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Forum: Triathlon
08-04-11, 12:51 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 646
Posted By mttx

Congrats! Way to keep pushing.

Congrats! Way to keep pushing.
Forum: Commuting
08-03-11, 09:24 AM
Replies: 29
Views: 1,557
Posted By mttx

I am currently looking for one and I think I have...

I am currently looking for one and I think I have my eyes on the Giro Atmos. Very confortable and light weight. So much that kinda feels like I don't even have one on my head. But again, it cost...
Forum: Commuting
08-03-11, 09:16 AM
Replies: 117
Views: 5,147
Posted By mttx

1- Giro - don;t remember the model 2- ~ $60 on...

1- Giro - don;t remember the model
2- ~ $60 on sale a Bushtakah
3- Soon as it now my 5th year with it or should I have a crash within the 5 years.
Forum: Commuting
08-02-11, 09:41 AM
Replies: 42
Views: 1,725
Posted By mttx

I recently bought a pair of triathlon short from...

I recently bought a pair of triathlon short from Pearl Izumi and I highly recommend it. I bought those for my tri but also had in mind to also use it for other purpose. I used it now for my daily...
Forum: Commuting
08-02-11, 06:48 AM
Replies: 11
Views: 1,137
Posted By mttx

That is great that you are trying to make it...

That is great that you are trying to make it work. I actually know the area quite well as I have family in Cherry Hill and I usually go there 2-3 time a year to visit. As other mentioned, try to find...
Forum: Triathlon
08-01-11, 08:01 AM
Replies: 3
Views: 655
Posted By mttx

My first 'Try a Tri'

I just completed my first tri this past Saturday. It was amazing and it will definitely not be my last one. I wanted to it for quite some time now but I was never really serious about it until I...
Forum: Commuting
07-26-11, 01:45 PM
Replies: 34
Views: 40,690
Posted By mttx

^ I hear you. That is also something that I...

^ I hear you. That is also something that I really miss about geared bike and it is the reason why I have mine setup as an SS and not an SSFG. During my commute, I pedal about 90-95% of the time and...
Forum: Commuting
07-26-11, 10:51 AM
Replies: 34
Views: 40,690
Posted By mttx

I do believe it is a personal thing and everyone...

I do believe it is a personal thing and everyone has their reasons to do it. I totally understand your situation and you shouldn't be questioning it at all. It works for you and that is the most...
Forum: Commuting
07-25-11, 11:43 AM
Replies: 17
Views: 1,065
Posted By mttx

Have she been properly fitted for her bike?...

Have she been properly fitted for her bike? Improper fitting can cause some tension on variable muscles during and after riding which can result in some injuries if you are not careful.
Forum: Commuting
07-25-11, 11:39 AM
Replies: 2
Views: 403
Posted By mttx

Crazy thing that my commute make me wanted to do.

This is probably not the right section.. oh well, I usually hang around the commuting section so here it goes.

People usually ask what do you do while commuting. Well for me, I thing about all...
Forum: Commuting
07-25-11, 07:23 AM
Replies: 34
Views: 40,690
Posted By mttx

I ride a 2010 Trek District 2. It is a SS/FG as...

I ride a 2010 Trek District 2. It is a SS/FG as it has flip-flop hub (I have it set to only SS). Used to ride a geared bike but found myself never chnaging gear and always wanted to try SS. That was...
Forum: Commuting
06-21-11, 10:59 AM
Replies: 2
Views: 482
Posted By mttx

http://bontrager.com/model/06536 They can...

http://bontrager.com/model/06536

They can be install on the same 'bracket housing' as your breaks. (sorry for the non-tecnical term) I have these fender on mine and it works great.

Cheers!
Forum: Commuting
06-20-11, 07:31 AM
Replies: 50
Views: 4,500
Posted By mttx

That is what I have. Started with the 7.3 for one...

That is what I have. Started with the 7.3 for one season of commuting. Now I am riding a Trek SS 2nd District.

After a few weeks in with the 7.3, I started to notice that I was only riding one...
Forum: Commuting
06-03-11, 11:27 AM
Replies: 25
Views: 3,024
Posted By mttx

what about those 3M shield used on car? Just cut...

what about those 3M shield used on car? Just cut it to match the size of your fork.
Forum: Commuting
06-01-11, 01:21 PM
Replies: 58
Views: 3,270
Posted By mttx

So true. I had a few looks too when I do the same.

So true. I had a few looks too when I do the same.
Forum: Commuting
06-01-11, 08:16 AM
Replies: 71
Views: 2,456
Posted By mttx

Even with temp. rising to the 95 degree, some of...

Even with temp. rising to the 95 degree, some of you can still commute in working clothes?

As my commute is 13 miles, it is also not an option to me.
Forum: Commuting
06-01-11, 08:11 AM
Replies: 58
Views: 3,270
Posted By mttx

Climbing a hill

I was curious on how folks out there process to climb a hill.

On my commute, I have 2-3 hills that I hve to climb. As I ride on a SS, I don;t usually attack the hill the same way as if I was...
Forum: Commuting
06-01-11, 07:37 AM
Replies: 4
Views: 651
Posted By mttx

I guess so. Bus driver here are so bad that in...

I guess so. Bus driver here are so bad that in some area, resident put sign up for them to slow down and be more careful. Taking the bus here is like ridding a roller coaster. I remember the last...
Forum: Commuting
06-01-11, 07:31 AM
Replies: 4
Views: 651
Posted By mttx

I do think that Ottawa is a very nice city to...

I do think that Ottawa is a very nice city to commute. Lots of MUP, bike lanes and the roads are in somehow good shape. I love my commute but there are just some moments that I wish I can throw my...
Forum: Commuting
06-01-11, 07:07 AM
Replies: 4
Views: 651
Posted By mttx

Commuting in Ottawa, ON

3 things I hate the most about commuting in Ottawa:

1 - Bus driver - seems like they think they own the road and everyone should yield at them no matter what

2- Taxi driver - always on the rush...
Forum: Commuting
05-30-11, 07:13 AM
Replies: 5,293
Views: 196,176
Posted By mttx

Very nice ride in today. Sunny, no wind and about...

Very nice ride in today. Sunny, no wind and about 18 C. I decide to count how may rider from my 13 miles commute and came with around 130. Can't wait to ride back home now.. sadly it is an other 7...
Forum: Commuting
05-30-11, 06:59 AM
Replies: 45
Views: 34,872
Posted By mttx

+1.

+1.
Forum: Commuting
05-24-11, 01:51 PM
Replies: 26
Views: 1,678
Posted By mttx

hhmmm.. never thought about it until reading this...

hhmmm.. never thought about it until reading this thread.
Forum: Commuting
05-24-11, 11:43 AM
Replies: 92
Views: 6,527
Posted By mttx

hhmmm.. glad he is fine and have good reflex but...

hhmmm.. glad he is fine and have good reflex but somehow I feel like it is unreal.. Seems like he knew exactly what was going to happen and didn't even try to slow down crossing that last lane. But...
Forum: Commuting
05-24-11, 11:13 AM
Replies: 71
Views: 2,456
Posted By mttx

As some said, it depends on many factors. For me,...

As some said, it depends on many factors. For me, it is all about how much you push yourself and how much you sweat. As a rule of thumb, I believe that only you can judge if after a commute ride you...
Forum: Commuting
05-20-11, 01:40 PM
Replies: 24
Views: 918
Posted By mttx

lol zoltani. Someone must be bored at work eh? ...

lol zoltani. Someone must be bored at work eh?

OP, I know EXACTLY how you feel. IMO SS are great in pretty much every single aspect except for headwinds. Good luck!
Forum: Commuting
05-20-11, 11:32 AM
Replies: 11
Views: 1,397
Posted By mttx

Well you guys sold me on it. Thanks for all the...

Well you guys sold me on it. Thanks for all the inputs.
Forum: Commuting
05-20-11, 07:56 AM
Replies: 71
Views: 2,911
Posted By mttx

Top speed ever was 42 mph on my SS (what was...

Top speed ever was 42 mph on my SS (what was recorded on my iphone apps). My average speed on a typical day is about 13 mph within a 13-15 miles commute - one way. With headwind.. don't even talk...
Forum: Commuting
05-20-11, 07:46 AM
Replies: 11
Views: 1,397
Posted By mttx

Excellent. Thanks guys! I figure that I...

Excellent. Thanks guys!

I figure that I will get the combo front/back unit. Used it for now and should I decide to keep riding when Fall comes when daylight is shorter, I'll just use the front...
Forum: Commuting
05-20-11, 06:57 AM
Replies: 1
Views: 317
Posted By mttx

Groin injury

Pulled my left groin yesterday playing hockey just before the long weekend :notamused: I wanted to bike in today but just the fact of sitting cause some disconfort, I choose not too. The good news is...
Forum: Commuting
05-20-11, 06:46 AM
Replies: 11
Views: 1,397
Posted By mttx

Blackburn Flea 2.0 USB light

Looking to buy a rear light for those raining days where visibility is low. Had some close call lately and would like to be more visible.

What are your thoughts about the blackburn flea rear...
Forum: Commuting
05-18-11, 07:21 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 428
Posted By mttx

Bontrager Satellite Fender ...

Bontrager Satellite Fender

http://bontrager.com/model/06536
Forum: Commuting
05-17-11, 12:28 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 681
Posted By mttx

Thaks guys. I'll try to eat more of 'fats' food....

Thaks guys. I'll try to eat more of 'fats' food. Being an asian, our meal does not always contain all of the necessary fats that y'all refer too. I guess I'll have to find some alternative for it.
...
Forum: Commuting
05-17-11, 11:58 AM
Replies: 7
Views: 681
Posted By mttx

Question about eating proprely to fuel by body

Good day,

Since I started to commute, I feel really good and seems like I have more energy at work. (Desk job) However I start to think that I am not eating the right thing to fuel my body...
Forum: Commuting
05-17-11, 08:45 AM
Replies: 58
Views: 1,939
Posted By mttx

At this time in Ottawa, ON it is the Canadian...

At this time in Ottawa, ON it is the Canadian Tulips Festival. Riding along the canal with all the tulips blooming is beautiful.

http://www.tulipfestival.ca/
Forum: Commuting
05-17-11, 07:33 AM
Replies: 5,293
Views: 196,176
Posted By mttx

Cloudy day with light breeze that turn into a...

Cloudy day with light breeze that turn into a head wind just enough to slow me down a little. Despite all that, it was an great ride to work!
Forum: Commuting
05-16-11, 12:37 PM
Replies: 35
Views: 5,690
Posted By mttx

+1 for Shimano. I have the model just below....

+1 for Shimano. I have the model just below. M-076 and love it!
Forum: Commuting
05-16-11, 12:11 PM
Replies: 58
Views: 1,939
Posted By mttx

- Just the simple pleasure of biking - when...

- Just the simple pleasure of biking
- when other commuters smile back to me when there is an eye contact (I must admit that I tend to look at their bike first)
- The morning breeze
Forum: Commuting
05-12-11, 01:32 PM
Replies: 54
Views: 3,677
Posted By mttx

I couldn't have said it better. Thanks mate!

I couldn't have said it better. Thanks mate!
Forum: Commuting
05-12-11, 12:37 PM
Replies: 54
Views: 3,677
Posted By mttx

Does most SS/FG user ride with backpack/msg bag?...

Does most SS/FG user ride with backpack/msg bag? For me, I wouldn't gone SS if I was going to put rack on my bike. With weight on my bike, I will not be able to storm away from any red light as I am...
Forum: Commuting
05-12-11, 07:05 AM
Replies: 54
Views: 3,677
Posted By mttx

I ride on a SS. Love it but as many says, it...

I ride on a SS. Love it but as many says, it depend on the area you are. If there is a lot of hills, SS might not be the best choice. If you can have both, it it the best option. SS is great but when...
Forum: Commuting
05-12-11, 06:58 AM
Replies: 38
Views: 3,069
Posted By mttx

I have a Gore Oxygen Jacket for rain and it is...

I have a Gore Oxygen Jacket for rain and it is gore-tex. Love the jacket and it does a really good job keeping me dry from the rain. However there is a compromise to it as it is not very breathable...
Forum: Commuting
05-11-11, 09:16 AM
Replies: 47
Views: 1,631
Posted By mttx

Mine is 13-15 depending on my mood. I usually go...

Mine is 13-15 depending on my mood. I usually go the longer distance in the morning to avoid the bad traffic area. Biking should be relaxing so I don't mind adding some distance just to keep my...
Forum: Commuting
05-11-11, 08:07 AM
Replies: 472
Views: 16,497
Posted By mttx

An other jump for us as well. Ottawa, Ontario -...

An other jump for us as well. Ottawa, Ontario - Canada.

$1.359 per liter = ~$5.16 for a gallon
Forum: Commuting
05-11-11, 07:59 AM
Replies: 5
Views: 315
Posted By mttx

New to the forum

Good day folks,

Just wanted to chime in as I am new to the forum. I have been communitng for the past 3 weeks and loving it. My commute is from 13-15 miles depending on the route I take with some...
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