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09-22-13, 12:33 PM
Replies: 57
Views: 3,451
Posted By PlanoFuji

I have only biked in temps as low as the 20's;...

I have only biked in temps as low as the 20's; however, I have hiked in temps of -10 (Fahrenheit). I really don't like riding in cold temperatures, I have found nothing that keeps my hands...
Forum: Touring
09-22-13, 12:30 PM
Replies: 0
Views: 328
Posted By PlanoFuji

Looking for a three day round trip tour in the El Paso area around Thanksgiving

I will be in El Paso for Thanksgiving weekend, and am considering arriving early and spending Monday-Wednesday on a round trip bicycle tour. I have the Southern Tier maps but all they suggest to me...
Forum: Texas
09-22-13, 12:29 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 1,006
Posted By PlanoFuji

Looking for a three day round trip tour in the El Paso area around Thanksgiving

Looking for a three day round trip tour in the El Paso area around Thanksgiving

I will be in El Paso for Thanksgiving weekend, and am considering arriving early and spending Monday-Wednesday on a...
09-20-13, 05:53 PM
Replies: 51
Views: 3,433
Posted By PlanoFuji

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09-20-13, 04:31 PM
Replies: 51
Views: 3,433
Posted By PlanoFuji

I would suggest re-reading my post; it said...

I would suggest re-reading my post; it said nothing of the kind.

I'll bullet point them to make it a little easier for you.

- No one NEEDS more than one bike.
- Unless it is your only means...
09-20-13, 07:01 AM
Replies: 51
Views: 3,433
Posted By PlanoFuji

Yep, you are reinforcing my point that you are...

Yep, you are reinforcing my point that you are simply describing an 'affordable' way that most people can express their unbridled consumerism. No one NEEDS more than one bike. And unless it is your...
09-20-13, 05:19 AM
Replies: 51
Views: 3,433
Posted By PlanoFuji

It appears that the 'consensus' from this thread...

It appears that the 'consensus' from this thread is that the bicycle isn't a particularly reliable means of transportation, hence the need for multiple bicycles...

After all, most folks only have...
09-13-13, 11:58 AM
Replies: 62
Views: 3,648
Posted By PlanoFuji

Which one? I've read them all. I would suggest...

Which one? I've read them all. I would suggest that you reread your own... Shaming is a common theme.
09-13-13, 11:57 AM
Replies: 62
Views: 3,648
Posted By PlanoFuji

I reposted the post you are responding to, to...

I reposted the post you are responding to, to give you a chance to actually read it.

I have been around on this forum long enough to recognize that you like to make up extreme hypotheticals and...
09-13-13, 11:53 AM
Replies: 62
Views: 3,648
Posted By PlanoFuji

Okay, you want some examples? Perhaps some...

Okay, you want some examples? Perhaps some reading might help. If these articles for the common people are insufficient, let me know and I can provide you references to academic articles if your up...
09-13-13, 11:40 AM
Replies: 62
Views: 3,648
Posted By PlanoFuji

And communities that believe that end up with the...

And communities that believe that end up with the highest crime rates (for crimes commited upon them by their neighbors) in the nation.


The bible also mentions stoning those who violated...
09-13-13, 11:39 AM
Replies: 62
Views: 3,648
Posted By PlanoFuji

I will leave that ridiculous question as...

I will leave that ridiculous question as testament to YOUR behavior...



You are not responding to some 'BF lynch mod' but to an individual (me). I would love to see you support your hysteria...
09-13-13, 11:07 AM
Replies: 23
Views: 1,423
Posted By PlanoFuji

Yep, proofide on the top needs to be very light;...

Yep, proofide on the top needs to be very light; however, a decent coating to the underside is useful to not only prevent the squeaking the OP experience, but also provide some water resistance to...
09-13-13, 11:02 AM
Replies: 62
Views: 3,648
Posted By PlanoFuji

There is the beauty of shaming, if the person...

There is the beauty of shaming, if the person attempting the shaming doesn't actually obey societies rules (lying, etc...) or they are focusing on an issue that is inconsistent with community...
09-13-13, 10:31 AM
Replies: 35
Views: 3,057
Posted By PlanoFuji

Yep, there was a time when the poor tried to...

Yep, there was a time when the poor tried to dress as much as possible like the wealthy. Now we have the exact opposite...
09-13-13, 09:56 AM
Replies: 62
Views: 3,648
Posted By PlanoFuji

The behavior of people when 'not on the clock' is...

The behavior of people when 'not on the clock' is often indicative of their behavior when on the clock. And employers (who are also members of the community) have a right to know what kind of people...
09-13-13, 09:01 AM
Replies: 62
Views: 3,648
Posted By PlanoFuji

340188340191 Shaming has a long and productive...

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Shaming has a long and productive history. The scarlet letter, or the stocks are the most remembered historical examples.

It was the primary means of enforcing community standards,...
09-12-13, 06:37 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 1,410
Posted By PlanoFuji

If you do end up doing this, I highly recommend...

If you do end up doing this, I highly recommend that you use a camera with full manual control of ISO, aperture and shutter speed. By using a single setting on all of those values you can ensure...
09-12-13, 02:03 PM
Replies: 16
Views: 792
Posted By PlanoFuji

Not likely. According to the data in the Bike...

Not likely. According to the data in the Bike Quarterly article;http://www.bikequarterly.com/images/TireDrop.pdf

With the OP weight of 258 pounds and say a 25 pound bike weight for a total of 283...
09-12-13, 01:52 PM
Replies: 16
Views: 792
Posted By PlanoFuji

Not necessarily, but there really isn't any need...

Not necessarily, but there really isn't any need to go down in size. The weight savings is extremely minor (a couple of ounces). Also, the smaller tire will need to be at a higher pressure (and...
09-12-13, 01:16 PM
Replies: 16
Views: 792
Posted By PlanoFuji

I highly recommend panaracer paella's with (or...

I highly recommend panaracer paella's with (or even better without) tour guard flat prevention. They are inexpensive ($20-$25 per tire) and available in a variety of sizes.
09-12-13, 12:54 PM
Replies: 35
Views: 3,057
Posted By PlanoFuji

In a Bicycle Quarterly article there is...

In a Bicycle Quarterly article there is discussion of how cyclists were able to travel outside of Paris to the rural farms and trade black market goods for food. It was one of the few ways they...
09-12-13, 12:50 PM
Replies: 29
Views: 1,877
Posted By PlanoFuji

I apologize if I wasn't getting your point...

I apologize if I wasn't getting your point earlier.



I understand; sadly what you are describing isn't really a problem with the law or the system but with the people upon whom both rely. I...
09-12-13, 12:24 PM
Replies: 29
Views: 1,877
Posted By PlanoFuji

Work to get the judges who pass such judgements...

Work to get the judges who pass such judgements off the bench. They are after all ELECTED officials.
09-12-13, 12:23 PM
Replies: 29
Views: 1,877
Posted By PlanoFuji

Ah, and there is the difference. By changing the...

Ah, and there is the difference. By changing the presumption of innocence to a presumption of guilt, you would essentially be guaranteeing the government would obtain a conviction (if the jury...
09-12-13, 11:54 AM
Replies: 35
Views: 3,057
Posted By PlanoFuji

Nope. They were in common use by cyclo tourists...

Nope. They were in common use by cyclo tourists in France from the early part of the 20th century; however, the gentleman in charge of the Tour de France felt they were 'cheating' and damaged the...
09-12-13, 11:40 AM
Replies: 29
Views: 1,877
Posted By PlanoFuji

Destroying 'evidence' of your own alleged crime...

Destroying 'evidence' of your own alleged crime is perfectly legal (in this scenario) and should be. With your scenario, you could be convicted of drunk driving simply if someone lied and claimed...
09-12-13, 11:15 AM
Replies: 29
Views: 1,877
Posted By PlanoFuji

Nothing is certainly preferable to making things...

Nothing is certainly preferable to making things worse, which is one possible unintended (but foreseeable) consequence of this law.

However, putting effort into education, removal of judges who...
09-12-13, 10:31 AM
Replies: 35
Views: 3,057
Posted By PlanoFuji

Apparently most of the French bicycle...

Apparently most of the French bicycle manufacturers and constructors went out of business in the 50's and 60's and those that didn't had to significantly down size--See BQ articles. So you are...
Forum: Commuting
09-12-13, 10:25 AM
Replies: 126
Views: 9,244
Posted By PlanoFuji

Well if bicycles are considered vehicles in...

Well if bicycles are considered vehicles in California, then it would appear any flashing lights are prohibited



However, I seem to recall Forester claims that bicycles are not considered...
09-12-13, 10:07 AM
Replies: 29
Views: 1,877
Posted By PlanoFuji

As I said, unintended consequences. One such...

As I said, unintended consequences. One such possible consequence is a reluctance on the part of jurors to convict for what they believe to be an 'excusable offence'... Juries can and will ignore...
Forum: Commuting
09-12-13, 09:43 AM
Replies: 126
Views: 9,244
Posted By PlanoFuji

Actually, I disagree. I feel quite comfortable...

Actually, I disagree. I feel quite comfortable riding on the roads all over Texas with just a basic dyno lighting set-up. Luxos B up front with reflector, and B&M 4D+ on the back (also with a...
Forum: Commuting
09-12-13, 09:28 AM
Replies: 126
Views: 9,244
Posted By PlanoFuji

Attention doesn't matter if it isn't illegal, as...

Attention doesn't matter if it isn't illegal, as it isn't in Texas. There is no denying that a flashing blue head/tail light is the best choice for making sure a motorist will notice you.
09-12-13, 08:57 AM
Replies: 35
Views: 3,057
Posted By PlanoFuji

Actually it was the end of such a time. As...

Actually it was the end of such a time. As wealth and prosperity came to france post WWII most of the cycling ceased, though it was actually much more common pre-invasion than post. Bicycle...
09-12-13, 08:52 AM
Replies: 34
Views: 2,157
Posted By PlanoFuji

And all too many folks forget that much of the...

And all too many folks forget that much of the body language that can convey a 'joke' in person is lost on electronic communications. I have found it best to never underestimate the degree to which...
09-12-13, 08:46 AM
Replies: 12
Views: 959
Posted By PlanoFuji

Not a problem. The shared knowledge base is why...

Not a problem. The shared knowledge base is why we all come to the forum! Hope you get your bike back together again!
09-12-13, 08:37 AM
Replies: 12
Views: 959
Posted By PlanoFuji

http://sheldonbrown.com/bbtaper.html

http://sheldonbrown.com/bbtaper.html
09-12-13, 08:26 AM
Replies: 34
Views: 2,157
Posted By PlanoFuji

Can't speak for your LBS's arrangement with Trek,...

Can't speak for your LBS's arrangement with Trek, but inventory loans and personal car loans both have the finance agency listed a lien holders, not property owners. There is a drastic difference...
09-12-13, 08:01 AM
Replies: 18
Views: 5,011
Posted By PlanoFuji

For lightness it is hard to be the old stanby...

For lightness it is hard to be the old stanby Greenfield. As the following photo illustrates it is so light, it is nearly invisible!

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09-12-13, 07:40 AM
Replies: 16
Views: 1,050
Posted By PlanoFuji

No option for me on the poll either. I am car...

No option for me on the poll either. I am car light since I rarely drive and use a bike for most of my transportation needs.

However, I do it because I want to, so there is no angst associated...
09-12-13, 07:37 AM
Replies: 34
Views: 2,157
Posted By PlanoFuji

The bank doesn't 'own' the cars, they are...

The bank doesn't 'own' the cars, they are collateral for the loan--the corportation would be the owner of record when they are on the lots. Pretty much the same way the finance company treats the...
09-12-13, 07:31 AM
Replies: 35
Views: 3,057
Posted By PlanoFuji

Yep 'good' ole time 340004

Yep 'good' ole time
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Forum: Commuting
09-12-13, 06:56 AM
Replies: 126
Views: 9,244
Posted By PlanoFuji

Turn signals are usually specifically given...

Turn signals are usually specifically given exemptions. Texas has a similar law, but is restricted to motor vehicles. Here is an example of the law from Florida.



and here is section 316.235,...
Forum: Commuting
09-11-13, 05:44 PM
Replies: 126
Views: 9,244
Posted By PlanoFuji

Flashing red taillights aren't allowed in many US...

Flashing red taillights aren't allowed in many US localities, yet cyclists still use them. If the desire is to be noticed, nothing will beat a flashing blue tail light.
Forum: Touring
09-11-13, 05:42 PM
Replies: 36
Views: 2,549
Posted By PlanoFuji

Then it is unlikely that you would be willing to...

Then it is unlikely that you would be willing to donate to any non-profit, since as I said that salary is on par with what such positions in organization that size get paid. The average is $98,789 ...
Forum: Commuting
09-11-13, 03:54 PM
Replies: 126
Views: 9,244
Posted By PlanoFuji

If people actually want to get noticed why don't...

If people actually want to get noticed why don't they use flashing blue tail lights? (and headlights for that matter). In many jurisdictions they are no less illegal than flashing red tail lights......
Forum: Commuting
09-11-13, 01:43 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 690
Posted By PlanoFuji

I like these, especially since I find ear bugs of...

I like these, especially since I find ear bugs of any kind uncomfortable while wearing a helmet. As far as volume, it can get loud enough that I am reminded of my younger days at concerts.
...
09-11-13, 01:18 PM
Replies: 34
Views: 2,157
Posted By PlanoFuji

So your saying that myself and many of my friends...

So your saying that myself and many of my friends who have incorporated and have their cars and other personal property listed as property of their personal corporation are car free? If so, than a...
09-11-13, 01:14 PM
Replies: 62
Views: 3,648
Posted By PlanoFuji

http://www.bikeforums.net/showthread.php/784360-**...

http://www.bikeforums.net/showthread.php/784360-****If-You-ve-Been-Hit-By-A-Motor-Vehicle-ALL-MEMBERS-READ****



Are you saying the driver did not have either a driver's license or proof of...
Forum: Touring
09-11-13, 12:43 PM
Replies: 36
Views: 2,549
Posted By PlanoFuji

A quick check of the Census information for...

A quick check of the Census information for Missoula, MT indicates that a salary of $100,000 is in the 52nd percentile for that area for family income. In other words 48 out of a 100 families of...
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