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Forum: Commuting
01-18-12, 03:34 PM
Replies: 3,987
Views: 132,879
Posted By motob

Hey, Glad to see someone else commuted today in...

Hey, Glad to see someone else commuted today in the "top news story North West snow storm". Took out the mountain bike and left the cyclocross commuter in the garage. I just hope the roads are...
Forum: Commuting
11-07-11, 12:13 PM
Replies: 106
Views: 4,074
Posted By motob

I really hate the senior walking the dog at night...

I really hate the senior walking the dog at night on a trail with the dog jetting across the path with a leash. No lights and no apologies (get off my path little boy on the bike).
Biggest fear...
Forum: Electronics, Lighting, & Gadgets
11-07-11, 11:50 AM
Replies: 6
Views: 835
Posted By motob

I use a MS 808 on the helmet and a MS 872 on the...

I use a MS 808 on the helmet and a MS 872 on the bar. I do not disconnect each night or on the weekend. I too don't think the glow light on the button draws enough to make a difference. One note,...
Forum: Electronics, Lighting, & Gadgets
10-31-11, 03:42 PM
Replies: 16
Views: 1,757
Posted By motob

Two years on a MagicShine 802 with great battery...

Two years on a MagicShine 802 with great battery life and no problems ($70). I just bought a MagicShine 872 two months ago ($140) and have been happy so far. Only complaint, it took a month to get...
Forum: Commuting
10-31-11, 11:52 AM
Replies: 40
Views: 3,285
Posted By motob

Commuting in the dark is actually a ton of fun. ...

Commuting in the dark is actually a ton of fun. It’s kind of cool spotting wildlife and being the only bike on the road and trail in the dark. I have tried in the past plenty of high end lights in...
Forum: Fifty Plus (50+)
08-15-11, 12:14 PM
Replies: 22
Views: 6,369
Posted By motob

Humm, blazingpedals--judging an entire profession...

Humm, blazingpedals--judging an entire profession from one contact with one physician. I don't know what you do for a living, think about the same judgment.
I am a licensed Podiatrist for 15 years...
Forum: Road Cycling
08-15-11, 10:20 AM
Replies: 21
Views: 2,562
Posted By motob

Update on an inexpensive wide cycling shoe. I...

Update on an inexpensive wide cycling shoe. I wanted a commuter shoe for under $100 (mtn bike) and didn't want to even look at Sedi Mega due to price. Very pleased with Lake wide shoes. Good...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
08-04-11, 11:29 AM
Replies: 0
Views: 467
Posted By motob

emergency tire split repair on STP--it worked

Thought I would share a tire patch job that actually worked for me on the STP.
At mile 170 (of 203) my sons rear tire split 2 inches down the center gapping open exposing and blowing the tube. I...
Forum: Pacific Northwest
08-04-11, 11:05 AM
Replies: 4
Views: 817
Posted By motob

thanks for the cam. My 2 boys (13 and 16) did it...

thanks for the cam. My 2 boys (13 and 16) did it with me this year. 150 1st day and 53 next day. They will love to see this.
Forum: Clydesdales/Athenas (200+ lb / 91+ kg)
07-06-11, 06:26 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 801
Posted By motob

bike fit key to wrist pain

I agree with adjustments. A proper bike fit is key. Your hand can go numb from improper saddle position or height, or bar rotation or height. If you feel you are being slid forward on to your...
Forum: Road Cycling
06-27-11, 10:49 AM
Replies: 80
Views: 7,749
Posted By motob

My local bike shop came in at the same price for...

My local bike shop came in at the same price for a CAAD 10.3 as did REI, then I went with a super six anyway. Can I put a price on the help the LBS gives you with advise and knowledge--and yes they...
Forum: Singlespeed & Fixed Gear
05-17-11, 04:50 PM
Replies: 43
Views: 3,683
Posted By motob

On my road bike where weight is a issue I use a...

On my road bike where weight is a issue I use a clip on led called Firefly from roadid.com http://www.roadid.com/Common/Catalog.aspx?C=Firefly. I clip the red on the back saddle bag strap, and zip...
Forum: Road Cycling
05-16-11, 07:31 PM
Replies: 14
Views: 708
Posted By motob

for what its worth: My tech at the LBS uses...

for what its worth: My tech at the LBS uses simple green 80% with 20% mineral spirits in a spray bottle on chain rings, cassettes, cogs--anything with grime. A park tool chain cleaner on the on the...
Forum: Road Cycling
05-16-11, 05:16 PM
Replies: 21
Views: 2,562
Posted By motob

One vote for the Sidi mega. I wear a 13 with...

One vote for the Sidi mega. I wear a 13 with some Ds or Es if I can get them, and my Sidi 48 Mega fits great. Best wide road shoe I have tried (Lake, Spec, Shimano). Try ebay. I think I picked up...
Forum: Commuting
05-09-11, 12:02 PM
Replies: 17
Views: 568
Posted By motob

I commute on a cyclocross bike with touring...

I commute on a cyclocross bike with touring tires, and the kenda cross that came with the bike did well on packed clay and gravel just preferred the better road ride with marathons. You may have a...
Forum: Commuting
05-09-11, 10:21 AM
Replies: 25
Views: 1,623
Posted By motob

I have good luck with my marathon 410 700x32 on...

I have good luck with my marathon 410 700x32 on wet roads. Much more confident than gatorskins on my 700x23. Looked at your website. Prices looked very good until I realized they are in Brittish...
Forum: Commuting
05-06-11, 12:39 PM
Replies: 15,695
Views: 12,382,709
Posted By motob

SKS long board 700x32. They fit the rack...

SKS long board 700x32. They fit the rack braz-eons for easy fit. I did trim excess length on the wire supports. They do have good coverage that keeps me dry. So far durable
Forum: Commuting
05-06-11, 11:22 AM
Replies: 15,695
Views: 12,382,709
Posted By motob

200764200763 2011 Motobecane Fantom Cyclocross ...

200764200763
2011 Motobecane Fantom Cyclocross
so far put 500 miles on this. Great ride happy for under $700 with the additions. So much more comfy than my Cdale super six for commuting, and way...
Forum: Clydesdales/Athenas (200+ lb / 91+ kg)
05-05-11, 04:37 PM
Replies: 42
Views: 17,152
Posted By motob

You will love high pressure road touring tires if...

You will love high pressure road touring tires if you are currently using mtn bike off road. The key is the rubber compound, tread, and psi. Most tire manufactures will rate their tire on rolling...
Forum: Commuting
05-05-11, 04:08 PM
Replies: 92
Views: 3,314
Posted By motob

almost always a schedule problem. With 5 kids at...

almost always a schedule problem. With 5 kids at home, my wife and I need to plan out the "how to get the kids home". She is usually good about letting me try to ride to and from work, but I have...
Forum: Commuting
05-05-11, 02:58 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 546
Posted By motob

New commuter bike build

I told myself if gas goes above $4.00 per gallon I was going to set up a commuter bike and ride to work rain or shine. Here is what I came up with and learned. What do you think?

I was tired of...
Forum: Commuting
04-27-11, 01:01 PM
Replies: 25
Views: 1,623
Posted By motob

I have been using schwalbe marathon hs 410 700 x...

I have been using schwalbe marathon hs 410 700 x 32. Roll very nice and excellent traction. Smoothe ride. Very pleased, but hard to install--like a car tire.
Forum: Commuting
04-27-11, 12:17 PM
Replies: 29
Views: 1,628
Posted By motob

I ride in cycling clothing about 45 min to an...

I ride in cycling clothing about 45 min to an hour one way. I work in a medical office, so I keep scrubs and tennis shoes to change into at the office. I have found that disinfectant wipes remove...
Forum: Clydesdales/Athenas (200+ lb / 91+ kg)
01-10-11, 03:24 PM
Replies: 3,556
Views: 2,498,143
Posted By motob

Great frame for big guys is a cannondale CAAD 10....

Great frame for big guys is a cannondale CAAD 10. Its alluminium alloy, but its construction give it a comfortable ride with a tight response. Not as harsh as most alluminium, especially with a...
Forum: Clydesdales/Athenas (200+ lb / 91+ kg)
01-03-11, 11:30 AM
Replies: 29
Views: 6,322
Posted By motob

that is exactly what I did. After about 10K...

that is exactly what I did. After about 10K miles on a rear racing wheel set, I gave up replacing spokes and trying custom relace jobs with better thicker spokes. Nothing worked on the rear wheel...
Forum: Clydesdales/Athenas (200+ lb / 91+ kg)
12-13-10, 12:16 PM
Replies: 29
Views: 6,322
Posted By motob

Good luck on the bike. You won't regret the...

Good luck on the bike. You won't regret the extra money for the velocity custum build and the CAAD 10 bike. There is nothing like being on a fast road bike in the open country with a group rolling...
Forum: Clydesdales/Athenas (200+ lb / 91+ kg)
12-02-10, 08:26 PM
Replies: 3,556
Views: 2,498,143
Posted By motob

Interesting thred. I have been called Clyde by...

Interesting thred. I have been called Clyde by many people on group rides and centry/double centries. I ususally hear the comment from small people behind me--lets get behind this guy, this is...
Forum: Clydesdales/Athenas (200+ lb / 91+ kg)
12-02-10, 04:56 PM
Replies: 29
Views: 6,322
Posted By motob

Good choice on the CAAD9. I am getting a CAAD10...

Good choice on the CAAD9. I am getting a CAAD10 for Christmas. I am 6'4" 245 and ride hard and fast. I have gone through several rear wheel relace spoke jobs with my old race rear wheel set on a...
Forum: Commuting
10-21-10, 07:13 PM
Replies: 113
Views: 4,721
Posted By motob

mvclyde: This is stupid talk, pants and...

mvclyde:

This is stupid talk, pants and balls. Look, anyone thats been married more than 20 years and still going strong knows exactly what tjspiel means--we live it everyday. If you think a...
Forum: Road Cycling
10-21-10, 06:29 PM
Replies: 45
Views: 1,815
Posted By motob

Most agree that the best is a light mounted on...

Most agree that the best is a light mounted on the bar and on the helmet. The helmet gives you the wider view options and you can spot light those cars that are merging into your lane that are not...
Forum: Road Cycling
10-21-10, 01:05 PM
Replies: 45
Views: 1,815
Posted By motob

I picked up a magicshine a month ago from...

I picked up a magicshine a month ago from dealextreme.com
http://www.dealextreme.com/details.dx/sku.25149

This has so far out performed by niteriders I have used for commuting hands down. ...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
02-22-10, 04:46 PM
Replies: 22
Views: 5,659
Posted By motob

Retired bike tech taught me to rince the...

Retired bike tech taught me to rince the degreeser with a garden hose spray. The degreeser is from Harbor Freight water soluble with some min spirits mixed in well. He did tell me some would razz...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
02-19-10, 03:25 PM
Replies: 22
Views: 5,659
Posted By motob

I don't know, I stole it from my daughter. I...

I don't know, I stole it from my daughter. I hope its not her lucky one

That's what RnR lube inc did in theirs. Chinese engineering
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
02-19-10, 03:22 PM
Replies: 22
Views: 5,659
Posted By motob

I called RnR and asked them what the cloudy stuff...

I called RnR and asked them what the cloudy stuff is at the bottom was, and what kind of lube the use--synthetic or mineral based. They said the solid is teflon (PTFE) and their lube is synthetic...
Forum: Electronics, Lighting, & Gadgets
02-18-10, 07:26 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 706
Posted By motob

Yes, I spoke with niterider, they said 1 year...

Yes, I spoke with niterider, they said 1 year warranty on light not battery.
Forum: Electronics, Lighting, & Gadgets
02-18-10, 06:29 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 706
Posted By motob

niterider evolution plus problems

I have a niterider evolution plus system I bought 2 years ago, and replaced the battery last year. Now the stupid thing will not keep a charge again for more than 45 min. Even new, the battery did...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
02-18-10, 04:19 PM
Replies: 22
Views: 5,659
Posted By motob

I like to relube once a week or 100 miles which...

I like to relube once a week or 100 miles which ever comes first. I added the teflon for a stickier hold that went deep, but I am concerned about how it hods in the rain. I am too paranoid about...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
02-18-10, 03:28 PM
Replies: 22
Views: 5,659
Posted By motob

chain lube

I know this is a risky thred to start with chain lube being almost a religion. I have 6 kids and 10 bilkes in the garage, and my kids have learned the importance of cleaning and lubeing their...
Forum: Introductions
02-17-10, 07:41 PM
Replies: 9
New
Views: 290
Posted By motob

Thats probably what I need to do when these are...

Thats probably what I need to do when these are gone. I don't think I will ever get below 200 lbs. I just love the speed of these wheels, and will find that balance between strength, speed and...
Forum: Introductions
02-17-10, 07:28 PM
Replies: 9
New
Views: 290
Posted By motob

28. I have only had breakage problems with the...

28. I have only had breakage problems with the back wheel. The fronts are still tapered
Forum: Introductions
02-17-10, 07:22 PM
Replies: 9
New
Views: 290
Posted By motob

I have been really pleased with these Am classic...

I have been really pleased with these Am classic sprint 350 wheels on hills and sprints for speed, but now starting to wear them out at 10k miles. I am a bit too big at 230lbs and 6'4" when they are...
Forum: Introductions
02-17-10, 07:09 PM
Replies: 9
New
Views: 290
Posted By motob

Sorry, I didn't read you question right. I ride...

Sorry, I didn't read you question right. I ride a Motobecane full carbon with ultegra comp set and american classic sprint 350 wheels. Many people nose up to this bike, but it has almost 10,000...
Forum: Introductions
02-17-10, 06:59 PM
Replies: 9
New
Views: 290
Posted By motob

Ride 200 miles in one day is a challange,...

Ride 200 miles in one day is a challange, especially the last 30-50 miles. My favorite ride is the STP one day.
Forum: Introductions
02-17-10, 06:50 PM
Replies: 9
New
Views: 290
Posted By motob

New

I have been road cycling for 5 years and ride about 2,000 miles a year. I have read many of the threds, just never joined. I primarily ride recreational centry/double centries and group rides.
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