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Forum: Commuting
07-06-10, 11:00 PM
Replies: 103
Views: 3,751
Posted By jon70

I used to run then arthritis in my knees and a...

I used to run then arthritis in my knees and a ankle left me limping. Switched back to the bike after and I just don't have the pain.
Forum: Classic & Vintage
07-05-10, 02:05 PM
Replies: 15
Views: 1,347
Posted By jon70

That is sweet! Buy it and find a beater to go to...

That is sweet! Buy it and find a beater to go to the store.
Forum: Commuting
06-15-10, 11:37 PM
Replies: 29
Views: 21,440
Posted By jon70

:thumb:It works better for me if I ride monday...

:thumb:It works better for me if I ride monday and friday with three days off. More than that and I can get wiped out if I have a bad week at work. Because you are wanting more time to ride, this...
Forum: Commuting
06-15-10, 09:32 AM
Replies: 29
Views: 21,440
Posted By jon70

I've got a 27 mile one way commute and drive...

I've got a 27 mile one way commute and drive halfway park then ride. If I do the full commute it seems to eat up to much time out of my life. (Almost 4hrs a day). So yes you can do it but is that...
Forum: Commuting
05-11-10, 04:06 PM
Replies: 48
Views: 1,379
Posted By jon70

1 car, motorcycle=35 min 2 bicycle = 1hr 45...

1 car, motorcycle=35 min
2 bicycle = 1hr 45 min.

There are no transit options. The bike is way slower, and that is the point. I can decompress after work. (As much as I can beside a two lane...
Forum: Commuting
04-28-10, 04:08 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 670
Posted By jon70

There's nothing like fixing a flat in the middle...

There's nothing like fixing a flat in the middle of nowhere and looking over to see a pack of 6 coyotes looking at you at night. No they did'nt bother me, but I carry pepper spray from there on out!
Forum: Commuting
10-01-09, 03:31 PM
Replies: 1
Views: 1,604
Posted By jon70

Giant Prodigy DX?

Anyone here ride a Prodigy DX as a commuter? They look interesting but I would like to know how they are in the real world.:)
Forum: Commuting
09-22-09, 07:08 PM
Replies: 16
Views: 1,112
Posted By jon70

Until recently I worked 2nds(3-11) and found out...

Until recently I worked 2nds(3-11) and found out I like riding at night almost more than in daylight.:thumb:
It's all 2 lane highway with bike, I mean Amish lanes almost all the way.(God love the...
Forum: Commuting
09-15-09, 04:16 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 1,002
Posted By jon70

It had no name clip on pedals I replaced pretty...

It had no name clip on pedals I replaced pretty quickly with rat traps. Latey I've not had much time to ride except with my 5 year old daughter around town.
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
09-05-09, 05:23 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 2,335
Posted By jon70

That is one great site!

That is one great site!
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
09-05-09, 03:12 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 2,335
Posted By jon70

In general not a thing. This pair however is very...

In general not a thing. This pair however is very rusty in places. Don't like the way it looks.
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
09-05-09, 09:10 AM
Replies: 7
Views: 2,335
Posted By jon70

Center pull brake replacement?

I picked up an older World sport with center pull brakes and I'm thinking of replacing them. What are my options or am I stuck with center pulls?
Forum: Commuting
09-04-09, 09:52 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 1,002
Posted By jon70

I've never weighed it. It does however weigh less...

I've never weighed it. It does however weigh less than my stock world traveler's weight of 33 lbs.(I went and looked it up!)
Forum: Clydesdales/Athenas (200+ lb / 91+ kg)
09-04-09, 04:22 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 11,755
Posted By jon70

I picked up an older 18 speed Hardrock from an...

I picked up an older 18 speed Hardrock from an older gentleman down the street who flips bikes for 40.00.
It's got a little rash on the seat and shifters but other than that is in great shape. So...
Forum: Commuting
09-04-09, 04:10 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 1,002
Posted By jon70

I have a Transit 1.0 I've had for a year now with...

I have a Transit 1.0 I've had for a year now with no problems for what so ever. The only complaint I do have is it came with 28mm tires and I like 32's much better. I'm thinking about putting...
Forum: Clydesdales/Athenas (200+ lb / 91+ kg)
08-27-09, 12:13 PM
Replies: 31
Views: 1,876
Posted By jon70

Till my daughter got back in school all summer...

Till my daughter got back in school all summer I've been taking the bike to work and riding around the parking lot doing laps during lunch. On a good day I get to ride during breaks to. I've now...
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