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Forum: Electronics, Lighting, & Gadgets
05-30-11, 01:48 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 814
Posted By eventhorizon

Thank you for your responses. Looks like the...

Thank you for your responses.

Looks like the Expelion 250 is the better choice for me. I have placed an order with REI and made use of the discount.

FYI: the Trion 600's price on Amazon has...
Forum: Electronics, Lighting, & Gadgets
05-29-11, 03:11 AM
Replies: 5
Views: 814
Posted By eventhorizon

Cygolite Trion 600 or Expelion 250?

REI is selling the Expelion 250 at a 20% discount for $105; sale ends Monday. The Trion 600 is available from Amazon for $250. Both have integrated batteries and this feature interests me.

As...
Forum: Electronics, Lighting, & Gadgets
05-18-11, 04:06 AM
Replies: 0
Views: 671
Posted By eventhorizon

Costco Techlite

I purchased a three-pack Costco Techlite LED-based lights yesterday. These are the newer model (no low battery indication, no focus adjustment). (The older model had a low battery indication that...
Forum: Hybrid Bicycles
05-02-11, 05:43 AM
Replies: 19
Views: 3,601
Posted By eventhorizon

7.x fx vs. 7x00

I test rode the 7.3fx, the 7300, the 7.5fx, and the 7.6fx last year. The 7300 was definitely more comfortable for the test rides (the local road behind the parking lot). Pot holes and road...
Forum: Commuting
09-13-10, 01:25 AM
Replies: 35
Views: 3,659
Posted By eventhorizon

reflectors

Here's what I ride with:

. The bicycle came with front white, rear red, and spoke white reflectors. And reflectors on the pedals.

. I got yellow reflective stickers of various shapes and stuck...
Forum: Commuting
09-12-10, 03:21 AM
Replies: 10
Views: 1,247
Posted By eventhorizon

handlebar mirror

I am looking for a handlebar mount mirror. I was interested in the Mirrycle mirror but it requires me to cut the edge of my grip (there is no bar end cap to remove on my grip). I would rather avoid...
Forum: Electronics, Lighting, & Gadgets
09-12-10, 02:45 AM
Replies: 9
Views: 909
Posted By eventhorizon

new stock Magic Shine 1400 @ GeoMan

GeoMan told me that the new inventory of Magic Shine 1400 they got in this week has better cabling. Hopefully, this should take care of the cable wear problems that some have experienced with Magic...
Forum: Hybrid Bicycles
09-03-10, 03:16 AM
Replies: 17
Views: 5,419
Posted By eventhorizon

I don't see the Speed series either. And I don't...

I don't see the Speed series either. And I don't see an equivalent in their 2011 lineup. Wonder why they discontinued these models.

I am so happy that I got my 2010 Felt Speed 30 when they were...
Forum: Electronics, Lighting, & Gadgets
09-03-10, 03:08 AM
Replies: 11
Views: 897
Posted By eventhorizon

wireless at $56

I mentioned the $56 deal on the Double Wireless to the salesperson at the bicycle area and she said that in the history of the product at REI it was never at $56. She reviewed the history on their...
Forum: Electronics, Lighting, & Gadgets
09-02-10, 02:07 AM
Replies: 11
Views: 897
Posted By eventhorizon

thanks!

Folks,

Thank you for sharing your experiences. I purchased a Cateye Strada Cadence (wired) yesterday for $34 at REI.

I might have been dreaming, but I thought I saw the Double Wireless for...
Forum: Electronics, Lighting, & Gadgets
09-01-10, 12:18 AM
Replies: 11
Views: 897
Posted By eventhorizon

Cateye Strade Cadence

I've heard that Cateye's Strada Cadence (wired) is more reliable than the wireless version -- no radio interference. I've also heard that Cateye's speed display is big and easy to read but that the...
Forum: Electronics, Lighting, & Gadgets
08-28-10, 01:28 PM
Replies: 0
Views: 443
Posted By eventhorizon

Cateye Strada double wireless

I am considering purchasing a Cateye Strada double wireless computer. REI has it for $55 as part of its Labor Day sale and the price is tempting.

Before I purchase it, I want to know whether the...
Forum: Electronics, Lighting, & Gadgets
08-22-10, 03:20 PM
Replies: 45
Views: 3,604
Posted By eventhorizon

Magic Shine 900 v. 1400

I see that some longer term users of the Magic Shine 900 have experienced connector issues. Others have seen that the battery gets drained faster over time. And a few have experienced overheating....
Forum: Electronics, Lighting, & Gadgets
08-21-10, 04:07 AM
Replies: 2
Views: 584
Posted By eventhorizon

Magic Shine

Apologies for replying to myself.

On further research, it looks like Magic Shine 1400 can be purchased for less than the clearance price of the MiNewt 400.

I see posts from a year ago from...
Forum: Electronics, Lighting, & Gadgets
08-21-10, 01:24 AM
Replies: 2
Views: 584
Posted By eventhorizon

NiteRider MiNewt 400

I was told by my local REI store that NiteRider is introducing new models of bike headlights. The current models are on clearance and are being sold at a discount.

I am interested in the MiNewt...
Forum: Northern California
07-09-10, 01:42 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 987
Posted By eventhorizon

I've had excellent service from Bike Connection...

I've had excellent service from Bike Connection in Palo Alto (El Camino/Stanford intersection). On the web at http://bikeconnection.net

The store manager Mike is very competent, knowledgeable,...
Forum: Hybrid Bicycles
06-28-10, 10:42 PM
Replies: 38
Views: 6,917
Posted By eventhorizon

My Felt Speed 30 came with Vittoria Zaffiro...

My Felt Speed 30 came with Vittoria Zaffiro 700x28. I replaced them with Continental Gator Skin 700x28. My LBS and several Internet postings recommended the Gator Skins. No problems so far.
Forum: Hybrid Bicycles
06-13-10, 04:34 AM
Replies: 17
Views: 1,545
Posted By eventhorizon

ok, now I understand. :) ...

ok, now I understand.



:)



It seemed faster than the other descents that I attempted on that bike path. And that particular descent was longer than the others though not much steeper. ...
Forum: Hybrid Bicycles
06-12-10, 08:28 PM
Replies: 17
Views: 1,545
Posted By eventhorizon

Folks, Thank you for your responses and...

Folks,

Thank you for your responses and support. Really appreciate it.



Not sure if this is a biking expression, but I was not angry at all during the ride. Very happy, in fact, until the...
Forum: Hybrid Bicycles
06-11-10, 12:22 PM
Replies: 17
Views: 1,545
Posted By eventhorizon

I don't believe I hit any pebbles at that time. ...

I don't believe I hit any pebbles at that time.

Could you explain the bike handling part? I would like to learn what I may have done incorrectly.

Thanks.
Forum: Hybrid Bicycles
06-11-10, 12:15 PM
Replies: 17
Views: 1,545
Posted By eventhorizon

The brakes were helping. I didn't want to apply...

The brakes were helping. I didn't want to apply too much braking because I didn't want the wheels to lock.

I am not sure what you mean by wheels were not tight. I tightened the front wheel quick...
Forum: Hybrid Bicycles
06-11-10, 01:42 AM
Replies: 17
Views: 1,545
Posted By eventhorizon

lost control on descent

After a few miles of riding my new bicycle that had been fitted by the LBS, I encountered a descent (not my first). I had the bike in high gear and had the brakes gently applied. The bike was...
Forum: Hybrid Bicycles
06-05-10, 09:07 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 13,254
Posted By eventhorizon

My apologies for responding to myself. I...

My apologies for responding to myself.

I went to REI to check their Ultra Gatorskin tire. Although the sticker says Ultra Gatorskin, their tire also says just Gatorskin. So, this is probably the...
Forum: Hybrid Bicycles
06-05-10, 02:15 AM
Replies: 5
Views: 13,254
Posted By eventhorizon

Thank you for the responses. I've attached a...

Thank you for the responses. I've attached a picture of the sidewall. I don't see any mention of the size or tire pressure recommendation. And "Ultra" is missing. (The two bright yellow dots are...
Forum: Hybrid Bicycles
06-03-10, 02:34 AM
Replies: 5
Views: 13,254
Posted By eventhorizon

Continental Gatorskin

When I purchased my bike, I requested that the stock tire (Vittoria Zaffiro) be replaced with Continental Gatorskins. The LBS did that replacement for me.

I notice that the tire has the following...
Forum: Hybrid Bicycles
05-26-10, 05:14 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 3,717
Posted By eventhorizon

Thank you for your response. I called the LBS...

Thank you for your response. I called the LBS and they said that they would touch it
up when I visit them next (weekend after next). While it won't be exactly like the original, they said that it...
Forum: Hybrid Bicycles
05-26-10, 07:29 AM
Replies: 5
Views: 3,717
Posted By eventhorizon

The LBS person wasn't very keen on the kickstand,...

The LBS person wasn't very keen on the kickstand, but I felt that it would help me because my other alternative was the lean the bike. Now I have paint peel on the frame to show for it :( . I guess...
Forum: Hybrid Bicycles
05-26-10, 12:52 AM
Replies: 5
Views: 3,717
Posted By eventhorizon

kickstand clamp peeling paint

I finally pulled the trigger yesterday and purchased a Felt Speed 30. Did a lot of test riding before purchase and am very happy with it.

Since I really needed it, I purchased and installed a...
Forum: Hybrid Bicycles
05-20-10, 02:47 AM
Replies: 0
Views: 682
Posted By eventhorizon

wheelbase

My apologies for yet another question.

The Felt Speed bicycle has a wheelbase that is ~4 cm shorter than the corresponding Trek FX and Jamis Coda models. ~3 cm shorter chainstay, ~1 cm shorter...
Forum: Hybrid Bicycles
05-20-10, 02:36 AM
Replies: 5
Views: 1,171
Posted By eventhorizon

accessories

I'm in the process of purchasing a bicycle. Purpose: fitness/commute. Mostly daylight riding to start with.

Would this accessory list suffice? Please comment on specific brand/model...
Forum: Hybrid Bicycles
05-20-10, 02:23 AM
Replies: 6
Views: 2,448
Posted By eventhorizon

Folks, Your responses are most reassuring. ...

Folks, Your responses are most reassuring. Thanks!
Forum: Hybrid Bicycles
05-18-10, 11:14 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 2,362
Posted By eventhorizon

6061 Al vs. 7005 Al

Sorry to be asking so many questions.

Does 7005 Al contribute to a lighter bicycle than 6061? The Felt Speed 30 uses 7005 Al for its frame, while most other bicycles (e.g., Trek) use 6061. I...
Forum: Hybrid Bicycles
05-18-10, 11:37 AM
Replies: 6
Views: 2,448
Posted By eventhorizon

Yes, I'm under 250. But if I add the weight of...

Yes, I'm under 250. But if I add the weight of the bicycle, the combined weight will be over 250. And, the forces on the bicycle will exceed that as well when the stresses of a bumpy road are...
Forum: Northern California
05-18-10, 02:16 AM
Replies: 1
Views: 536
Posted By eventhorizon

S.V. Cycling Center fitting

S.V. Cycling Center in Campbell offers a custom fit session for those considering a bicycle purchase. The session runs for about an hour and costs $105. See fit consultation at...
Forum: Hybrid Bicycles
05-18-10, 02:10 AM
Replies: 6
Views: 2,448
Posted By eventhorizon

carbon fork/seat post safe?

I am overweight and am thinking of getting back to cycling for fitness and commute. I am considering a Felt Speed 30 (carbon seat post and fork) and a Jamis Coda Comp (carbon fork). LBS folks...
Forum: Northern California
05-09-10, 11:06 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 693
Posted By eventhorizon

I've seen pretty much all the dealers carry Felt...

I've seen pretty much all the dealers carry Felt drop bar road bikes. Bike Connection also had the Felt X-city hybrid bike, but this does not have front gearing.

I've heard that Felt was R&D...
Forum: Northern California
05-09-10, 08:30 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 693
Posted By eventhorizon

Thank you for your response. I contacted...

Thank you for your response.

I contacted Cognition and they told me that Felt Speed wasn't one of the bikes they plan to carry.

I contacted Bike Connection in Palo Alto. The store manager Mike...
Forum: Northern California
05-08-10, 03:51 AM
Replies: 7
Views: 693
Posted By eventhorizon

Felt Speed

I am in the process of narrowing down my bicycle selection and am looking to test ride a Felt Speed bicycle. Felt Speed seems to have good price/performance and good reviews and I don't want to...
Forum: Hybrid Bicycles
05-02-10, 05:55 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 4,870
Posted By eventhorizon

7.6fx, elastomer

Matt,

Thank you for your response. My budget is currently limited to Coda Comp/7.5fx. I test rode the 7.6fx just to check out the difference the Isozone Monostay made.

Although not a strict...
Forum: Hybrid Bicycles
05-02-10, 04:32 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 4,870
Posted By eventhorizon

suspension seat post

I have often heard that one should avoid suspensions because they detract from pedaling efficiency. Which contributes more to the inefficiency: the suspension in the seat post or the one in the...
Forum: Hybrid Bicycles
04-25-10, 12:02 AM
Replies: 22
Views: 28,585
Posted By eventhorizon

looks like 20in

A big thank you to all of you for your responses.

This weekend, I went to a couple of LBS. First stop (Friday evening) was Sports Basement in Sunnyvale. It was almost closing time, so I couldn't...
Forum: Hybrid Bicycles
04-18-10, 10:33 PM
Replies: 22
Views: 28,585
Posted By eventhorizon

Trek FX: 20in or 22.5in?

I haven't bicycled in more than a decade. I am considering getting back into bicycling for commute/fitness.

I went to Trek San Jose to try out some of their bicycles. I tried the 7.3fx. The LBS...
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