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01-22-05, 09:03 AM
Replies: 53
Views: 2,338
Posted By BDK

Steve - I agree that our modern diet is severely...

Steve - I agree that our modern diet is severely lacking, especially our increasing consumption of highly processed foods, but if you carry out the logic that all animals eat raw foods and are...
Forum: BMX
12-22-04, 01:59 PM
Replies: 16
Views: 871
Posted By BDK

Good for you JMC, don't let the doubters shake...

Good for you JMC, don't let the doubters shake your faith.
11-15-04, 11:39 AM
Replies: 21
Views: 919
Posted By BDK

Here in Nashville we're getting a pretty decent...

Here in Nashville we're getting a pretty decent system of greenways, many of which run along side of the Cumberland and Stone rivers. In my part of town, I have about 15 miles of trails that I can...
11-08-04, 01:27 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 542
Posted By BDK

Try a very wide angle lens if possible. In 35mm...

Try a very wide angle lens if possible. In 35mm terms, a 20mm lens or less. This give a very dramatic shot.
11-02-04, 08:56 AM
Replies: 36
Views: 5,761
Posted By BDK

I ride the hills of middle TN so a 3 speed...

I ride the hills of middle TN so a 3 speed wouldn't cut it for me. I don't know if I use them all but I do use even the smallest gear for bad hills and I use the highest gear on the flats. Just hang...
Forum: Touring
11-02-04, 08:36 AM
Replies: 32
Views: 2,210
Posted By BDK

I've got a Champion Flyer which is a B-17 with...

I've got a Champion Flyer which is a B-17 with springs. It is very comfortable and I agree wholeheartedly with the other posters here. I have, however, noticed a squeeking since I put it on and I...
11-02-04, 08:28 AM
Replies: 31
Views: 1,413
Posted By BDK

Seems to me that if the guy provides good...

Seems to me that if the guy provides good service, fair prices and sponsors causes you believe in, it's not anyone's business what he does in his spare time.
11-01-04, 02:48 PM
Replies: 36
Views: 5,761
Posted By BDK

Roger - I have a townie 21 and I just bought a...

Roger - I have a townie 21 and I just bought a Brooks Champion Flyer about 6 weeks ago and I love it. I highly recommend it.
Forum: Road Cycling
10-25-04, 03:09 PM
Replies: 44
Views: 1,868
Posted By BDK

The guy in the subway really pisses me off - I...

The guy in the subway really pisses me off - I sometimes can't believe how cruel people can be in their hurry to get somewhere. Fortunately, I believe there are a lot of people out there who will...
Forum: Touring
10-23-04, 08:55 AM
Replies: 8
Views: 774
Posted By BDK

Man that brings back a lot of memories. Went...

Man that brings back a lot of memories. Went backpacking at Big Bend two spring breaks in college when I lived in Texas in 79, 80. I'm envious...
10-18-04, 03:20 PM
Replies: 53
Views: 3,131
Posted By BDK

You go guy!

You go guy!
10-15-04, 08:34 AM
Replies: 6
Views: 741
Posted By BDK

Thanks for the advice folks. I have a wedgie pack...

Thanks for the advice folks. I have a wedgie pack that will go on but it obscures my rear light and I ride a good bit before daylight. I think maybe the brooks may be the only way to go. I guess it's...
Forum: Introductions
10-14-04, 09:44 AM
Replies: 3
Views: 211
Posted By BDK

Welcome to the boards. I also live in the Metro...

Welcome to the boards. I also live in the Metro area and work in Hermitage. I'm going to see how dedicated I am as the weather gets cold and wet.
10-12-04, 02:16 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 741
Posted By BDK

Small saddle bags for Brooks Champion Flyer

I'm looking for a small bag that doesn't cost a fortune that would attach to the rear slots on a Brooks saddle. I just want to be able to carry my keys, a couple of tools and other small things in...
10-12-04, 07:42 AM
Replies: 26
Views: 2,054
Posted By BDK

Yes littlepixel, the super clamp would be the way...

Yes littlepixel, the super clamp would be the way to go but keep in mind that you will need a pretty fast shutter speed on a digital still camera since it is such a bumpy ride
Forum: Road Cycling
10-06-04, 02:54 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 440
Posted By BDK

I know this is a dumb question, but what are rail...

I know this is a dumb question, but what are rail trails? I've seen it quite a few times on this board.

Thanks
Forum: Road Cycling
10-04-04, 01:04 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 481
Posted By BDK

Good one Lord Opie, we bow down...

Good one Lord Opie, we bow down...
Forum: Road Cycling
10-01-04, 02:48 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 430
Posted By BDK

shmanz - I know what you are going through but I...

shmanz - I know what you are going through but I would get that foot/ankle x-rayed. I had a hairline fracture in one of my metatarsal bones about 6 months ago that had healed and I broke it in two...
09-30-04, 10:50 AM
Replies: 384
Views: 122,999
Posted By BDK

Good post - if you you are suspicious, no one is...

Good post - if you you are suspicious, no one is making you read it - unless you're drinking the "hinky townie" kool aid. I'm interested in what other Townie owners think but these posts are filled...
09-24-04, 02:18 PM
Replies: 384
Views: 122,999
Posted By BDK

Rowan, I ride a townie and I enjoy all (well...

Rowan,

I ride a townie and I enjoy all (well almost all) of the other forums too. I just bought a light and computer that I learned about on the other forums. Lighten up dude...
Forum: Introductions
09-21-04, 10:38 AM
Replies: 4
Views: 392
Posted By BDK

You will ove your Townies. I would recommend that...

You will ove your Townies. I would recommend that you get some type of hitch mounted bike rack and that should work fine with the Murano.
09-21-04, 10:36 AM
Replies: 384
Views: 122,999
Posted By BDK

A 25 mile ride will be fine on the Townie....

A 25 mile ride will be fine on the Townie. However, if you often cover longer distances, the seat can become uncomfortable. I recommend trying a narrower seat.
Forum: Road Cycling
09-16-04, 01:21 PM
Replies: 16
Views: 951
Posted By BDK

I had a similar problem several months ago and...

I had a similar problem several months ago and went to an orthpedic surgeon. Xrays showed a stress fracture in my foot. He sent me to pick up some shoes with a rigid sole and after a couple of weeks...
Forum: Road Cycling
09-10-04, 02:34 PM
Replies: 35
Views: 6,623
Posted By BDK

:roflmao:

:roflmao:
Forum: Road Cycling
09-09-04, 10:04 AM
Replies: 18
Views: 1,771
Posted By BDK

You need to check out the slot canyons near Lake...

You need to check out the slot canyons near Lake Powell. They are incredible and I got some great pictures there a few years ago. At that time, you had to get a Navajo guide to take you back there...
09-07-04, 03:02 PM
Replies: 384
Views: 122,999
Posted By BDK

I've had my Townie 21 for a couple of months and...

I've had my Townie 21 for a couple of months and ride several times a week to lose weight. I really like the bike and the upright position is much better for my back and neck (after surgery a few...
Forum: Commuting
08-31-04, 12:28 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 822
Posted By BDK

That is the funniest, weirdest story I've ever...

That is the funniest, weirdest story I've ever heard...
08-31-04, 12:20 PM
Replies: 35
Views: 2,128
Posted By BDK

So now the guy is a lunatic? You are the one who...

So now the guy is a lunatic? You are the one who seems unhinged here Chris. By the way, could there be any possible situation in your mind where a cyclist fatality could be their own fault?
08-30-04, 01:23 PM
Replies: 35
Views: 2,128
Posted By BDK

Chris - however forgiving your bikes have been...

Chris - however forgiving your bikes have been (an overexaggeration if I ever heard one), if the guy had been in a car he probably wouldn't have died and the calls for the the lynching of the bus...
08-27-04, 04:53 PM
Replies: 35
Views: 2,128
Posted By BDK

I didn't say legit reason to kill him, I said to...

I didn't say legit reason to kill him, I said to not see him - big difference. If the scenario played out like I said, and the bus driver didn't see him, it really doesn't matter. He will be...
08-27-04, 03:13 PM
Replies: 35
Views: 2,128
Posted By BDK

If those are the conditions it just wasn't smart...

If those are the conditions it just wasn't smart for the cyclist to be there. You can argue your rights all day but the bus driver may have a legit reason for not seeing him. If you're dead the whole...
08-13-04, 02:40 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 13,732
Posted By BDK

Lobo, I have the Townie 21 and have been...

Lobo,

I have the Townie 21 and have been riding it for about 6 weeks. The seat is very comfortable for at least 15-20 miles (the farthest I have ridden so far). The weight of the bike is slightly...
Forum: Road Cycling
08-10-04, 03:49 PM
Replies: 25
Views: 7,880
Posted By BDK

Mallard - I also had the same surgery as you did...

Mallard - I also had the same surgery as you did about 7 years ago. I just started riding again a few months ago and haven't had any problems at all with it. I also, however, have a couple of...
08-09-04, 03:12 PM
Replies: 384
Views: 122,999
Posted By BDK

Angie - I also recommend tinkering with the seat...

Angie - I also recommend tinkering with the seat height. I got a Townie 21 about a month ago and have tended to have a few problems with my knees in the past. I haven't had any with the Townie. It is...
Forum: Road Cycling
08-06-04, 04:15 PM
Replies: 84
Views: 3,602
Posted By BDK

You're right, there are a few shoulders but...

You're right, there are a few shoulders but having grown up in Texas where you have a nice shoulder just about everywhere - it takes some getting used to.

Dan
Forum: Road Cycling
08-06-04, 02:46 PM
Replies: 84
Views: 3,602
Posted By BDK

Mt Juliet, TN - just outside Nashville, home of...

Mt Juliet, TN - just outside Nashville, home of the shoulderless road
Forum: Road Cycling
08-02-04, 03:50 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 952
Posted By BDK

I don't have much experience riding on those...

I don't have much experience riding on those roads in TN but just a note of caution - I love this state but we apparently don't believe in shoulders on the roads around here.
Forum: Introductions
07-30-04, 06:52 AM
Replies: 0
Views: 285
Posted By BDK

Newbie from TN

My name is Dan and I'm a new member on this board. I recently bought an Electra Townie 21 speed after back and neck problems took me off of a regular DF bike. I love my new bike and it is a lot of...
Forum: Road Cycling
07-29-04, 04:09 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 671
Posted By BDK

Just bought an Electra Townie 21 for the same...

Just bought an Electra Townie 21 for the same reason - lower back surgery, ruptured discs in neck that sometimes cause problems. I love this bike and it doesn't put any strain on your back or neck,...
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