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10-01-08, 03:08 PM
Replies: 80
Views: 5,298
Posted By Northendfixie

What I have found: - my cheap homemade fixed...

What I have found:
- my cheap homemade fixed gear bike works better than my mountain or road bikes in snow (due mainly to increased control over slowing down which is possible with a bike that...
Forum: Commuting
08-14-08, 09:05 PM
Replies: 61
Views: 3,328
Posted By Northendfixie

Thanks for the opinions! I guess I'll spring for...

Thanks for the opinions! I guess I'll spring for MTB shorts and try them sometime in the near future, although I kinda resisted cycling shorts before since I didn't like the squishy feel of a gel...
Forum: Commuting
08-07-08, 03:49 PM
Replies: 61
Views: 3,328
Posted By Northendfixie

Commuter clothing?

I just read an interesting article on cycling clothing (or lack of it) by Rivendell Cycle at http://www.rivbike.com/article/clothing/special_clothes_for_riding. One point he makes is that most...
Forum: Commuting
07-25-08, 08:29 PM
Replies: 26
Views: 1,534
Posted By Northendfixie

That's priceless. I guess you get what you pay...

That's priceless. I guess you get what you pay for...
Forum: Commuting
07-15-08, 02:10 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 543
Posted By Northendfixie

hmm... or maybe not. Take a look at the rivendale...

hmm... or maybe not. Take a look at the rivendale web page (USA custom bike builder) for his thoughts...http://www.rivbike.com/article/bike_fit/choosing_a_frame_size
Forum: Commuting
07-15-08, 11:29 AM
Replies: 9
Views: 543
Posted By Northendfixie

I agree with pretty much everything said so far....

I agree with pretty much everything said so far. I was commuting on a 25" fixie, now I am on a 23". There was no problem nutting myself and there was no standover clearance. The handlebars were a...
Forum: Commuting
07-15-08, 11:18 AM
Replies: 45
Views: 11,168
Posted By Northendfixie

I have used both the backpack and the single...

I have used both the backpack and the single pannier. My pannier is cheap/homemade (see this link) for pics http://www.fixedgeargallery.com/2007/june/2/david_graysons.htm and it has worked extremly...
07-10-08, 07:18 AM
Replies: 3
Views: 485
Posted By Northendfixie

Depnds where I am. I commute form the north end...

Depnds where I am. I commute form the north end of main street, down salter, down maryland to ellice then over to portage. If I am on North main I 'll usually take the sidewalk cause its 70 km per hr...
Forum: Framebuilders
07-09-08, 06:54 AM
Replies: 8
Views: 1,253
Posted By Northendfixie

Patriot: Wow. Thats some spectacular...

Patriot:

Wow. Thats some spectacular finishing. Gets me motivated! Thanks for taking the time to put the links together for me.
Forum: Commuting
07-08-08, 09:30 AM
Replies: 885
Views: 108,430
Posted By Northendfixie

Here's my other 2 cents worth...check out...

Here's my other 2 cents worth...check out http://allanti.com/page.cfm?PageID=328 This is a VERY illuminating article on how and where all the major brand bikes are curently made/manufactured, and...
Forum: Commuting
07-08-08, 09:17 AM
Replies: 885
Views: 108,430
Posted By Northendfixie

Hi Caroline; Here's my 2 cents... you say...

Hi Caroline;

Here's my 2 cents... you say you are in a small town with limited resources...if there is a decent bike shop anywhere near you I would go in and explain your situation fully. All you...
Forum: Commuting
07-08-08, 08:48 AM
Replies: 26
Views: 4,106
Posted By Northendfixie

I work for the Fed Gov't in Canada and our travel...

I work for the Fed Gov't in Canada and our travel expense rules are governed by Treasury Board Policy (you can google treasury board travel directive to see it). There's a clause regarding other...
Forum: Framebuilders
07-08-08, 07:27 AM
Replies: 8
Views: 1,253
Posted By Northendfixie

some DIY painting questions

I have made up a few fixies that I've painted with rattlecan automotive touch up paint and gotten some very nice looking results but the paint has not proved to be durable (presumably since it...
07-07-08, 06:24 PM
Replies: 26
Views: 17,925
Posted By Northendfixie

Neat! I also have a Bianchi Bici II (with the...

Neat! I also have a Bianchi Bici II (with the same decal) that I rescued before it became land fill, and now its a fixie that I am becoming very attached to. Mine was fitted out a bit differently...
06-19-08, 04:19 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 672
Posted By Northendfixie

If yu are trying to get rust off there's a trick...

If yu are trying to get rust off there's a trick that i have used that works well for me. Get some verrry fine steel wool from an autobody supply store ( it will be grade 0000) and buff the rusty...
05-22-08, 08:51 PM
Replies: 111
Views: 32,971
Posted By Northendfixie

what are you running for gear ratio?

I use a fixie to commute ( about 14 km each way on reasonably flat ground) and I was running 46:16 , then 46:18, now trying 46:19 (tyring to spin at a higher rate... better on knees, better...
05-15-08, 08:00 AM
Replies: 14
Views: 621
Posted By Northendfixie

Hi Mar1nka. I'm a trained locksmith. The best fix...

Hi Mar1nka. I'm a trained locksmith. The best fix is not necessarily the most expensive. I would recommend getting a good heavy lock and chain and leaving the chain/lock on site at work rether than...
05-15-08, 07:38 AM
Replies: 26
Views: 1,119
Posted By Northendfixie

Now you got me thinking so I did a quick search.....

Now you got me thinking so I did a quick search.. The Snell standard appears alive and well www.smf.org (http://www.smf.org) and their web page include helmet listings that meet their standard.
05-15-08, 07:23 AM
Replies: 26
Views: 1,119
Posted By Northendfixie

I recently bought a Pryme8 helmet (less than $20...

I recently bought a Pryme8 helmet (less than $20 at Mountain Equipment coop (www.mec.ca (http://www.mec.ca)) which is billed as a "multisport" helmet, more commonly used by BMXers and skateboarders...
05-13-08, 06:44 PM
Replies: 27
Views: 2,627
Posted By Northendfixie

Hey thanks for the feedback... Planetbikes...

Hey thanks for the feedback... Planetbikes cascadia it will be. (although those french ones look awesome but I don't think I can get up in Canada without lot of $$)
05-13-08, 12:18 PM
Replies: 27
Views: 2,627
Posted By Northendfixie

Fixed and fenders?

I use a fixed for commuting. I am considering putting on fenders (sacriledge... I know!). Do any of you do this... would you suggest vintage fenders sanded painted etc or freddy fender new ones?
Forum: Commuting
05-11-08, 10:03 PM
Replies: 24
Views: 950
Posted By Northendfixie

hmm can't type... shoren is shorten....heel is...

hmm can't type... shoren is shorten....heel is wheel...
Forum: Commuting
05-11-08, 09:14 PM
Replies: 24
Views: 950
Posted By Northendfixie

You don't even have to get a new cog to try it...

You don't even have to get a new cog to try it out, if the bike doesn't have vertical drop outs for the rear wheel mounts... as long as you can slide the wheel back and forth, you can string the...
Forum: Commuting
05-11-08, 08:58 PM
Replies: 57
Views: 7,760
Posted By Northendfixie

wow...I thought I was wierd for hanging onto my...

wow...I thought I was wierd for hanging onto my Brooks. Good to know I am not alone. I use neatsfoot oil on mine. I don't know how that compares with other products. Tried silicone waterproofing...
Forum: Commuting
05-08-08, 08:50 PM
Replies: 55
Views: 2,318
Posted By Northendfixie

yesterday was my first on clipless as well......

yesterday was my first on clipless as well... eggbeaters. Wow! I am a convert... no more toe clips. I ride a fixie as a commuter and I have fallen over with too tight toe clips at red lights, and I...
Forum: Commuting
05-08-08, 08:54 AM
Replies: 62
Views: 2,544
Posted By Northendfixie

Third season commuting (40 minutes each way)....

Third season commuting (40 minutes each way). Lost about 10 lbs per season. Probably ate more and built muscle/lost fat. Went on a "pre diabetic" diet (ie: around 2000 cal per day, big breakfast, 3...
05-08-08, 08:45 AM
Replies: 26
Views: 1,863
Posted By Northendfixie

good point (ouch). ok smaller more struggling...

good point (ouch). ok smaller more struggling businesses then...
Forum: Commuting
05-08-08, 08:25 AM
Replies: 35
Views: 2,102
Posted By Northendfixie

Had an idea that I have never tried... Ski...

Had an idea that I have never tried... Ski helmet...designed for winter use with toques under it, has a strap holder for goggles, not as nerdy as a hockey helmet, better impact protection than a bike...
05-07-08, 08:13 AM
Replies: 26
Views: 1,863
Posted By Northendfixie

Last summer's bike is here (excuse the crappy...

Last summer's bike is here (excuse the crappy cell phone picture). This years is very similar but different (better) old frame. http://www.fixedgeargallery.com/2007/june/2/david_graysons.htm
This...
05-07-08, 07:47 AM
Replies: 75
Views: 3,421
Posted By Northendfixie

Its been my experience that they will often do...

Its been my experience that they will often do this, not so much to get past you but to get beside you so that they can take off from the sign without having to wait for you. The hazard for you is...
05-06-08, 01:29 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 740
Posted By Northendfixie

Try Mountain Equipment Coop (web page www.mec.ca...

Try Mountain Equipment Coop (web page www.mec.ca (http://www.mec.ca) has online catalogue).
05-06-08, 01:27 PM
Replies: 26
Views: 1,863
Posted By Northendfixie

I do my own work but buy most parts from Natural...

I do my own work but buy most parts from Natural Cycle and Gooches on Sherbrooke. Natural I like because its basically a fixie place. Gooches I like because its a small shop which I would rather...
05-06-08, 01:15 PM
Replies: 80
Views: 5,298
Posted By Northendfixie

I agree with the last poster... If you start...

I agree with the last poster... If you start where River road meets highway #9 (north of the city, out main street past the perimeter)(theres a gas station at the corner (Dawson's Service)), and go...
05-06-08, 10:01 AM
Replies: 80
Views: 5,298
Posted By Northendfixie

Hi all; I live outside the city (north) and...

Hi all;

I live outside the city (north) and drive my car (with my bike) to the city, park it and then ride my bike to work. Works for me. I find that Salter works best as my main north/south...
05-06-08, 09:19 AM
Replies: 1,089
Views: 1,657,840
Posted By Northendfixie

I ride primarily on the road during my commute,...

I ride primarily on the road during my commute, except for one strecth where the traffic is very heavy and fast, and there is a long vacant sidewalk with few intersections.

I think that most bike...
Forum: Commuting
05-06-08, 08:54 AM
Replies: 146
Views: 7,969
Posted By Northendfixie

I think that having your foot attached results in...

I think that having your foot attached results in more balanced muscled development and less strain on legs/knees/ligaments than you would get if you are just limiting yourself to using the muscles...
Forum: Commuting
04-30-08, 09:33 PM
Replies: 146
Views: 7,969
Posted By Northendfixie

hmm...looks like you guys have hashed this out...

hmm...looks like you guys have hashed this out over and over but pls help me anyway... I am a commuter with a 40 minute ride, and I ride a fixie with metal toe clips and runners except in winter when...
09-07-07, 02:18 PM
Replies: 45
Views: 1,829
Posted By Northendfixie

Last year I wiped out while commuting. (about 25...

Last year I wiped out while commuting. (about 25 kph, I think)...front wheel got stuck in a crack in the road and I was thrown off. Didn't have time to react. Hip and head slammed the concrete....
09-07-07, 02:07 PM
Replies: 54
Views: 2,807
Posted By Northendfixie

I think the safety excuse is bogus. I also think...

I think the safety excuse is bogus. I also think the health conscious, exercise minded cycling population doesn't make up a large part of their customer base, so they could care less.
09-07-07, 10:35 AM
Replies: 56
Views: 3,338
Posted By Northendfixie

A friend of mine told be his theory... most...

A friend of mine told be his theory... most drivers are afraid that they'll hit you, and those that yell and honk the loudest are the ones that are the most afraid (since they are the most...
09-07-07, 10:04 AM
Replies: 312
Views: 159,955
Posted By Northendfixie

extra stuff I forgot in previous post

I drive my minvan from my rural home to the outskirts of the city, park it, take my bike from there to work. About 15 km of cycling each way each day. I ride a fixie and am usually somewhere between...
09-07-07, 09:07 AM
Replies: 312
Views: 159,955
Posted By Northendfixie

how I ride

After 2 years of commuting I have recently settled on the following "rules" which seem to work
for me (I sometimes break my rules, but If I choose to do so and something bad happens, I would
be...
Forum: Commuting
09-01-07, 10:05 PM
Replies: 22
Views: 1,363
Posted By Northendfixie

I was a locksmith by trade so I have...

I was a locksmith by trade so I have defeated/cut/picked open a lot of this stuff. Anything can be beaten. Heavy hardened chain is about as good as I am aware of. The grade 70 stuff is hard enuf to...
Forum: Commuting
08-31-07, 02:13 PM
Replies: 22
Views: 1,363
Posted By Northendfixie

My preference...this is cheap and very strong...

My preference...this is cheap and very strong (bearing in mind that nothing is perfect)...This will be stronger than the bike and the pole you are anchoring to...but it'll be something you leave at...
Forum: Commuting
08-31-07, 01:54 PM
Replies: 14
Views: 913
Posted By Northendfixie

BB's in Allen head screws

Hi. I work with a variety of security fasteners in my real job. There are very very few security screws out there that don't have a readily available tool for undoing them, so basically you probably...
Forum: Introductions
08-31-07, 01:31 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 252
Posted By Northendfixie

pictures, eh (or huh)?

All I have at this point are a couplr of fuzzy cell phone pics of the bike that I sent into fixedgeargallery. They are here.... http://www.fixedgeargallery.com/2007/june/2/david_graysons.htm
Forum: Introductions
08-31-07, 09:12 AM
Replies: 3
Views: 252
Posted By Northendfixie

New member from Winnipeg saying Hi

Hi All; I live north of Winnipeg, Manitoba, Canada and it took me forever to figure out I could drive to the city's north end and then commute to work on my bike. Duh!!! Been doing it for 2 summers...
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