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-   -   Commuter Bicycle Pics (https://www.bikeforums.net/commuting/49471-commuter-bicycle-pics.html)

JohnMcL7 07-23-12 04:43 PM
My Trek Soho Deluxe 2011, not looking quite as clean as it was when I took the pictures but it's generally served me well in its year of use so far:

http://johnmcl7.smugmug.com/Other/My...9-124937-L.jpg

http://johnmcl7.smugmug.com/Other/My...P1030938-L.jpg

Igo 07-23-12 06:36 PM
That's very different and very cool.

Big Lebowski 07-23-12 08:27 PM
Quote:
Originally Posted by 604cefiro (Post 14515585)
What's up everyone. First post, so I may as well post up my new bike :)

Just started commuting to work for the last month straight and decided on a new investment today.
That's a great looking Jake The Snake. I've really been on the fence about getting one of those.

Looking forward to your posts in the forum. I'd love to hear your opinion on that bike, especially the braking with canti's

WestMass 07-23-12 08:56 PM
I ride a JTS as well for commuting. I'll tell you what, those cantis can't shake a stick at caliper brakes. It's like night and day when. Swap for any of my road bikes. I have to always remember to brake early with the kona.

cehowardGS 07-24-12 01:34 PM
Took this picture this morning, at the halfway point on my commute to work. A 1989 Centurion Master, built by Robbie Tunes. I just added a Fizik white and black seat. You can see she is decked out for travel in the darkness. ;) Those two 18650 burners up front, and the PBSF Turbo on the rear light the way..I will ride here sister tomorrow. Her sister is an 1988 Centurion Expert, also built by Robbie Tunes.. ;)

http://www.cehoward.net/master25.jpg

H.S.Clydesdale 07-24-12 03:00 PM
Quote:
Originally Posted by WestMass (Post 14519831)
those cantis can't shake a stick at caliper brakes.
what? I thought cantis were supposed to be better than calipers. That is why they are used on cyclocross bikes where you may need to brake late. Am I misinformed?

br0nc 07-24-12 03:18 PM
Cantilever brakes are used on cyclocross bikes because they offer more clearance around the tires which is needed when the tires get all muddy.

Andy_K 07-24-12 03:38 PM
Quote:
Originally Posted by H.S.Clydesdale (Post 14522915)
what? I thought cantis were supposed to be better than calipers. That is why they are used on cyclocross bikes where you may need to brake late. Am I misinformed?
A lot of this is perception. Ease of setup also plays a role.

If you've got a decent dual-pivot caliper (or V-brake), you just setup the cable so that it hits the rim before your lever bottoms out and you're done. It will give you good performance and great level-feel.

With cantilever brakes, there are a nearly infinite number of possibilities in setup. Depending on the yoke height and the brake arm length and angle, you'll get different responses from the brake. Most of the time when you get them set up to provide a lot of braking power they feel mushy. I suspect that with most cantilevers (assuming the brake itself doesn't flex too much) it is possible to set them up to feel just like a dual-pivot caliper. It just isn't easy.

But as br0nc says, the use of these dinosaurs in CX is more about mud clearance than braking power.

provisional 07-24-12 08:20 PM
Quote:
Originally Posted by BadBoy10 (Post 14485427)
So this guy in town is one of our local bike farmers. He has a store front (clutter city) an upgrade
from his residential home littered with bicycles. Beautiful vintage (seriously) sitting outside exposed to the elements.
He is okay as far as the craigslister refab bicycle farmers go but rather arrogant but nicer than the other guy.

Anyway, he has this kinda cute Bridgestone Mountain bike AND a lovely olive and creme Raleigh (70's) style couple--one of which has a Brooks saddle completely soaked from the rain. He quotes me $179 for the Bridge, over $500 for a white panasonic with red tires and some other obscene amount for the Raleighs. So I leave.

Aggravated because now everyone with a 1980 bicycle wants $300--so nothing to do I navigate to the local pawn shops and VOILA--a guy walks in with a Schwinn Crosscut. I approach him and asks him how much he wants for the bike. He says he often pawns it for minimal cash and then gets it out. I ask how much to buy--he says $80. I say sold. I give him a $100.


Take it to my local bike shop they say they wouldn't have paid $25.00 for it. No worries. I love her.
I am selling the Trek Alpha 2.1 and this Crosscut--yeah she may not look like much but I took her for a 25 mile ride today--I am in love.
These 38 tires are ....a dream.

I removed: the kickstand, water bottle thingamajig, grips, and the back rack.
I added: all of my monkey lights (I know but I love them).

Here she is---isn't she lovely.......
Yes I overpaid at Bike America for the Trek Alpha 2.1 and yes it is for sale. Pics aren't the best forgive...

http://bikeforums.net/attachment.php...hmentid=261690http://bikeforums.net/attachment.php...hmentid=261689

Just out of curiosity, are you talking about the "Bicycle Farm" on Broward Blvd, just west of the Turnpike?

SlimRider 07-25-12 08:33 AM
Quote:
Originally Posted by chuckfox (Post 443600)
I'll post a picture of my rig...if you guys promise not to laugh! Here is a sneak peek.

http://www.bikeforums.net/attachment...id=11601&stc=1


Hey Chuck!

I think I know your true alias! :roflmao2:

The multi-geared Cruiser is the ultimate commuter. :thumb:

Sorta reminds me of the royal Trek Sawyer, all Fredded out! :lol:

SlimRider 07-25-12 08:36 AM
I commuted on a road bike for over twenty years. Most of of those years, predated hybrids...

H.S.Clydesdale 07-25-12 09:26 AM
Quote:
Originally Posted by Andy_K (Post 14523060)
But as br0nc says, the use of these dinosaurs in CX is more about mud clearance than braking power.
Thanks br0nc and Andy, now I dont have to feel bad about my calipers. I have had no problems with them, and thought they worked well, but was under the impression that moving to cantis would be better. Now I can stick with my older frames and be happy. (until I want to upgrade to discs)

DocsDad 07-25-12 10:13 AM
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New to the forums.

Its nothing fancy but my daily commuter is a 2010 Trek 4300 Disc. I throw on a seat post rack or my Burley Nomad for space if I need to. Although its not as efficient as some, it does have a lockout. I love it and will take it anywhere.

http://bikeforums.net/attachment.php...hmentid=263396

bulldogs2k 07-25-12 10:14 AM
Well, this thread made me join since all your bikes are COOL as hell!

bulldogs2k 07-25-12 10:33 AM
My light commuter/lazy day ride bike.
http://i1116.photobucket.com/albums/...ris007/193.jpg

My wife's Raleigh, the thing can haul a load, she had 30lbs of ice while I was carrying her purse...
http://i1116.photobucket.com/albums/...7/ourbikes.jpg

My main commuter.
http://i1116.photobucket.com/albums/...ris007/TFC.jpg
http://i1116.photobucket.com/albums/...07/Vietnam.jpg

bulldogs2k 07-25-12 10:40 AM
...ok just a few more bike porn...
http://i1116.photobucket.com/albums/...ris007/275.jpg
http://i1116.photobucket.com/albums/...s007/157-1.jpg
http://i1116.photobucket.com/albums/...ris007/197.jpg

kookaburra1701 07-25-12 03:47 PM
Looking for wormsign...
http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v3...-24-33_155.jpg

More a picture the new bags I got during Nashbar's Le Tour sale than my bike. Louis Garneau panniers and front basket/satchel/purse thingy. Also a Banjo Bros. trunk bag. The Panniers are AWESOME - when they first came they seemed dinky, but boy do they expand! I haven't had to use two yet, so far one has always been sufficient. The trunk bag holds my lock and flat kit, and it stays on my bike. I'm in a low crime area and if someone really wants my tire levers that badly they can have them. The front "basket" I got so that I could have a way to tote around my phone, keys, and wallet and quickly take it inside. The quick release on the mounting bracket is nice and sturdy, but the bracket itself isn't really the right size for my handlebars. I had to do some creative free-style shimming with an old innertube to make it fit, and as you can see, the way it sticks out from the handlebars makes it sag. But for the sale price it was worth it.

I also found some retroreflective star stickers and put them on the fenders, because I am apparently 8 years old on the inside.

tastewar 07-26-12 05:46 AM
Quote:
Originally Posted by kookaburra1701 (Post 14527692)
I also found some retroreflective star stickers and put them on the fenders, because I am apparently 8 years old on the inside.
I guess we'll have to take your word for it, as we (I) can't see the stars in this pic...

kookaburra1701 07-26-12 06:25 AM
Quote:
Originally Posted by tastewar (Post 14529443)
I guess we'll have to take your word for it, as we (I) can't see the stars in this pic...
http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v3...-30-28_917.jpg

Here ya go - none of the pics I took really focused on them and they're not that big, but I like 'em. :D

H.S.Clydesdale 07-26-12 09:34 AM
Quote:
Originally Posted by kookaburra1701 (Post 14527692)
I also found some retroreflective star stickers and put them on the fenders, because I am apparently 8 years old on the inside.
I think the star is completely necessary. It is the capstone that completes the look.

H.S.Clydesdale 07-26-12 09:36 AM
Quote:
Originally Posted by bulldogs2k (Post 14526097)
My main commuter.
Is this the nashbar cycloscross steel frame?

bulldogs2k 07-26-12 11:36 AM
Quote:
Originally Posted by H.S.Clydesdale (Post 14530198)
Is this the nashbar cycloscross steel frame?
Yes sir! It comes with 105's sans brakes and a carbon fork all for a bargain price!

cehowardGS 07-26-12 01:18 PM
Quote:
Originally Posted by cehowardGS (Post 14522534)
Took this picture this morning, at the halfway point on my commute to work. A 1989 Centurion Master, built by Robbie Tunes. I just added a Fizik white and black seat. You can see she is decked out for travel in the darkness. ;) Those two 18650 burners up front, and the PBSF Turbo on the rear light the way..I will ride here sister tomorrow. Her sister is an 1988 Centurion Expert, also built by Robbie Tunes.. ;)

http://www.cehoward.net/master25.jpg
Ha, I am replying to my own post!! :lol:

Well, I am on different bike today. I was on the one above yesterday, and on her sister today. I am riding a 1988 Centurion Expert.. ahhhh, the sweetness, the smoothness, ;) I stopped at the same spot for breakfast halfway through the first leg of my commute..

http://www.cehoward.net/expert29.jpg

AdamDZ 07-26-12 01:25 PM
The latest "version" of my Kommuter with Inertia Designs pannier, Wald basket and Topeak Trunk.

http://a-world.net/files/cycling/2012/07/26/01.jpg

http://a-world.net/files/cycling/2012/07/26/02.jpg

http://a-world.net/files/cycling/2012/07/26/03.jpg

http://a-world.net/files/cycling/2012/07/26/04.jpg

http://a-world.net/files/cycling/2012/07/26/05.jpg

http://a-world.net/files/cycling/2012/07/26/06.jpg

Notso_fastLane 07-26-12 02:10 PM
My daily commuter:

http://i26.photobucket.com/albums/c1...Elegance01.jpg
Not shown is the seat bag I use to carry my clothes and camelbak.

cehowardGS 07-27-12 01:00 PM
Quote:
Originally Posted by cehowardGS (Post 14531275)
Ha, I am replying to my own post!! :lol:

Well, I am on different bike today. I was on the one above yesterday, and on her sister today. I am riding a 1988 Centurion Expert.. ahhhh, the sweetness, the smoothness, ;) I stopped at the same spot for breakfast halfway through the first leg of my commute..



http://www.cehoward.net/expert29.jpg
http://www.cehoward.net/master25.jpg


Three days, and three different bikes. This is what I am on today. Sheer sweetness. Yes, that is the old man in the background trying to get a good picture of my 85 Raleigh Prestige. ;)

http://www.cehoward.net/prest400.jpg


http://www.cehoward.net/prest420.jpg

spinbackle 07-27-12 03:10 PM
Quote:
Originally Posted by cehowardGS (Post 14535640)
http://www.cehoward.net/master25.jpg


Three days, and three different bikes. This is what I am on today. Sheer sweetness. Yes, that is the old man in the background trying to get a good picture of my 85 Raleigh Prestige. ;)

http://www.cehoward.net/prest400.jpg


http://www.cehoward.net/prest420.jpg
It appears you have bicycles attached under your 18650s:D. All kidding aside, very nice rides. I run 18650s also, plenty of light:thumb:!

cehowardGS 07-28-12 09:59 AM
Quote:
Originally Posted by spinbackle (Post 14536168)
It appears you have bicycles attached under your 18650s:D. All kidding aside, very nice rides. I run 18650s also, plenty of light:thumb:!
Aha, another enlighten and intelligent bicyclist!! :thumb:

However, you are slipping just a tad!! :D Yes, other than the first pic I showed, the other bikes are double 18650s up front.

The first one, 88 Centurion Ironman Expert is pushing two 26650 up front..thank you kindly.. ;)

http://www.cehoward.net/M10-00.jpg

DVC45 07-28-12 12:08 PM
Quote:
Originally Posted by AdamDZ (Post 14531307)
That bike is an SUV!

What's its name?
:)

hxzero 07-28-12 02:40 PM
Quote:
Originally Posted by DVC45 (Post 14538626)
That bike is an SUV!

What's its name?
:)
Also, what kickstand is that? My commuter doesn't have a chainstay bridge, so I'm looking into something different.


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