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Forum: Touring
06-15-13, 07:42 AM
Replies: 36
Views: 32,496
Posted By PdxGecko

I purchased a set of Schwalbe Marathon Dureme...

I purchased a set of Schwalbe Marathon Dureme Mondial Double Defense 700 x 40 tires for my Saga. I was unable to fit the on the front with fenders installed. I was able to install them on the rear....
Forum: Touring
06-15-13, 06:20 AM
Replies: 36
Views: 32,496
Posted By PdxGecko

I purchased a set of Schwalbe Marathon Dureme...

I purchased a set of Schwalbe Marathon Dureme Mondial Double Defense 700 x 40 tires for my Saga. I was unable to fit the on the front with fenders installed. I was able to install them on the rear....
Forum: Commuting
06-09-13, 06:44 AM
Replies: 15
Views: 1,601
Posted By PdxGecko

I chose the VO Stainless Steel Fenders for my...

I chose the VO Stainless Steel Fenders for my custom SS Independent Fabrication. They look very clean and are incredibly strong. I had them professional lay installed.322097322097322097
12-05-12, 10:52 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 1,121
Posted By PdxGecko

I highly recommend Demitri of Europa Velo,...

I highly recommend Demitri of Europa Velo, previously owner of Veloce Bicycles on SE Hawthorne. www.europavelo.org.
He is excellent with fitting women and is one of the less expensive fit experts in...
Forum: Commuting
12-04-12, 08:53 AM
Replies: 20
Views: 1,601
Posted By PdxGecko

Commuting 5 days a week at these distances would...

Commuting 5 days a week at these distances would have a negative effect on your race training. It would be hard to mix in enough interval and anaerobic training into the commute. Race training...
Forum: Commuting
11-28-12, 06:15 AM
Replies: 4
Views: 6,648
Posted By PdxGecko

I use a more mixture of Simple Green & Spray 'n...

I use a more mixture of Simple Green & Spray 'n Wash, 50/50. Works great & doesn't seem to effect the waterproofing on my even fabric.
Forum: Commuting
11-19-12, 08:45 AM
Replies: 11
Views: 1,648
Posted By PdxGecko

I have the Arkle Randonneur Rack and bag. It...

I have the Arkle Randonneur Rack and bag. It attaches to the seat rails and then cantilevers to the seat post,but does not clamp to, but does strap on for stability. I have a carbon seat post and...
Forum: Commuting
11-07-12, 04:52 AM
Replies: 10
Views: 1,087
Posted By PdxGecko

I bought my first " real" adult bike there, a...

I bought my first " real" adult bike there, a 1972 Motobecane LeChampion.
Forum: Commuting
08-16-12, 01:29 AM
Replies: 76
Views: 5,417
Posted By PdxGecko

On a rare day I drove to work (Dr appointment)...

On a rare day I drove to work (Dr appointment) there was some debris in the road & I started to signal the " bike" behind me :-) !
Forum: Commuting
06-05-12, 07:55 AM
Replies: 15
Views: 1,910
Posted By PdxGecko

I had the Soma Doublecross as a SS commuter for 3...

I had the Soma Doublecross as a SS commuter for 3 years until I did a header & bent the frame. I replaced it with the Soma Saga. Longer chain stays, taller head tube. I had to slam the stem to...
03-22-11, 09:39 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 1,072
Posted By PdxGecko

Check the width of the shoes. I developed a...

Check the width of the shoes. I developed a hammer toe due to too tight of shoes. Turns out I need a 4E shoe size. If the shoe is restricting the spreading of the for foot, it can lead to pain in...
06-20-10, 10:17 AM
Replies: 10
Views: 838
Posted By PdxGecko

I decided to turn back at Elk Creek also. I...

I decided to turn back at Elk Creek also. I started to cramp just before the rest stop, too much work not enough miles! I was the guy on the IF Cherry Single Speed. Only saw one other at the...
10-31-09, 07:04 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 1,042
Posted By PdxGecko

Went today. It was OK. Mostly Same old same...

Went today. It was OK. Mostly Same old same old. I loved this bike http://www.englishcycles.com/bikepics/rob/winter.htm Perfect for PDX Commuting.
10-31-09, 07:00 PM
Replies: 70
Views: 7,167
Posted By PdxGecko

I just returned from the Handmade bicycle show in...

I just returned from the Handmade bicycle show in NW PDX. Found the PERFECT PNW bike! The English Winter Project http://www.englishcycles.com/bikepics/rob/winter.htm Disc brakes, Alfine Hub, Belt...
10-31-09, 06:50 PM
Replies: 70
Views: 7,167
Posted By PdxGecko

Routes from Beaverton to Dwtn.

The routes will vary depending on traffic and weather. I start across from the Bike Gallery on Hall. Most of the time take Center, across Walker and work my way to the bike path along Sunset Hwy. ...
10-31-09, 06:31 PM
Replies: 70
Views: 7,167
Posted By PdxGecko

Soma SS

I use an ENO eccentric hub from White Industries. It allows you to turn any bike into a SS. I have a matching front White Ind. hub front and rear Velocity Deep rims.
10-31-09, 02:07 PM
Replies: 70
Views: 7,167
Posted By PdxGecko

great PNW Bike

I love my Soma DoubleCross SS for a Daily commuter in the PNW. Great geometry gives a stable ride with the long chain stays. but fast handleing with the steeper headtube and good ground clearance...
10-31-09, 01:57 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 794
Posted By PdxGecko

For me the hook would be inside secure bike...

For me the hook would be inside secure bike parking. My commuter bike, much less my high end road bikes are worth too much to park outside for more than the time to get an espresso to take outside...
08-31-08, 11:47 AM
Replies: 6
Views: 591
Posted By PdxGecko

Beaverton Performance

I work just up the street from the Beaverton Performance store. I'm the Mgr at the Paint store across the stret from The Bike Gallery. This gives you 2 bike stores to visit within a block and there...
06-12-08, 07:09 AM
Replies: 13
Views: 1,511
Posted By PdxGecko

Welcome to Beaverton

I commute 4 or 5 days a week to Beaverton from NE Portland.
My Std route: http://www.gmap-pedometer.com/?r=1277173

I can help with a number of variations on getting Downtown. This is the easiest,...
04-05-08, 08:12 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 768
Posted By PdxGecko

Cold Wet Tired

I was probably one of the last Finishers at about 3:15pm. It was a long, hard, wet cold day!
I think I brought a rubber knife to a gun fight. For some reason, I decided on riding my SS cyclocross...
03-21-08, 08:08 AM
Replies: 7
Views: 802
Posted By PdxGecko

Commuter Bike

Be sure to drop by Veloce on SE Hawthorne. He has some used and new bikes. He'll fit you to the bike and swap out stems and handelbars on new bikes to make sure the fit is right. Most shops charge...
Forum: Commuting
03-20-08, 09:10 PM
Replies: 31
Views: 1,455
Posted By PdxGecko

Custom Soma Build

It's a bit of a drive down to Portland, but Demitri at Veloce does custom builds all the time. He does everything from commuters and single speeds to one off Independants and Wiler TT bikes, 1K to...
03-08-08, 10:17 AM
Replies: 15
Views: 1,887
Posted By PdxGecko

Rear Dinotte Mount

Here's a picture of one of my mounts. The attachment of the Hurricane clip to the bike will vary depending on the seat stay design.
02-17-08, 08:44 AM
Replies: 5
Views: 687
Posted By PdxGecko

Without a second thought the Tricross is the way...

Without a second thought the Tricross is the way to go. With the rain here fenders are a must not only for bike commuting, but also group rides. No one will want to ride behind you without fenders. ...
Forum: Commuting
02-02-08, 11:02 AM
Replies: 59
Views: 1,656
Posted By PdxGecko

January Commute

My Daily Commute is 34 miles. For January 18 bike commute days for 612 miles. Two days of Kermesse Racing and commuting to the race of 60 miles. Three Sunday rides totaling 120 miles.
Total miles...
Forum: Commuting
01-30-08, 12:01 AM
Replies: 13
Views: 835
Posted By PdxGecko

Quick Release for Dinotte Taillight

Yes, I do use a quick relase mount. I fashioned them from a Pump mount I purchased from Performance bicycles for their Hurricane Pump. Pictures can be found at :
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12-29-07, 05:55 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 652
Posted By PdxGecko

Stem Mount

I think the idea was to put the mount outside of the stem. So the screw would go through the mount and then throught the stem. I recieved the package today. I ordered & paid for 3 mounts and as...
12-29-07, 07:00 AM
Replies: 26
Views: 4,972
Posted By PdxGecko

Look at the NOS Schwinn SuperSport DBX ...

Look at the NOS Schwinn SuperSport DBX

http://www.performancebike.com/shop/profile.cfm?SKU=24507&estore_ID=1366
...
12-25-07, 10:16 AM
Replies: 2
Views: 652
Posted By PdxGecko

Interesting Stem Mount

http://www.bikewagon.com/Shop/Control/Product/fp/vpid/3250333/vpcsid/0/SFV/32140

Designed to bolt to the front of stem,

The store says they are fragile and gives an extra one because, "they...
12-16-07, 07:52 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 837
Posted By PdxGecko

Update on Clip pop out

I rode today with my Kona Jake on a muddy trail / fireroad and no problem with the light moving much less popping out!
Forum: Commuting
12-16-07, 07:47 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 851
Posted By PdxGecko

Rear Rack Mount

I mounted a Control Tech Handlebar computer mount upside down on the rear rack. You can then just use the "o" ring mount or as in this picture use the Hurricane pump mounts attached to the Control...
12-16-07, 08:18 AM
Replies: 8
Views: 756
Posted By PdxGecko

Ahh SS

Sorry, I read the post without reading the title. I do race SS also and I think the logic is the same. I want the same gearing and same set-up through out the race. Most times I get stronger and...
12-15-07, 04:28 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 756
Posted By PdxGecko

Pit bike Gearing

Due to costs my pit and racing bikes are radically different. My start bike is a Ridley with Campy 10 speed dual chain ring 48 / 34, 12 -25. My pit bike is a Kona Jake with Shimano single 42 12/25....
12-15-07, 04:02 PM
Replies: 17
Views: 888
Posted By PdxGecko

Leif Erickson Ride

Thanks to Min for the great early AM ride. The weather started dicey, but turned into a cool beautiful ride. I actually over dressed and got a bit warm. I had never been up Saltzman and was...
12-12-07, 07:38 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 837
Posted By PdxGecko

Alternative mount

The clip holds the light engine VERY tight. No chance of popping out.
12-12-07, 07:37 PM
Replies: 17
Views: 888
Posted By PdxGecko

Saturday PDX CX Ride

Saturday, 8am, Thurman St TrailHead. CHECK !
12-12-07, 07:10 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 837
Posted By PdxGecko

Make that 4 mounts

I forgot I already had pictures of another mount with my SS Cross Soma.
12-12-07, 07:08 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 837
Posted By PdxGecko

Link to Photos of Pump Mount

I'm not very good with uploading pictures, so here's the link to the photo shack site showing multiple pitures of three mounting Options. I used a seat stay mount on my Extra-light, a seat post...
12-11-07, 07:22 PM
Replies: 17
Views: 888
Posted By PdxGecko

Portland BF Cross ride

Saturday would work for me. Let me know time and Place. NW meet sounds good. USGP 5 broke off my derailleur on lap 1.2! Luckily, I have a Kona Pit bike to ride.
12-11-07, 04:56 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 837
Posted By PdxGecko

Alternative Dinotte Mount

I've been very successful using the Hurricane Mini Pump Mount kit from performance.
http://www.performancebike.com/shop/Profile.cfm?SKU=5750&item=40-0330&slitrk=search&slisearch=true
I cut off...
Forum: Commuting
11-22-07, 04:15 PM
Replies: 60
Views: 5,041
Posted By PdxGecko

Dinotte x3 + 2 rear

Dinottes are like a drug. First the original 140 lumin then add 1 to have the one flash one light option. Then THE UPGRADE! Next, THE SALE! Now 3 front lights & 2 rears! The AA rear flashes...
11-21-07, 12:31 AM
Replies: 1
Views: 477
Posted By PdxGecko

Hillsboro Cyclocross the Video

http://www.youtube.com/v/lghImPUL2h0&rel=1

Epic Day of cyclocross in Portland
By CrankMyChain!

(I was 19th in M50+ )
11-04-07, 07:27 AM
Replies: 21
Views: 1,159
Posted By PdxGecko

I have 2 rear Dinottes

I splurged and bought a second rear light at the sale. At $99 I couldn't resist! The original is a Li-Ion so I can't mix batteries, but the new one has more flash choices. When I turn both on...
11-02-07, 10:02 PM
Replies: 14
Views: 1,067
Posted By PdxGecko

2 200 front 2 rear

I commute 17 miles each way through mixed hwy, sidestreet, well lit, no lights, no traffic and high traffic roads. I have two 200 front Dinottes and 2 rear Taillights. A great combination. I have...
Forum: Commuting
10-30-07, 08:46 AM
Replies: 5
Views: 515
Posted By PdxGecko

Boot Dryer on Sale REI

Therm-ic Air Boot Dryer - '06 Closeout $29.93 reg $70.00
Free shipping to an REI Store.

Just in time for drying those wet winter cycling shoes!
10-29-07, 11:51 PM
Replies: 175
Views: 9,040
Posted By PdxGecko

Fast Shipping

Ordered mine Thursday night (they let me sneak in early) arrived today in Portland Oregon!
I love these guys! I accidently pulled out the power cord of the rear light and they replaced it no charge...
10-29-07, 11:47 PM
Replies: 175
Views: 9,040
Posted By PdxGecko

Wow Fast Shipping

Ordered mine Thursday night (they let me sneak in early) arrived today in Portland Oregon!
I love these guys! I accidently pulled out the power cord of the rear light and they replaced it no charge...
10-28-07, 06:51 AM
Replies: 9
Views: 750
Posted By PdxGecko

Dinotte Mount Angle

Totally agree. The rear light results in cars moving over a lane. I think they think you're a moped. Rembember they see car lights & brake lights all the time. There is an argument to go solid...
10-27-07, 08:02 PM
Replies: 25
Views: 1,558
Posted By PdxGecko

Snap on Dinotte Rear light mount

I use a pump snap on mount and it works great. I've attached a picture on my cross bike and I've also mounted it on my road bike with an articulated arm from another rear light mount. It works...
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