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Forum: Commuting
04-20-13, 10:09 PM
Replies: 27
Views: 4,188
Posted By Jim-in-Kirkland

Has anyone tried the Portland Design Works Full...

Has anyone tried the Portland Design Works Full Metal Fender with 25mm tires? Work ok? Thanks
Forum: Advocacy & Safety
03-30-13, 02:19 AM
Replies: 196
Views: 11,542
Posted By Jim-in-Kirkland

Maybe the next time he is stopped for running a...

Maybe the next time he is stopped for running a red light, not having bike lights and not wearing a helmet, he will not mouth off to the police. I am sure we will hear about it....
Forum: Commuting
03-09-13, 02:25 AM
Replies: 30
Views: 3,354
Posted By Jim-in-Kirkland

I am riding a 2000 Bianchi Eros which has a...

I am riding a 2000 Bianchi Eros which has a similar geometry as the Imola as a commuter and really enjoy its handling and ride qualities. It is a bit sportier than a touring bike and a little more...
Forum: Commuting
01-08-13, 10:04 PM
Replies: 23
Views: 1,274
Posted By Jim-in-Kirkland

+ 1 on changing small front chain ring to 24 or...

+ 1 on changing small front chain ring to 24 or 26 - consider adding a chain watcher/catcher to seat tube when installed to help keep the chain from coming off at the front (cost $10+).

At some...
Forum: Advocacy & Safety
12-07-12, 11:50 AM
Replies: 24
Views: 1,400
Posted By Jim-in-Kirkland

check out this online guide to bicycling on the...

check out this online guide to bicycling on the street to get a good overview

http://www.bikexprt.com/streetsmarts/usa/
Forum: Advocacy & Safety
12-03-12, 12:59 AM
Replies: 224
Views: 19,693
Posted By Jim-in-Kirkland

I doubt that if I got run over by a distracted or...

I doubt that if I got run over by a distracted or drunk driver that the construction worker style safety vest that I am wearing will contribute anything to my "safety" - maybe it would assist in the...
Forum: Advocacy & Safety
11-04-12, 03:34 AM
Replies: 135
Views: 8,014
Posted By Jim-in-Kirkland

I already wear a safety vest so I will not be...

I already wear a safety vest so I will not be joining the protest. http://http://www.westernsafety.com/mlkishigo2012/mlkishigo2012pg2.html
Forum: Commuting
10-24-12, 12:04 PM
Replies: 57
Views: 3,424
Posted By Jim-in-Kirkland

If it starts to rain, I stop and pull out the...

If it starts to rain, I stop and pull out the rain poncho from my pannier and put it on along with some old gathers that cover the foot and up to the knee.

When it stops raining, I stop and put...
Forum: Commuting
10-21-12, 08:35 PM
Replies: 31
Views: 5,308
Posted By Jim-in-Kirkland

Flat and short - a cruiser should work along with...

Flat and short - a cruiser should work along with almost any other bike that is the right size for you so that it is comfortable and fun to ride.

If riding in the rain or needing to carry other...
Forum: Advocacy & Safety
09-30-12, 02:17 AM
Replies: 17
Views: 1,286
Posted By Jim-in-Kirkland

In watching the video and seeing most of the...

In watching the video and seeing most of the traffic turning left, it appears that the cyclists on "the wrong side of the street" are avoiding most of the turning traffic and are taking the safest...
Forum: Commuting
09-11-12, 08:30 PM
Replies: 64
Views: 2,837
Posted By Jim-in-Kirkland

Lighten up - you will live longer.... who knows...

Lighten up - you will live longer.... who knows maybe your new parking spot will be better than your old.

If getting to the lock is a hassle, lock it somewhere away from the rack when not is...
Forum: Advocacy & Safety
08-05-12, 12:39 AM
Replies: 21
Views: 1,994
Posted By Jim-in-Kirkland

Sidewalk or MUP = Pedestrian Street = Motorist ...

Sidewalk or MUP = Pedestrian
Street = Motorist

Not too complicated really. As a pedestrian on the sidewalk, you need to stop and check right of way when crossing any road (even if you have a...
Forum: Commuting
07-24-12, 07:17 AM
Replies: 14
Views: 675
Posted By Jim-in-Kirkland

Current commute is 3.75 miles each way with one...

Current commute is 3.75 miles each way with one medium hill - shoulder or bike lane most of the way - pretty scenery - can not complain. Go for it!
Forum: Commuting
07-08-12, 12:23 AM
Replies: 9
Views: 3,245
Posted By Jim-in-Kirkland

Ride your Fuji for a year and don't think/worry...

Ride your Fuji for a year and don't think/worry about a new bike. After you put on the miles and learn how you like or dislike it's geometry and handling you can test ride some other bikes next...
Forum: Commuting
06-14-12, 09:33 AM
Replies: 34
Views: 1,373
Posted By Jim-in-Kirkland

Keep the specialized - the other bike looks low...

Keep the specialized - the other bike looks low end. I suppose getting a new wife that lets you have more bikes is probably out of the question?:)
Forum: Commuting
06-09-12, 12:02 AM
Replies: 9
Views: 674
Posted By Jim-in-Kirkland

While you can scream at the motorist, if they are...

While you can scream at the motorist, if they are pulling out in front of you down the street a bit, you may just need to slow down or stop and let them out.

Kinda of if you were driving a car,...
Forum: Commuting
06-03-12, 07:15 PM
Replies: 45
Views: 3,930
Posted By Jim-in-Kirkland

Topeak Road Morph G on Amazon.com for $27 looks...

Topeak Road Morph G on Amazon.com for $27 looks good to me. Have been using it for years. It is well designed and is effective for getting air in the tires using its mini-floor pump design and...
Forum: Commuting
05-12-12, 09:39 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 441
Posted By Jim-in-Kirkland

Nice bike - pretty sunset - enjoy the summer...

Nice bike - pretty sunset - enjoy the summer riding
Forum: Commuting
05-06-12, 12:42 AM
Replies: 33
Views: 10,477
Posted By Jim-in-Kirkland

Not sure if the bike makes that much of a...

Not sure if the bike makes that much of a difference. I have a nice road bike and get passed all the time. Sounds like you need to concentrate on the clothes with the right layers and go at a pace...
Forum: Advocacy & Safety
04-20-12, 08:31 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 613
Posted By Jim-in-Kirkland

While learning a route and associated potential...

While learning a route and associated potential trouble spots, it seems that it is the unexpected maneuver that can be dangerous.

The driver making a u-turn at the bottom of a big hill, the...
Forum: Commuting
02-16-12, 08:20 PM
Replies: 48
Views: 3,330
Posted By Jim-in-Kirkland

Real happy with Light & Motion Seca 800. 800...

Real happy with Light & Motion Seca 800. 800 lumens for fast street riding, 400 lumens for regular street riding, 200 lumens for multi user trails, flash - all easy to change on the go. Well...
Forum: Advocacy & Safety
01-08-12, 03:22 AM
Replies: 97
Views: 4,747
Posted By Jim-in-Kirkland

What do I do when I see the fast moving vehicle...

What do I do when I see the fast moving vehicle who does have the time or willingness to move over and pass safely?

I let out a primal scream. With a little practice, you can time the scream as...
Forum: Commuting
11-11-11, 09:14 AM
Replies: 92
Views: 37,798
Posted By Jim-in-Kirkland

K'Tesh - Thanks for the post with great details &...

K'Tesh - Thanks for the post with great details & instructions!
Forum: Advocacy & Safety
11-08-11, 09:29 AM
Replies: 34
Views: 2,234
Posted By Jim-in-Kirkland

Sounds like you need to move into the travel lane...

Sounds like you need to move into the travel lane as you approach the entrance to the gas station, so folks in front of you can slow down and turn right without hitting you.

While you can argue...
Forum: Commuting
11-05-11, 12:10 AM
Replies: 37
Views: 7,665
Posted By Jim-in-Kirkland

How about a used Bianchi or Lemond who made some...

How about a used Bianchi or Lemond who made some nice steel bicycles that are now out of fashion with carbon fiber crowd and available for a nice price.
Forum: Commuting
11-02-11, 06:24 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 430
Posted By Jim-in-Kirkland

Thanks for stopping - glad there was a happy...

Thanks for stopping - glad there was a happy ending to your story.
Forum: Advocacy & Safety
10-26-11, 02:43 PM
Replies: 23
Views: 2,264
Posted By Jim-in-Kirkland

+1 Take-a-look - attached to visor on mtb helment

+1 Take-a-look - attached to visor on mtb helment
Forum: Advocacy & Safety
10-11-11, 09:18 AM
Replies: 24
Views: 1,110
Posted By Jim-in-Kirkland

Any safety supply shop in your area - vests tends...

Any safety supply shop in your area - vests tends to run large - I like ML Kishigo vests - mesh for summer - solid material for winter purchased at Western Safety...
Forum: Commuting
10-09-11, 07:35 PM
Replies: 69
Views: 5,964
Posted By Jim-in-Kirkland

OMG - I am fred! All this time & did not know...

OMG - I am fred! All this time & did not know it....
Forum: Commuting
10-02-11, 09:57 AM
Replies: 46
Views: 6,895
Posted By Jim-in-Kirkland

No problem until you hit a large pothole and the...

No problem until you hit a large pothole and the pump comes out, lodges into the back wheel, locks up the back wheel and you fly over the handlebars.
Forum: Advocacy & Safety
06-05-11, 10:20 PM
Replies: 23
Views: 848
Posted By Jim-in-Kirkland

How about we start with all the cyclists who do...

How about we start with all the cyclists who do not want to stop for school buses?
Forum: Commuting
04-29-11, 11:08 PM
Replies: 19
Views: 809
Posted By Jim-in-Kirkland

Don't like the idea of locking up to handicapped...

Don't like the idea of locking up to handicapped parking sign on a regular basis. Usually, you would want to leave you heavy u-lock & cable at at the bike rack overnight so you do not have to drag...
Forum: Commuting
02-21-11, 09:18 PM
Replies: 17
Views: 2,858
Posted By Jim-in-Kirkland

https://lh5.googleusercontent.com/_GJGSp7RyZ0I/TWL...

https://lh5.googleusercontent.com/_GJGSp7RyZ0I/TWLkplPMUFI/AAAAAAAABsc/NtZaFQtlI1w/s144/Pic1.JPG
Clothes laid out overlapped to view how they are folded
...
Forum: Commuting
02-19-11, 10:12 PM
Replies: 15
Views: 5,525
Posted By Jim-in-Kirkland

I am happy with my Soma Smoothie ES with steel...

I am happy with my Soma Smoothie ES with steel fork. Use as a commuter & for occasional 20+ mile club ride. Use 25 & 28 mm tires with fenders. Easy fender install under the long reach caliper...
Forum: Advocacy & Safety
11-27-10, 09:24 PM
Replies: 150
Views: 8,692
Posted By Jim-in-Kirkland

Why all the negative comments? Are the...

Why all the negative comments? Are the stereotypes about bicyclists being arrogant a%%holes correct?

In regards to your question - I just state how safety is very important to me when bicycling...
Forum: Commuting
11-06-10, 04:41 PM
Replies: 36
Views: 2,679
Posted By Jim-in-Kirkland

+1 on rolling up pants, underwear, tshirt &...

+1 on rolling up pants, underwear, tshirt & casual wrinkle free dress shirt placed in sealed Hefty Jumbo 2.5 gallon bag inside a Jannd Economy Pannier along with lunch. Other side Jannd Pannier has...
Forum: Commuting
06-07-10, 06:29 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 789
Posted By Jim-in-Kirkland

They can't fault you for riding with out paying...

They can't fault you for riding with out paying that gas tax.
Forum: Commuting
06-07-10, 06:22 PM
Replies: 22
Views: 3,539
Posted By Jim-in-Kirkland

Left panier.

Left panier.
Forum: Commuting
12-25-09, 12:20 PM
Replies: 38
Views: 2,425
Posted By Jim-in-Kirkland

I would suggest taking your draft and dividing...

I would suggest taking your draft and dividing into 3 or 4 paragraphs. Include some examples of fun places to bike and walk to & drop some the more preachy dialogue. I also drop the reference to...
Forum: Commuting
10-12-09, 06:56 AM
Replies: 170
Views: 11,281
Posted By Jim-in-Kirkland

You bet - wear a mesh vest in summer - canvas...

You bet - wear a mesh vest in summer - canvas vest in winter. ANSI 3 Vest is always on except when wearing the rain cape. Picked from Western Saftey in the industrial area of Seattle.
Forum: Commuting
09-05-09, 06:25 AM
Replies: 45
Views: 2,442
Posted By Jim-in-Kirkland

Carefully... quite a few poorly designed small...

Carefully... quite a few poorly designed small roundabouts have been installed in the Seattle area recently. Drivers who were use to a straight shot down the road - just ignore them, build up speed...
Forum: Clydesdales/Athenas (200+ lb / 91+ kg)
08-16-09, 09:09 PM
Replies: 16
Views: 1,955
Posted By Jim-in-Kirkland

I have a 28t rear cassette on my Sora 8sp triple...

I have a 28t rear cassette on my Sora 8sp triple setup - works fine - $20 nashbar house brand model. If you need easier gears - you could try a 30t rear cassette with the Sora or get a mtb rear...
Forum: Clydesdales/Athenas (200+ lb / 91+ kg)
08-16-09, 01:40 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 2,197
Posted By Jim-in-Kirkland

In review - I am using an Easton EA50 seatpost -...

In review - I am using an Easton EA50 seatpost - the saddle is positioned more to the rear of the seatpost attachment vs being dead center. Maybe a seatpost with a different offset & more center...
Forum: Commuting
08-16-09, 09:08 AM
Replies: 35
Views: 2,889
Posted By Jim-in-Kirkland

I use a set of small/medium jannd economy paniers...

I use a set of small/medium jannd economy paniers

- one side has road morph pump with guage, spare tube, patch kit, tire levers, small bottle of chain lube, rain grear (old cape/leggins), battery...
Forum: Clydesdales/Athenas (200+ lb / 91+ kg)
08-15-09, 09:00 AM
Replies: 7
Views: 2,197
Posted By Jim-in-Kirkland

Hello Everyone, Thanks for the feedback - I...

Hello Everyone,

Thanks for the feedback - I am now giving the Selle clydesdale (no spring) saddle at try.

One brooks dealer indicated that with a handlebar height a couple of inches lower...
Forum: Clydesdales/Athenas (200+ lb / 91+ kg)
08-07-09, 06:06 AM
Replies: 7
Views: 2,197
Posted By Jim-in-Kirkland

Brooks Champion Flyer (with springs) problem

I have just broken a rail on my 2nd Brooks Champion Flyer saddle after about 1500 average commuter miles (no jumps, curb hopping etc..). My sensitive lower back loves the slight cushion and the seat...
Forum: Advocacy & Safety
06-06-09, 04:33 PM
Replies: 22
Views: 1,065
Posted By Jim-in-Kirkland

A presentation that I saw by Willie Wier included...

A presentation that I saw by Willie Wier included "alpha dog" instructions which included standing up on the pedals and letting out a commanding yell/yelp. It dealt with dealing with packs of dogs...
Forum: Commuting
05-16-09, 09:59 AM
Replies: 10
Views: 2,056
Posted By Jim-in-Kirkland

A spare rear wheel, cassette removal tool & chain...

A spare rear wheel, cassette removal tool & chain whip along the know how of moving the cassette from one wheel to another - will keep you rolling. A spare bike works too, but the spare rear wheel...
Forum: Commuting
01-03-09, 08:10 AM
Replies: 45
Views: 2,834
Posted By Jim-in-Kirkland

On a dark raining night, you need to know your...

On a dark raining night, you need to know your route and where the cracks and ride ending road trenchs are located - I am not sure if any bike light will help you see them in advance traveling more...
Forum: Pacific Northwest
12-25-08, 11:34 AM
Replies: 0
Views: 523
Posted By Jim-in-Kirkland

Info on Seattle Moonlight Bike Ride Series

Anyone know the who/what/where on the Seattle Moonlight monthly bike ride series?

Thanks.
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