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Forum: Commuting
04-26-16, 02:22 PM
Replies: 36
Views: 5,779
Posted By NetComrade

so it's been a few months now I come to the...

so it's been a few months now
I come to the office on Mondays, leave the Bike in the car.
I bring my shirts to the office. I change pants in the truck.
Monday eve, I got back to the truck and get...
Forum: Commuting
02-04-16, 10:24 PM
Replies: 36
Views: 5,779
Posted By NetComrade

[QUOTE=CrankyOne;18512002]You might be better off...

[QUOTE=CrankyOne;18512002]You might be better off looking for an office clothing friendly bike. I ride in whatever is called for from jeans and oxford to suit to a tux on a couple of occasions. Drive...
Forum: Commuting
02-04-16, 09:22 AM
Replies: 36
Views: 5,779
Posted By NetComrade

Relatively mild (Baltimore). I am OK with wearing...

Relatively mild (Baltimore). I am OK with wearing a t-shirt, my problem is having a shirt.
If I have a shirt I either have to change it in the car, or bring it to the hotel in a backpack, which...
Forum: Commuting
02-03-16, 11:37 PM
Replies: 36
Views: 5,779
Posted By NetComrade

Bike friendly office clothing

My situation:
I commute to a city 2.5 hrs once a week, stay for 3 nights in hotels and then drive back.
While I stay in the city, I randomly pick hotels (via my hotel points, or hotwire) and bike...
Forum: Folding Bikes
01-12-16, 10:15 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 6,511
Posted By NetComrade

I wanted to report back that I flipped he...

I wanted to report back that I flipped he pentaclip and moved the seat back and it helped a lot.
It still doesn't feel perfect, but riding now is comfortable.
I biked around Baltimore a bit, but...
Forum: Folding Bikes
12-28-15, 08:32 AM
Replies: 12
Views: 6,511
Posted By NetComrade

Thanks.. Found this thread.. May also use my...

Thanks.. Found this thread.. May also use my Brooks B17 to get additional height (per thread)
http://www.bikeforums.net/folding-bikes/775246-brompton-pentaclip-using-upper-position.html
Forum: Folding Bikes
12-28-15, 08:03 AM
Replies: 12
Views: 6,511
Posted By NetComrade

new 6 foot rider on Brompton

I recently picked up a nice 6 speed Brompton (owner says bought in 2012) with Ergon Grip Handlebar Ends and EaZy-wheels upgrades. The gentlemen also upgraded to a smaller sprocket for hilly terrain...
Forum: Folding Bikes
02-04-13, 10:48 PM
Replies: 20
Views: 2,515
Posted By NetComrade

I have a seat post system: Topeak QR Beam Rack EX...

I have a seat post system: Topeak QR Beam Rack EX Bicycle Rack with a Topeak MTX Trunk Bag EX Bicycle Trunk Bag. The Rack takes different sized bags. There is also a rain cover and a fender available...
Forum: Folding Bikes
02-04-13, 10:11 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 1,833
Posted By NetComrade

I googled it, and only found it for $500... Not...

I googled it, and only found it for $500... Not really willing to spend that.
I also don't see any many opportunities for cheapie kid carriers. As I said, I've been looking for a while. Anything...
Forum: Folding Bikes
02-04-13, 04:16 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 2,259
Posted By NetComrade

Wanted to revive this old thread, and thank for...

Wanted to revive this old thread, and thank for the feedback I have received. As an update:
* I have decided to get started with Topeak MTX Trunk Bag EX Bicycle Trunk Bag (while it worked for day...
Forum: Folding Bikes
02-04-13, 04:13 PM
Replies: 0
Views: 466
Posted By NetComrade

please delete

dupe
Forum: Folding Bikes
02-04-13, 04:03 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 1,833
Posted By NetComrade

Cargo trailer for my Downtube FS

I am thinking of getting a trailer for my Downtube FS.
I do have a Topeak MTX, but that's just big enough to store some extra cloth. And while I can take 'em out and put it into a lighweight sack,...
Forum: Folding Bikes
02-24-12, 12:11 AM
Replies: 40
Views: 6,120
Posted By NetComrade

Lada (http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Lada_Kalina)...

Lada (http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Lada_Kalina) is not too bad of a car these days. My inlaws own one of those Lada Kalinas, and I've driven it many times, and can't really complain. They also still...
Forum: Folding Bikes
02-23-12, 02:11 PM
Replies: 40
Views: 6,120
Posted By NetComrade

That's a very compact looking fold. Could...

That's a very compact looking fold. Could probably fit two in my trunk like that. Right now by Downtube barely fits (I do have a small trunk)
Forum: Folding Bikes
02-22-12, 09:40 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 2,259
Posted By NetComrade

from my original questions, a "leg" is a...

from my original questions, a "leg" is a kickstand, and after some additional searching, i found (and remembered I've seen similar suggestions before) that I need a rear axel mounting kickstand.
...
Forum: Folding Bikes
02-22-12, 07:40 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 2,259
Posted By NetComrade

Thanks.. I guess I haven't searched the forum...

Thanks.. I guess I haven't searched the forum enough. I was asking, because the Downtube doesn't have all the common mounting places as other bikes. E.g. needs a post rack, and probably not all will...
Forum: Folding Bikes
02-22-12, 03:39 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 2,259
Posted By NetComrade

Thanks.. The guy (or gal) also doesn't list the...

Thanks.. The guy (or gal) also doesn't list the products he's using (except for Delta Panniers)

Upon a bit more research it sounds like there isn't too much available out there.
this is the only...
Forum: Folding Bikes
02-22-12, 10:29 AM
Replies: 11
Views: 2,259
Posted By NetComrade

Camping with my ( now oldish) Downtube FS

I'd like to upgrade by Downtube FS (which I believe I bought in 2005-2006 years) so I could Bike along the Chesapeake & Ohio Canal National Historical Park (and camp), and looking for recommendations...
Forum: Introductions
06-10-11, 10:22 AM
Replies: 7
Views: 353
Posted By NetComrade

I can, and I will, but what should I get instead?

I can, and I will, but what should I get instead?
Forum: Introductions
06-08-11, 11:04 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 353
Posted By NetComrade

Thank you. Their website had some issues, but I...

Thank you. Their website had some issues, but I finally was able to go through the builder/recommendation pages.

Their website is incorrect. It is correct in stating that it fits Thule rack...
Forum: Introductions
05-31-11, 06:55 AM
Replies: 7
Views: 353
Posted By NetComrade

Car: 2010 Subaru Impreza (Outback Sport) Mount...

Car: 2010 Subaru Impreza (Outback Sport)
Mount Thule 599XTR http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B0001HACDM
The reviews said it fit Subaru, so I bought it. Apparently I should've paid more attention,...
Forum: Introductions
05-30-11, 09:20 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 353
Posted By NetComrade

Looking for gear to haul my bike.. which forum to ask?

I recently bought a bike rack for Subaru Impreza.. it didn't fit.
not sure which forum to post under to seek advice.

thanks.
Forum: Folding Bikes
10-08-09, 09:49 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 642
Posted By NetComrade

Pedals for downtube FS

My left pedal went the other day, probably b/c I am a little over the recommended 200lb limit ;)
It's not complete 'gone', but it turns at an angle when you pedal, as something is off the axis.I...
Forum: Folding Bikes
09-04-09, 10:20 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 767
Posted By NetComrade

I adjusted the dérailleur and it seems fine now....

I adjusted the dérailleur and it seems fine now. Can't say it shifts like a clock, but much more satisfying.
The front bearing does have some side movement to it, i'd say less than a 1/4 of an inch,...
Forum: Folding Bikes
09-04-09, 08:04 AM
Replies: 8
Views: 767
Posted By NetComrade

It's a der bike. The bike was always stored in a...

It's a der bike. The bike was always stored in a dry place and there are no signs of rust at all. The cables appear OK, I think some greasing and adjusting the der is all I need. I found a couple of...
Forum: Folding Bikes
09-03-09, 08:56 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 767
Posted By NetComrade

Bike tuning

I've owned a Downtube FS 2005 for a few years now.
This year I've finally started putting it to more use than 3 rides per year, as I now regularly ride it to the gym as well as around the...
Forum: Folding Bikes
07-20-08, 01:12 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 646
Posted By NetComrade

Bike Lock for my Downtube FS

I live in a relatively safe neighborhood, but you know someone is going to steal my Orange beauty.
My lock just got busted (after very few uses), and I'd like to get something other than a cable...
Forum: Folding Bikes
07-22-07, 01:10 AM
Replies: 6
Views: 942
Posted By NetComrade

I am 6' and a bit heavier :) I'll check out...

I am 6' and a bit heavier :)
I'll check out Milano, as the other one is expensive as the bike...
Which one should I pick?
They look kind of freaky :)...
Forum: Folding Bikes
07-21-07, 10:24 AM
Replies: 6
Views: 942
Posted By NetComrade

Seat for DownTube FS

Hi,

Could someone recommend a good seat for my DownTube FS bike? I think I have a 2005 model. The original seat is just too tiresome for my tush/weight.

Thanks in advance.
Forum: Folding Bikes
04-15-06, 12:36 AM
Replies: 2
Views: 548
Posted By NetComrade

Front mounting briefcase?

Recently, while on a smoke break, I saw a guy coming our of our Park Ave building with a folding bike I've never seen before (it would fold 'vertically', instead of 'horizonally').. He had a...
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