Bike Forums

Go Back  Bike Forums > Search Forums
Reload this Page >

Search Results

Register
FAQ
Calendar
Today's Posts
Search
Vendor Directory
Notices
 
Page 1 of 3
1
2
3
Search: Posts Made By: Spider
Showing results 1 to 50 of 101
Search took 0.05 seconds.
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
02-05-17, 01:15 PM
Replies: 85
Views: 9,445
Posted By Spider

http://i300.photobucket.com/albums/nn12/EnPsyane/h...

http://i300.photobucket.com/albums/nn12/EnPsyane/hall-monitor-1.jpg
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
01-27-17, 06:20 AM
Replies: 100
Views: 7,826
Posted By Spider

This post smells of sanctimony.

This post smells of sanctimony.
Forum: Commuting
01-10-17, 10:15 AM
Replies: 41
Views: 3,115
Posted By Spider

You did not divert the thread in my view. You...

You did not divert the thread in my view. You corrected a misconception with a short post, and then were repeatedly challenged by doubters who misrepresented your points. You have way more patience...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
11-14-15, 09:49 AM
Replies: 114
Views: 7,548
Posted By Spider

Lost count. The majority of my falls were as a...

Lost count. The majority of my falls were as a kid-BMXer, but I walked away from all of them. Since this predated the bike helmet fad, I did not wear them, nor did I ever sustain any head injuries. I...
Forum: Advocacy & Safety
11-14-15, 09:17 AM
Replies: 154
Views: 10,247
Posted By Spider

Every day I dislike cops just a little more.

Every day I dislike cops just a little more.
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
11-14-15, 08:02 AM
Replies: 108
Views: 9,748
Posted By Spider

Precisely, such as casting the comment below as a...

Precisely, such as casting the comment below as a "hissy fit." Looked like a perfectly legit and measured response to me. Your subsequent attack leads me to believe you are simply here to pick a...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
11-14-15, 07:38 AM
Replies: 108
Views: 9,748
Posted By Spider

I lost count of the absurd statements from that...

I lost count of the absurd statements from that guy.
Forum: Advocacy & Safety
09-18-14, 08:10 AM
Replies: 320
Views: 16,182
Posted By Spider

I wouldn't spend too much time analyzing this. It...

I wouldn't spend too much time analyzing this. It sounds like you simply had an encounter with an insane person (whose motor vehicle is a much greater safety threat than your blinking light).
Forum: Commuting
08-20-14, 07:24 AM
Replies: 43
Views: 2,344
Posted By Spider

Have you asked your spouse what results she...

Have you asked your spouse what results she expects to get from berating strangers like that? I'd say the chances of her actually changing people's behavior with that approach are basically nil. I...
Forum: United Kingdom
08-12-14, 06:17 PM
Replies: 80
Views: 6,865
Posted By Spider

That would be blaming the guy.

That would be blaming the guy.
Forum: United Kingdom
08-12-14, 06:16 PM
Replies: 80
Views: 6,865
Posted By Spider

Were this to wind up in court, the judge would...

Were this to wind up in court, the judge would consider everything that preceded the assault to be irrelevant, and rightly so. There is no excuse for what the BMX'er did.
Forum: United Kingdom
08-11-14, 05:40 PM
Replies: 80
Views: 6,865
Posted By Spider

http://i57.tinypic.com/2hzka4w.jpg

http://i57.tinypic.com/2hzka4w.jpg
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
11-28-13, 10:23 AM
Replies: 48
Views: 4,662
Posted By Spider

Yes, this is why my motorcycle, like most others,...

Yes, this is why my motorcycle, like most others, was spec'd with more powerful front brakes. It used a disc braking system with two large disc rotors up front (one on each side of the wheel) and...
Forum: Commuting
11-28-13, 09:50 AM
Replies: 119
Views: 5,364
Posted By Spider

Holier than thou?

Holier than thou?
Forum: Advocacy & Safety
03-30-13, 04:07 PM
Replies: 196
Views: 11,419
Posted By Spider

Textbook sucker punch. Not sure if Canada...

Textbook sucker punch.

Not sure if Canada has an equivalent to the 5th amendment, but in the US, I can't stress this enough:

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=i8z7NC5sgik
Forum: Advocacy & Safety
10-13-09, 04:38 AM
Replies: 55
Views: 3,001
Posted By Spider

I'm glad to see the cop was summarily dismissed...

I'm glad to see the cop was summarily dismissed for his behavior, but I have no doubt that he would still be on the job today were it not for the video. I see no reason why a person's testimony...
Forum: Commuting
09-08-09, 11:02 AM
Replies: 27
Views: 2,055
Posted By Spider

Sweet ride, man. Try some Goo Gone to get rid of...

Sweet ride, man. Try some Goo Gone to get rid of that sticker residue on the chainguard.
Forum: Touring
09-04-09, 08:43 PM
Replies: 4,824
Views: 2,621,023
Posted By Spider

I'd get a nice ukulele for touring.

I'd get a nice ukulele for touring.
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
09-04-09, 09:01 AM
Replies: 24
Views: 2,586
Posted By Spider

I don't assume that you want to win me, or anyone...

I don't assume that you want to win me, or anyone else here, over. I assume you enjoy belittling people. What I am saying is that you have valuable information to impart, and if it were delivered...
Forum: Touring
09-03-09, 12:21 PM
Replies: 17
Views: 3,552
Posted By Spider

I purchased the Golite Venture 20 down bag...

I purchased the Golite Venture 20 down bag because it's lightweight (2 lbs, 2 oz), packs down small (7"x14"), and has a fairly versatile temp rating. I'm sure lots of other manufacturers make...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
09-03-09, 10:24 AM
Replies: 24
Views: 2,586
Posted By Spider

Too bad. Would like to have seen that. ...

Too bad. Would like to have seen that.


I've experienced the same miscalculation of speed in cars. As an old beater rattles and shakes and makes lots of engine noise, it seems like it's going...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
09-03-09, 08:02 AM
Replies: 24
Views: 2,586
Posted By Spider

Link? :rolleyes: No reason to be snide...

Link?


:rolleyes: No reason to be snide about it.
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
09-02-09, 10:51 PM
Replies: 24
Views: 2,586
Posted By Spider

Wheel size is also a factor, as explained here....

Wheel size is also a factor, as explained here. (http://www.gtgtandems.com/tech/700-26.html) Their tests concluded that 700c wheels were more stable at high speed and faster overall than 26" wheels.
Forum: Commuting
09-02-09, 09:28 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 760
Posted By Spider

Thanks for the info, Sci-Fi. As a matter of...

Thanks for the info, Sci-Fi. As a matter of fact, I did some research and narrowed the choices to the Mary and the North Road. I showed her both, including some pics of each bar mounted on bikes,...
Forum: Commuting
09-02-09, 07:17 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 11,241
Posted By Spider

I get around the city pretty well on a single...

I get around the city pretty well on a single speed. I usually don't have reason to ride any of the real steep hills anyway, single speed or not.
Forum: Commuting
09-02-09, 07:14 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 760
Posted By Spider

On One Mary Bars: Which Levers/Shifters?

My girlfriend bought a Bianchi Volpe on my recommendation. It's from the last year they were manufactured. She loves the bike, but is not too happy with the drop bars and brifters. She just...
Forum: Touring
09-01-09, 08:59 PM
Replies: 4,824
Views: 2,621,023
Posted By Spider

After eight years, I've finally busted out my...

After eight years, I've finally busted out my touring gear in preparation for a mini-tour down the California coast. Here it is, mounted to my beloved Crosscheck.
...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
04-10-09, 07:55 PM
Replies: 25
Views: 1,465
Posted By Spider

Awesome. Thanks for the info, cc.

Awesome. Thanks for the info, cc.
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
04-10-09, 11:44 AM
Replies: 25
Views: 1,465
Posted By Spider

Yeah, I looked into that. It appears there is a...

Yeah, I looked into that. It appears there is a three hour time limit on usage.
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
04-10-09, 11:44 AM
Replies: 25
Views: 1,465
Posted By Spider

OK, that's good to know. Yeah, I figure I...

OK, that's good to know.


Yeah, I figure I can put it at the curb at run an ad on freecycle or the free section of craigslist.


It's just off Chain Bridge Road, by Fort Marcy Park.

I...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
04-09-09, 08:13 PM
Replies: 25
Views: 1,465
Posted By Spider

Yeah, that would probably be a great way to go if...

Yeah, that would probably be a great way to go if it doesn't get too time consuming. Plus, if it's a beater, it's probably less likely to attract attention from bike thieves.
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
04-09-09, 06:09 PM
Replies: 25
Views: 1,465
Posted By Spider

Just made a quick visual aid. The green dot in...

Just made a quick visual aid. The green dot in the upper left corner is approximately where I'll be staying. The blue dot is the closest Metro station (Rosslyn). The red dot at the lower right...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
04-09-09, 05:51 PM
Replies: 25
Views: 1,465
Posted By Spider

So far, it seems to be the easiest and least...

So far, it seems to be the easiest and least expensive way for me to get around. Even if I ditch the bus portion and take cabs to and from the metro station, I will probably end up spending at least...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
04-09-09, 05:34 PM
Replies: 25
Views: 1,465
Posted By Spider

I would love to take the metro, but there are no...

I would love to take the metro, but there are no stations anywhere near where I'm staying. Closest one appears to be Rosslyn Station, about 5 miles away. If I don't have access to a bike, I'll...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
04-09-09, 05:27 PM
Replies: 25
Views: 1,465
Posted By Spider

Bus service was the first thing I looked into. ...

Bus service was the first thing I looked into. It's limited where I'm staying, with service ending at about 7:30 in the evening. Getting to the closest stop involves a 1/2 mile walk down a road with...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
04-09-09, 04:28 PM
Replies: 25
Views: 1,465
Posted By Spider

Bike Rental in DC...Why Bother?

I am going on a trip to Washington DC next week, and will be there for six days. I'm staying at a relative's house for free. I found a bike map of the area, and discovered the house is very close...
Forum: Commuting
05-21-08, 07:41 PM
Replies: 194
Views: 13,955
Posted By Spider

"Live their lives in peace" is a strange comment...

"Live their lives in peace" is a strange comment to use when defending loud pipes. After all, loud pipes disturb the peace of a great many people.
Forum: Commuting
05-20-08, 02:29 PM
Replies: 194
Views: 13,955
Posted By Spider

I'm a cyclist and a motorcyclist. Never...

I'm a cyclist and a motorcyclist. Never understood the appeal of loud pipes. "Loud pipes save lives." Bollocks. Good riding skills, sharp senses, and good instincts are what will save your life. ...
Forum: Commuting
05-20-08, 01:45 PM
Replies: 92
Views: 3,928
Posted By Spider

My typical outfit is black shorts, black jacket,...

My typical outfit is black shorts, black jacket, and black helmet. I like black. Besides, I get the sense that yahoos in cars tend to harass cyclists wearing flashy colors. In other words, I think...
Forum: Commuting
05-20-08, 01:13 PM
Replies: 20
Views: 1,431
Posted By Spider

I am also 6'2". I also got a 60cm Cross Check. ...

I am also 6'2". I also got a 60cm Cross Check. It was also too big for me. I swapped it with a 58, which fits me perfectly.
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
06-08-07, 11:01 AM
Replies: 42
Views: 2,649
Posted By Spider

OK, that's was funny. But there's still...

OK, that's was funny. But there's still something about a Schwinn Varsity that kind of rocks. Admittedly, it's mostly a nostalgia thing.
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
06-08-07, 10:58 AM
Replies: 42
Views: 2,649
Posted By Spider

I'd say that's true for the most part, but not...

I'd say that's true for the most part, but not always. I remember how the kids at school used to single out somebody to pick on relentlessly, usually for no good reason except the kid was physically...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
06-08-07, 10:36 AM
Replies: 42
Views: 2,649
Posted By Spider

I don't know, I thought his question in the OP...

I don't know, I thought his question in the OP was polite and inquisitive, and some of the responses were...condescending and rude. If this thread is any indication, there may be something to what...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
06-07-07, 09:33 AM
Replies: 11
Views: 2,132
Posted By Spider

Thanks for you input everyone. My plan is to...

Thanks for you input everyone. My plan is to email this photo to Surly and ask for their evaluation. I also plan to take it to another mechanic and ask his opinion. This way, I should have some...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
06-06-07, 08:29 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 2,132
Posted By Spider

OK, this is what I was thinking after looking at...

OK, this is what I was thinking after looking at the boss more closely. I emailed Surly and asked if the brake bosses on the Cross Check were removable. Awaiting an answer. They seem to make a...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
06-06-07, 06:02 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 2,132
Posted By Spider

Thanks gw, that makes me feel better. I was...

Thanks gw, that makes me feel better. I was under the impression that the bosses were welded on. It doesn't bother me at present. I was concerned it could be an issue if I decide to resell the...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
06-06-07, 05:48 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 2,132
Posted By Spider

WTF? Brake boss shaved down.

I recently got a new Surly Cross Check. It was the complete bike, ordered and assembled at the LBS. Today, I pulled off the rear cantilever brakes which revealed a shaved down brake boss. I'm...
Forum: Advocacy & Safety
06-02-07, 12:27 PM
Replies: 394
Views: 11,809
Posted By Spider

I usually ride at a pretty moderate pace, so I...

I usually ride at a pretty moderate pace, so I certainly get passed by other cyclists. But I don't feel the need for an "on your left" warning. In fact, I'd rather they just pass by me without a...
Forum: Singlespeed & Fixed Gear
05-27-07, 12:00 PM
Replies: 38,868
Views: 4,762,927
Posted By Spider

My around-town bike. Late 80s KHS, SS...

My around-town bike. Late 80s KHS, SS conversion.

http://i174.photobucket.com/albums/w92/brenhouli/khs01.jpg
Forum: Singlespeed & Fixed Gear
05-27-07, 11:41 AM
Replies: 38,868
Views: 4,762,927
Posted By Spider

Me too. Excellent pic.

Me too. Excellent pic.
Showing results 1 to 50 of 101
 
Page 1 of 3
1
2
3


 
Forum Jump

Contact Us - Archive - Advertising - Cookie Policy - Privacy Statement - Terms of Service -

Copyright © 2024 MH Sub I, LLC dba Internet Brands. All rights reserved. Use of this site indicates your consent to the Terms of Use.