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Forum: Hybrid Bicycles
04-13-13, 06:29 AM
Replies: 11
Views: 4,939
Posted By jbooker82

I use an adjustable stem on my 8.3. It is nice to...

I use an adjustable stem on my 8.3. It is nice to find the sweet spot that is right for you.
Forum: Hybrid Bicycles
12-12-12, 10:00 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 23,519
Posted By jbooker82

I believe the tubes in my Trek DS are for 700c...

I believe the tubes in my Trek DS are for 700c 35-42mm
Forum: Hybrid Bicycles
12-05-12, 01:10 AM
Replies: 9
Views: 12,374
Posted By jbooker82

My wife has the 2012 DS 8.2 and I have the 2013...

My wife has the 2012 DS 8.2 and I have the 2013 DS 8.3. Having it to do all over again we would have gotten her a DS 8.3. We are new to bike and coudnt really see the benifit of the 8.3 over the 8.2...
Forum: Hybrid Bicycles
11-13-12, 06:25 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 1,219
Posted By jbooker82

You can also put some locktight on the bar where...

You can also put some locktight on the bar where the grip clamps to. Then snug it down. As the lock tight dries it expands and will really lock the the grip in place. Only do this if the end of the...
Forum: Electronics, Lighting, & Gadgets
10-18-12, 01:31 AM
Replies: 10
Views: 930
Posted By jbooker82

The reson why it vibrates up is because how the...

The reson why it vibrates up is because how the load is on the rubber ring. Rotate the light down a little farther than where you want it at. Then bring back up to where you want it. That way the...
Forum: Electronics, Lighting, & Gadgets
09-29-12, 04:01 AM
Replies: 3
Views: 921
Posted By jbooker82

Most LIPO battery chargers wont charge when the...

Most LIPO battery chargers wont charge when the battery get that low because it can blow up. It is a safty feature. On RC batteries I have known guys to use a NIMH or NICD battery charge mode on a...
Forum: Hybrid Bicycles
09-28-12, 10:34 PM
Replies: 16
Views: 5,107
Posted By jbooker82

Yea that is it. They do that so you can change...

Yea that is it. They do that so you can change pads with out having to remove a bolt. You slimply take the tire off then you can grab a pad and pull it out. When the rotor is in there there isnt...
Forum: Hybrid Bicycles
09-28-12, 08:03 PM
Replies: 16
Views: 5,107
Posted By jbooker82

I dont have any problems wtih squeeling rotors...

I dont have any problems wtih squeeling rotors but i have changed them to 180mm Aligator Wind Cutters, and I still use the stock Tektro Novela calipars. I do have a set of Tektro Aquilla calipars on...
Forum: Electronics, Lighting, & Gadgets
09-25-12, 07:24 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 1,212
Posted By jbooker82

I have a Sigma BC1609 it works really well. You...

I have a Sigma BC1609 it works really well. You can buy a second bike kit for it and use one computer for two bikes. It has time, temp, totoal milage, total time as well. You can also purchase a...
Forum: Electronics, Lighting, & Gadgets
09-24-12, 11:46 PM
Replies: 33
Views: 2,023
Posted By jbooker82

12 volt Optima Blue top car battery.

12 volt Optima Blue top car battery.
Forum: Electronics, Lighting, & Gadgets
09-16-12, 09:07 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 1,469
Posted By jbooker82

With RC LiPo batteries for long term storage guys...

With RC LiPo batteries for long term storage guys prefer to store them around half to 2/3 capacity. It would be kind of hard to determine with these packs because your charger doesn't give you mAh...
Forum: Electronics, Lighting, & Gadgets
09-14-12, 11:57 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 1,469
Posted By jbooker82

I ordered my MJ-816E from them about a month or...

I ordered my MJ-816E from them about a month or so ago. I placed another order earlier this week for the Magic Shine 6600 mAh battery, and the carbon fiber head light mount. My first order was...
Forum: Hybrid Bicycles
09-08-12, 09:36 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 1,193
Posted By jbooker82

I don't know. I like the flat black look.

I don't know. I like the flat black look.
Forum: Hybrid Bicycles
09-08-12, 01:48 AM
Replies: 40
Views: 10,654
Posted By jbooker82

I think it is more of a ruber elasomer that...

I think it is more of a ruber elasomer that absorbs vibrations, not really inteded to absob big bumps.
Forum: Hybrid Bicycles
09-06-12, 10:27 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 4,162
Posted By jbooker82

The D.S. 8.3 will have the locking front...

The D.S. 8.3 will have the locking front suspension fork. It is a nice feature to have. I dont notice loosing much peddling effort to the front suspension unil I stand up and peddle hard. Then you...
Forum: Electronics, Lighting, & Gadgets
08-31-12, 08:14 AM
Replies: 7
Views: 828
Posted By jbooker82

When you overcharge a lipo battery it can burst...

When you overcharge a lipo battery it can burst in to flames.

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

It is one above was done on purpose but it shows what can happen. I charge my lipo's...
Forum: Hybrid Bicycles
08-31-12, 07:15 AM
Replies: 122
Views: 67,305
Posted By jbooker82

2013 Trek D.S. 8.3 in True Blue here. My wife has...

2013 Trek D.S. 8.3 in True Blue here. My wife has a 2012 Trek D.S. 8.2. Both have about 150 miles on them and so far so good. I like the ride and they really suit our riding style. We ride paved bike...
Forum: Hybrid Bicycles
08-31-12, 05:42 AM
Replies: 17
Views: 42,026
Posted By jbooker82

I would make the journy to try the Trek. I bike...

I would make the journy to try the Trek. I bike is a pretty good sized purchase, and i would want to try as many as possible with in reason before I made a decision. That other bike store might have...
Forum: Electric Bikes
08-29-12, 07:54 PM
Replies: 52
Views: 6,080
Posted By jbooker82

I guess that at least seems fair. Yea you will...

I guess that at least seems fair. Yea you will have to put up the up front cost of the meter, but at least she can still ride. Just make sure the company understands that it is your meter and if for...
Forum: Electronics, Lighting, & Gadgets
08-28-12, 04:19 PM
Replies: 132
Views: 10,377
Posted By jbooker82

Yea it all depends on how well of a designed...

Yea it all depends on how well of a designed light you have too. If you have a super bright narrow spot beam your wasting light by not spreading it out.
Forum: Electronics, Lighting, & Gadgets
08-28-12, 08:01 AM
Replies: 132
Views: 10,377
Posted By jbooker82

The greater the contrast (difference in...

The greater the contrast (difference in brightness) the less you will see out side the beam of light. Night blindness really happens. Same thing as some one shining a flash light in your eyes then...
Forum: Hybrid Bicycles
08-26-12, 10:51 PM
Replies: 22
Views: 34,346
Posted By jbooker82

700c and 29" wheels are the same size. I...

700c and 29" wheels are the same size.

I belive the C in 700c refers to the rim type or clincher rim type. C = Crochet-type, SS would be Straight Side, and HB would be Hooked Bead.

A 700C rim...
Forum: Hybrid Bicycles
08-25-12, 11:42 PM
Replies: 30
Views: 32,045
Posted By jbooker82

I like my 8.3 but it is my first real bike. I...

I like my 8.3 but it is my first real bike. I ride with the suspension locked on pavement but when I turn off the pavement I unlock it. It is like the best of both worlds. How much you ride with the...
Forum: Electronics, Lighting, & Gadgets
08-25-12, 01:45 AM
Replies: 20
Views: 1,410
Posted By jbooker82

The magic shine style lights with the smooth...

The magic shine style lights with the smooth reflector will be the strongest spot light. If you get one with an orange peel texture it will still be a spot light but it will be a wider less intense...
Forum: Electronics, Lighting, & Gadgets
08-25-12, 01:32 AM
Replies: 9
Views: 636
Posted By jbooker82

I also thought about cutting the plug off the...

I also thought about cutting the plug off the light and putting my own on. My other hobby is RC Cars and I have a nice LiPo balance charger and a few 5000 mAh 2s 8.4v batteries. I fast charge my...
Forum: Electronics, Lighting, & Gadgets
08-25-12, 01:25 AM
Replies: 9
Views: 636
Posted By jbooker82

From what I read on their site when Geoman when...

From what I read on their site when Geoman when belly up Action LED Lights bought their remaining Magic Shine stock.

They are running a sale on some of their older Magic Shine lights. 20% off on...
Forum: Hybrid Bicycles
08-25-12, 01:01 AM
Replies: 7
Views: 5,111
Posted By jbooker82

What about the D.S. 8.3 it has suspension lock...

What about the D.S. 8.3 it has suspension lock wich will lock the fork so it rides like rigid fork. It also is a 24 speed and has disk brakes.
Forum: Hybrid Bicycles
08-10-12, 04:31 AM
Replies: 549
Views: 255,870
Posted By jbooker82

Yep, where is the mud and dirt?

Yep, where is the mud and dirt?
Forum: Hybrid Bicycles
08-10-12, 04:16 AM
Replies: 8
Views: 8,579
Posted By jbooker82

I find my Evoke seat on my 2013 8.3 to be a...

I find my Evoke seat on my 2013 8.3 to be a little harsh as well. I have tried a Bontrager SSR seat and it is much more comfortable to me. I robed it off my wifes bike so I couldnt keep it on. I did...
Forum: Hybrid Bicycles
08-07-12, 10:41 PM
Replies: 17
Views: 2,420
Posted By jbooker82

Bontrager SSR is pretty comfortable from my wifes...

Bontrager SSR is pretty comfortable from my wifes DS 8.2 when compaired to my Bontrager Evoke 1 off my 8.3. I am going to try a Bontrager Nebula Plus. I found it for about half price so I should be...
Forum: Hybrid Bicycles
08-07-12, 10:38 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 1,339
Posted By jbooker82

Well that is the main part, and you at least got...

Well that is the main part, and you at least got an upgrade out of the deal.
Forum: Hybrid Bicycles
08-07-12, 10:32 PM
Replies: 40
Views: 10,654
Posted By jbooker82

What size of frame did you end up getting?

What size of frame did you end up getting?
Forum: Hybrid Bicycles
08-07-12, 12:57 PM
Replies: 549
Views: 255,870
Posted By jbooker82

Man I was expecting to see a little mud and dirt.

Man I was expecting to see a little mud and dirt.
Forum: Hybrid Bicycles
08-07-12, 12:50 AM
Replies: 40
Views: 10,654
Posted By jbooker82

My 2013 DS 8.3 has 2 water bottle mounts. One on...

My 2013 DS 8.3 has 2 water bottle mounts. One on the seat tube and one on the top side of the down tube. They eliminated the one on the underside because the cables run on that side. They did not...
Forum: Hybrid Bicycles
08-07-12, 12:36 AM
Replies: 22
Views: 4,443
Posted By jbooker82

I have a 2013 8.3 and like it a lot. I did buy...

I have a 2013 8.3 and like it a lot. I did buy some new Bontrager Evoke RL grips. I rode with them for the first time today and must say they are a nice upgrade from the stock bontrager grips. No...
Forum: Hybrid Bicycles
08-06-12, 01:25 AM
Replies: 6
Views: 6,642
Posted By jbooker82

I ride my D.S. on wash board gravel roads so a...

I ride my D.S. on wash board gravel roads so a suspension fork is nice.
Forum: Hybrid Bicycles
08-06-12, 01:10 AM
Replies: 9
Views: 1,213
Posted By jbooker82

I got 10% off my 2013 D.S. 8.3 while my local...

I got 10% off my 2013 D.S. 8.3 while my local bike shop was celebrating their 40 th year in business.
Forum: Hybrid Bicycles
08-02-12, 03:07 AM
Replies: 10
Views: 1,339
Posted By jbooker82

If you don't ride huge hills you might like the...

If you don't ride huge hills you might like the 28-11 of the val better than the 32-12 that the D.S. 8.3. I have a D.S. 8.3 and the front suspension fork and the ability to lock it out is really...
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