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Forum: Electronics, Lighting, & Gadgets
05-25-08, 06:45 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 758
Posted By chtorr

My 200L lost its programming and wouldn't reset,...

My 200L lost its programming and wouldn't reset, so I sent it in and it was fixed under warranty. It was a real quick turnaround from the time I sent it off. I'm very pleased with their customer...
Forum: Recumbent
01-29-08, 07:34 AM
Replies: 36
Views: 4,516
Posted By chtorr

What about the Flevobike? That doesn't require...

What about the Flevobike? That doesn't require arms to steer.

Their website is no longer up, so maybe they went out of business, but Flevobike used to advertise on bentrideronline.com. Flevobikes...
Forum: Electronics, Lighting, & Gadgets
01-24-08, 09:39 AM
Replies: 34
Views: 1,920
Posted By chtorr

Since you don't want to mess with recharging...

Since you don't want to mess with recharging batteries, you need a decently bright light with a long runtime using standard batteries. The Cygolite Hi-Flux 100 seems like it would work. It has a...
Forum: Electronics, Lighting, & Gadgets
01-09-08, 07:27 PM
Replies: 32
Views: 1,956
Posted By chtorr

I have a few sets of the Duracell 2650s. They're...

I have a few sets of the Duracell 2650s. They're good batteries with a long runtime for my headlight (Dinotte 200L), but they self-discharge very fast. In less than a week I believe they have lost...
Forum: Electronics, Lighting, & Gadgets
11-28-07, 02:44 PM
Replies: 33
Views: 2,242
Posted By chtorr

I have the 200L. So you're saying that you could...

I have the 200L. So you're saying that you could just use C or D battery packs from Radio Shack for longer rides? I wonder how a set of 4 C or D batteries would compare to 4 AAs (2650 mAh). I could...
Forum: Commuting
11-20-07, 06:11 PM
Replies: 31
Views: 1,859
Posted By chtorr

Sorry for derailing the thread. I wasn't...

Sorry for derailing the thread. I wasn't criticizing what you said, I was just curious about it. I suppose the simplicity of it and never having the option of switching to an easier gear would make...
Forum: Commuting
11-20-07, 05:28 PM
Replies: 31
Views: 1,859
Posted By chtorr

I'm wondering about this too. What specifically...

I'm wondering about this too. What specifically is more "fun" about singlespeed vs. keeping your derailleur bike in the same gear all the time. I don't get it. I'm not criticizing, I'm just asking. I...
Forum: Commuting
11-18-07, 11:48 PM
Replies: 42
Views: 3,489
Posted By chtorr

The Niterider MOAB (mother of all batteries)...

The Niterider MOAB (mother of all batteries) would be a good candidate for a long-burning, super bright light. 11 hours on HID mode and 720 hours in LED mode. I'd love to know, however, how bright...
Forum: Electronics, Lighting, & Gadgets
11-14-07, 05:41 PM
Replies: 25
Views: 1,481
Posted By chtorr

My wife says I'm lit up like a Christmas tree...

My wife says I'm lit up like a Christmas tree (but doesn't really laugh at me too much), but compared to many on this forum I'm barely visible. I use the PB Superflash and Cateye LD-1000 for tail...
Forum: Electronics, Lighting, & Gadgets
11-13-07, 02:15 PM
Replies: 22
Views: 1,286
Posted By chtorr

Here's another vote for the Planet Bike SPort...

Here's another vote for the Planet Bike SPort Spot. It would be ideal if you're only looking to light up the cockpit (to read your computer, etc.) and get cars' attention. I rode with mine helmet...
Forum: Commuting
11-12-07, 04:48 AM
Replies: 59
Views: 2,704
Posted By chtorr

I think about any lights are good as be-seen...

I think about any lights are good as be-seen headlights. Last year my wife had some problems with her bike (one of the cranks came off) and I remember as I was approaching her in my truck seeing her...
Forum: Commuting
11-11-07, 04:47 AM
Replies: 12
Views: 1,716
Posted By chtorr

I know this is an old thread, but since the PB...

I know this is an old thread, but since the PB Blaze is rarely discussed on this forum, I thought I'd add my own opinion of it since I just recently bought one as a helmet light to supplement my...
Forum: Electronics, Lighting, & Gadgets
11-11-07, 04:26 AM
Replies: 9
Views: 975
Posted By chtorr

Very nice. Is that a storage building that you...

Very nice. Is that a storage building that you use for bikes? I have something similar, though smaller. I bought a 12' x 18' storage building for my bikes last year, and ran power to it for...
Forum: Electronics, Lighting, & Gadgets
11-10-07, 02:35 PM
Replies: 52
Views: 3,645
Posted By chtorr

I've been riding dark country roads with potholes...

I've been riding dark country roads with potholes and no street lights at all. And lots of hills. On 23mm tires. I've been delighted with the 200L under these conditions. It replaced a Cateye EL-500...
Forum: Advocacy & Safety
11-08-07, 05:11 AM
Replies: 66
Views: 2,236
Posted By chtorr

I have the Cycle Aware mirrors -- both the...

I have the Cycle Aware mirrors -- both the eyeglass and helmet mounted ones. I usually use the eyeglass one, but I don't like wearing my riding glasses at night, even with clear lenses, so then I go...
Forum: Commuting
11-06-07, 03:39 PM
Replies: 32
Views: 1,480
Posted By chtorr

I think that's the best way to go about it too....

I think that's the best way to go about it too. Private donors just helping people out a little bit. I don't really expect or want the government to get involved and start providing lights, but if...
Forum: Electronics, Lighting, & Gadgets
11-06-07, 02:08 PM
Replies: 25
Views: 3,277
Posted By chtorr

That's exactly what I'm doing. I have the Rayovac...

That's exactly what I'm doing. I have the Rayovac Hybrids in my tail lights. The AAs are rated at 2100 and the AAAs are, I believe, rated at 800. For my headlights, which eat batteries much faster, I...
Forum: Electronics, Lighting, & Gadgets
11-05-07, 08:59 AM
Replies: 13
Views: 799
Posted By chtorr

I can't wait to see the results of your test. ...

I can't wait to see the results of your test.

I have started buying the Rayovac Hybrid rechargables which are also slow to self-discharge (or so they claim).
Forum: Commuting
11-05-07, 08:54 AM
Replies: 32
Views: 1,480
Posted By chtorr

I see a lot of bikes at the LBS with an...

I see a lot of bikes at the LBS with an inexpensive headlight and tail light mounted. Mostly hybrid type bikes. It should be more common IMO.

I want to go the same route and start giving away some...
Forum: Commuting
11-04-07, 04:39 AM
Replies: 32
Views: 1,480
Posted By chtorr

That is an awesome idea. I've seen somewhat...

That is an awesome idea. I've seen somewhat similar lights on Ebay sold in lots of 10 or more for even less money. I don't know what kind of batteries they use, though. If AAA batteries, then cheap...
Forum: Electronics, Lighting, & Gadgets
11-03-07, 07:12 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 799
Posted By chtorr

Dimmer lights with rechargable batteries?

Does the use of rechargable NiMh batteries cause some lights to be less bright compared to using alkaline or lithium batteries? I have read a couple comments like this including a customer review of...
Forum: Commuting
11-02-07, 05:49 PM
Replies: 89
Views: 3,128
Posted By chtorr

I carry mine in my trunk bag most of the time....

I carry mine in my trunk bag most of the time. I'll pull over to answer it, though it rarely rings when I'm riding. Mainly it gives my wife peace of mind if I take the cell phone with me, especially...
Forum: Commuting
10-28-07, 12:05 PM
Replies: 28
Views: 2,159
Posted By chtorr

I agree with you on the PB 5000x. It's a great...

I agree with you on the PB 5000x. It's a great light for the money. Like other halogen lights you have to use rechargables because it eats batteries, but it does put out enough light to see by. I...
Forum: Electronics, Lighting, & Gadgets
10-26-07, 08:07 PM
Replies: 70
Views: 3,951
Posted By chtorr

Here's another vote for the Dinotte 200L which is...

Here's another vote for the Dinotte 200L which is on sale this weekend for $99. I paid $169 for mine (but it included charger and batteries). You can get the charger and batteries much cheaper than...
Forum: Commuting
10-25-07, 11:47 AM
Replies: 13
Views: 803
Posted By chtorr

Back to the original topic: anyone here consider...

Back to the original topic: anyone here consider self-discharge to be a problem with rechargables? They will go dead after a few months if you don't recharge them, so they're not ideal for items that...
Forum: Commuting
10-23-07, 11:41 AM
Replies: 13
Views: 803
Posted By chtorr

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Forum: Electronics, Lighting, & Gadgets
10-20-07, 09:21 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 682
Posted By chtorr

I like the Duracell rechargables, but the 2650s...

I like the Duracell rechargables, but the 2650s won't fit in my Cateye (EL-500) light. I use the 1850s that came with my charger. For other stuff, though, any of the Duracells fit great.

One...
Forum: Electronics, Lighting, & Gadgets
10-19-07, 09:27 AM
Replies: 38
Views: 2,670
Posted By chtorr

I have two of the EL-500 headlights (the one in...

I have two of the EL-500 headlights (the one in the first link) and three of the LD-170 tail lights. They are okay, but I think you'll eventually end up buying something better after you struggle to...
Forum: Advocacy & Safety
10-14-07, 09:01 PM
Replies: 20
Views: 1,329
Posted By chtorr

I still use rear reflectors and/or reflective...

I still use rear reflectors and/or reflective tape on all my bikes in addition to lights. If a car is approaching from the rear with its brights on, the reflector can actually appear brighter than...
Forum: Commuting
10-10-07, 04:44 PM
Replies: 59
Views: 4,479
Posted By chtorr

If I were looking at lights less than $100 I'd...

If I were looking at lights less than $100 I'd seriously consider the Cygolite Hi-Flux 100. It uses 4 C batteries and has a run time on high of 25 hours.
...
Forum: Advocacy & Safety
10-10-07, 02:18 PM
Replies: 38
Views: 2,131
Posted By chtorr

Oh yeah? Well you don't know the difference...

Oh yeah? Well you don't know the difference between "its" and "it's"! SO THERE! :p
Forum: Commuting
10-10-07, 01:56 PM
Replies: 125
Views: 6,553
Posted By chtorr

You did the right thing, and I think most people...

You did the right thing, and I think most people admire your self control. I also believe that most people don't have that level of self control. Personally I would have started swinging as soon as...
Forum: Advocacy & Safety
10-10-07, 01:47 PM
Replies: 38
Views: 2,131
Posted By chtorr

I find it hilarious that anyone who dares to...

I find it hilarious that anyone who dares to point out some of the bad aspects of globalization is automatically a racist and a redneck. Yeah, he exaggerated quite a bit, but that's no more offensive...
Forum: Advocacy & Safety
10-09-07, 08:39 PM
Replies: 38
Views: 2,131
Posted By chtorr

I don't think anyone is saying Chinese goods are...

I don't think anyone is saying Chinese goods are inherently bad, but with poor safety standards and essentially "slave" wages for their workers, it does not make someone a redneck to point out the...
Forum: Commuting
10-05-07, 08:14 PM
Replies: 67
Views: 3,197
Posted By chtorr

The majority of people I see in my area on bikes...

The majority of people I see in my area on bikes are on the sidewalk. If they're on the road, though, they're usually on the wrong side. I can't figure it out. I have seen people riding to my place...
Forum: Commuting
10-05-07, 08:04 PM
Replies: 43
Views: 2,038
Posted By chtorr

I just got back from a fun 10 mile night ride....

I just got back from a fun 10 mile night ride. This is my second ride with my new Dinotte 200L. It makes night riding so much more fun! It replaces a Cateye EL500 and a PB 5000x (3.5 watt halogen)....
Forum: Advocacy & Safety
10-03-07, 10:54 AM
Replies: 46
Views: 1,803
Posted By chtorr

I never ride without mine. I normally use a...

I never ride without mine. I normally use a mirror mounted to my riding glasses. I also have I can use for my helmet, but usually just stick with the eyeglass one since it seems a little less shaky....
Forum: Advocacy & Safety
09-28-07, 08:55 PM
Replies: 70
Views: 11,059
Posted By chtorr

I went for a ride tonight and used my Superflash...

I went for a ride tonight and used my Superflash on solid and I split up the lights on the Cateye "pickle" -- the top bank on Cylon mode and solid on the lower bank. The Superflash is mounted up high...
Forum: Advocacy & Safety
09-26-07, 10:04 PM
Replies: 70
Views: 11,059
Posted By chtorr

This makes a lot of sense. I may try my...

This makes a lot of sense. I may try my Superflash on solid and the Cateye "pickle" with one bank on solid and the other on flash. The Superflash is actually brighter than the Cateye on solid mode...
Forum: Electronics, Lighting, & Gadgets
09-26-07, 04:16 PM
Replies: 14
Views: 1,679
Posted By chtorr

Will this light last 2 hours on high? If...

Will this light last 2 hours on high?

If the battery lasts 2 hours I might get it for country riding around my area. Seems like a bargain, depending on that.
Forum: Advocacy & Safety
09-26-07, 04:11 PM
Replies: 20
Views: 890
Posted By chtorr

I don't have a problem with small children riding...

I don't have a problem with small children riding on the sidewalk, especially when they're barely faster than walking speeds. We have some neighborhood roads around here with little traffic and no...
Forum: Advocacy & Safety
09-26-07, 01:48 PM
Replies: 70
Views: 11,059
Posted By chtorr

Tail Lights: Blinking or Solid?

It seems like most people run their tail lights in blinking mode, as this supposedly draws more attention from drivers. But I wonder if running tail lights on solid (provided they're pretty bright)...
Forum: Commuting
09-11-07, 11:23 PM
Replies: 231
Views: 16,882
Posted By chtorr

I'm basically just reporting what most...

I'm basically just reporting what most non-cyclists tell me. I agree with you that people are free to wear whatever they want when on a bike (I try to get that point across to friends, relatives and...
Forum: Commuting
09-11-07, 07:34 PM
Replies: 231
Views: 16,882
Posted By chtorr

Many if not most people have gotten their image...

Many if not most people have gotten their image of cyclists from watching TV in recent years when Lance Armstrong and co. were on the news. Sure, children ride bikes, but I'm referring to adults...
Forum: Advocacy & Safety
09-11-07, 07:14 PM
Replies: 4,978
Views: 234,565
Posted By chtorr

I am waiting for the day when someone comes up...

I am waiting for the day when someone comes up with a helmet design that is more acceptable to the general public. Spandex and bike helmets are a big turnoff for many people, and one of the things...
Forum: Commuting
09-11-07, 06:50 PM
Replies: 231
Views: 16,882
Posted By chtorr

Yeah, but those are the people who've overcome...

Yeah, but those are the people who've overcome their reluctance and found that you don't have to wear "the uniform" to ride a bicycle. In the overall scheme of things, very few people ride bikes, and...
Forum: Commuting
09-11-07, 06:41 PM
Replies: 231
Views: 16,882
Posted By chtorr

Yeah, that and a reference to helmets. I always...

Yeah, that and a reference to helmets. I always try to tell people that other styles of shorts are available, like mountain bike shorts with a loose layer on the outside, or even wool shorts which...
Forum: Commuting
09-11-07, 04:17 PM
Replies: 231
Views: 16,882
Posted By chtorr

This is the funniest thread I've ever read. I get...

This is the funniest thread I've ever read. I get the impression roadies act like they do because everybody else hates them. Commuters think they're stupid for wasting money on carbon fiber and...
Forum: Recumbent
06-08-07, 06:55 PM
Replies: 17
Views: 8,197
Posted By chtorr

I have the Formula 26, but I test rode the Agio...

I have the Formula 26, but I test rode the Agio the same day I bought the Rans. It was a tough decision. I actually think the Agio may handle slightly better, but the Rans is slightly faster, though...
Forum: Recumbent
05-10-07, 04:55 PM
Replies: 46
Views: 3,134
Posted By chtorr

I still ride a hybrid on the roads on occasion,...

I still ride a hybrid on the roads on occasion, but no road bikes at this time. My mountain bike is just collecting dust. Between two recumbents and the hybrid, I haven't ridden the mountain bike in...
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