fuji

I bought a 2006 Fuji Roubaix RC about a month ago. Its aluminum with carbon stays and ultegra components. I was skeptical about Fuji but the LBS owner told me that Fuji is an excellant value. ...
Forum: Road Cycling
01-05-07, 08:19 AM
Replies: 46
Views: 3,961
Posted By jbcNewYork

fit time

I bought a new bike in November and the owner of the LBS spent about 30 minutes adjusting the seat height and setback when I picked up the bike. He put the bike on a trainer and had me pedal for a...
Forum: Folding Bikes
01-02-07, 11:19 AM
Replies: 178
Views: 99,572
Posted By jbcNewYork

Bike Friday Crusoe

I have a Bike Friday Crusoe (2004) that has about 200 miles on it. I thought I would be using it a lot more than I have been. I'm willing to trade it for a road or mountain bike. If you're...
Forum: Road Cycling
01-02-07, 07:30 AM
Replies: 33
Views: 3,505
Posted By jbcNewYork

new Roubaix

I bought a 2006 Roubaix RC for $1,350 about a month ago. Its aluminum with Ultegra components and carbon seat stays. The carbon makes the ride noticeably smoother than my all-aluminum 2000...
Forum: Road Cycling
12-29-06, 01:55 PM
Replies: 1
Views: 324
Posted By jbcNewYork

Take a look at the Specialize Armadillos. I wore...

Take a look at the Specialize Armadillos. I wore out two pairs without ever getting a flat tire.
Forum: Road Cycling
12-29-06, 01:50 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 399
Posted By jbcNewYork

Sunday Morning Glass

Is it just me, or does anyone else notice a tremendous amount of glass on the roads every Sunday morning? I live on Long Island where it seems to be the custom for teenagers to toss beer and liquor...
Forum: Road Cycling
12-29-06, 01:44 PM
Replies: 62
Views: 3,806
Posted By jbcNewYork

When I ride through Dix Hills (a wealthy suburb...

When I ride through Dix Hills (a wealthy suburb of NYC) I've had similar experiences. Usually from teenagers driving a BMW or Mercedes.
Forum: Road Cycling
12-29-06, 10:03 AM
Replies: 45
Views: 2,499
Posted By jbcNewYork

Bike Journal Vs. Spreadsheet

I used a relational database (Lotus Approach) with pictures and fancy graphics to track my rides before I joined bikejournal two years ago. After a few weeks of using bikejournal I ditched the...
Forum: Road Cycling
12-29-06, 07:38 AM
Replies: 6
Views: 443
Posted By jbcNewYork

triple to double

My first road bike was a 2000 Specialized Allez with a 105 group triple. I just bought a 2006 Fuji Roubaix with a Ultegra double. I definitely miss the granny gear when I go up a really steep hill....
Forum: Northeast
12-22-06, 01:08 PM
Replies: 70
Views: 7,636
Posted By jbcNewYork

rides

I have a few low-traffice rides that I do. I start from home (North Babylon) and ride north on Carll's Path. I then go west on Old country Road or North to Huntington Harbor. There are a few big...
Forum: Northeast
12-22-06, 01:03 PM
Replies: 0
Views: 317
Posted By jbcNewYork

Long Island - Winter Riding

Is anyone interested in riding from North Babylon to Huntington Harbor or Melville? I'm not very fast but I am a good conversationalist. I have a couple of low-traffic routes.

Jonathan
Forum: Road Cycling
12-22-06, 12:49 PM
Replies: 76
Views: 3,893
Posted By jbcNewYork

Long Island

I see a lot of Litespeeds and Treks where I ride on Long Island
Forum: Folding Bikes
12-22-06, 07:24 AM
Replies: 11
Views: 2,626
Posted By jbcNewYork

Dahon & Bike Friday

When I bought my folding bike two years ago I went to the bike shops and tried a Brompton and Dahon. The Brompton had a superior ride to the aluminum Dahon I tried. There are a couple of Dahon's...
Forum: Road Cycling
12-20-06, 07:54 AM
Replies: 173
Views: 8,452
Posted By jbcNewYork

How could a company that is so innovative and...

How could a company that is so innovative and provides excellent value sell a bike this ugly? An art major at a community college could have designed a better paint job.
Forum: Road Cycling
12-15-06, 10:47 AM
Replies: 23
Views: 2,093
Posted By jbcNewYork

speedplay

I have the same condition as you and I have been using Speedplay Pedals for 8 years without knee problems. I set my cleets so that my shoe is as far away from the crank as possible. This seems to...
Forum: Road Cycling
12-08-06, 07:30 AM
Replies: 53
Views: 2,723
Posted By jbcNewYork

I've done the Suffolk Bike Rider's Association...

I've done the Suffolk Bike Rider's Association (club) and Huntington Bike Club centuries and both were well organized. Thanks for the info on this new century.... I'll definitely check it out.
Forum: Road Cycling
12-01-06, 07:16 AM
Replies: 590
Views: 160,838
Posted By jbcNewYork

First Ride

I just bought a 2006 Roubaix RC and took my first ride yesterday. The RC is aluminum with wishbone-shaped carbon seat stays and Ultegra components. The listed weight is 17.4 pounds for a typical...
Forum: Road Cycling
11-22-06, 11:25 AM
Replies: 590
Views: 160,838
Posted By jbcNewYork

My 2000 Specialized Allez Sport with 105 just...

My 2000 Specialized Allez Sport with 105 just died so I bought a 2006 Fuji Roubaix RC (carbon stays, Ultegra). I got a great deal on it because its a year-end closeout. I can't wait to go for my...
Forum: Road Cycling
12-14-05, 07:35 AM
Replies: 2
Views: 384
Posted By jbcNewYork

I went to Airborne's site only to find out that...

I went to Airborne's site only to find out that it is no longer in business. Flyte has banner ads on the Airborne site and its prices look good. Has anyone ridden a Flyte?
Forum: Road Cycling
12-02-05, 11:02 AM
Replies: 0
Views: 1,534
Posted By jbcNewYork

Guru Flite

In June the LBS quoted me a price of approximately $2,200 for a 2005 Guru Flite. When I checked the web site today the price for the 2006 is $3200. Is anyone familiar with 2005 and 2006 models?
...
Forum: Folding Bikes
09-23-05, 08:24 AM
Replies: 35
Views: 2,967
Posted By jbcNewYork

I work in Midtown and occasionaly take my Bike...

I work in Midtown and occasionaly take my Bike Friday Crusoe for a ride in Central park at lunchtime. A few years ago I might see a folder once or twice a month. Now I see a few folders every day...
Forum: Road Cycling
09-12-05, 12:22 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 258
Posted By jbcNewYork

I'll be doing the 50-mile ride and starting as...

I'll be doing the 50-mile ride and starting as early as possible (7:30 ?)
Forum: Road Cycling
07-07-05, 12:16 PM
Replies: 16
Views: 751
Posted By jbcNewYork

The Suffolk Bike Riders Association runs a...

The Suffolk Bike Riders Association runs a century each May and it only costs $20
Forum: Road Cycling
07-07-05, 11:40 AM
Replies: 3
Views: 671
Posted By jbcNewYork

How does the ride compare to a Ti or Carbon bike?...

How does the ride compare to a Ti or Carbon bike? I might buy a 2005 Litespeed Avior (Aluminum). On its web site, Litespeed claims the bike has ride similar to that of a Ti bike
Forum: Road Cycling
07-05-05, 09:53 AM
Replies: 14
Views: 3,468
Posted By jbcNewYork

Litespeed Avior Aluminum Bike

Has anyone ridden the Litespeed Avior? The Litespeed website says that this bike has a ride close to that of Titanium. Is this true? I'm looking for a new Ti or carbon bike and have around $2400...
Forum: Road Cycling
06-29-05, 11:50 AM
Replies: 1
Views: 490
Posted By jbcNewYork

Litespeed Aluminum Bikes

Has anyone ridden one of the Litespeed aluminum bikes? Is the ride close to that of a Ti bike as Litespeed claims on their web site?
Forum: Road Cycling
06-29-05, 11:38 AM
Replies: 3
Views: 539
Posted By jbcNewYork

$2400 to Spend on a New Bike

Is there a carbon fiber or titanium bike with Ultegra components that sells for $2400 and is reasonably comfortable?
Forum: Folding Bikes
04-04-05, 09:16 AM
Replies: 27
Views: 4,013
Posted By jbcNewYork

FYI, I test-rode a Trek 600 and it appears...

FYI,

I test-rode a Trek 600 and it appears to weigh a lot more than 22 pounds. Its probably at least about 26 pounds
Forum: Folding Bikes
03-28-05, 12:47 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 1,283
Posted By jbcNewYork

There should only be a slight flex on occasion......

There should only be a slight flex on occasion... at least that's the way my Bike Friday Crusoe rides
Forum: Folding Bikes
03-25-05, 01:58 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 1,891
Posted By jbcNewYork

The Jetstream is a great bike for the money;...

The Jetstream is a great bike for the money; however, if you want a bike with lots of upgrade options you should get a Bike Friday. Not only is the bike customized just for you, but it uses standard...
Forum: Folding Bikes
03-18-05, 09:09 AM
Replies: 19
Views: 3,049
Posted By jbcNewYork

I did a lot of research before I bought my Bike...

I did a lot of research before I bought my Bike Friday Crusoe, and the best bike for multi-mode commuting is the Brompton. Bike Friday just came out with a new commuter bike that folds a little...
Forum: Road Cycling
12-20-04, 08:40 AM
Replies: 19
Views: 2,007
Posted By jbcNewYork

I just read the 05 LeMond Catalog and I noticed...

I just read the 05 LeMond Catalog and I noticed that the bike has a frame made from different materials... I think it was Aluminum\Carbon. If this is a different frame than the 04, you may want to...
Forum: Road Cycling
12-02-04, 09:58 AM
Replies: 55
Views: 5,272
Posted By jbcNewYork

I wish to thank everyone who responded. I've...

I wish to thank everyone who responded. I've tried to test ride bikes but no local shops have my size in stock. I'm 5'6" 140 pounds and my Specialized Allez is a 50cm.
Forum: Road Cycling
12-01-04, 07:31 AM
Replies: 55
Views: 5,272
Posted By jbcNewYork

Ti vs. Carbon

I'm looking for a new bike to replace my aluminum 2000 Specialized Allez (it has a carbon fork). How does the ride of a Titanium bike (Litespeed, Airborne, etc.) compare to a full carbon bike. I...
Forum: Folding Bikes
10-27-04, 12:03 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 2,606
Posted By jbcNewYork

I have a bad back and have not had any problems...

I have a bad back and have not had any problems with extra vibration from the 20" wheels on my Bike Friday Crusoe. I think the ride on my BF is as smooth as on my aluminum Specialized Allez racing...
Forum: Folding Bikes
10-27-04, 07:00 AM
Replies: 27
Views: 4,245
Posted By jbcNewYork

I bought a Bike Friday Pocket Crusoe for...

I bought a Bike Friday Pocket Crusoe for commuting on the Long Island Rail Road and for lunchtime rides in Central Park. After a few trips on the train\subway commute, I realized why people buy...
Forum: Folding Bikes
10-27-04, 06:47 AM
Replies: 20
Views: 5,336
Posted By jbcNewYork

I saw the Trek F400 and F600 at a local bike...

I saw the Trek F400 and F600 at a local bike shop. These bikes are way too heavy for the asking price (over $1,000 for the F600). Dahon's Helios SL and Speedpro are much better values. My Bike...
Forum: Forum Suggestions & User Assistance
05-26-04, 12:01 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 994
Posted By jbcNewYork

Folding BIke Forum

Is there any interest out there for a folding bike forum? There must be plenty of Bike Friday, Brompton and Dahon owners out there.
Forum: Commuting
05-20-04, 06:54 AM
Replies: 15
Views: 1,100
Posted By jbcNewYork

Clean Ups - Personal Hygene in Hot Weather

I just bought a folding bike to ride to the Long Island Railroad and from Penn Station to my office uptown. Does anyone use baby wipes or something else to clean up after riding to work. Any ideas...
Forum: Folding Bikes
05-20-04, 06:44 AM
Replies: 28
Views: 4,228
Posted By jbcNewYork

I did a lot of research before I ordered my Bike...

I did a lot of research before I ordered my Bike Friday and for your purposes the best bike is the Brompton L6 with the optional rack (around $925) or the Dahon Boardwalk D6 (around $350 with a rack).
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