Commuter Bicycle Pics
09-27-08 | 11:07 AM
#3651
pedaler
Joined: Jul 2008
Posts: 255
Likes: 1
From: NYC
Bikes: 2023 Brompton C Line Electric
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Here's my moto fantom cross uno. Loving it. Still tweaking the setup...latest tweak was the new handlebars and brakes...
Here's my moto fantom cross uno. Loving it. Still tweaking the setup...latest tweak was the new handlebars and brakes...
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09-27-08 | 04:52 PM
#3654
pedaler
Joined: Jul 2008
Posts: 255
Likes: 1
From: NYC
Bikes: 2023 Brompton C Line Electric
]https://1.bp.blogspot.com/_zPZUA53SYF...h/IMG_0704.JPG
This is the remedy to my rear brake/rack struts problem. I'm hoping the solution won't rust but this is an interim solution until I can find something better or at least rust-proof. I found the little braces in my toolkit so I don't know what they're made of.
This is the remedy to my rear brake/rack struts problem. I'm hoping the solution won't rust but this is an interim solution until I can find something better or at least rust-proof. I found the little braces in my toolkit so I don't know what they're made of.
09-27-08 | 08:52 PM
#3655
Junior Member
Joined: Sep 2008
Posts: 82
Likes: 1
From: Greenwood, SC
new bike
Just picked this up today at the LBS. After going around 3 or 4 different shops 3 times each, I finally settled on the trek 7.2 fx, half for comfort, half for price. So far i really like it, not to mention that this is my first non-department store bike. HUGE DIFFERENCE. Anyway, I plan to do my 12 mile RT commute by the spring.
09-27-08 | 09:10 PM
#3656
]https://1.bp.blogspot.com/_zPZUA53SYF...h/IMG_0704.JPG
This is the remedy to my rear brake/rack struts problem. I'm hoping the solution won't rust but this is an interim solution until I can find something better or at least rust-proof. I found the little braces in my toolkit so I don't know what they're made of.
This is the remedy to my rear brake/rack struts problem. I'm hoping the solution won't rust but this is an interim solution until I can find something better or at least rust-proof. I found the little braces in my toolkit so I don't know what they're made of.
09-27-08 | 10:05 PM
#3657
Senior Member
Joined: Aug 2008
Posts: 73
Likes: 0
From: Wayne County, Michigan
Bikes: 25 year old Specialized Allez with Mavic SSC groupe
09-28-08 | 01:00 AM
#3658
veggie commuter
Joined: May 2008
Posts: 67
Likes: 0
From: Indianapolis
Bikes: 2008 Bianchi Axis, 2000ish Gary Fisher Marlin
Just got a 2008 Bianchi Axis. I moved the rack and stuff from another bike so I need to fix the angle and install a computer still, but overall it's a fast, fun ride, at least compared to my old mountain bike.
I need to improve my hauling system. I like the flexibility of the reusable shopping bag cargo-netted to the rear, but my laptop is a little too big for it so I get this bulky arrangement with it sitting diagonally and clothes packed around it. Most days I don't have to haul a computer so I don't want to get too crazy with specialty bags.
I thought I wanted another flat bar bike but after riding this and a couple other cross bikes (sorry, I tried a CrossCheck but it just didn't feel good to me), I discovered the rotated hand position on top of the forward brakes really makes my ergonomic arm injury feel much better! I also had the LBS install another set of brakes up front like some of the other cross bikes have. I feel more stable using those most of the time.
That's one of our dogs, Walt, who sniffs and licks the tires when I get home.
I need to improve my hauling system. I like the flexibility of the reusable shopping bag cargo-netted to the rear, but my laptop is a little too big for it so I get this bulky arrangement with it sitting diagonally and clothes packed around it. Most days I don't have to haul a computer so I don't want to get too crazy with specialty bags.
I thought I wanted another flat bar bike but after riding this and a couple other cross bikes (sorry, I tried a CrossCheck but it just didn't feel good to me), I discovered the rotated hand position on top of the forward brakes really makes my ergonomic arm injury feel much better! I also had the LBS install another set of brakes up front like some of the other cross bikes have. I feel more stable using those most of the time.
That's one of our dogs, Walt, who sniffs and licks the tires when I get home.
09-28-08 | 07:46 AM
#3659
Ha ha ha ha ha
Joined: May 2005
Posts: 4,555
Likes: 19
From: Gold Coast; Australia
Bikes: 2004 ORBEA Mitis2 Plus Carbon, 2007 Cannondale Bad Boy Si Disc, 2012 Trek Gary Fisher Collection Marlin WSD 29er Aldi Big Box (Polygon) 650b
After being cleaned up by a motorbike last year on my giant whilst coming home, I replaced it with this. Lovely bike for the streets.
My marathons (700 x 28) will be back on soon as autumn and winter approaches.
My marathons (700 x 28) will be back on soon as autumn and winter approaches.
09-28-08 | 03:46 PM
#3660
pedaler
Joined: Jul 2008
Posts: 255
Likes: 1
From: NYC
Bikes: 2023 Brompton C Line Electric
Check it out:https://2.bp.blogspot.com/_zPZUA53SYF...h/IMG_0734.JPG
09-28-08 | 11:26 PM
#3661
Senior Member
Joined: Jun 2006
Posts: 208
Likes: 0
From: Trabuco Canyon, CA
Seafoamer, awesome bike.
Reminded me of this bike from Hiawatha Cyclery, on which they used a indexed bar-end shifter with a Problem Solvers Inline Travel Agent to control an Alfine hub. Here's the link to the flickr photos: https://www.flickr.com/photos/hiawath...ry/2347659679/
Reminded me of this bike from Hiawatha Cyclery, on which they used a indexed bar-end shifter with a Problem Solvers Inline Travel Agent to control an Alfine hub. Here's the link to the flickr photos: https://www.flickr.com/photos/hiawath...ry/2347659679/
09-29-08 | 03:36 AM
#3663
Zoom zoom zoom zoom bonk
Joined: Sep 2006
Posts: 4,922
Likes: 979
From: New Zealand
Bikes: Giant Defy, Trek 1.7c, BMC GF02, Trek Marlin 6, Scott Sub 35, Kona Rove, Trek Verve+2
Nishiki SL1
Got this in Sweden a few weeks ago.
Alloy frame, coaster brake, reflective tires, fenders as standard.
Kitted with reelights.
Alloy frame, coaster brake, reflective tires, fenders as standard.
Kitted with reelights.
09-29-08 | 06:34 AM
#3664
Infamous Member
Joined: Sep 2005
Posts: 24,360
Likes: 6
From: Ohio
Bikes: Surly Big Dummy, Fuji World, 80ish Bianchi
Since I had to take a pic for the Fred contest...
I hope my frediance doesn't overshadow the Fuji!
I hope my frediance doesn't overshadow the Fuji!
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"Let us hope our weapons are never needed --but do not forget what the common people knew when they demanded the Bill of Rights: An armed citizenry is the first defense, the best defense, and the final defense against tyranny. If guns are outlawed, only the government will have guns. Only the police, the secret police, the military, the hired servants of our rulers. Only the government -- and a few outlaws. I intend to be among the outlaws" - Edward Abbey
09-29-08 | 07:15 AM
#3665
Senior Member
Joined: Jan 2008
Posts: 63
Likes: 0
From: Miami, FL
Bikes: Giant Sedona
Giant FCR2
Picked this one up about 2 weeks ago, to replace my Giant Sedona MB that had been my commuter...
as you can see, clifford still keeps an eye on my ride while I work...Nashbar rack, Transit panniers, Ascent rack bag...
as you can see, clifford still keeps an eye on my ride while I work...Nashbar rack, Transit panniers, Ascent rack bag...
09-30-08 | 03:21 PM
#3675
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
Can I get one of those mailed to me (or maybe with an order or something)?
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--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
--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