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Forum: Commuting
06-19-14, 09:30 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 9,943
Posted By rgpg_99

The Mirrycle website has the set up instructions....

The Mirrycle website has the set up instructions. They recommend having the top of the base parallel to the floor, which is exactly the direction the jolt from bumpy roads would move the mirror arm...
Forum: Touring
06-17-14, 10:23 PM
Replies: 56
Views: 4,753
Posted By rgpg_99

I didn't see any specific discussions on...

I didn't see any specific discussions on HammockForums.net about carrying a hammock on your bike, although I did notice a few threads with DIY projects for portable stands that might be light enough...
Forum: Commuting
06-17-14, 10:06 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 9,943
Posted By rgpg_99

How does vibration and adjustability compare...

How does vibration and adjustability compare between the Mirrycle and the Blackburn? I 've read that they are susceptible to moving with even minor bumps on the road, so that with each jolt you have...
Forum: Commuting
06-17-14, 09:47 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 9,943
Posted By rgpg_99

The Selle Italia Eyelink mirror is quite...

The Selle Italia Eyelink mirror is quite expensive. Rather than taking the plunge, I think it makes sense to ask here if anyone has had any experience with it. That's one of the purposes of the...
Forum: Touring
06-10-14, 06:09 PM
Replies: 56
Views: 4,753
Posted By rgpg_99

Thank you Dc5e...

Thank you Dc5e (http://www.bikeforums.net/members/dc5e-199910.html) and shipwreck (http://www.bikeforums.net/members/shipwreck-157336.html) for your information about the Handy Hammock. I found a few...
Forum: Touring
06-10-14, 05:52 PM
Replies: 56
Views: 4,753
Posted By rgpg_99

My feelings exactly. There are times when I may...

My feelings exactly. There are times when I may have to use a tent anyway (e.g., group camping), but if I'm going on a solo trip I prefer to take a hammock with me.
Forum: Touring
06-10-14, 10:36 AM
Replies: 56
Views: 4,753
Posted By rgpg_99

Lightweight hammock stand

I'm looking for opinions on hammock stands that are lightweight enough to carry on your bike on a regular basis.

I'm thinking of those situations where a tree or pole may not be available, and...
Forum: Commuting
12-22-13, 07:44 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 939
Posted By rgpg_99

Thanks for the responses. I can see now the...

Thanks for the responses. I can see now the longer bolts would use the same holes that keep the crank arm and larger chainring together.

As a curiosity, an additional search on Google rendered...
Forum: Commuting
12-21-13, 04:30 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 939
Posted By rgpg_99

Chain guard question

I have a VERO Triple 50/39/30 crankset on my bike (http://www.fullspeedahead.com/products/647/VERO-TRIPLE-503930-CRANKSET). I would like to install a circular chain guard on the outside of the...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
11-03-13, 07:20 AM
Replies: 7
Views: 1,744
Posted By rgpg_99

The owner does say to email or phone him/her for...

The owner does say to email or phone him/her for more information ("Za detaljnije informacije kontakt mailom ili telefonom"). Ask if there are any names printed on the derailleurs, the crank arms,...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
11-02-13, 07:25 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 2,559
Posted By rgpg_99

Is that the outlet store in Newport on East Main...

Is that the outlet store in Newport on East Main street? I don't have a LG nearby, and the main LG website does not show individual pads. Oh, well...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
11-02-13, 06:51 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 1,744
Posted By rgpg_99

For what it's worth, there is a set of Bianchi...

For what it's worth, there is a set of Bianchi stickers on eBay (http://www.ebay.com/itm/300696863141) that looks very close to the stickers on that bike: a circular Bianchi logo on the seat tube,...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
11-02-13, 05:36 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 2,559
Posted By rgpg_99

I actually bought one of those, the Top Shelf...

I actually bought one of those, the Top Shelf multi-layered pad (MLP) (http://www.aerotechdesigns.com/metopshmlpch.html), but they are 35cm. long, about 5cm. less than the other Adidas bibs and...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
11-02-13, 11:49 AM
Replies: 12
Views: 2,559
Posted By rgpg_99

Thanks you for the information, it's good to...

Thanks you for the information, it's good to know. Now, their pads are not much longer than my current one (only 1-2 cm difference). Even if I used their services, they would replace a pad with...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
11-02-13, 08:47 AM
Replies: 12
Views: 2,559
Posted By rgpg_99

I don't have any throwawayshorts yet, but that's...

I don't have any throwawayshorts yet, but that's a good idea. I got this LaFonte basic insert from eBay thinking I could cut the patch from this material, but the insert was 1 cm thick (looking at...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
11-02-13, 05:58 AM
Replies: 12
Views: 2,559
Posted By rgpg_99

Modesty Patch

I recently bought a pair of Adidas cycling bib knickers (made in 2006, new with tags). I knew this model came with a shorter-than-usual pad as per customer reviews, but they are really comfortable,...
Forum: Eastern Canada
08-29-13, 08:59 PM
Replies: 1
Views: 1,468
Posted By rgpg_99

Pad replacement

On the off chance that someone may know someone: I'm looking for a shop in the Toronto area that would do alterations of cycling bib shorts. I have a pair of like-new Adidas (Lycra and Elasthane) bib...
Forum: Eastern Canada
08-27-13, 08:27 PM
Replies: 20
Views: 5,977
Posted By rgpg_99

Well, those who miss good old Jan Buco (or...

Well, those who miss good old Jan Buco (or similar spelling) from High Park Cycles, worry not no more, 'cause reports have surfaced of what seems to be Jan's long lost brother from overseas (or...
Forum: Touring
08-25-13, 05:59 AM
Replies: 4,824
Views: 2,620,921
Posted By rgpg_99

Is that a Spanninga Pixeo on the rear fender? If...

Is that a Spanninga Pixeo on the rear fender? If so, have you had any problems constantly removing the screw to replace the batteries? I've used the correct screwdriver (small Phillips) to remove...
Forum: Eastern Canada
08-21-13, 05:38 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 4,022
Posted By rgpg_99

I hear you about those fees. FedEx does the same....

I hear you about those fees. FedEx does the same. I got an invoice from them 2 months after I received the item, claiming import fees that were almost the value of the item. There was no fighting it....
Forum: Touring
08-17-13, 02:56 PM
Replies: 4,824
Views: 2,620,921
Posted By rgpg_99

So what areas are you going to be riding in? Any...

So what areas are you going to be riding in? Any particular routes you're looking forward to?
Forum: Eastern Canada
08-17-13, 05:29 AM
Replies: 0
Views: 5,075
Posted By rgpg_99

First High Park Cycles, now Dr. Jamie's Bike Clinic

So, apparently Dr. Jamie's Bike Clinic in the Junction area in Toronto has also closed, following the closure a few months ago of its neighbor, High Park Cycles.

It's ironic that the old guy from...
Forum: Cyclocross and Gravelbiking (Recreational)
08-04-13, 01:44 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 2,043
Posted By rgpg_99

I don't know the other racers well enough to just...

I don't know the other racers well enough to just ask them what they are using. Not sure if there's a protocol for that type of thing (I don't want to rub other riders the wrong way).

In table...
Forum: Cyclocross and Gravelbiking (Recreational)
08-04-13, 01:14 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 2,043
Posted By rgpg_99

Well, on this thread (the Cyclocross forum) I'm...

Well, on this thread (the Cyclocross forum) I'm also asking for suggestions besides Kool Stop from cyclocross practitioners, something unique to this particular forum.
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
08-04-13, 09:05 AM
Replies: 21
Views: 1,521
Posted By rgpg_99

I see. That's what I've done in the past, but...

I see. That's what I've done in the past, but just because the lock nut/cone on the drive side were too tight, and they came off easier on the non-drive side, or because the freewheel was stuck, so...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
08-04-13, 08:26 AM
Replies: 21
Views: 1,521
Posted By rgpg_99

So, do you mean you remove the cone and nut from...

So, do you mean you remove the cone and nut from the non-drive side, and pull the axle from the drive side, or the other way around?
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
08-04-13, 07:05 AM
Replies: 2
Views: 2,839
Posted By rgpg_99

Replacing brake pad in TRP EuroX

I have a set of TRP EuroX Mag cantilever brakes (http://www.trpbrakes.com/category.ph...1038&catid=185) with worn out pads. As a replacement brake pad, I'm looking at the salmon Kool Stop as they...
Forum: Cyclocross and Gravelbiking (Recreational)
08-03-13, 03:23 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 2,043
Posted By rgpg_99

Kool Stop insert for TRP EuroX

I'm ready to replace the brake pads in my TRP EuroX Mag set (http://www.trpbrakes.com/category.php?productid=1038&catid=185). I'm looking at the salmon Kool Stop as they seem to be recommended...
Forum: Mountain Biking
07-14-13, 11:57 AM
Replies: 4
Views: 623
Posted By rgpg_99

Thanks for the link, that has to be it. And the...

Thanks for the link, that has to be it. And the video was published in November 2012, so even the timeframe seems right.

Now, would this still be an SPD pedal, or is it something else, not...
Forum: Mountain Biking
07-13-13, 09:33 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 623
Posted By rgpg_99

Newer, improved Shimano SPD?

Last November I was in a bike shop and someone, who had come back from a bike show in the US, was talking about a new model of SPD pedal that Shimano had presented at the show. He said the claim was...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
05-30-13, 04:21 PM
Replies: 19
Views: 1,281
Posted By rgpg_99

110 Kgs., mostly paved roads, semi upright riding...

110 Kgs., mostly paved roads, semi upright riding position.
Forum: Electronics, Lighting, & Gadgets
05-30-13, 04:23 AM
Replies: 19
Views: 1,624
Posted By rgpg_99

How good do you think battery life is in the...

How good do you think battery life is in the Dakota and your model of Nuvi? The specs for your Nuvi say around 4 hours depending on used. Cheaper Nuvi models have about 2 hours of battery life. The...
Forum: Electronics, Lighting, & Gadgets
05-30-13, 04:10 AM
Replies: 19
Views: 1,624
Posted By rgpg_99

That's what I've been doing, using my iPhone and...

That's what I've been doing, using my iPhone and MapMyRide. Still with a phone you need reliable cell service to connect to either Google Maps or MapMyRide, so I was looking for the next level up,...
Forum: Electronics, Lighting, & Gadgets
05-30-13, 04:06 AM
Replies: 19
Views: 1,624
Posted By rgpg_99

Sorry to disappoint you, I carried the iPad in my...

Sorry to disappoint you, I carried the iPad in my pannier. I only took it out when I couldn't find a turn or a street, or when I wanted to know how far I was from the next turn. Google Maps gave me...
Forum: Electronics, Lighting, & Gadgets
05-29-13, 06:00 AM
Replies: 19
Views: 1,624
Posted By rgpg_99

I have a bar extender under the handlebars, so...

I have a bar extender under the handlebars, so there is plenty of space and my handlebars would remain free. There are several reasons for two devices: a backup system, different mount locations, a...
Forum: Electronics, Lighting, & Gadgets
05-28-13, 10:46 PM
Replies: 19
Views: 1,624
Posted By rgpg_99

GPS-only: device for navigation

I've been looking at GPS-based navigation devices for a while. What I want is a GPS-based device where I can load detailed maps that would have all highways, roads, and streets in a given area (e.g.,...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
05-28-13, 09:59 AM
Replies: 19
Views: 1,281
Posted By rgpg_99

Wheel quality: hubs and rims

For those familiar with different hub/rim combinations: I have two sets of 700c wheels (front and rear) that I can install on a Bianchi Volpe. One wheelset is a Shimano 105 hub with made-in-France...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
05-26-13, 08:56 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 1,503
Posted By rgpg_99

Yes, I tried both rear wheels, and they both fit....

Yes, I tried both rear wheels, and they both fit. They are both freehubs, and I will be replacing the cassette on the one I choose to keep (so far the Shimano 105 has a 7-speed cassette and the...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
05-26-13, 07:36 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 1,503
Posted By rgpg_99

Shimano 105/Mavic vs. Shimano C 201/Weinmann

Through a series of exchanges and bartering I now have two sets of 700c wheels (front and rear). One wheelset is a Shimano 105 hub with made-in-France Mavic CXP-12 32-spoke rims. The other is a...
Forum: Touring
05-20-13, 04:53 AM
Replies: 4,824
Views: 2,620,921
Posted By rgpg_99

Just a couple of pictures I snapped of my Bianchi...

Just a couple of pictures I snapped of my Bianchi Volpe while riding in the countryside about 20km north of Toronto, Canada.

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Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
03-18-13, 04:10 PM
Replies: 53
Views: 5,774
Posted By rgpg_99

I used rubber ones for a while before replacing...

I used rubber ones for a while before replacing the rim. I thought what that did was prevent the presta valve to more around in the schrader-size hole, like a gasket or seal of sorts. Does the alloy...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
03-16-13, 11:03 AM
Replies: 53
Views: 5,774
Posted By rgpg_99

Yes, that part is properly taken care of.

Yes, that part is properly taken care of.
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
03-16-13, 11:00 AM
Replies: 53
Views: 5,774
Posted By rgpg_99

Maybe a combination of both. I did tend to use...

Maybe a combination of both. I did tend to use lower pressure on the tires, and I didn't check the actual pressure that often, going instead by feel (as in, "do the tires feel they need air?). When I...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
03-16-13, 10:56 AM
Replies: 53
Views: 5,774
Posted By rgpg_99

Two of the wheels are 700x28c, and two are...

Two of the wheels are 700x28c, and two are 26x1.95 ". Both sets have matching tubes according to tire width. For the 700c ones, the maxiumum pressure on the side of the tire is 120 PSI. I inflate...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
03-16-13, 10:04 AM
Replies: 53
Views: 5,774
Posted By rgpg_99

Presta valve reliability

I've always used shrader valves in all my bikes and never had an issue with slow leaks. A few months ago I replaced the wheels in both my bikes and I went with presta valves. I noticed that for all...
Forum: Fifty Plus (50+)
03-13-13, 04:51 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 1,191
Posted By rgpg_99

I realize this is an old thread, but since the OP...

I realize this is an old thread, but since the OP is still around: I also like the Adidas bib shorts, and I was able to score a couple on eBay (from leftover inventory) over the last couple of years....
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
03-12-13, 10:24 AM
Replies: 1
Views: 712
Posted By rgpg_99

Adidas cycling apparel

I'm an Adidas fan, and I was disappointed when back in 2008 or so most of the cycling clothing and shoes for the general public were discontinued (Adidas did offer their Sky line with the...
Forum: Touring
03-01-13, 08:50 AM
Replies: 4,824
Views: 2,620,921
Posted By rgpg_99

I see. I recently got the Axiom Paddywaggon...

I see. I recently got the Axiom Paddywaggon (http://www.axiomgear.com/products/gear/bags/trunk-bags/paddywagon-exp-19/), but the mini-panniers that come with that bag are not as large as the pictures...
Forum: Touring
03-01-13, 07:56 AM
Replies: 4,824
Views: 2,620,921
Posted By rgpg_99

What kind of rear bag are you using? I like the...

What kind of rear bag are you using? I like the mini-panniers.
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
02-18-13, 05:06 PM
Replies: 29
Views: 9,424
Posted By rgpg_99

EZRide!

...or maybe I should get an EZRide like this one:

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=K7AjJQmQkDE

I don't think they ever hit the production line, though.
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