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Forum: Cyclocross and Gravelbiking (Recreational)
11-09-15, 04:59 PM
Replies: 20
Views: 36,205
Posted By .Cricket

I run 26x1.9 on my shortie Vaya, and have been...

I run 26x1.9 on my shortie Vaya, and have been looking at the Schwalbe Blackjacks. Anybody use those? The look pretty cheap now. Schwalbe Black Jack 26" MTB Tyre | Chain Reaction Cycles...
Forum: Cyclocross and Gravelbiking (Recreational)
03-25-14, 03:44 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 5,012
Posted By .Cricket

Adventure Monkey did the Rebecca's Private Idaho...

Adventure Monkey did the Rebecca's Private Idaho last year on a fatbike.

You searched for rebecca's private idaho | Adventure MonkeyAdventure Monkey...
Forum: Winter Cycling
11-22-13, 02:44 PM
Replies: 26
Views: 5,096
Posted By .Cricket

I like Under Armour's face mask a lot....

I like Under Armour's face mask a lot. http://www.amazon.com/Outdoor-ColdGear-Headwear-Under-Armour/dp/B000AAFE7E

It's thin and stretchy but still really warm. I like that it's stretchy enough...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
05-19-13, 06:56 PM
Replies: 2,360
Views: 1,048,797
Posted By .Cricket

That show makes me cry like a baby.

That show makes me cry like a baby.
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
05-12-13, 10:11 AM
Replies: 16
Views: 970
Posted By .Cricket

I'm not sure what you are saying she wants. If...

I'm not sure what you are saying she wants. If she wants regular clothes, then why doesn't she just wear regular clothes? I'm kind of lost here.

I wear regular clothes. If we're going more than...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
05-11-13, 11:48 AM
Replies: 7,515
Views: 3,720,229
Posted By .Cricket

Wow, I am really enjoying reading through this...

Wow, I am really enjoying reading through this thread! To those talking about selling: I would buy one! I wish I had a bike-smart friend to rely on, and I would try and build up one of these...
Forum: Commuting
05-02-13, 11:28 AM
Replies: 94
Views: 9,634
Posted By .Cricket

Oh, I <3 that Raleigh Clubman Mixte! *swoon*

Oh, I <3 that Raleigh Clubman Mixte! *swoon*
Forum: Commuting
05-02-13, 11:27 AM
Replies: 94
Views: 9,634
Posted By .Cricket

I love riding my upright, and for me it would be...

I love riding my upright, and for me it would be worthwhile to have a separate bike for shorter trips. It is comfortable beyond anything I have ridden (for under 10 miles!), so I will always have it...
Forum: Commuting
05-02-13, 06:57 AM
Replies: 94
Views: 9,634
Posted By .Cricket

In my experience, pretty much no matter what bike...

In my experience, pretty much no matter what bike you start out with will not be the kind you want after a year of riding. :) So I would do my best to borrow or rent a bike in your size, maybe you...
Forum: Cyclocross and Gravelbiking (Recreational)
05-01-13, 05:15 PM
Replies: 44
Views: 18,743
Posted By .Cricket

Hey, people from my neck of the woods!! :) I...

Hey, people from my neck of the woods!! :)

I am from ND and I love riding gravel! So far, all I have for a bike is a '74 ladies Raleigh Sports 3speed. I have managed to do ok on that,...
Forum: Winter Cycling
10-11-12, 01:33 PM
Replies: 146
Views: 46,047
Posted By .Cricket

I agree with this. You just get used to it, and...

I agree with this. You just get used to it, and you figure out what works or doesn't. Everybody is different on what they prefer.

I think the coldest I have ridden is around -20F. I have been...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
06-26-12, 02:15 PM
Replies: 15
Views: 1,382
Posted By .Cricket

I did end up ordering from WallBike, and my b66...

I did end up ordering from WallBike, and my b66 is on the truck now!
Forum: Classic & Vintage
06-20-12, 09:55 AM
Replies: 15
Views: 1,382
Posted By .Cricket

Thank you, Nerdy Norm! I think I will go ahead...

Thank you, Nerdy Norm! I think I will go ahead and order from wallbike.

I have to admit, I haven't spend this much on all of my bike stuff put together. I'm a little nervous! :D
Forum: Classic & Vintage
06-20-12, 09:09 AM
Replies: 15
Views: 1,382
Posted By .Cricket

Haha, perhaps! I am trying to sit on my hands...

Haha, perhaps! I am trying to sit on my hands for a few days and see if my card was charged.. I did send an email to them at Brooks, but I am not sure how likely it is to get answered.

So, maybe...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
06-20-12, 09:01 AM
Replies: 15
Views: 1,382
Posted By .Cricket

Ordering a Brooks saddle.. feeling dumb!

Hey, guys.. I have been coveting a Brooks B66 for my 73 Raleigh Sports for.. ever! :) I finally got the funds together to order one and went direct to the Brooks website. There were all the...
Forum: Winter Cycling
01-18-12, 05:42 PM
Replies: 87
Views: 3,889
Posted By .Cricket

It's finally getting cold here. -10F and -45F...

It's finally getting cold here. -10F and -45F windchills for the next few days. So far, my old Raleigh 3 speed seems to be doing fine- now that I put synthetic oil in it. :)
Forum: Living Car Free
01-05-12, 07:59 AM
Replies: 125
Views: 18,379
Posted By .Cricket

I've also experienced this- walking through the...

I've also experienced this- walking through the drive-thru at Starbucks. (I had my dog with.)
Forum: Winter Cycling
01-03-12, 06:20 PM
Replies: 18
Views: 1,268
Posted By .Cricket

A quick google says yes, but jeez! How could you...

A quick google says yes, but jeez! How could you afford them?
Forum: Winter Cycling
01-03-12, 06:19 PM
Replies: 18
Views: 1,268
Posted By .Cricket

They make wool shorts for women.. surely they...

They make wool shorts for women.. surely they have something like that for men? :bowing out of the man thread:
Forum: Winter Cycling
01-03-12, 06:16 PM
Replies: 22
Views: 1,528
Posted By .Cricket

redeyed, I have a few pairs of silk long johns...

redeyed, I have a few pairs of silk long johns and they are super nice to wear, but not really appropriate for layering under tights or leggings. I've heard good things about SmartWool tights, and I...
Forum: Winter Cycling
01-03-12, 10:07 AM
Replies: 22
Views: 1,528
Posted By .Cricket

I usually bike to work with UnderArmour tights...

I usually bike to work with UnderArmour tights under regular leggings or stripey (cotton) tights, and a knee-length or shorter skirt. I wish I could find a nice tan wool skirt. (I have to wear tan...
Forum: Winter Cycling
12-31-11, 05:02 PM
Replies: 22
Views: 1,528
Posted By .Cricket

FYI, a lot of Target stores now have Merino wool...

FYI, a lot of Target stores now have Merino wool sweaters on clearance. :) I scored a couple for myself and my husband for around $16 each.
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
12-30-11, 12:26 PM
Replies: 20
Views: 5,171
Posted By .Cricket

I recently bought a pair of those Kenda's from...

I recently bought a pair of those Kenda's from Amazon with plans to stud them. I was planning on using this method: ...
Forum: Winter Cycling
12-27-11, 04:04 PM
Replies: 701
Views: 150,561
Posted By .Cricket

My usual 4mile route home, 12F and windy: ...

My usual 4mile route home, 12F and windy:

Cotton turtleneck (tissue-weight style)
UA tights and cotton leggings, again.
Lightweight wool socks
Ugg-type boots
Down 3/4 length jacket.

I was...
Forum: Living Car Free
12-21-11, 08:06 AM
Replies: 124
Views: 78,568
Posted By .Cricket

For the Fargo, ND area: ...

For the Fargo, ND area: http://www.fmbikeworkshop.org/
Forum: Winter Cycling
12-21-11, 07:54 AM
Replies: 13
Views: 3,496
Posted By .Cricket

I wear thin gloves and glove/mittens over those-...

I wear thin gloves and glove/mittens over those- the ones with the mitten flip-top over fingerless gloves.
Forum: Utility Cycling
12-20-11, 10:54 AM
Replies: 32
Views: 2,753
Posted By .Cricket

This is totally awesome! I hope you get lots of...

This is totally awesome! I hope you get lots of business. :) I live in ND, but grew up in the Winlock/Napavine area.
Forum: Classic & Vintage
12-20-11, 09:00 AM
Replies: 15,458
Views: 4,084,331
Posted By .Cricket

I found this in the garbage last summer. It is...

I found this in the garbage last summer. It is not the nicest bike, but it has been a great learning/project bike for me since I am not worried about screwing up anything. :) Pretty much everything...
Forum: Winter Cycling
12-20-11, 08:30 AM
Replies: 229
Views: 92,146
Posted By .Cricket

Ordering tires this week and hopefully giving...

Ordering tires this week and hopefully giving this a shot soon! Wish me luck. :)
Forum: Winter Cycling
12-19-11, 08:15 AM
Replies: 22
Views: 1,528
Posted By .Cricket

I agree! I love my UA for running (or even long...

I agree! I love my UA for running (or even long walks) but it doesn't seem to cut it for the type of cycling I do- a shortish work commute. I love wool and silk!
Forum: Winter Cycling
12-14-11, 01:23 AM
Replies: 701
Views: 150,561
Posted By .Cricket

30F for my flat 4mile ride to work and I wore: ...

30F for my flat 4mile ride to work and I wore:

UnderArmour tights, stripey cotton tights, stripey cheapo socks, thin cargo skirt (this is my regular work garb, other than the UA tights) ...
Forum: Winter Cycling
12-02-11, 09:53 AM
Replies: 26
Views: 10,298
Posted By .Cricket

I am in NE North Dakota and deal with similar...

I am in NE North Dakota and deal with similar temps. I love my Under Armour! I bought some "Frosty Tights" about 6 years ago and they are still in great shape (regular wash, hang dry) after...
Forum: Utility Cycling
05-25-11, 07:00 AM
Replies: 34
Views: 1,832
Posted By .Cricket

tdouglass, this is awesome. :) How are you...

tdouglass, this is awesome. :) How are you enjoying riding? I picked up an old 3speed out of a dumpster and was considering a similar "project" thread to save me from asking a bazillion questions. ...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
05-12-11, 10:46 PM
Replies: 31
Views: 1,852
Posted By .Cricket

I did get a copy. :) I can't wait for it to get...

I did get a copy. :) I can't wait for it to get here!
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
05-11-11, 03:15 PM
Replies: 31
Views: 1,852
Posted By .Cricket

Thank you, Amesja. I'll get a copy of that.

Thank you, Amesja. I'll get a copy of that.
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
05-11-11, 08:54 AM
Replies: 31
Views: 1,852
Posted By .Cricket

I posted this in the C&V forum, but this thread...

I posted this in the C&V forum, but this thread looks like a good place to ask:

I need a good bicycle repair handbook. I use a lot of the online resources listed in this forum, but I need...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
05-10-11, 08:52 AM
Replies: 0
Views: 421
Posted By .Cricket

Bicycle repair handbook?

I recently picked up an old Sears and Roebuck 3speed and am interested in fixing it up- what books would be helpful for me to have?

I have a Raleigh that I love and ride a lot, but I don't have...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
05-08-11, 12:31 PM
Replies: 27
Views: 2,176
Posted By .Cricket

Usually, the only other cyclists I see are old...

Usually, the only other cyclists I see are old men and women on their 20+ year old bicycles. Lots of 3 speeds and single speeds. In nicer weather, I see lots of cheap mountain bikes usually ridden...
Forum: Introductions
05-06-11, 11:58 AM
Replies: 3
Views: 228
Posted By .Cricket

Hi, 10Wheels! I ride about 4 miles to work. It's...

Hi, 10Wheels! I ride about 4 miles to work. It's about as far as anyplace can be in town here. I have a pretty nice ride. There aren't many bike paths in town (aside from the riverside paths that...
Forum: Introductions
05-05-11, 02:22 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 228
Posted By .Cricket

Hello from ND!

Hi, I am not really new to the forum but finally decided I'd like to start posting. :thumb:

I have a Frankenbike that is mostly scavenged parts, covered up with macrame cord. And I have a 74?...
Forum: Commuting
05-05-11, 02:20 PM
Replies: 348
Views: 26,160
Posted By .Cricket

My last purchase was 2 new tubes for my...

My last purchase was 2 new tubes for my Frankenbike.
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