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Forum: Touring
11-18-12, 11:52 AM
Replies: 37
Views: 4,331
Posted By radshark

Bike Box recommendation?

Hi,

I'm thinking of doing some travelling and bringing my bicycle (road bike) with me. I've noticed in some touring pictures some savvy travellers using cardboard boxes. However, they are...
Forum: Road Cycling
03-26-12, 08:07 PM
Replies: 17
Views: 1,082
Posted By radshark

First - get a bike fitting - which should be...

First - get a bike fitting - which should be included if you bought the bike new - will ensure pain-free miles once your butt is broken in. It's a very good investment considering the distances you...
Forum: Touring
01-10-12, 03:02 PM
Replies: 14
Views: 1,124
Posted By radshark

Bike tour recommendations.

I'm contemplating a one/two week supported US road trip this spring. There doesn't seem to be a shortage of bike tour companies to choose from - but I'm generally surprised at the cost. At least...
Forum: Road Cycling
01-10-12, 10:00 AM
Replies: 96
Views: 6,042
Posted By radshark

+1 and fuel efficient to boot.

+1 and fuel efficient to boot.
Forum: Road Cycling
01-08-12, 06:54 PM
Replies: 244
Views: 13,893
Posted By radshark

Is the frame design novel? No one has made a...

Is the frame design novel? No one has made a bike frame similar to the "LONGBOW FLEX™ STAY SUSPENSION" out of any material in the past several decades?
Forum: Road Cycling
01-06-12, 03:19 PM
Replies: 244
Views: 13,893
Posted By radshark

I think Specialized should articulate and prove...

I think Specialized should articulate and prove exactly what intellectual assets were *stolen* as per their IP agreement. In the interim - I hope Trek or Giant approaches Volagi and purchase the IP...
Forum: Road Cycling
01-04-12, 09:56 PM
Replies: 147
Views: 7,266
Posted By radshark

In terms of calorie output I can easily burn more...

In terms of calorie output I can easily burn more calories cycling than running (for example). I can't run for 3 hours without beating the heck out of myself... but a 3 hour bike ride is pretty...
Forum: Road Cycling
12-28-11, 12:17 PM
Replies: 146
Views: 9,220
Posted By radshark

Then they are doing exactly what they should be...

Then they are doing exactly what they should be doing.
Forum: Advocacy & Safety
12-12-11, 01:43 PM
Replies: 76
Views: 5,682
Posted By radshark

I like .. thanks for that!

I like .. thanks for that!
Forum: Road Cycling
12-09-11, 01:10 PM
Replies: 283
Views: 15,214
Posted By radshark

Nope. Blew by a few of them...

Nope. Blew by a few of them...
Forum: Road Cycling
12-09-11, 01:09 PM
Replies: 49
Views: 2,301
Posted By radshark

Many ppl wrap electrical tape etc.. on their...

Many ppl wrap electrical tape etc.. on their bikes to attract less attention. And thank your employer for letting you bring you bike inside - mine refuses to do so even though several bikes have...
Forum: Road Cycling
12-09-11, 01:03 PM
Replies: 42
Views: 2,452
Posted By radshark

+1 I'd like to know more before sharing my...

+1

I'd like to know more before sharing my personal information.
Forum: Advocacy & Safety
12-09-11, 12:47 PM
Replies: 92
Views: 3,912
Posted By radshark

Sad. The position of the bike is odd... ...

Sad.

The position of the bike is odd... the shoulder looks wide enough but does have a lot of debris. I would likely ride the line if the shoulder is sketchy on my road bike.

I would be...
Forum: Advocacy & Safety
12-09-11, 12:22 PM
Replies: 59
Views: 3,262
Posted By radshark

The only person who needs to stop whining, STFU,...

The only person who needs to stop whining, STFU, and get some sense is you.

Your encouraged to direct half-baked poison at someone else who might actually care.

Have a nice day.
Forum: Advocacy & Safety
12-06-11, 09:58 AM
Replies: 11
Views: 899
Posted By radshark

I4 is notoriously packed. Mix in...

I4 is notoriously packed. Mix in hyper-aggressive drivers from Orlando and I can easily how it becomes unnerving. That said, US interstates, in general, are very good outside major cities. Try the...
Forum: Advocacy & Safety
12-03-11, 11:29 PM
Replies: 59
Views: 3,262
Posted By radshark

Yep. The law says stop like a dork despite all...

Yep. The law says stop like a dork despite all your senses telling you its safe to proceed. Can't have anyone thinking for themselves now can we... you should be locked-up you rolling menace!
Forum: Advocacy & Safety
12-03-11, 11:18 PM
Replies: 34
Views: 1,327
Posted By radshark

Cell phones should be engineered to not work...

Cell phones should be engineered to not work while in motion. It will stop some legitimate uses. But mankind insists on behaving like an ape without the ability to make sound decisions...
Forum: Advocacy & Safety
12-03-11, 11:07 PM
Replies: 24
Views: 1,630
Posted By radshark

Licensing huh? Its called a punitive tax in my...

Licensing huh? Its called a punitive tax in my books. I'd never pay it.

I wonder what's next? A pedestrian license to pay for sidewalks or a sand-box license to pay for the playground?
Forum: Advocacy & Safety
12-03-11, 11:05 PM
Replies: 59
Views: 3,262
Posted By radshark

The problem is many 4 way stops in the burbs are...

The problem is many 4 way stops in the burbs are put there to slow down traffic - not because its busy. I personally slow down to double check every thing before going through.

If that's what...
Forum: Road Cycling
11-20-11, 06:14 PM
Replies: 39
Views: 3,726
Posted By radshark

Just need a motorcycle license now :) BTW -...

Just need a motorcycle license now :)

BTW - nice boat!
Forum: Road Cycling
11-20-11, 06:13 PM
Replies: 39
Views: 3,726
Posted By radshark

I was five .. it had training wheels. My mom...

I was five .. it had training wheels. My mom gave me a push and I took off down a dirt path near our house. I couldn't remember how to brake so I steered into a large blue spruce.

My first...
Forum: Road Cycling
11-10-11, 08:03 PM
Replies: 29
Views: 2,311
Posted By radshark

Voler .. I have a few Ions that have lasted a few...

Voler .. I have a few Ions that have lasted a few seasons and still look good.
Forum: Road Cycling
11-10-11, 07:55 PM
Replies: 473
Views: 26,761
Posted By radshark

Amen. Keep it up kids!

Amen. Keep it up kids!
Forum: Road Cycling
10-26-11, 05:07 PM
Replies: 157
Views: 8,078
Posted By radshark

Can such a team expand the audience for the sport?

Can such a team expand the audience for the sport?
Forum: Advocacy & Safety
10-25-11, 07:45 AM
Replies: 313
Views: 18,101
Posted By radshark

If only someone would have a full length cycling...

If only someone would have a full length cycling suit that looks like a business suit....
Forum: Road Cycling
10-23-11, 04:45 PM
Replies: 24
Views: 1,260
Posted By radshark

A "number two" on his doorstop in the middle of...

A "number two" on his doorstop in the middle of the night. Make sure you bring your air horn to let em know your all done.
Forum: Advocacy & Safety
10-21-11, 07:59 AM
Replies: 2
Views: 542
Posted By radshark

Driver who struck 5 Kanata cyclists found guilty

Sommit Luangpakham guilty on all 10 charges of dangerous driving causing bodily harm and leaving the scene of an accident. Sentencing hearing on Jan. 6

Luangpakham testified Monday he fell asleep...
Forum: Advocacy & Safety
10-19-11, 08:48 PM
Replies: 58
Views: 2,123
Posted By radshark

So what is it we can do with the information?...

So what is it we can do with the information? Perhaps a site that catalogs video by make model plate number city etc... that can be searched by police would be useful. Maybe cycling advocacy groups...
Forum: Advocacy & Safety
10-19-11, 10:08 AM
Replies: 121
Views: 5,906
Posted By radshark

Yep - he certainly got to the red light faster...

Yep - he certainly got to the red light faster didn't he?

These incidents really beg for anti-harassment laws. The second video of the red corolla is downright scary. Too bad there was no front...
Forum: Advocacy & Safety
10-19-11, 09:56 AM
Replies: 11
Views: 1,080
Posted By radshark

Beware - the link sends my malware detector in to...

Beware - the link sends my malware detector in to a hissy fit.

Thumbs up for S.C. :thumb:
Forum: Advocacy & Safety
10-19-11, 09:52 AM
Replies: 730
Views: 84,761
Posted By radshark

+1

+1
Forum: Advocacy & Safety
10-18-11, 08:35 AM
Replies: 14
Views: 1,210
Posted By radshark

very nice!

very nice!
Forum: Advocacy & Safety
10-18-11, 08:26 AM
Replies: 26
Views: 1,892
Posted By radshark

This guy is amazing. He claims he thought he...

This guy is amazing. He claims he thought he struck a pole.

First - he didn't slow down after the crash (witness). How do you not do that .. how do you not see five cyclists, bikes, etc.....
Forum: Road Cycling
10-17-11, 09:12 AM
Replies: 79
Views: 3,468
Posted By radshark

Agreed. As a runner I been running out of legs...

Agreed. As a runner I been running out of legs before aerobic capacity when cycling. For me running is much more cardio intense than cycling.

Aero position is critical. I cruise on my hoods at...
Forum: Road Cycling
10-17-11, 08:56 AM
Replies: 92
Views: 3,721
Posted By radshark

That's a heck of a deal. I'd jump on that in a...

That's a heck of a deal. I'd jump on that in a heartbeat. Almost wish I was in the "Peg".
Forum: Road Cycling
10-17-11, 08:54 AM
Replies: 92
Views: 3,721
Posted By radshark

lol ... naw .. the weather is so crappy (dark,...

lol ... naw .. the weather is so crappy (dark, cold, wet) before and (cold, wet) after winter we have two new seasons - pre and post winter. :)

The three or four weeks of summer (when it's not...
Forum: Road Cycling
10-17-11, 08:46 AM
Replies: 18
Views: 996
Posted By radshark

Perhaps try used sporting good stores for a...

Perhaps try used sporting good stores for a decent children's or xxxs women's bike. A used bike shop might be helpful too.

I have a friend who was in a similar position - she was able to find an...
Forum: Advocacy & Safety
10-15-11, 12:28 PM
Replies: 249
Views: 8,233
Posted By radshark

Because Big Money doesn't like bikes. The recent...

Because Big Money doesn't like bikes. The recent GM ad is an example.
Forum: Advocacy & Safety
10-15-11, 12:25 PM
Replies: 33
Views: 1,737
Posted By radshark

This is exactly why motorists, who endanger lives...

This is exactly why motorists, who endanger lives when they start intimidating cyclists on the road, are rarely approached by police. Legislators know this - I suspect another motive is at play as...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
10-14-11, 10:57 PM
Replies: 51
Views: 2,715
Posted By radshark

Worried about cycling cutting into sales are...

Worried about cycling cutting into sales are they? They should be. I know I drive a lot less since I started cycling.
Forum: Road Cycling
10-04-11, 07:26 PM
Replies: 143
Views: 6,700
Posted By radshark

I'm guessing - I think its red - upright...

I'm guessing - I think its

red - upright standard bike
blue - on the hoods, and
purple - on the drops.
Forum: Road Cycling
10-04-11, 07:23 PM
Replies: 143
Views: 6,700
Posted By radshark

Fixed.

Fixed.
Forum: Advocacy & Safety
10-03-11, 08:31 PM
Replies: 17
Views: 6,100
Posted By radshark

I nearly bought it the other day. I was zoned...

I nearly bought it the other day. I was zoned out crossing the ICW when I suddenly realized I was on a wet grate when I could feel my front moving around on me.
Forum: Road Cycling
10-01-11, 06:53 PM
Replies: 258
Views: 13,516
Posted By radshark

+1 - good flick.

+1 - good flick.
Forum: Road Cycling
10-01-11, 11:03 AM
Replies: 7
Views: 623
Posted By radshark

Nice ride. That's amazing. Good Job.

Nice ride. That's amazing. Good Job.
Forum: Framebuilders
09-30-11, 05:29 PM
Replies: 14
Views: 5,401
Posted By radshark

I guess the trick is to stand back as far as...

I guess the trick is to stand back as far as possible to minimize parallax and use a high resolution camera.
Forum: Road Cycling
09-30-11, 02:27 PM
Replies: 38
Views: 1,909
Posted By radshark

<------------------ use liberally I've...

<------------------ use liberally



I've been rained on for the past 5/5 rides. On a happy note I think my rolling resistance went down a bit when the tires started to form a center bead of...
Forum: Road Cycling
09-29-11, 07:19 PM
Replies: 66
Views: 2,685
Posted By radshark

Probably just calculating .. 150 @10% = 15...

Probably just calculating ..

150 @10% = 15 lbs

15lbs @ 3500 cal/lb = 52,500 calories.

Ah well .. close.

Here is a link to the Mayo clinic .....
Forum: Road Cycling
09-29-11, 07:07 PM
Replies: 53
Views: 2,439
Posted By radshark

I have a "take a look" mirror. It works good -...

I have a "take a look" mirror. It works good - little vibration and good optics quality.
Forum: Road Cycling
09-29-11, 12:59 PM
Replies: 61
Views: 3,466
Posted By radshark

Here you go ... all answers are found at the Fred...

Here you go ... all answers are found at the Fred Society (http://www.fredsociety.com/buttons.html).

Too bad they don't have a few bike jerseys... :rolleyes:
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