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Forum: Clydesdales/Athenas (200+ lb / 91+ kg)
04-27-09, 05:01 AM
Replies: 27
Views: 2,446
Posted By infecto

Have fun riding around the block on your carbon...

Have fun riding around the block on your carbon then. Do not forget to get full spandex and an aero helmet.
Forum: Clydesdales/Athenas (200+ lb / 91+ kg)
04-27-09, 04:59 AM
Replies: 27
Views: 2,446
Posted By infecto

For an upright bike that is a poor reason.

For an upright bike that is a poor reason.
Forum: Clydesdales/Athenas (200+ lb / 91+ kg)
04-26-09, 07:08 PM
Replies: 27
Views: 2,446
Posted By infecto

I got my 7.3 for around $4-500.

I got my 7.3 for around $4-500.
Forum: Clydesdales/Athenas (200+ lb / 91+ kg)
04-26-09, 07:01 PM
Replies: 27
Views: 2,446
Posted By infecto

My question is why are you buying a carbon frame...

My question is why are you buying a carbon frame for loosing weight? I equate that to throwing away $1k right there. That is personal opinion of course but I dont see the point in buying an upright...
Forum: Commuting
04-24-09, 06:14 AM
Replies: 4
Views: 467
Posted By infecto

Recommended Work Stand and Brake Pads

I was wondering if anyone had any recommendations for bike work stands that are (1) not flimsy and (2) under $100-150. Secondly I remember reading some posts about a particular brand of brake pads...
Forum: Commuting
04-24-09, 06:05 AM
Replies: 18
Views: 5,623
Posted By infecto

Personally not a fan of the Dew Drop. I have not...

Personally not a fan of the Dew Drop. I have not ridden it but I personally am not sure if the geometry works out since the Dew frame is originally flatbar.

If you are planning on just general...
Forum: Commuting
03-31-09, 04:51 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 595
Posted By infecto

Hybrid is a horrible idea for a 40mile ride imo. ...

Hybrid is a horrible idea for a 40mile ride imo. I can do around 20 on my hybrid tops and then it gets to be too uncomfortable with the small range of positions.
Forum: Commuting
03-27-09, 05:17 PM
Replies: 56
Views: 7,968
Posted By infecto

They are generally baseless and silly and...

They are generally baseless and silly and generally focus on how walmart kills small stores.
Forum: Commuting
03-27-09, 04:13 PM
Replies: 28
Views: 12,088
Posted By infecto

Ok, if you get an infection once a month or more...

Ok, if you get an infection once a month or more from commuting then it is time to evaluate what might be causing it but I highly doubt a dry set of gear is going to do so. Fungal infections...
Forum: Commuting
03-27-09, 05:23 AM
Replies: 61
Views: 5,168
Posted By infecto

Thanks for the awesome pics. Not to jump in...

Thanks for the awesome pics.

Not to jump in but people bike because its convenient. There are not many opportunities to ride a bike around the US when its convenient. When people see foreign...
Forum: Commuting
03-26-09, 07:00 PM
Replies: 28
Views: 12,088
Posted By infecto

People "sanitize" things way too often. A little...

People "sanitize" things way too often. A little bit of your own sweat is not going to do anything to you.
Forum: Commuting
03-25-09, 04:54 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 1,876
Posted By infecto

Regardless it is still 100% pointless to put one...

Regardless it is still 100% pointless to put one on a bike. Might as well go for a moped.
Forum: Commuting
03-23-09, 09:33 PM
Replies: 24
Views: 3,706
Posted By infecto

What distance? If you are talking about under...

What distance? If you are talking about under 8-10miles then you would probably be fine with just putting slicks on your bikes. Honestly has more to do with what you want and how much money you...
Forum: Commuting
03-21-09, 05:58 PM
Replies: 17
Views: 6,014
Posted By infecto

Thanks for elaborating, I should have in my...

Thanks for elaborating, I should have in my original post.

Yeah it really has to do with the cost. If you buy a bike that is $550 there is not point in spending $2-300+ and giving it drops. If...
Forum: Commuting
03-21-09, 08:12 AM
Replies: 17
Views: 6,014
Posted By infecto

Just realize that if you ever want to go with...

Just realize that if you ever want to go with drops you are most likely going to have to buy a whole new bike.
Forum: Commuting
03-19-09, 07:26 PM
Replies: 52
Views: 2,060
Posted By infecto

Honestly unless you have inner ear buds you are...

Honestly unless you have inner ear buds you are going to hear your surroundings and even then if a car is honking you are most likely going to hear it. I wear earbuds and can still hear everything...
Forum: Commuting
03-18-09, 09:11 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 723
Posted By infecto

I have never used the system but I see no reason...

I have never used the system but I see no reason why they would not just set up some sort of account or something to hold people accountable for the bike they are using. Only my 2cents.
Forum: Commuting
03-14-09, 09:24 AM
Replies: 109
Views: 4,099
Posted By infecto

I come at a different perspective where I feel...

I come at a different perspective where I feel more signage and rules cause more accidents then help. 90% of the time there is not a need for a stop sign but purely a yield. With that said I do not...
Forum: Commuting
02-10-09, 09:04 PM
Replies: 26
Views: 5,127
Posted By infecto

Have you thought about buying the collapsible...

Have you thought about buying the collapsible cage baskets? Secondly just about any pannier above the $20mark will hold up just fine. Not sure about Ortlieb but I just simply unclip my panniers and...
Forum: Commuting
02-09-09, 09:29 PM
Replies: 50
Views: 3,305
Posted By infecto

The only thing I would check with is heart rate...

The only thing I would check with is heart rate limits. I have seen some pregnant women in 5ks that cannot let their heart rate above a certain limit and therefore must take breaks in their runs.
Forum: Commuting
01-17-09, 10:10 PM
Replies: 24
Views: 2,989
Posted By infecto

Personally would not wear a suit on a bike. No...

Personally would not wear a suit on a bike. No matter how cheap the suit is it will just ruin the suit faster especially the pants.
Forum: Commuting
12-28-08, 11:14 PM
Replies: 49
Views: 2,057
Posted By infecto

Just buy whatever you need. It really does not...

Just buy whatever you need. It really does not matter. SSD are a waste of money. I would not worry about the optical drives, they weigh nothing and will be fine with bouncing. If you only need a...
Forum: Commuting
12-28-08, 10:53 PM
Replies: 52
Views: 5,801
Posted By infecto

I would say without a doubt if all you are doing...

I would say without a doubt if all you are doing is commuting/shopping and are in very flat terrain a commuter bike is the way to go. If I did not have the major hills I would own one for sure just...
Forum: Commuting
12-26-08, 10:02 PM
Replies: 47
Views: 3,561
Posted By infecto

What bothers me even more is when people pass me...

What bothers me even more is when people pass me on 55mph+ roads (riding in large shoulder) without saying anything. Always gives me a slight scare and generally hate it because often to shoulders...
Forum: Advocacy & Safety
10-19-08, 01:27 PM
Replies: 147
Views: 7,928
Posted By infecto

Before taking law advice on a forum look up your...

Before taking law advice on a forum look up your local laws. Some areas require a license not to mention cops can ask for a proof of ID regardless of what you are doing. Not providing proof of...
Forum: Commuting
10-01-08, 06:32 AM
Replies: 8
Views: 985
Posted By infecto

Not trying to be a downer but if you are in Japan...

Not trying to be a downer but if you are in Japan I would think no matter where in the country you have pretty wide open choices when it comes to bikes.
Forum: Commuting
10-01-08, 06:30 AM
Replies: 21
Views: 1,115
Posted By infecto

As long as you feel that you have good line of...

As long as you feel that you have good line of sight with a full face go for it. I think my biggest concern on a bike in traffic is being able to have good sight.
Forum: Commuting
09-24-08, 05:56 PM
Replies: 33
Views: 1,783
Posted By infecto

Not sure what the big deal is? If you own the...

Not sure what the big deal is? If you own the car and it has license plates you generally are required to have insurance. If you are not going to drive it for an extended period of time then cancel...
Forum: Road Cycling
09-24-08, 03:24 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 791
Posted By infecto

For some reason I have this feeling that since I...

For some reason I have this feeling that since I was not wearing bike shorts and had boxers on as well that this might be a side effect of some chaffing but I will not sweat to it. I currently have...
Forum: Road Cycling
09-23-08, 09:18 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 791
Posted By infecto

Seat fit and numbness

So I rode around 28miles on Saturday and come Tuesday Night I am still feeling numb in my penis. Should I seriously concerned about this or will it pass. Everything still functions but the numbness...
Forum: Commuting
09-23-08, 04:58 PM
Replies: 45
Views: 2,097
Posted By infecto

Its happening because of false demand. We were...

Its happening because of false demand. We were stuck with a shortage here in Middle TN because dumbasses kept filling up their vehicles every day and filling every gas can they had around.
Forum: Commuting
09-23-08, 04:56 PM
Replies: 108
Views: 4,295
Posted By infecto

This thread is hilarious. Lets leave with this...

This thread is hilarious. Lets leave with this note.

Fact: Joey was riding and breaking road laws.
Fact: The PED was jaywalking.

Classic.
Forum: Commuting
09-22-08, 10:29 PM
Replies: 108
Views: 4,295
Posted By infecto

Let me end this right here. I do not know what...

Let me end this right here. I do not know what your state/city laws are but I would expect that there some kind of laws that include bikes may not run red lights. You are at more of a fault then...
Forum: Commuting
09-22-08, 10:24 PM
Replies: 108
Views: 4,295
Posted By infecto

As I expected. All I am saying is do not...

As I expected. All I am saying is do not complain when you are not doing any better yourself. Justify all you want how you were riding but its not exactly the best. Just because I can ride a...
Forum: Commuting
09-22-08, 10:05 PM
Replies: 108
Views: 4,295
Posted By infecto

Maybe if you choose to break the law (which you...

Maybe if you choose to break the law (which you are) you should stay out of her way? The same can be said for you getting in the way of a vehicle. Gotta love hypocrites.
Forum: Commuting
09-22-08, 06:11 PM
Replies: 108
Views: 4,295
Posted By infecto

I think the bigger point is you cannot complain...

I think the bigger point is you cannot complain about PEDs when you yourself are doing no better and possibly even worse.
Forum: Commuting
09-21-08, 10:12 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 445
Posted By infecto

Also what I was trying to point out.

Also what I was trying to point out.
Forum: Commuting
09-21-08, 06:21 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 445
Posted By infecto

Not so much making me feel better but just trying...

Not so much making me feel better but just trying to point out that its not so much the bike that makes someone faster but your body.
Forum: Commuting
09-21-08, 05:37 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 445
Posted By infecto

I know you have made your mind but if you already...

I know you have made your mind but if you already have a smoke I would not really go for another flat bar bike.
Forum: Commuting
09-21-08, 07:43 AM
Replies: 21
Views: 960
Posted By infecto

Yeah its a shame we cannot get some of those...

Yeah its a shame we cannot get some of those great high efficiency diesel vehicles. They used to be horrible polluters compared to regular petrol but now they are much cleaner and can run on so...
Forum: Commuting
09-20-08, 11:05 PM
Replies: 21
Views: 960
Posted By infecto

Actually a new Ford gets around 65mpg. Of course...

Actually a new Ford gets around 65mpg. Of course its only European based because its a diesel engine.
Forum: Commuting
09-20-08, 11:01 PM
Replies: 38
Views: 3,325
Posted By infecto

My only point is you cannot beat a motor cycle...

My only point is you cannot beat a motor cycle when it comes to emissions. I do not need material to back that up since a motorcycle with a cat on it is going to beat any 2/4 stroke engine.
Forum: Commuting
09-20-08, 05:02 PM
Replies: 38
Views: 3,325
Posted By infecto

At the end of the day its more environmentally...

At the end of the day its more environmentally sound to go with a motorcycle than a scooter. That chinese bike is great except that its still a 2 stroke.
Forum: Commuting
09-20-08, 04:54 PM
Replies: 38
Views: 3,325
Posted By infecto

You cannot compare mileage to emissions. You...

You cannot compare mileage to emissions. You would have to look at pollutants output per mile which is going to be grossly higher then a car. Looking at gas mileage does not show this.
Forum: Commuting
09-20-08, 04:51 PM
Replies: 108
Views: 4,295
Posted By infecto

Watched the New Orleans video. Looks to me like...

Watched the New Orleans video. Looks to me like the other way around. You are passing traffic and do not have a clear line of sight. No one to blame but yourself. Then I see people crossing on a...
Forum: Commuting
09-20-08, 09:15 AM
Replies: 38
Views: 3,325
Posted By infecto

Big issue is do not get anything with a 2 stroke...

Big issue is do not get anything with a 2 stroke engine. Those are the engines that pollute like crazy and you will burn cash with the oil mixture. Get something with a 4 stroke engine and you will...
Forum: Commuting
09-13-08, 07:51 AM
Replies: 30
Views: 1,348
Posted By infecto

You assumptions are wrong. If you bought a new...

You assumptions are wrong. If you bought a new low end bike in that price range it is going to be not only poor quality but poor components. That is not going to equal a better ride. For a 3mile...
Forum: Commuting
09-13-08, 07:44 AM
Replies: 8
Views: 766
Posted By infecto

There was a good read on a town who did this a...

There was a good read on a town who did this a couple years back on their most dangerous intersection. Results were impressive. I also think this could work in the US. Beyond popular belief...
Forum: Commuting
09-12-08, 09:56 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 361
Posted By infecto

The only thing I am really interested in is the...

The only thing I am really interested in is the Schwinn Suburban depending on the price. Could make a fun beater.
Forum: Commuting
09-12-08, 07:11 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 361
Posted By infecto

See any commuting gems in this CL list?

Found this list and wondering if any of these frames would be decent?

http://nashville.craigslist.org/bik/837914208.html
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