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Forum: Road Cycling
04-01-08, 09:42 AM
Replies: 53
Views: 12,001
Posted By SaskCyclist

I understand all the pitfalls of buying from...

I understand all the pitfalls of buying from Costco.....I support my LBS. The deal just seems to good to be true. I was just curious what the forums opinions might be.

Thanks for your help.
Forum: Road Cycling
04-01-08, 09:07 AM
Replies: 53
Views: 12,001
Posted By SaskCyclist

$1500 Carbon Fibre Costco Road Bike

Hi all. What part of this deal would you be the most concerned with?

$1500 for a new Infinity Carbon Fibre road bike with Shimano 105 components sold by Costco. Is it worth a look or should I...
Forum: Commuting
04-11-06, 07:56 AM
Replies: 19
Views: 1,072
Posted By SaskCyclist

Check out www.bikes.com - Rocky Mountain Bikes. ...

Check out www.bikes.com - Rocky Mountain Bikes. Handbuilt Canadian bikes complete with the tag of which employee built which component. I paid $800 Cdn for my Rocky RC-30.
Forum: Commuting
03-03-06, 10:22 AM
Replies: 59
Views: 1,993
Posted By SaskCyclist

Excellent ride in today. I forgot my boots at...

Excellent ride in today. I forgot my boots at work yesterday (I caught a ride home.) So my feet were a little chilled in hiking boots. -20C and calm. The sun is up by the time I get to work...
Forum: Commuting
03-02-06, 03:28 PM
Replies: 59
Views: 1,993
Posted By SaskCyclist

You guys must have a huge amount of snow but now....

You guys must have a huge amount of snow but now. Seems to me you received alot in early Feb as well. There is barely enough here to cover the ground. Good for the cycling...not so good for the...
Forum: Commuting
03-01-06, 08:53 AM
Replies: 59
Views: 1,993
Posted By SaskCyclist

Hi all. It is a nice day for a bike ride....or...

Hi all. It is a nice day for a bike ride....or so my boss said to me on the way into the office. I think he was being a smart ass. It rained on and off all night (-6C) then it snowed 2 inches and...
Forum: Commuting
02-28-06, 08:10 AM
Replies: 59
Views: 1,993
Posted By SaskCyclist

Hey there Riderfan_lee, where does your commute...

Hey there Riderfan_lee, where does your commute take you in Saskatoon (roads or mup). I understand that one of the old bridges is only open to bike and foot traffic right now. How does that work...
Forum: Commuting
02-28-06, 08:06 AM
Replies: 59
Views: 1,993
Posted By SaskCyclist

Persistance will pay off in spades. It sounds...

Persistance will pay off in spades. It sounds like you have a good attitude eventhough the day was really crappy. I was getting flats all the time so I put liners in the tires. It may add a few...
Forum: Commuting
02-27-06, 12:59 PM
Replies: 28
Views: 5,533
Posted By SaskCyclist

+1

+1
Forum: Commuting
02-27-06, 08:47 AM
Replies: 59
Views: 1,993
Posted By SaskCyclist

Mars - I am using Nokian Extreme 296's. They are...

Mars - I am using Nokian Extreme 296's. They are very slow but I have only crashed a couple of times in the last two years. When there isn't any ice on my commute I use 700 by 28. My commute is...
Forum: Commuting
02-23-06, 08:01 AM
Replies: 48
Views: 1,298
Posted By SaskCyclist

For all those who commute in rain and snow for...

For all those who commute in rain and snow for extended periods....hats off to you. We may be colder than your average commute but it is definitely easier to deal with than rain and snow.

I...
Forum: Commuting
02-21-06, 12:14 PM
Replies: 48
Views: 1,298
Posted By SaskCyclist

The commute this morning was -7C with a stiff...

The commute this morning was -7C with a stiff breeze and lots of snow comming down without much accumulation. It was a very nice ride.

As for the questions of the week. My comfort factor is...
Forum: Commuting
02-17-06, 10:06 AM
Replies: 11
Views: 486
Posted By SaskCyclist

We bought a chariot because it is a jogger,...

We bought a chariot because it is a jogger, stroller and a trailer all rolled into one. We bought the Cheetah. The shops in our area didn't carry Burley so I can't speak to them. There is a lot of...
Forum: Commuting
02-17-06, 09:34 AM
Replies: 57
Views: 1,950
Posted By SaskCyclist

How many times...if I can't take it on the bike,...

How many times...if I can't take it on the bike, it may never get there. I have actually thought of tieing a slow cooker to the rack but instead I came up with something different. I am sure it can...
Forum: Commuting
02-17-06, 09:18 AM
Replies: 69
Views: 1,456
Posted By SaskCyclist

Mornin all. I did not ride yesterday or today. ...

Mornin all. I did not ride yesterday or today. The temp is -47C with the wind and it would be in my face all the way in. No thanks. We are supposed to climb out of this deep freeze by Monday. I...
Forum: Commuting
02-15-06, 10:16 AM
Replies: 69
Views: 1,456
Posted By SaskCyclist

Morning all. We may not have any snow but today...

Morning all. We may not have any snow but today is cold. On the ride in it was -22C with a 30K in your face wind to make it about -30C. It felt like I was dragging my ass all the way to work with a...
Forum: Commuting
02-13-06, 04:05 PM
Replies: 69
Views: 1,456
Posted By SaskCyclist

You guys are amazing to ride in that kind of...

You guys are amazing to ride in that kind of snow. Anybody can ride in the cold, but 11 inches of snow. Whoa....I am on the bus.
Forum: Commuting
02-13-06, 08:56 AM
Replies: 69
Views: 1,456
Posted By SaskCyclist

Nothing quite like a farmer blow to put an end to...

Nothing quite like a farmer blow to put an end to a drippy nose. I admire the arc and distance as well. In the super cold air those suckers really fly. I do try to make sure no one is around; I am...
Forum: Commuting
02-13-06, 08:39 AM
Replies: 54
Views: 1,669
Posted By SaskCyclist

I am envious. We still have the same rock hard...

I am envious. We still have the same rock hard ice crap snow on the ground we had back in December.

Today is -8C with full sun and zero wind. Another perfect day in paradise! Wish you were...
Forum: Commuting
02-09-06, 03:27 PM
Replies: 54
Views: 1,669
Posted By SaskCyclist

It is just a number. The company labels them as...

It is just a number. The company labels them as their "-40" socks as they are the best socks for the coldest temp. that they make. I have worn them on the coldest days I ride (-30C to -35C so far)....
Forum: Commuting
02-08-06, 08:55 AM
Replies: 54
Views: 1,669
Posted By SaskCyclist

60 miles is still 60 miles. Wow, that is...

60 miles is still 60 miles. Wow, that is impressive.
Forum: Commuting
02-08-06, 08:52 AM
Replies: 54
Views: 1,669
Posted By SaskCyclist

One leg at a time.....seriously though, I wear a...

One leg at a time.....seriously though, I wear a base layer of either wool/polyester blend(undershirt)or underarmour coldgear with a polyester/spandex top(Sporthill - Swift material). Over top I use...
Forum: Commuting
02-08-06, 08:25 AM
Replies: 12
Views: 662
Posted By SaskCyclist

For the winter, I just don't worry about a drink...

For the winter, I just don't worry about a drink until I get to home/work. My ride only last about 45 min.
Forum: Commuting
02-07-06, 08:42 AM
Replies: 54
Views: 1,669
Posted By SaskCyclist

Today we finally have a little taste of winter....

Today we finally have a little taste of winter. :D The temp was -21C and calm. There is nothing like breathing in that first lung full on the morning ride. Talking about short vehicular trips. A...
Forum: Commuting
02-06-06, 12:08 PM
Replies: 54
Views: 1,669
Posted By SaskCyclist

I feel your anticipation. My hopes are with you...

I feel your anticipation. My hopes are with you for the sunshine; nothing beats a bright sunny day without haze or smog!
Forum: Commuting
02-06-06, 08:40 AM
Replies: 54
Views: 1,669
Posted By SaskCyclist

Windy (41K headwind), a little snowy and -8C...

Windy (41K headwind), a little snowy and -8C makes for a pretty average day for February. Eventhough I ride a mtb in the winter I still try to be as aerodynamic as possible. It is all about...
Forum: Commuting
02-03-06, 02:44 PM
Replies: 88
Views: 2,391
Posted By SaskCyclist

Can you elaborate on your station closing....are...

Can you elaborate on your station closing....are you getting a new one?
Forum: Commuting
02-03-06, 02:42 PM
Replies: 88
Views: 2,391
Posted By SaskCyclist

It doesn't sound like fun. But just imagine,...

It doesn't sound like fun. But just imagine, once you get the hiccups out of your renewed commute and you are back in the groove it will be clear sailing.

May your commute home be trouble free...
Forum: Commuting
02-02-06, 10:12 AM
Replies: 27
Views: 1,986
Posted By SaskCyclist

Can someone help me out here, all I see is a...

Can someone help me out here, all I see is a smilie face icon. There aren't any pictures posted by the op on my screen. Is it a setting or something?
Forum: Winter Cycling
02-01-06, 02:30 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 914
Posted By SaskCyclist

Believe it or not, we have Canadian Geese that...

Believe it or not, we have Canadian Geese that winter here every year. So far this year they definitely were the smart geese of the bunch. Other years when it is -30C, I would think it would be...
Forum: Commuting
02-01-06, 09:42 AM
Replies: 88
Views: 2,391
Posted By SaskCyclist

My preference is a normal or long sleeve t that...

My preference is a normal or long sleeve t that is not necessarily intended for commuting.

Does anybody have any idea how those iron on deals work? What I am thinking is that once we have a...
Forum: Commuting
02-01-06, 07:57 AM
Replies: 88
Views: 2,391
Posted By SaskCyclist

Where do I sign? I like the devil but I am also...

Where do I sign? I like the devil but I am also okay with the other "ying yang" one. Good commute today..nothing like a 35K tailwind to push you along. The weather network says Old Man Winter will...
Forum: Commuting
01-31-06, 08:42 AM
Replies: 63
Views: 2,990
Posted By SaskCyclist

....when you are riding in a car and more...

....when you are riding in a car and more interested in checking out and envious of the dude/chick on the bike at the stop light beside you. Most other people around you are probably thinking about...
Forum: Commuting
01-31-06, 08:29 AM
Replies: 88
Views: 2,391
Posted By SaskCyclist

Today I took the bus. I know, I know, Not very...

Today I took the bus. I know, I know, Not very extremish is it. However, I felt like I was infiltrating an enemy camp. I wanted to secretly let the others on the bus in on what everyone on the...
Forum: Commuting
01-26-06, 08:45 AM
Replies: 38
Views: 1,130
Posted By SaskCyclist

Well, another week of January commutes. You...

Well, another week of January commutes. You would think I would be standing tall and saying "yes, I bike to work in the middle of January in Saskatchewan." I can describe this January as a real...
Forum: Commuting
01-23-06, 08:49 AM
Replies: 19
Views: 805
Posted By SaskCyclist

I carry my suit and tie in each day in a set of...

I carry my suit and tie in each day in a set of panniers which came with rain covers so nothing gets wet. You could also use plastic shopping bags to keep things dry. If you roll your clothes when...
Forum: Commuting
01-19-06, 04:47 PM
Replies: 15
Views: 840
Posted By SaskCyclist

Congratz! Try not to buckle to the almighty...

Congratz! Try not to buckle to the almighty buck. Although every man has his limit as to how much money it takes to change your mind.

Funny thing how the place you commute to comes in second to...
Forum: Commuting
01-18-06, 10:51 AM
Replies: 51
Views: 1,894
Posted By SaskCyclist

Amen.

Amen.
Forum: Commuting
01-18-06, 10:48 AM
Replies: 26
Views: 1,033
Posted By SaskCyclist

Tomorrow will be a better day. I agree with...

Tomorrow will be a better day. I agree with DataJunkie; get through it have a couple of beer and try again tomorrow. If you give up on this day (because it was unexpected crappy); you are also...
Forum: Commuting
01-18-06, 08:37 AM
Replies: 51
Views: 1,894
Posted By SaskCyclist

A Men's Health Magazine article indicated that...

A Men's Health Magazine article indicated that regular coffee contains anti-oxidents. There are probably 200 different studies indicating good and bad reasons for drinking coffee. My theory is...
Forum: Commuting
01-17-06, 08:29 AM
Replies: 48
Views: 1,199
Posted By SaskCyclist

I guess I got my wish; on the weekend we had a...

I guess I got my wish; on the weekend we had a blast of winter with freezing rain and snow. Monday came around with a brutal wind. I wussed out and stayed home. Good thing I did because by 10:00 I...
Forum: Commuting
01-13-06, 08:57 AM
Replies: 25
Views: 804
Posted By SaskCyclist

Are you thinking you might get away without...

Are you thinking you might get away without studed tires for the rest of the winter? Our roads and pathways aren't usually clear until the end of March. However this year has been anything but...
Forum: Triathlon
01-12-06, 01:14 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 1,275
Posted By SaskCyclist

If running is that simple please enlighten me as...

If running is that simple please enlighten me as to your ways. I am not looking to be screwed with; I would just like some positive thoughts and feedback about how people go about preparing for the...
Forum: Commuting
01-12-06, 08:17 AM
Replies: 9
Views: 508
Posted By SaskCyclist

I run 28's on my regular commuter bike and use...

I run 28's on my regular commuter bike and use liners. I have kept the pressure at 100psi and I have had only one flat in several months of commuting. :D I didn't have any specific direction from...
Forum: Commuting
01-11-06, 08:07 AM
Replies: 17
Views: 790
Posted By SaskCyclist

From -30C to +30C I use a $35 dollar Bell Ukon...

From -30C to +30C I use a $35 dollar Bell Ukon II. At around zero celcius I add a thin balaclava and once it hits -15C or so is use a thicker one. My head has never been cold or baked so it works...
Forum: Triathlon
01-09-06, 10:08 AM
Replies: 11
Views: 1,275
Posted By SaskCyclist

Do you just get out and run or do you actually...

Do you just get out and run or do you actually put thought into your technique. I am running a 1/2 marathon and an olympic tri this summer. I came across this technique for running and I am...
Forum: Winter Cycling
01-09-06, 09:05 AM
Replies: 7
Views: 878
Posted By SaskCyclist

I'll second the Under Armour Cold Gear. But only...

I'll second the Under Armour Cold Gear. But only when it is below -10C for the top and -15C for the bottom. Otherwise I use one layer of Sporthill winter gear with a somewhat breathable wind...
Forum: Commuting
01-09-06, 09:00 AM
Replies: 25
Views: 804
Posted By SaskCyclist

Amen.....just one stretch about a week or so and...

Amen.....just one stretch about a week or so and then spring. Sounds good to me.
Forum: Commuting
01-09-06, 08:04 AM
Replies: 27
Views: 1,522
Posted By SaskCyclist

Same here. Should be 16 not 8.

Same here. Should be 16 not 8.
Forum: Commuting
01-09-06, 07:59 AM
Replies: 25
Views: 804
Posted By SaskCyclist

My winter commute has been unexplicably routine. ...

My winter commute has been unexplicably routine. I thought I was extreme in cycling in the winter and I so I could justify my contributions to this thread. I find myself hoping for some -30C temps...
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