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Forum: Commuting
08-27-16, 06:53 AM
Replies: 119
Views: 11,347
Posted By b_twill

https://cdn.meme.am/instances/500x/64936799.jpg ...

https://cdn.meme.am/instances/500x/64936799.jpg

:D
08-27-16, 05:50 AM
Replies: 36
Views: 4,589
Posted By b_twill

Here's one I think would fit me. Mens Lanterne...

Here's one I think would fit me.
Mens Lanterne Rouge-Red Short Sleeve Cycling Jersey-Fat Lad At The Back (http://fatladattheback.com/lads-lanterne-rouge-short-sleeve-cycling-jersey)
Forum: Commuting
08-23-16, 08:32 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 754
Posted By b_twill

The hole was maybe a mm long, a pinch is...

The hole was maybe a mm long, a pinch is possible.
I do carry spare tubes, but since my buddy was leaving about 15 minutes behid me I caught a ride. Didn't feel like dealing with it in the parking...
Forum: Commuting
08-23-16, 07:27 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 754
Posted By b_twill

Odd flat today

Had my first flat today while commuting. Was fine going in, came out from work and the back tire was flat. Luckily I was still at work and was able to catch a ride with a friend. When I got home...
07-24-16, 03:16 PM
Replies: 57
Views: 3,586
Posted By b_twill

I have an odd metallic ping on occasion from my...

I have an odd metallic ping on occasion from my front wheel. I suspect some loose spokes that are rubbing together. It's rather annoying as it seems to only happen when it's hot and is very...
Forum: Commuting
06-27-16, 04:40 PM
Replies: 3,369
Views: 165,852
Posted By b_twill

It's been a while since I posted on the commute...

It's been a while since I posted on the commute thread....
Anyone familiar with Holland MI? The major north/south road, US-31, is under construction this summer and that's throwing all normal...
06-07-16, 08:05 PM
Replies: 294
Views: 19,986
Posted By b_twill

Big news around these parts, such a tragedy. ...

Big news around these parts, such a tragedy. They are now reporting at least 5 have died, may have been part of a group ride. Police are still investigating. At least the driver is in custody after...
06-06-16, 07:08 PM
Replies: 255
Views: 17,134
Posted By b_twill

I find that in any group or hobby that there are...

I find that in any group or hobby that there are always the ones that go out pay the big $$$$ to look the part and then look down their noses at everyone else. Whether it's pick ups, golf, firearms,...
06-05-16, 05:39 PM
Replies: 0
Views: 483
Posted By b_twill

Bike rack opinions

I'm in the market for a hitch bike rack for transporting up to 3 bikes. Would really like a platform/tray style and have been pondering the Kuat transfer 3, but with 44" from bumper to end, it seems...
10-11-15, 12:38 PM
Replies: 55
Views: 5,495
Posted By b_twill

A LBS has Dr Suess "Thing 1" and "Thing 2"...

A LBS has Dr Suess "Thing 1" and "Thing 2" jerseys, I keep threatening my wife with them. :)
Forum: Commuting
08-09-15, 09:37 AM
Replies: 162
Views: 15,729
Posted By b_twill

A couple noteworthy stories...At a light waiting...

A couple noteworthy stories...At a light waiting to turn left, a van pulls up next to me and the driver leans out and asks what kind of gas mileage I get. I replied pretty good, especially after...
07-19-15, 02:26 PM
Replies: 53
Views: 7,137
Posted By b_twill

Was that yesterday? You folks had some good...

Was that yesterday? You folks had some good storms roll through!
05-19-15, 02:28 PM
Replies: 42
Views: 3,103
Posted By b_twill

Let's be honest, most drivers don't even know how...

Let's be honest, most drivers don't even know how to use their own signals! ;)
05-18-15, 07:19 PM
Replies: 42
Views: 3,103
Posted By b_twill

When was that changed? I knew it was being...

When was that changed? I knew it was being discussed but missed whether it went through or not.

I still do the bent left arm up for signaling a right turn. With all the "NCIS" type shows on...
Forum: Commuting
05-08-15, 04:21 PM
Replies: 104
Views: 8,420
Posted By b_twill

This is my morning routine exactly, even the...

This is my morning routine exactly, even the distance is the same!
Forum: Commuting
04-18-14, 05:40 PM
Replies: 23
Views: 1,693
Posted By b_twill

Not a woman, but married to one! Does that...

Not a woman, but married to one! Does that count? My wife likes to wear skirts while biking too. She usually goes the 'modesty protection' way and wears some black, mid thigh length yoga shorts...
03-23-14, 05:58 PM
Replies: 37
Views: 3,248
Posted By b_twill

THIS. ...

THIS.
http://spinoff.comicbookresources.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/10/tardis-doctor-who.jpg
Forum: Commuting
01-02-14, 08:16 PM
Replies: 61
Views: 3,269
Posted By b_twill

Jeez I feel like a wimp...haven't ridden my bike...

Jeez I feel like a wimp...haven't ridden my bike since the middle of November. My kit can get me down to the upper 20's, but since it seems like that was the last time it was above freezing combined...
Forum: Commuting
08-29-13, 08:14 PM
Replies: 73
Views: 4,194
Posted By b_twill

Froot Loops. :thumb: Come on, I can't be the...

Froot Loops. :thumb: Come on, I can't be the only one who likes sugar coated puffed sugar!
OK, that's been just for the past couple weeks. Usually it's Wheaties or some form of Shredded Wheat...
Forum: Commuting
08-29-13, 06:49 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 1,492
Posted By b_twill

That is how I've been commuting for the past...

That is how I've been commuting for the past three years. Park in the car pool lot that is about 9 miles from my job. Was wooried at first about theft/vandalism but haven't had any issues!
Forum: Commuting
08-26-13, 07:50 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 524
Posted By b_twill

I got caught in a storm a few years ago. It was...

I got caught in a storm a few years ago. It was one of those afternoon pop up things that was just a blip on the radar when I left work. Kept a close eye on the trees and the thunder seemed extra...
08-25-13, 05:10 PM
Replies: 19
Views: 915
Posted By b_twill

Merrell Barefoot shoes. Lightweight and plenty...

Merrell Barefoot shoes. Lightweight and plenty of ventilation.
Forum: Commuting
07-08-13, 08:34 PM
Replies: 14
Views: 765
Posted By b_twill

If you bought it from the lbs, why didn't they...

If you bought it from the lbs, why didn't they exchange it for you? Seems odd they had you contact then.
I love my mirricyle, by not using the "upright" piece it works just fine on my drop bars.
Forum: Commuting
07-08-13, 08:19 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 991
Posted By b_twill

Ironically I feel a little more safer in the...

Ironically I feel a little more safer in the dark. Figuring my lights show up a lot better so I feel more visable. It seems people giveyou more room too. Although my wife hates it when I'm riding...
Forum: Commuting
06-11-13, 08:41 PM
Replies: 56
Views: 4,181
Posted By b_twill

Had that happen once. I just looked at them and...

Had that happen once. I just looked at them and motioned for them to keep moving and kept peddling. Next time I may just give them a peace sign.
Forum: Commuting
04-26-13, 04:52 PM
Replies: 15
Views: 985
Posted By b_twill

How are the minoura mounts? I was looking at...

How are the minoura mounts? I was looking at this one.
http://www.amazon.com/gp/aw/d/B00810V1DG/ref=mp_s_a_1?qid=1367016640&sr=8-1&pi=SL75
Forum: Commuting
04-26-13, 06:45 AM
Replies: 15
Views: 985
Posted By b_twill

I've been using a niterider minewt 150 for my...

I've been using a niterider minewt 150 for my headlight.
Forum: Commuting
04-25-13, 08:42 PM
Replies: 15
Views: 985
Posted By b_twill

That's great! Can that be ordered from nashbar...

That's great! Can that be ordered from nashbar or amazon?
Forum: Commuting
04-25-13, 08:25 PM
Replies: 15
Views: 985
Posted By b_twill

headlight with interrupter brakes?

Got my new bike ('12 Raleigh RX 1.0) that came with interrupter brakes. My current headlight won't fit on the handlebars now, any options besides removing the brakes?
Forum: Commuting
04-13-13, 12:15 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 606
Posted By b_twill

cyclocross bike for commuting

After checking out the LBS offerings, I think I have it down to two choices. Either the Trek Crossrip Elite, or Kona Jake. Both fit well and were comfortable to ride and are priced the same. The...
Forum: Commuting
01-05-13, 09:40 AM
Replies: 58
Views: 2,591
Posted By b_twill

All urban commute, about 15 stop signs/lights in...

All urban commute, about 15 stop signs/lights in my 9 mile trip. During the summer I will have a moving average around 17 mph, over all average around 15 mph, of course this varies with the wind......
Forum: Commuting
01-03-13, 07:43 PM
Replies: 148
Views: 14,633
Posted By b_twill

Pros: Like most said, it's cheap, easy and fun...

Pros: Like most said, it's cheap, easy and fun way to to get in your exercise. Lost 30 lbs and am now the same weight as I was when I graduated from high school 20 some odd years ago. I also get a...
12-26-12, 06:00 PM
Replies: 32
Views: 1,772
Posted By b_twill

Got this from the library a while ago. Really...

Got this from the library a while ago. Really enjoyed it!
http://www.amazon.com/Eat-Sleep-Ride-Badlands-Breakfasts/dp/1553658175
Forum: Commuting
12-26-12, 04:08 PM
Replies: 45
Views: 2,337
Posted By b_twill

19*? Lets see...normal work attire, winter coat...

19*? Lets see...normal work attire, winter coat and 3000 lbs of steel, plastic and rubber! 19 is too cold for me, I drive at that temp!
Forum: Commuting
12-26-12, 04:02 PM
Replies: 46
Views: 1,842
Posted By b_twill

Wife and I got a Cygolite Hotshot rear light, not...

Wife and I got a Cygolite Hotshot rear light, not much of a surprise since I ordered them. Gave the in-laws a headlight/rear light set (Bontrager Ion2 and Flare3) .
Forum: Commuting
12-18-12, 04:29 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 404
Posted By b_twill

last commute of 2012...

Well today was the last commute of the year. I have the rest of the year off as vacation!:thumb: The year ended with a stiff headwind with rain/snow showers...can't wait till next year!
My goal...
Forum: Commuting
12-17-12, 07:50 PM
Replies: 24
Views: 1,300
Posted By b_twill

Hey thanks for all the suggestions! We've been...

Hey thanks for all the suggestions! We've been thinking of getting new bikes for a while. We're ready to upgrade from our Giant Farrago's (with full suspension) that we currently are riding. ...
Forum: Commuting
12-15-12, 07:58 PM
Replies: 24
Views: 1,300
Posted By b_twill

New bike fever

My wife and I stopped by the LBS today to pick up some Christmas gifts and while there we both fell in love with the Trek Crossrip :love:. Really took some will power to not walk out with two new...
Forum: Commuting
11-19-12, 06:25 PM
Replies: 81
Views: 3,649
Posted By b_twill

Front light (minewt 150) I'll turn on in blinky...

Front light (minewt 150) I'll turn on in blinky mode during the day. About half the time I'll flip on the rear lights. They are your basic blackburn lights so it is debate as to whether they do any...
Forum: Commuting
10-18-12, 03:14 PM
Replies: 44
Views: 2,809
Posted By b_twill

It's good to be the King. :p

It's good to be the King. :p
Forum: Commuting
10-15-12, 04:30 PM
Replies: 44
Views: 2,809
Posted By b_twill

I'm glad I came across this thread as I was...

I'm glad I came across this thread as I was wondering the same thing. I had chalked it up to bearing grease getting thicker and a tendency for stronger winds from less helpful directions.
Forum: Commuting
10-01-12, 10:55 AM
Replies: 16
Views: 838
Posted By b_twill

ever cause an accident?

I've always wondered as I watch cars as I watch cars zip around me and playing chicken with me and the on coming traffic...has any one ever caused an accident? A car stopped suddenly because they...
Forum: Commuting
08-30-12, 07:50 PM
Replies: 3,987
Views: 131,707
Posted By b_twill

Yesterday was my 100th day commuting this year! ...

Yesterday was my 100th day commuting this year! Waa-Hoo!! This means I have saved around 75 gallons of gas or about $300 though my wife says I spent double that on biking gear, so I'm still in the...
Forum: Commuting
07-07-12, 07:50 AM
Replies: 39
Views: 1,972
Posted By b_twill

A stop at Taco Bell first? Some well timed gas...

A stop at Taco Bell first? Some well timed gas release may take care of the problem...just make sure nobody is following you! ;)
Actually on the weekends, my wife and I will bike Kent Trails in the...
Forum: Commuting
07-06-12, 05:40 PM
Replies: 93
Views: 4,830
Posted By b_twill

I typically average Mach 0.023 with no wind. :p

I typically average Mach 0.023 with no wind. :p
Forum: Commuting
07-05-12, 07:12 PM
Replies: 39
Views: 1,972
Posted By b_twill

I was actually surprised by the number of people...

I was actually surprised by the number of people out biking/walking this afternoon. Thought I would be the only one, 3 bicyclists and 2 walkers. Guess I wasn't the only one out enjoying the weather!
Forum: Commuting
07-05-12, 05:25 PM
Replies: 39
Views: 1,972
Posted By b_twill

100 degrees!

It finally hit 100 F here in Grand Rapids. Yeah, I know, no big deal for you folks down south. But if you listen to the news folks this is the beginning of the end! So far I haven't seen the "fry...
Forum: Commuting
06-18-12, 08:05 PM
Replies: 23
Views: 871
Posted By b_twill

They are a little sparse in my neighborhood too,...

They are a little sparse in my neighborhood too, most days it's just me, the squirrels and the birds. The most bikers I've seen in the morning is 5, I was excited this morning because there were 4...
Forum: Commuting
06-09-12, 07:23 PM
Replies: 3,987
Views: 131,707
Posted By b_twill

Very nice morning yesterday, saw 5 other bikers...

Very nice morning yesterday, saw 5 other bikers out (I think that's a record!). Got the dust blown off me by a guy on a road bike, and I thought I was moving at a pretty good clip (for me anyway) at...
Forum: Commuting
06-04-12, 04:51 PM
Replies: 27
Views: 1,978
Posted By b_twill

Had a fellow commuter point out that the bike...

Had a fellow commuter point out that the bike path he was on is really nice as I passed him going the opposite direction. I gave him a little acknowledgement wave and continued on my merry way. ...
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