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Forum: Commuting
09-16-04, 12:29 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 774
Posted By Mike0021

we actually do have a bike rack outside, but I...

we actually do have a bike rack outside, but I have never really been that comfortable with bike racks, i always worry that it will still get stolen, or a dog will pee on it, or someone will...
Forum: Commuting
09-16-04, 10:08 AM
Replies: 10
Views: 774
Posted By Mike0021

Tried the commute, not so good

I have recently decided to ride to work. I live and work in NYC, and I figured I would give it a "test drive" this past sunday (I work about 1 sunday a month, but I figured the streets would be quiet...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
09-07-04, 08:58 AM
Replies: 2
Views: 440
Posted By Mike0021

"air blasters"

Hi all,

Has anyone tried those air dusters people use in their offices to get the dirt out of the corners of their bikes? You know what I mean-- those metal cans of compressed air. Great for...
Forum: Commuting
09-07-04, 04:27 AM
Replies: 6
Views: 848
Posted By Mike0021

Where do I put my bike?

For all of you commuters, especially people driving around New York City, where do you put your bike once you arrive at work? I don't have an office, just a desk, and I don't think any of the closets...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
08-30-04, 11:42 AM
Replies: 2
Views: 677
Posted By Mike0021

Lance Armstrong... when ya gotta go

Is it true that riders on the tour de france urinate while riding without stopping? we have a bet here at my office... a coworker claims he heard that on the radio, and we are trying to see if its...
Forum: Road Cycling
08-24-04, 12:40 PM
Replies: 24
Views: 1,390
Posted By Mike0021

redhed, i totally know what you mean by...

redhed,

i totally know what you mean by "just really fierce competitors". my gf and I are like that too, we definitely love each other, but we also love getting the best of one another. whether it...
Forum: Road Cycling
08-24-04, 10:44 AM
Replies: 24
Views: 1,390
Posted By Mike0021

here is some imput for you -- my girlfriend...

here is some imput for you --

my girlfriend has a better bike than me, and when i say better i mean about 6 pounds lighter, 2 years newer, 105 gears while i have "sora equivalent" or whatever that...
Forum: Road Cycling
08-24-04, 10:29 AM
Replies: 12
Views: 749
Posted By Mike0021

gcasillo- sounds great, an ideal life, but what...

gcasillo- sounds great, an ideal life, but what happens when the money runs out? and there are a lot of great learning experiences to learn at school other than just buying a degree -- the evolution...
Forum: Road Cycling
08-24-04, 10:00 AM
Replies: 10
Views: 676
Posted By Mike0021

Sorry this is such a basic question but is it bad...

Sorry this is such a basic question but is it bad for the bike to use one of these trainers? I mean, is it a lot of wear and tear? Even though you aren't moving it may wear the chain down...
Forum: Road Cycling
08-23-04, 12:42 PM
Replies: 14
Views: 581
Posted By Mike0021

I worry about new york city shops being anal and...

I worry about new york city shops being anal and untrusting -- i might head over to brooklyn or even jersey to do a serious test drive -- i want to make sure the bike feels good before a 1200 buck...
Forum: Road Cycling
08-23-04, 11:41 AM
Replies: 14
Views: 581
Posted By Mike0021

bike shopping on the lunch break sounds pretty...

bike shopping on the lunch break sounds pretty tasty -- thanks for the info
Forum: Road Cycling
08-23-04, 11:08 AM
Replies: 14
Views: 581
Posted By Mike0021

did sid's let you test drive? what about the...

did sid's let you test drive? what about the lafayette? the lafayette one is near me

the one you are thinking of is gotham bikes, and they are the ones that didnt let me test drive. they also only...
Forum: Road Cycling
08-23-04, 10:03 AM
Replies: 14
Views: 581
Posted By Mike0021

hi brunning, I see that you are located in...

hi brunning,

I see that you are located in NYC -- so am I. I have only gone to one local bike shop, and they not only did they not have a whole lot of selection, but when I asked for a test ride...
Forum: Road Cycling
08-23-04, 09:11 AM
Replies: 3
Views: 489
Posted By Mike0021

I have a Fuji Hybrid, which I got for exactly...

I have a Fuji Hybrid, which I got for exactly that reason -- to be able to do both road trails and gravel/foot paths -- on my third ride I got a bad flat, and when I took it back to the store the guy...
Forum: Road Cycling
08-23-04, 08:43 AM
Replies: 14
Views: 581
Posted By Mike0021

Question on good advice

Hi all,

I have been reading a lot of the "help a noobie pick a new road bike" threads (which are great and very informative by the way) but there is one common piece of advice that comes up a lot:...
Forum: Road Cycling
08-20-04, 08:00 AM
Replies: 15
Views: 844
Posted By Mike0021

I definitely agree that I want to get it before...

I definitely agree that I want to get it before the winter freeze, but right now I am more concerned about getting a good price since I'm on a tight budget. I figured anytime before the spring rush...
Forum: Road Cycling
08-20-04, 07:26 AM
Replies: 154
Views: 7,412
Posted By Mike0021

I also carry mine, but I leave it off. This past...

I also carry mine, but I leave it off. This past weekend I was on a ride through the middle of NJ (all farm land, miles away from most things) and one guy took a fall and ended up going to the...
Forum: Road Cycling
08-20-04, 06:47 AM
Replies: 15
Views: 844
Posted By Mike0021

When to buy a new road bike

Now that the summer is coming to an end, I'm getting ready to upgrade. Currently have a hybrid, thinking (strongly) of getting a real road bike. However, gotta watch the budget (don't want to spend...
Forum: Road Cycling
08-15-04, 08:19 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 492
Posted By Mike0021

Handle Bar colors

Hi All,

My girlfriend is looking for a new road bike, but most bikes tend to come with handlebars with a certain color tape. Is this easy to change? She found a bike she really likes, but it comes...
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