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Forum: Commuting
09-12-11, 12:00 PM
Replies: 5,293
Views: 196,536
Posted By Bobd20011

It was a nice crisp moring, with a few rain drops...

It was a nice crisp moring, with a few rain drops during the last two miles. Not enough to soak me, just enough to make the ride that much more enjoyable.

However, when I walked in the door at...
Forum: Commuting
09-09-11, 05:59 PM
Replies: 5,293
Views: 196,536
Posted By Bobd20011

It is time to go home. My co-worker, who...

It is time to go home.

My co-worker, who also rode in, looks out the window and says, "it looks like a firey smoke filled hell hole out there, and hey look, you have a head wind." It looks as...
Forum: Commuting
09-09-11, 12:29 PM
Replies: 15
Views: 716
Posted By Bobd20011

When you are sick do you stop brushing your...

When you are sick do you stop brushing your teeth? I don't. In that spirit, I aslo try to ride when I am sick.
Forum: Commuting
09-09-11, 11:12 AM
Replies: 10
Views: 793
Posted By Bobd20011

Well put.

Well put.
Forum: Commuting
09-09-11, 11:09 AM
Replies: 4
Views: 385
Posted By Bobd20011

Thanks for the input. The eagle creek option...

Thanks for the input. The eagle creek option doesn't look like it attaches to the rear rack of a bike.

I think that I have a Nashbar suit bag. I was looking for another option because the...
Forum: Commuting
09-09-11, 10:46 AM
Replies: 5,293
Views: 196,536
Posted By Bobd20011

It was a nice crisp 60 degrees with a few hot air...

It was a nice crisp 60 degrees with a few hot air balloons in the sky. They were like the cherry on top of a beautiful morning sundae.
Forum: Commuting
09-08-11, 02:21 PM
Replies: 15
Views: 716
Posted By Bobd20011

I am in the same boat. I rode today, but I will...

I am in the same boat. I rode today, but I will need the fever to go away before I attempt to go home.
Forum: Commuting
09-08-11, 02:16 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 385
Posted By Bobd20011

Any recomendations for a good suit bag?

(Sorry for the poor spelling in the title.)

I was wondering if anyone had a recommendation for a good suit bag. I frequently have to commute with a shirt, tie, and slacks. I have a bag that I...
Forum: Commuting
09-08-11, 11:30 AM
Replies: 5,293
Views: 196,536
Posted By Bobd20011

I woke up with a gnarly head cold that almost...

I woke up with a gnarly head cold that almost prevented me from riding in. However, when I looked outside I was greeted by a two-foot-high pile of dirt that was blocking my driveway. My street is...
Forum: Commuting
08-28-09, 10:36 AM
Replies: 18
Views: 955
Posted By Bobd20011

+1 for Craigslist You can get much more...

+1 for Craigslist

You can get much more bike for $350 if you keep a close eye on Craigslist. If you go check out a bike, and like it, post the sale link and some pictures on here. The people on...
Forum: Commuting
08-27-09, 12:23 PM
Replies: 20
Views: 1,298
Posted By Bobd20011

Well, I took the risk and the ride went fine....

Well, I took the risk and the ride went fine. However, I do recognize the need for a strong light when all of the cars go away and the road is dark. I have about a 1.5 mile stretch of road that is...
Forum: Commuting
08-26-09, 02:59 PM
Replies: 20
Views: 1,298
Posted By Bobd20011

I was considering getting a CygoLite MityCross...

I was considering getting a CygoLite MityCross from Amazon. However, I was saving up the money to buy the thing because lighting is not cheep. Now I find myself facing a 16 mile bike ride in the...
Forum: Commuting
08-26-09, 02:15 PM
Replies: 20
Views: 1,298
Posted By Bobd20011

I a rear binkies enough for a single night ride?

I was holding off on getting good lighting system for the commute until it started getting dark earlier. However, I rode in today and I forgot that I have an evening board meeting for a non-profit. ...
Forum: Commuting
08-19-09, 01:18 PM
Replies: 33
Views: 1,623
Posted By Bobd20011

You will have to let us know how it turns out. ...

You will have to let us know how it turns out. Enjoy the ride.
Forum: Commuting
08-19-09, 12:18 PM
Replies: 33
Views: 1,623
Posted By Bobd20011

@ Jeffs, What?!? I don't think that there...

@ Jeffs,

What?!? I don't think that there is any way that my trunk bag is going to fall off, it has two velcro straps and two bungee connection points. I know that it is not as fancy as what...
Forum: Commuting
08-19-09, 11:33 AM
Replies: 35
Views: 29,528
Posted By Bobd20011

There are no stupid questions, but there are...

There are no stupid questions, but there are inquisitive idiots.

That being said, I do not think that the OP is an inquisitive idiot. At least I am not convinced of it yet.
Forum: Commuting
08-18-09, 01:48 PM
Replies: 33
Views: 1,623
Posted By Bobd20011

I would recommend REI. Get the Novara brand and...

I would recommend REI. Get the Novara brand and if anything goes wrong within a year, or if you just don't like them, take them back. If you are looking for cheap, you cannot go wrong with a one year...
Forum: Commuting
08-07-09, 11:28 AM
Replies: 21
Views: 785
Posted By Bobd20011

Thanks for the comments. I took those turns much...

Thanks for the comments. I took those turns much much slower yesterday evening, and I felt much safer. AND, I now know what a MUP is. I have so much to learn, but I am enjoying the commute more...
Forum: Commuting
08-06-09, 11:26 AM
Replies: 21
Views: 785
Posted By Bobd20011

The blind corners are unavoidable, but I am on a...

The blind corners are unavoidable, but I am on a bike path. My concern is that I am going to round one of the corners and hit another bicyclist or a petestrian. I like the light idea, but it will...
Forum: Commuting
08-06-09, 11:07 AM
Replies: 21
Views: 785
Posted By Bobd20011

Blind Corners

A question from a new commuter. I have a rather long ride to work (15 miles each way) and I go under an overpass or two that have fairly sharp turns which prevent me from seeing if someone is...
Forum: Commuting
08-05-09, 03:45 PM
Replies: 15,695
Views: 12,382,794
Posted By Bobd20011

The Craig's List picture for my used bike: ...

The Craig's List picture for my used bike:

http://i1008.photobucket.com/albums/af209/RobWDeLong/LemondBigSky47_25_2009.jpg

The latest picture of my new/used bike:
...
Forum: Commuting
08-05-09, 11:16 AM
Replies: 7,649
Views: 302,725
Posted By Bobd20011

This was my first bike commute since I rode my...

This was my first bike commute since I rode my Electra Townie into work on bike-to-work day. Today, I rode a used Lemond Big Sky SL that I picked up for a steal on craig's list (my first road bike...
Forum: Commuting
08-04-09, 02:35 PM
Replies: 30
Views: 2,004
Posted By Bobd20011

The excessive use of beer is also a good way to...

The excessive use of beer is also a good way to make sure that you fall asleep right when you hit the bed.
Forum: Commuting
07-27-09, 02:22 PM
Replies: 14
Views: 2,125
Posted By Bobd20011

Thanks! I could not believe the price I got. ...

Thanks! I could not believe the price I got. The sellers were just thrilled that I was going to use it regularly. I guess that they inherited it from a deceased relative. It looks like the chain...
Forum: Commuting
07-27-09, 11:00 AM
Replies: 14
Views: 2,125
Posted By Bobd20011

The bike fits great. I just need to get it...

The bike fits great. I just need to get it cleaned up and to put new tires on it. Thank you for your suggestions. I figure that I can use this for a year or two and then I will know better how I...
Forum: Commuting
07-25-09, 01:03 PM
Replies: 14
Views: 2,125
Posted By Bobd20011

Ok, so I went in an entirely different direction....

Ok, so I went in an entirely different direction. I am going to buy used. I picked up this bike for $300 http://reno.craigslist.org/bik/1284943631.html

I plan on putting new tires on it and a...
Forum: Commuting
07-23-09, 04:56 PM
Replies: 14
Views: 2,125
Posted By Bobd20011

Thanks for your comments so far. It is a good...

Thanks for your comments so far. It is a good point with respect to the difference in gearing, but I don't have huge hills in my future. I guess I am more concerned about the frame. Does anyone...
Forum: Commuting
07-23-09, 02:56 PM
Replies: 14
Views: 2,125
Posted By Bobd20011

Bianchi Volpe 2009 vs. Motobecane Fantom Cross Pro

Bianchi Volpe 2009 vs. Motobecane Fantom Cross Pro

I have a good friend that used to work in a bike shop and he is recommending that I buy the Fantom because he thinks that it is a good deal, and...
Forum: Commuting
08-07-08, 10:48 AM
Replies: 48
Views: 3,656
Posted By Bobd20011

My wife and I love our 2007 CR-V. The new engine...

My wife and I love our 2007 CR-V. The new engine is a bit stronger but still a 4 cylinder. Thus, it has great gas mileage for an SUV. I admit that it is somewhat of a soccer-mom utility vehicle,...
Forum: Commuting
08-04-08, 12:38 PM
Replies: 15
Views: 792
Posted By Bobd20011

Thanks! That is good to know. The guy at the LBS...

Thanks! That is good to know. The guy at the LBS was trying to tell me that I should buy a carbon fork for commuting, even though they cost a lot more, because they provide coushin when you don't...
Forum: Commuting
08-04-08, 10:58 AM
Replies: 15
Views: 792
Posted By Bobd20011

Thanks for the replys. I know that this has been...

Thanks for the replys. I know that this has been discussed at lenght in the touring forums, but I am interested to know what commuters thought of the bike. I don't ever think that I will go over 50...
Forum: Commuting
08-03-08, 09:04 PM
Replies: 15
Views: 792
Posted By Bobd20011

Does anyone commute on a Sojourn?

I am thinking about buying a Raleigh Sojourn to commute to work with. I will be commuting 26 miles round trip. I understand that it is not the sturdiest touring bike, but I think that it looks like...
Forum: Recreational & Family
07-28-08, 12:09 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 20,797
Posted By Bobd20011

Sportrack hitch rack works great for Townies

I just used the Sportrack to transport my wife's Townie 21 and a men's Townie 21 up to Tahoe on Saturday. It worked flawlessly. The bikes do not touch each other and they are held securely in...
Forum: Recreational & Family
07-10-08, 03:45 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 20,797
Posted By Bobd20011

I just purchased a sportrack hitch rack from...

I just purchased a sportrack hitch rack from etrailer for my two townies. I will let you know how it works. It should arrive on Monday.
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