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Forum: Commuting
06-09-14, 03:31 PM
Replies: 136
Views: 13,791
Posted By chas58

I do get a kick out of cars that stop when they...

I do get a kick out of cars that stop when they see me coming up behind them with a flashing headlight. I can only imagine the reaction when they realize: Sh*t, its just a bike - I thought it was a...
Forum: Commuting
06-09-14, 12:15 PM
Replies: 136
Views: 13,791
Posted By chas58

You been watching that French guy's commute in...

You been watching that French guy's commute in the other thread below? Thad dude takes no prisoners...
Forum: Commuting
06-09-14, 12:15 PM
Replies: 136
Views: 13,791
Posted By chas58

good reason to ride Fixed Gear and never slow...

good reason to ride Fixed Gear and never slow down!
Forum: Commuting
06-09-14, 06:16 AM
Replies: 136
Views: 13,791
Posted By chas58

Joey, You are a strong biker. Keep up the...

Joey,

You are a strong biker. Keep up the good work! Commuting daily can do wonders to get you in shape.

I find that I can accelerate as fast as the typical car up to about 20+ mph. Maybe...
Forum: Commuting
06-09-14, 06:05 AM
Replies: 136
Views: 13,791
Posted By chas58

It will be interesting to see if the specialized...

It will be interesting to see if the specialized turbo makes any splash in the market.

I made one myself (for 1/10th of the price). It is tons of fun and addictive. Unlike the poster above, I...
Forum: Commuting
06-06-14, 11:45 AM
Replies: 136
Views: 13,791
Posted By chas58

oh, let it go...

oh, let it go...
Forum: Commuting
06-06-14, 09:27 AM
Replies: 136
Views: 13,791
Posted By chas58

It does depend a lot on the bike. A lot of...

It does depend a lot on the bike. A lot of commuters like panniers and wide tires with flat protection. A bike like that might have a typical 10-15mph average speed.

I get a 20% improvement...
Forum: Commuting
06-05-14, 08:00 PM
Replies: 136
Views: 13,791
Posted By chas58

my experience exactly. I have 70 gear inches,...

my experience exactly. I have 70 gear inches, but going over 140rpm on the flats is difficult for more than about 10 seconds.
Forum: Commuting
06-05-14, 07:39 PM
Replies: 136
Views: 13,791
Posted By chas58

Anyone doubt this? Most amatuer road races...

Anyone doubt this?

Most amatuer road races (licensed) tend to be in the mid 20's, but a pack moving at speed will easily go into the 30's. Personally I race track. My hour record is 24 miles in...
Forum: Commuting
06-05-14, 07:28 PM
Replies: 136
Views: 13,791
Posted By chas58

If you really want to know specifically how we...

If you really want to know specifically how we ride with precise data, go look at this page. It will give you plenty of data about the commutes we do:

Bike Forums Commuters | Strava Club...
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