Commuter Bicycle Pics
03-12-08 | 12:43 PM
#2653
always rides with luggage
Joined: Feb 2005
Posts: 2,109
Likes: 20
From: KIGX
Bikes: 2007 Trek SU100, 2009 Fantom CX, 2012 Fantom Cross Uno, Bakfiets
Love the MTB with drop bars action. What front rack is that?
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2006 Trek SU100, 2009 Motobecane Fantom CX, 2011 Motobecane Fantom Cross Uno, and a Bakfiets
Previously: 2000 Trek 4500 (2000-2003), 2003 Novara Randonee (2003-2006), 2003 Giant Rainier (2003-2008), 2005 Xootr Swift (2005-2007), 2007 Nashbar 1x9 (2007-2011), 2011 Windsor Shetland (2011-2014), 2008 Citizen Folder (2015)
Non-Bike hardware: MX Linux / BunsenLabs Linux / Raspbian / Mac OS 10.6 / Android 7
--Ben
2006 Trek SU100, 2009 Motobecane Fantom CX, 2011 Motobecane Fantom Cross Uno, and a Bakfiets
Previously: 2000 Trek 4500 (2000-2003), 2003 Novara Randonee (2003-2006), 2003 Giant Rainier (2003-2008), 2005 Xootr Swift (2005-2007), 2007 Nashbar 1x9 (2007-2011), 2011 Windsor Shetland (2011-2014), 2008 Citizen Folder (2015)
Non-Bike hardware: MX Linux / BunsenLabs Linux / Raspbian / Mac OS 10.6 / Android 7
03-12-08 | 01:19 PM
#2654
Senior Member
Joined: Jun 2006
Posts: 873
Likes: 0
From: Livonia, MI
Bikes: Pacific Duece AL with mods
03-12-08 | 10:57 PM
#2657
Bicycle Repair Man !!!
Joined: Sep 2007
Posts: 27,266
Likes: 152
From: YEG
Bikes: See my sig...
03-15-08 | 05:24 PM
#2658
I'm whats for dinner
Joined: Aug 2007
Posts: 183
Likes: 0
From: Outskirts of Houston
Bikes: 06 Specialized Rockhopper Comp
Nice! I have a Specialized P2 (free from a buddy) and I've been trying to figure out if I can fit a rack and fenders on it. I'm a noob at these things, so I either have to go to my LBS and pay for someone else to tell me these things or learn to do it myself, which is preferable. This was helpful because I haven't seen a lot online about retrofitting a Specialized to become a commuter. It gives me hope. 
Thanks!
Thanks!Thanks!!
the P2 is going to be tough to outfit as a commuter because of the geometry. You will probably need an uber long seat tube to accomodate. A good bet would be to search out a newer frame and swap all your P2 stuff over to that one. Or a newer hardrock can be picked up for around 400 now I believe.
03-17-08 | 07:38 PM
#2660
Senior Member
Joined: Jan 2008
Posts: 63
Likes: 0
From: Miami, FL
Bikes: Giant Sedona
bike chic in miami... taken by a friend of mine that is an amazing photographer..
https://www.flickr.com/photos/fodder/2341417080/
https://www.flickr.com/photos/fodder/2341417080/
03-18-08 | 10:08 AM
#2661
Anarchy by Bike
Joined: Oct 2007
Posts: 41
Likes: 0
From: Edmonton....Burrrrrrrrr
Bikes: 2006 Norco Mountaineer
This is the bike I ride pretty much 95% of the time, though I find the gearing is too low... I want to go much faster.
https://bp2.blogger.com/_zyop8ch1Iag/...h/100_1814.JPG
https://bp2.blogger.com/_zyop8ch1Iag/...h/100_1814.JPG
03-18-08 | 10:56 AM
#2662
Member
Joined: Feb 2008
Posts: 37
Likes: 1
From: Tennessee
Bikes: Kona Jake the Snake, Surly Cross Check
I'm kind of new here. My commute is about 11 miles each way on rolling hills (about 1000 feet in climbing each way). I have attached a pic of my rig, let me know what you think! It's a Surly Cross Check 58cm with Ultegra front and rear dérailleurs and 105 STI shifters with a 105 12-25 freewheel. It has Jandd Mini Mountain Panniers, Planet bike fenders, two rear blinkers, FSA cranks and Mavic aksium wheel set with 700cx35 tires. I hope to get a black brooks saddle soon and maybe some new pedals.
03-18-08 | 11:58 AM
#2663
Nice - any more pictures, specifically a side on view please?
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Recommended reading for all cyclists - Cyclecraft - Effective Cycling
Condor Cycles - quite possibly the best bike shop in London
Don't run red lights, wear a helmet, use hand signals, get some cycle lights(front and rear) and, FFS, don't run red lights!
shameless POWERCRANK plug
Recommended reading for all cyclists - Cyclecraft - Effective Cycling
Condor Cycles - quite possibly the best bike shop in London
Don't run red lights, wear a helmet, use hand signals, get some cycle lights(front and rear) and, FFS, don't run red lights!
03-18-08 | 07:36 PM
#2664
Drunken Master
Joined: Jul 2007
Posts: 338
Likes: 1
From: Teaneck NJ
Bikes: Jamis Ranger 1.0 (Mutilated !!), Trek Portland
Our Commuter / Errand runners
Here are flickr links to my and my wives commuter / errand runner. Please dont laugh 
https://www.flickr.com/gp/21827948@N00/iFK333
My bike -
Mutilated Jamis Ranger 1.0
- Changed suspension fork with stiff fork
- Replaced fat tires with thin tires
- Changed handle bar to 4" high handle bar
- A little milk crate action and voilah !!!
- Cat eye double shot
- I have a blinkie on my helmet and I usually wear a reflective vest if riding at night or long distances during day
My wives bike -
Trek 7.3 FX
- Milk Crate Action
- Same thing - blinkie on helmet, and a reflective vest if night riding or long distance riding in day
I still have another extra reflective vest that I am gonna chop up and wrap it around the milk crates for more visibility ...
Any suggestions, comments, giggles, laughs jokes very welcome
https://www.flickr.com/gp/21827948@N00/iFK333
My bike -
Mutilated Jamis Ranger 1.0
- Changed suspension fork with stiff fork
- Replaced fat tires with thin tires
- Changed handle bar to 4" high handle bar
- A little milk crate action and voilah !!!
- Cat eye double shot
- I have a blinkie on my helmet and I usually wear a reflective vest if riding at night or long distances during day
My wives bike -
Trek 7.3 FX
- Milk Crate Action
- Same thing - blinkie on helmet, and a reflective vest if night riding or long distance riding in day
I still have another extra reflective vest that I am gonna chop up and wrap it around the milk crates for more visibility ...
Any suggestions, comments, giggles, laughs jokes very welcome
03-19-08 | 12:16 AM
#2667
50/50 Road/eBike Commuter
Joined: May 2007
Posts: 791
Likes: 1
From: Valparaiso, IN
Bikes: Specialized Roubaix, Specialized Fatboy, Specialized Sirrus, Nashbar Campus, Taga 2.0 Trike
A local newspaper is doing a column on my commuting, and they have pictures online, here:
https://post-trib.mycapture.com/mycap...istSubAlbums=0
BTW, I am planning on getting a reflective safety vast, though I am running Dinotte lights in the front and rear.
I've been waiting forever for the column to get published. Maybe the paper's management decided not to run it out of fear of losing car dealership sponsors.
https://post-trib.mycapture.com/mycap...istSubAlbums=0
BTW, I am planning on getting a reflective safety vast, though I am running Dinotte lights in the front and rear.
I've been waiting forever for the column to get published. Maybe the paper's management decided not to run it out of fear of losing car dealership sponsors.
03-19-08 | 03:20 PM
#2670
I used this Panasonic DX2000 for a couple months last year before I gave it away. I then used my fixed gear (For sale) and every other bike under the sun.
During the winter, I picked up this 16" Smoke 2-9. It should handle my commute much better than the Panasonic. It has 700x47's which are great on the coal/gravel rail trail that makes up 3/4 of my 14 mile ride. So far so good! The basket should do wonders for carrying my work gear and groceries. I think I would like to change the bars to something a little more comfortable soon. Pardon the poor photo, it's too dreary to drag it outside
During the winter, I picked up this 16" Smoke 2-9. It should handle my commute much better than the Panasonic. It has 700x47's which are great on the coal/gravel rail trail that makes up 3/4 of my 14 mile ride. So far so good! The basket should do wonders for carrying my work gear and groceries. I think I would like to change the bars to something a little more comfortable soon. Pardon the poor photo, it's too dreary to drag it outside
03-19-08 | 04:55 PM
#2671
kipuka explorer
Joined: Apr 2004
Posts: 3,297
Likes: 2
From: Hilo Town, East Hawai'i
Bikes: 1994 Trek 820, 2004 Fuji Absolute, 2005 Jamis Nova, 1977 Schwinn Scrambler 36/36
03-19-08 | 05:01 PM
#2672
kipuka explorer
Joined: Apr 2004
Posts: 3,297
Likes: 2
From: Hilo Town, East Hawai'i
Bikes: 1994 Trek 820, 2004 Fuji Absolute, 2005 Jamis Nova, 1977 Schwinn Scrambler 36/36
03-19-08 | 05:51 PM
#2673
Member
Joined: May 2007
Posts: 60
Likes: 0
From: Athens, GA
Bikes: Specialized Tarmac Pro '10
